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Minutes of the Apethorpe Village Meeting Held at 7.30 pm on Monday 12th February 2007 at the Kings Head Apethorpe Chair: Andrew Forbes Attendance: 17 Apologies: 4 Before the meeting one minutes silence was observed in memory of Dorothy, Gordon and Janet. Minutes of the last meeting Copies of the Minutes of the 6th November 2006 meeting were proposed and seconded as correct. Matters arising:-

1. Financial Report

Mike Walsh reported that the major account stands at £138.74 (£138.12 balance plus interest of 62p). The minor account stands at £8.79 net. Gordon had been a signatory to the accounts and it was proposed and seconded that Mike Walsh, Mike Phillips and Andrew Forbes will be the three signatories with any two of the three required to authorise a cheque.

2. Neighbourhood Watch It was confirmed that Richard Dorling has taken on this role, although had commented that it is more difficult than originally thought. Thanks were given to Richard.

3. Footpath Update Andrew reported that the footpath application has been turned down on the grounds that we did not meet the necessary criteria. It was felt that the Officer presenting the application had handled it badly, omitting to advise the Evaluating Officer that a feasibility study had been done setting the costs at £75,000, and that fund raising had been undertaken. Pat and Andrew and Kings Cliffe PC had all written to complain. Tom Callahan, line manager of the Officers involved has replied, but is considered misinformed, and Pat and Andrew are replying, and may attend a meeting.

Action: Andrew or Pat will bring to the next meeting. 4. Minerals and waste local working party

Andrew has received the Northants. Waste local plan and the Minerals local plan, which have no surprises. They do not cover Wansford. Mike Johnson has taken over the role of Treasurer of the Parish Watch from Mike Herring. He reported that the proposed waste disposal incineration site has been dropped from the County plan despite some opposition but feels the issue has not yet gone away. Opposition as a group carries more weight. They will meet once a year unless something comes up, and will monitor this item. Action: Mike to report following the next meeting or any issues raised prior to that.

5. New Year’s Eve Party This was reported as a success despite the weather. Thanks were given to Richard for organising it.

6. Apethorpe Hall The visit by the village to the Hall was described as “splendid”. English Heritage has produced a ten page report on their progress and confirms they are trying to find a buyer. It was also reported that Channel 4 TV had recently shown a report on the Hall, and George Kelley had also been interviewed.

7. Entrance to the Estate Yard Andrew reported that Atkins had not replied to him about replacing the kerb stones. An Enforcement Officer in the County Council has now written to them twice. Concerning the entrance to the Estate Yard, there had been a meeting on 6th February. The original planning permission and an Enforcement Order (which has been served on the Developer) require the following work to be done:-

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2.4 x 33 metre visibility splays to the East and West; Reduction of the wall to 0.6m within 3 metres of the vehicle crossing - remaining section within visibility splays reduction to 0.9m; Carriageway of 4.8 metres; 1m wide hard paved service strip to easterly side to tie in with the existing footway; Turning facility for emergency and refuse vehicles; Rumble strip. Debra Manger asked why the residents of the Estate Yard had not been consulted since completion of these items affect adoption of the road. Andrew explained that this matter preceded occupation of the houses, and Highways, Conservation, Enforcement, Planning and the Developer have all been involved in making this decision.

Action: Andrew Forbes to monitor and report back.

8. Community Response Scheme

Debra Manger of Reed House, Estate Yard (Tel: 470356) expanded on the benefits and requirements of this scheme, which will feature in the Village Newsletter. She confirmed that 4 villagers were interested in participating but she will need a minimum of 6 to proceed, preferably more. Contact through Debra. Thanks were given to Mike Johnson for the Village Newsletter. Action: Mike Johnson to feature in Village Newsletter

9. Planning applications

Three applications have been submitted in the village as follows; 1. Beam End will now be known as “Michaelmas Cottage” – dated 23.1.2007. 2. Application by Michaelmas Cottage to fell and clear one tree – photograph available. 3. Application to erect a conservatory at the rear of Middle Cottage. The meeting presented no objections, although individuals can respond in their own right.

10. New bus timetables 1. Andrew wrote to the Senior Public Transport Officer in November. He was advised that double deckers are used on routes 13 and 13a which incorporate school services, so this size of bus is required. A number of contracts are due to expire at Easter. Less buses will run. The revised timetable is on the Village Notice Board

11. Concessionary bus fares From 1.4.2007. residents over 60 years or who are disabled, living in East Northants, will be eligible for a free bus pass for use in E. Northants and a £1 fee for travel countywide. Alternatively taxi tokens to the value of £46 can be purchased for a one off payment of £10. These tokens can be used for taxis and trains to London. Action: Andrew to issue and authorise taxi token forms as required.

12. Village Litter Pick

The date was set for Saturday, 18th March, 2007. David Carey volunteered to organise it. Action: David Carey to organise.

13. Village “Incidents” A burglary has taken place in The Manor House yard and the wall of one house in The Estate Yard had been subjected to graffiti. This has been removed. Action: Villagers are asked to be vigilant and report any suspicious happenings.

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14. Forthcoming Village events 1. St. Andrew’s University Madrigal Group (established 40 years ago) will perform a concert in St. Leonard’s Church during May. Up to 16 students will be looking for accommodation for the nights of 19th and 20th of May. Any villagers prepared to offer a room or two please contact Andrew. 2. Manor House Gardens will be open on 31st March in aid of Church funds. Teas will be served in the church. Tickets: Adults £4 and Children £2. 3. Village Open Gardens will be held on Father’s Day, Sunday 17th June organised by Richard Parkinson in aid of Church funds. Richard expanded that a minimum of £10,000 a year is needed to run the Church before repairs. He pointed out that recently the village has been glad of the Church. He mentioned its rare and historic painted windows, and asked for support. It was suggested that the event could include another charity, perhaps Thorpe Hall Hospice, which would encourage greater participation and support. Volunteers are sought to help and open gardens. 4. Best Kept Village competition – it was voted not to enter. Action: Villagers to contact Andrew (item1) and Richard (items 2 and 3)

15. Any Other Business The dangers of driving the road between Kings Cliffe and Wansford during snow and icy conditions were raised. This road is not gritted despite several accidents each year. It was felt a joint representation from Apethorpe, Kings Cliffe and Wansford to the Council may help. Action: Pat Howells to write to each PC and Mike Johnson to raise with Parish Watch.

16. Date of next meeting

The next meeting which will be the AGM was scheduled for Monday, 30th April, 2007.

Minutes of the Apethorpe Village Meeting Held at 7.30 pm on Wednesday, 20th February, 2008 at the Kings Head Apethorpe Chair: Andrew Forbes Attendance: 32 1. Apologies were received from the Treasurer and 10 villagers. 2. Minutes of the last meeting:

Copies of the Minutes of the 4th September 2007 meeting were proposed, seconded and signed as correct. The Chair welcomed village newcomers to the meeting.

3. Matters arising:

a. Estate yard – The work has been completed according to Council regulations – Item now closed. b. Lilac Cottage – The owner Ben, Jenkinson, presented via Deborah an email for presentation to the meeting. It stated that he provided structural and historic building reports on 21st November to the planners to assist in their determination of his application. These have been acknowledged but they have failed to reply to correspondence or return phone calls. There is little more he feels he can do at this time. Action: Carry forward to next meeting. d. Community Response Scheme – Deborah reported that at the end of November she approached the British Heart Foundation for funding and the application is “in the queue”. Action: Deborah to keep the meeting informed.

e. Proposed Footpath between Apethorpe and Kings Cliffe – Andrew reported that after the meeting in September the project was rejected by NCC but despite this it was now taking place and would produce a footpath where people could walk off the road. He asked Pat to elaborate. It was explained that after a long battle a compromise was reached. NCC has strict guidelines on the type of footpath they can construct alongside a Highway. A tarmac and kerbed surface (which the village had voted against and would cost £250,000 plus) was out of the question. A compacted and prepared grass seeded surface with multiple submerged drains was the compromise. NCC have made up the balance over and above the £11,000 raised by Pat to £60,000 to undertake the work. It should be completed by the end of this month. Maintenance will be done by the council (i.e. Mowing) four times a year during the growing season. Kings Cliffe Parish Council have undertaken to arrange cutting between the two villages if weather condition make it necessary. The new drainage has to be an advantage should flash flooding occur as in 1995 when Apethorpe was cut off for nearly two days. Kings Cliffe have raised another grant of £10,000 and the area near Quarry cottages which has no path and requires road walking will be joined by tarmac to the remainder of the existing two part path during April. Concern was raised about horses and cars parking on the footpath before it is established. It was suggested that the Council have “Seeded Edges” signs and perhaps a notice in the Kings Head regarding parking may help. The village offered their thanks to Pat for achieving this project with the help of Andrew. Action: Pat to ask NCC for signs, Julia & Steve to post notice and monitor completion. f. Apethorpe Bridge – Andrew confirmed that this repair has slipped to 2008/2009 as a more urgent bridge repair had occurred. The form of the repair is not yet clear. Action: Andrew to monitor

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h. Salting of Wansford to Kings Cliffe Road – Pat reported that the Council have agreed to review the status of the Wansford road after April to determine whether it should be escalated to first priority salting. It is currently in the next priority for treatment in conditions of prolonged adverse weather. Action: Pat to monitor and confirm which Authority is dealing with this.

4. Financial Report During the Treasurer’s absence on holiday Andrew reported the main account stands at £140.74 and the minor account stands at £8.79.

5. Parish Council Precept – This still stands at zero. 6. Rural North, Oundle and Thrapston Plan – Andrew has a printed manual and a CD-ROM if anyone is

interested in reading this. It covers East Northamptonshire Council’s vision for sustainable growth, housing, employment for farmers, service centres, transport network (namely access to service and employment and increasing this in some areas) social outcomes and affordable housing, health and balanced life styles, increasing education, sport, enjoying the countryside, community facilities, and much more.

Kings Cliffe will still be a service centre and Apethorpe remains a conservation area. It is intended to develop affordable housing in Kings Cliffe with provision of 50 dwellings off Fineshade Close and to redevelop the industrial site near Wansford. Also many rural buildings not in use will be used for business purposes to generate employment and tourism. Action: All villagers invited to read the in depth substantial information from Andrew.

7. Invitation to participate in a survey to identify location for affordable housing – On 22nd January 2008 East Northamptonshire Council wrote to Andrew offering to conduct a survey to identify need for affordable housing in Apethorpe and asked the village if they would like to participate. It was stated a development would be no more than 5 homes and designed in keeping with the village or reusing empty or derelict buildings. It would be followed by an informal meeting arranged with ACRE through the Council.

Andrew Williams informed the meeting that he had attended a consultative meeting regarding this survey and all towns and villages are to be invited to participate in such a survey. The meeting was divided on wanting to participate, some believing there is no room for such housing in the village, and that low cost housing would affect the value of properties and the character of the village. A vote was taken. Yes votes – 13. No votes – 16. The majority carried and the village will not participate in the survey at this time. Action: Andrew to reply to NCC

8. Village Tidy – Richard Parkinson volunteered to organise the event on Saturday, 1st March at 10 am.

Villagers encouraged meeting outside the Kings Head with their own gloves. Work anticipated taking approx. one hour followed by coffee at the Kings Head courtesy of Julia and Steve. Action: Richard to organise bags, etc. and check that David Moisey is available to help.

9. Report by Village Hall Committee – Andrew outlined Peter Keruish’s original letter asking to

investigate whether the village would like a Village Hall. Malcolm Winder reported on behalf of the Committee comprising himself, Richard Parkinson and Deborah Manger. Their decision based on feedback from villagers is that there is not a requirement for a Village Hall and not enough organisations to sustain it. It was felt that the Kings Head met most of the needs and there are possibilities of other outlets for some activities. It was also noted that there are village halls in all three of our bordering villages available for rental. The Committee were thanked for their work on this. Item now closed.

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10. Forthcoming Village events

a. Oundle School Choir will be providing a concert in St Leonards Church on Sunday 27th April. The St Andrews Madrigal Group hopes to perform again in June, and Andrew is also proposing to arrange something for May. Andrew to keep us posted.

b. The Manor House Gardens will be open for the Daffodil Walk on 27th April. More information will

be advertised. c. Laura proposed an Easter Egg Hunt for the children on Easter Saturday, 22nd March – eggs to be

hidden at 9 am and the hunt to begin at 10 am. Andrew would ask Lord and Lady Brassey if this could take place in the Manor Woods. Andrew Aveyard kindly offered to supply the eggs.

d. Richard Parkinson proposed another Village Party and would look into dates and organising this. e. Mike Herring is producing, and village members are performing, in a production of “Oh What a

Lovely War” on 16th to 19th and 23rd to 26th April at Kings Cliffe Village Hall. Tickets will be available from the Post Office when notified.

11. Any Other Business

a. Andrew has received a letter from Mike Herring thanking all those who voted for the Our Space Project which raised £90,000 for a play area in Kings Cliffe.

b. Andrew has received a letter from an ex-villager who had lived in the farm 60 years ago. It thanked

the “kind villager” from Laundry Road with the Land Rover, who had guided them around the village, and was pleased that people still have enough of the “milk of human kindness”!

c. Andrew read out a letter from Sharon Norton thanking the carol singers who raised £200 (together

with money Andrew donated from Oundle School). The money paid for a week of 3 hrs a day treatment at a specialist centre for her son Kieron who suffers with cerebral palsy.

d. Andrew thanked Mike Johnson for the long period he has produced the Village Newsletter. He

confirmed that the next one due in a few weeks will be his last and Rick Avern will then take over. Rick proposes to be environmentally friendly and produce the following Newsletters on line and in colour, for access by the village. He will of course produce hard copies for those without computers. His first publication will be a hard copy to all, informing them of how it will work. Julia also said that she would print a few copies and leave them in the Pub for anyone who wished them.

e. Parish Newsletter – if you have not let Richard Parkinson have your email address, please do so for

this publication. f. Andrew has Concessionary Fares Forms for anyone who requires them. g. The monthly Parish crime figures continue to be 0.0 per cent as a percentage of Northants. North

Northamptonshire h. Graffiti – East Northants are collating information on graffiti and if you wish to report any incidents

please contact Andrew. i. Dog control Order – Andrew received information regarding the introduction of a Dog Control Order

for Northamptonshire.

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j. The problem of increased dog fouling in the village was raised by several villagers. A black and white dog from the area of Laundry Road has been observed fouling whilst unaccompanied. Mike Johnson will insert an item in the Newsletter with the suggestion that villagers identify and approach the owners of dogs responsible asking them to remove the offending deposits.

k. The question of allotments had been omitted from the Agenda. Pat reported that she had not written to

the owners because Julie Goldsmith had identified a series of preliminary requirements which would incur cost together with the production of a lease. At least 3 villagers are interested to proceed. Malcolm Winder has volunteered to write to the owners and take on this project, as he has experience of such matters.

Action: Malcolm to write to the owners and report back. k. Debra Manger asked if anyone was leaving Felix cat foot cartons with spoons outside their property as

her cat is stealing both the food and the spoons, which she would like to return! l. Apethorpe Hall – there is no news other than it will go on the market in June. Villagers enjoyed the

Christmas tour, mulled wine and mince pies. m. Blue Fields Farm – the property has been sold but planning permission has been refused due to bat

occupation of the buildings. As their habitat is protected work, can not begin.

12. Date of next meeting

The next meeting will be the Annual General Meeting to be held at 7.30 pm on Tuesday, 29th April, 2009 at the Kings Head, Apethorpe. Both the Chair and Secretary are now standing down and volunteers to take on the posts are invited.

APETHORPE VILLAGE – ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING TUESDAY, 29TH APRIL 2008

7-30 p.m. at THE KINGS HEAD, APETHORPE

MEETING MINUTES

Chairman: Andrew Forbes In Attendance: Councillor Heather Smith – County Councillor , Prebendal Division Attendance: 33

1. Apologies for Absence Apologies were received from G. Ord, P and K Howells, M. Parkinson, G. Porter, A. Walsh, V. Faraday

2. Minutes of the last Meeting

Copies of the Minutes of the meeting on 20th February 2008 were circulated, proposed, seconded and signed by the Chairman as a correct record.

3. Matters Arising a) Lilac Cottage The Chairman reported that the latest Planning

Application had been refused on 07/03/2008, the main reasons for this refusal being external appearance of the development, materials chosen, scale of the new building, adverse impact, development contrary to planning policy, loss of historic fabric and limited information submitted.

b) Other planning matters Revised plans have been submitted for Bluefields Farm Barns. An application has been submitted for a Juliet Balcony at 1 Manor Farm – The Balcony is a decorative feature across a first floor window.

c) Community Response Scheme There is no further information on this matter

d) Footpath between Apethorpe and Kings Cliffe. Cllr Smith reported that the footpath was not yet finished and that the surface has to be levelled/ more top soil added in places/ compaction of the soil and further grass seeding is to take place. Further work is required at the village end of the footpath and tarmac is being placed on a section at the Kings Cliffe end. Money is in place for these works. There is a problem with the frequency of grass cutting which is only about 4 times per year. Ideally a sponsor is needed to provide finance for the maintenance of the footpath and the Chairman agreed to contact English Heritage on this matter in return for their use of the village amenity with regard to tours of Apethorpe Hall.

Concern was expressed that cars park on the grass verge opposite the Kings Head car park and this is causing damage to the verge. Cllr Smith reported that low growing shrubs can be planted to deter verge parking and a list of appropriate species can be obtained form David Grindley, NCC Streetworks Manager Tel 01604 654332. However a licence to plant is required.

The Chairman thanked Cllr Smith for her support in these matters. e) Bridge Repairs A two week period is required for the bridge repair

works and the start has been delayed. Richard Parkinson stated that he had been given a date by the Highways Department of 2nd June 2008 for the commencement but this has not yet been confirmed. The bridge is a Grade 2 listed bridge and is regularly tested to ensure that it will take heavy vehicles. Graham Warren asked that the bridge barriers be painted as part of these works although it is not known if this is part of the contract. The idea was proposed that during the repair period village cars could be parked in the gated car park on the northern side of the road to save the long detour to Oundle. The Chairman agreed to contact Lady Brassey to determine if this is possible. It was stated to Cllr Smith that the roads around Glapthorne had been much improved but the main road from Apethorpe to Oundle has only been patched and was, therefore, very uncomfortable to drive over. Cllr Smith said that roads are only re-surfaced on a 40 year cycle and that filling potholes and patching is the only work generally taking place. The Apethorpe – Nassington Road was due to be patched on May 14th and would be closed for 2 days.

f) Allotments Malcolm Winder reported that he had contacted Leda Properties of Abingdon about the land behind the Tennis Club which potentially could be used as allotments. Leda had sent a map of their land ownership and agreed to investigate the proposed allotment area which is currently set aside as a natural space. They are viewing the implications of using this land as allotments and will discuss this in the near future.

g) Salting of the Wansford/Kings Cliffe Road The Council have provided an additional £1m for salting all the counties roads with a view to reducing the number of winter accidents. It is expected that there will be monies for the Wansford Road and Cllr Smith will report back to us on the situation here.

h) Social Housing Following the last Village Meeting, the Chairman wrote to the East Northamptonshire Council that the village did not wish to participate in a survey to identify any need for Social Housing in the Village. The Council have responded that they are disappointed with this response due the shortage of social housing in the area and they had identified potential sites here. The Council have said that they will come back to the Village on this matter in the next year. Richard Parkinson stated that such social housing would be a benefit since people who retire or loose their jobs or require starter housing have no where to go in Apethorpe.

4. Election of Officers The following officers were duly elected: Chairman – Malcolm Winder - Proposer: Richard Parkinson Seconder: Andrew Forbes Secretary – Deborah Manger - Proposer: Malcolm Winder Seconder: Rick Avern Treasurer – Mike Walsh - Proposer: Fiona Porter Seconder: Lynn Winder

5. Financial Report The Treasurer reported that there has been no movement in the Village Account which remained at £150-03. Alistair Goodall was thanked for acting as auditor for these accounts.

6. Apethorpe Hall Nick Hill of English Heritage has send a memo to the Chairman that John Coulson the Visitor Manager has requested that the Hall be opened for timed, guided tours on Wednesdays and Saturdays during June, July and August 2008. The conditions of tours would be as before and with a view to minimal disruption to the Village. As above, the matter of English sponsoring the footpath maintenance was re-iterated Construction work on the Hall will be completed in June 2008 and the Hall will then be marketed for sale in the Summer 2008.

7. Village Open Day The Village Open Day will be on Saturday, 19th July and, as last year, Richard Parkinson has kindly agreed to head-up the organisation of the event. Lady Brassey has kindly offered the Manor House Grounds and a Hog Roast will take place here – as last year. Laura Parkinson and Fiona Porter have offered to help with the Children’s events.

Rick Avern will publish more details of the occasion via the Village Newsletter. 8. Forthcoming Events Richard Parkinson thanked everyone involved in the

Village Tidy which was very successful. This is a good time of year for the event and will be repeated in the future. A tidy of the Churchyard and refurbishment of the paths has taken place to give a much improved appearance Andrew Forbes arranged a very enjoyable concert last weekend with the Oundle School Choir before a full audience in the Church. St. Andrew’s University Madrigal Group is returning for a Church Concert for the last time on 11th June 2008. As before, accommodation is required in the village for 10 girls and 8 boys and Andrew Forbes asked for offers of help with this accommodation. The information on the concert will be published in the Newsletter. The Tennis Club is holding a Social Event with live music and a barbeque on Saturday, 2nd August 2008 at Lodge Farm. Richard Parkinson proposed a Street party when the bridge is closed for maintenance works.

9. Any Other Business Rachel Johnson offered to establish and organise an Apethorpe Ramblers Society for Everyone which would undertake Saturday Morning walks over a period of one to two hours ending at the Kings Head about lunchtime. This idea was very well received and Rachel will proceed to organise the first of these to be published on the notice board and in the newsletter. Rachel also proposed a Garage Sale and Exchange for the Village on a barter or sale basis of unwanted garage items or bric-a-brac ( BRicabrac Exchange And Sale Trading ). This event could be advertised locally and this proposal was accepted for the event to coincide with the morning of the Village Open Day from 9a.m. to 12 noon. Thanks to Rachel for these ideas. Rick Avern – Editor of the Village Newsletter – advised the meeting that he is setting up a web site for village news/information. This will be

www.apethorpevillage@blogspot.com . Any features for the Newsletter to Rick at rick.avern@sky.com Many thanks were given to Andrew Forbes for his role as Chairman over the past two years and to Pat Howells for the work as Village Meeting Secretary together with dealing with the heavy workload in pursuing the project of the new footpath. Mike Walsh was also thanked for his work as Village Treasurer. Cllr Smith confirmed to the meeting that the Council is still committed to maintaining rights of ways over land and keeping footpath open as before Cllr Smith was thanked for attending the meeting.

10. Date of Next Meeting The date proposed for the next meeting is Tuesday, 7th October 2008 at 7-30 p.m. at the King’s Head, Apethorpe.

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Apethorpe Parish Meeting - Notes Tuesday, 7th October 2008, 7.30pm, Kings Head

1. Apologies: Dennis & Anne Chamberlain Linda Hindmarch

Phil Brown Pat Howells

Richard Dorling Simon Johnson

Ian Groundwater Guy Porter

Roger Glitheroe George Ord

2. Minutes of last meeting Proposed – Richard Parkinson

Seconded- Lynn Winder

3. Matters arising a) Community responder scheme (D Manger)

Recently Sean Keown has contacted DM advising re British Heart

Foundation application and possibility of training. Sean has

suggested a meeting and DM asked people to contact her & Sean

so that this can be taken forward ACTION DM

b) Footpath maintenance (M Winder & H Smith) MWr described the development of the pathway between

Apethorpe & Kingscliffe. He confirmed that the East Northants DC

will perform 4 cuts per year using a verge cutter.

HS suggested that if the village required a closer cut during the

year that this would have to be arranged locally. The options

included:

• Maintain the path ourselves accepting personal liability

• Accept the condition of the path

• Raise a village precept which would be gathered by EN DC

on behalf of the village

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A discussion ensued regarding the maintenance and the possibility

of maintenance. MW asked the meeting for a vote on the use of

volunteers who accept personal liability. (Proposed R.Parkinson,

seconded M.Johnson).

A majority vote was carried.

The cutting of the path will be facilitated by volunteers ACTION MWr

c) Allotments (MWr) MWr has had communication with the owner of the land behind the

tennis courts (Leader Properties). The owner is happy to enter into

an arrangement with the village. MWr suggested that a volunteer

was required to take this project forward and liaise with the

company.

Laura Parkinson will lead on this project & will feedback to the

parish meeting ACTION LP

d) Thanks (MWr) The parish meeting wished to formally extend its thanks to Andrew

Forbes and Pat Howells for their dedication and hard work during

the tenure of their posts as Chairman and Clerk respectively.

4. Finance report (M Walsh) MW presented the accounts (attached)

The parish meeting would like to thank Mike Walsh for his continued

efforts on behalf of the village.

5. Countywide planning issues and local planning applications MWr & DM advised the meeting that EN DC requires the parish meeting to

report on points of accuracy with respect to local plans and that points of

style should be made by individuals

It was also pointed out that in order for the village to be fully engaged with

countywide issues a volunteer is required who could offer the meeting

assistance; attending strategy meetings, assessing local plans.

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Anyone who has an interest in this please speak to MWr ACTION ALL

DM advised the only recent application in the village, apart from Coach

House (see later) was an internal change to the cottages at 6-7 Bridge

Street; this has been approved. The application for Lilac Cottage is at

appeal during which time no further comments are allowed

a) Update of Parish Watch Meeting (M Johnson)

MJ had attended a strategy meeting regarding minerals and waste

management. He concluded that the possible future local impact

was that the A47 would become busier with heavy traffic.

6. Communications and the ‘blog’ (R Avern) RA described the ‘Communicare’ scheme to the meeting; this is currently

described on the blog. This charitable patient – doctor association, based

at Wansford, would like increased input from service users. Please

approach the Wansford surgery for further information ACTION ALL

RP asked if the parish news could be placed on the blog. It was agreed

that this was appropriate ACTION RP/RA

RA advised that a paper version of the blog is available for those villagers

who request it

7. Polling facilities (MWr) MWr advised the meeting that there are currently no polling facilities in

Apethorpe. He described the facilities that are legally required: needs to

have a private area for casting of vote and toilet facilities

A discussion followed regarding the options: homes within village, postal

votes

RA offered access to his garage and downstairs toilet facilities. This will be

proposed to EN DC ACTION MWr

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8. Public telephone box (MWr) It has been confirmed that Apethorpe public telephone box has been

identified as a box that will be removed.

MWr has written to the Secretary of State advising that the box should

remain for the following reasons;

• Heritage feature within a conservation area

• Poor mobile phone signals

• Need for an emergency phone

• We are awaiting a response.

A discussion followed about the possibility of purchasing a maintaining the

box. No conclusion was reached

9. Freedom Of Information Act (MWr) The parish meeting must comply with FOI conditions and requests form

January 2009. The following will be required:

• Terms of reference (attached – please comment) ACTION ALL

• Publication of meeting notes and storage of all material and

documents pertaining to parish meeting activities ACTION MWr/DM

10. Any other business a) Apethorpe Ramblers Society (R Johnson)

Next meeting will occur when the White Swan at Woodnewton

opens; the walk will include a visit for refreshment

b) Sign for Laundry Road; ‘no through rd’/‘kids’(F Porter) FP described the reasons why some residents of Laundry Road

would like a sign that indicated that this was not a through road.

This will require an inquiry to the Highways Authority ACTION MWr

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c) Access and Planning Application for Coach House (RJ) RJ described the anticipated timeframe for renovations to Coach

House and the lack of access through the driveway of Coach

House during this period. There was a lengthy discussion regarding

whether this would continue following the building works; some

residents of Manor Farm felt strongly that this would not be

permitted.

It was concluded that the parish meeting could not facilitate this

issue and it was agreed that Simon and Rachel Johnson would

check the legal and liability issues again; they would confirm the

outcome with their neighbours ACTION S&RJ

The planning application is available for viewing (blog) and

comments can be forwarded to the planning officer directly or

through MWr

d) Neighbourhood watch (DM on behalf of Richard Dorling) Richard Dorling ahs advised us that he anticipates leaving the

village in approximately 6 months time; he would like somebody to

assume the role of Neighbourhood Watch coordinator before he

leaves

Volunteers please speak to MWr ACTION ALL

e) Church ‘development’ (RP) RP described the possible reprovision of the pews in the church to

enable the building to be used as a community facility. Discussions

included:

• The merits of removing the pews

• The need for a community facility

• Versatility of chairs

It was suggested that this discussion required a formal discussion

and should not be managed as AOB. This was agreed and will be

discussed formally at the next meeting. All interested parties should

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forward discussion points to DM prior to the next meeting so that

they can be made available with the agenda ACTION ALL

f) Childrens play area (MWr) EN DC has funding available to develop childrens play areas

specifically for the 8-13 year age group.

There are currently 26 children in the village and it was agreed by

those in attendance that this would be a worthy project

This project requires a lead (volunteer). Enquiries to MWr ACTION ALL

g) Peacocks/peahens (C Forbes) These recent visitors appear to be causing damage to plants and

property.

Advice will be sought form Dave Moisey on how these birds can be

managed ACTION MWr

Date of next meeting – 13th January 2009

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Apethorpe Parish Meeting - Notes Tuesday, 13th January 2009, 7.30pm, Kings Head

1. Apologies: Mike & Lois Phillips David Manger Ian Groundwater

Richard Parkinson Simon Johnson

George Ord Laura Parkinson

2. Minutes of last meeting Accepted as an accurate record

3. Matters arising a) Freedom of information act : Model Publication Scheme,

Statutory obligations, Terms of Reference (MWr) Described by MWr as “Bureaucracy at its worst!”

Applies to Parish meetings (under the auspices of the ‘Model

Publication Scheme’) and requires us to provide information on

request:

i. Who we are and what we do

ii. How we raise and spend money

iii. Priorities

iv. How we make decisions

v. Policies and procedures

vi. Lists and registers

vii. Services we provide

It was proposed (MWr) that we formally accept the Model

Publication Scheme

Seconded: A Forbes

Unanimous vote

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Terms of Reference (attached) were outlined. It was agreed to

adopt them in principle and adjust them as required

Proposed: C Forbes

Seconded: F Porter

Unanimous vote

b) Community responder scheme (DM) This scheme has received funding for half the cost of a defibrillator

from the British Heart Foundation. There is the possibility of the

remaining funds being found locally. Mike Walsh gave a brief

account of how this may occur (details will be expanded at a later

date)

Any volunteers should give their name and address to DM who will

forward them to EMAS allowing a CRB check to occur prior to

formal training ACTION DM

c) Allotments (MWr)

MWr described the suggested scheme; land behind the tennis

courts.

Leader properties own the land and have indicated that they are

happy in principle.

There is a covenant on the land to prevent building; raised by

Yvonne Tomkins, Willowbrook Lodge. The parish will approach

Yvonne to advise of the allotment project and ask for her

agreement ACTION MWr Dennis Chamberlain is happy to assist with the logistics of the

project

A short discussion followed about the cost of water to the site. This

will be researched ACTION MWr

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d) Polling facilities (MWr) The garage of Rick and Sandy Avern (Willowbrook House, Manor

Farm) has been approved for use as a polling station for the

residents of Apethorpe.

Many thanks to Rick and Sandy for their generosity in providing this

valuable public space

e) Public telephone box (MWr) The request to retain the box is with the Secretary of State; the

response may take up to 1 year. Feedback will be given when it is

received

f) Neighbourhood watch

Guy Porter has agreed to assume the role of coordinator following

Richard Dorling’s note that he might not be available to assist.

The meeting was grateful for Guy’s offer of help and also extended

their thanks to Richard Dorling for his efforts since arriving in the

village.

This will be a standing item on the agenda ACTION GP

g) Childrens play area/scheme

ENDC have recruited Play Rangers to facilitate play and sports

schemes in villages throughout Northamptonshire. They bring all

the equipment and anticipate managing after school clubs and

holiday clubs. ENDC wanted to know if the scheme was of interest

and if any outdoor space could be made available

• 0-7 years (play)

• 7-13 years (fun and sport)

• 13+years(sports coaching)

It was suggested by the meeting that The Green at Apethorpe Hall

maybe a suitable site. MWr to ask EH ACTION MWr

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The scheme requires a local facilitator. Rachel Johnson kindly

offered; it was suggested that she may gain assistance form Laura

Parkinson ACTION RJ

h) Peacocks/hens (Molly & Polly!) George Kelly and Dave Moisey set traps in Mike Walsh’s garden.

They have been moved to Haddon – we were informed they are

happy with the move.

4. Finance report (M Walsh) Attached

MW advised that an audit will be required 31st March 2009 but that this will

not attract a fee as we only have income this year ACTION MW

5. Apethorpe Annual Precept – 2009/2010

Currently this is zero rated for Apethorpe

If the meeting decides on a precept the value will be divided between the

93 households in the village

This was discussed and a proposal was made to retain the zero precept

Proposed: M Hindmarch

Seconded: F Porter

Majority vote to carry the proposal

6. Highways and planning issues

a) Local planning applications: Nil to report

b) Winter driving & Road Salting Routes MWr distributed ENDC maps of salted routes. Please contact

Malcolm if you wish to have a copy ACTION ALL c) Local priorities (e.g. Sign for Laundry Road)

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Following a recent ‘mail shot’ request form MWr a list of priorities

for the villagers of Apethorpe have been forward to ENDC

i. Footpath maintenance between Apethorpe and

Kingscliffe

ii. Improved signage and sight lines on the approach to

the bridge

iii. Signage indicating that Laundry Road is a ‘no through

road’ and indicate a speed limit

iv. Highway maintenance along the road to Nassington

v. Repair of loose kerbstones through the village

vi. Parking around the pub, particularly on the grass

verges

7. Village Calendar Described by MJ who will circulate a full description throughout the village

Attached

An enthusiastic discussion followed. All attending thought this was an

excellent idea and encouraged Mike to pursue this ACTION MJ

8. Apethorpe Hall

This property remains unsold

MWr advised that EH were planning more tours this year as follows:

• June-September 09

• Wednesday and Saturday

• 10.30, 13.00, 15.30

Much discussion followed as there was “considerable concern by the

villagers regarding the ongoing plans” and the inconvenience to the village

with respect to parking and traffic. It was suggested that the chairman and

clerk should meet with EH for discussions.

A Forbes offered his assistance ACTION MWr/DM

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9. Kings Head Update Julia thanked the village for their patience over the festive season as

increased business had resulted in some parking difficulties

Julia described

• Burns night supper (24th Jan)

• Valentine’s supper (13th Feb)

• Valentine’s dinner (14th Feb)

10. Any other business

In future AOB will be replaced with items of information as large items of

AOB do not allow sufficient consideration to be given to possibly important

items.

Anyone attending the meeting should ensure that they inform the clerk of

items 5 days ahead of the meeting; they can be provided by email at

deborah.manger@btinternet.com or by post at Reed House

Information given was that there was a programme about Apethorpe Hall

on BBC1, 7.30pm 14/01/09

11. Date of next meeting – Tuesday 28th April 2009

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APETHORPE VILLAGE- ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NOTES TUESDAY, 28TH APRIL 2009 (29 attendees)

1) Apologies for Absence

Andy & Justine Julie Goldsmith

Ian Groundwater Linda Hindmarch

Pat & Keith Howells Richard Parkinson

David Manger

2) Minutes of the last Meeting

Accepted as true and accurate reflection of discussions

3) Matters arising:

a. Village Clean-up

Formal thanks were offered to Andy & Justine for leading the

organisation of this event.

MWr suggested that the village might consider whether this could

happen more than once annually

b. Manor Farm road refurbishment

MWr congratulated and complemented the residents of Manor Farm on

the renovation of the private access

c. Apethorpe Calendar Project update

MJ advised all that the project had received over 100 photographs from

20 residents, representative of the area during winter. Maggie Farmer

has judged the entries and 10 have been selected for further

consideration for the calendar; they are being displayed in the pub and

on the blog

The process will continue for the remaining seasons at which point the

calendar will be commissioned.

MJ commented that all the photographs provided a useful local

resource that maybe available on a CD for personal use

Please ensure you have your spring entries with Mike by the 31st May

2009 ACTION ALL

d. Community responder scheme

DM updated the meeting about the scheme. EMAS have visited the

village to chat to the volunteers; a minimum of 6 are required to run

the scheme.

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A further meeting is planned for the 28th May at 7.30pm in the King’s

Head to discuss logistics and fund raising. Please contact Deborah at

Reed House (01780 470356) if you wish to attend ACTION ALL

Mike Hindmarch agreed to contact Communicare about the scheme

ACTION MH

Nick Blackford advised those present that he would be semi-retired in

July 2009 and would be interested in joining the scheme

ACTION NB

e. Allotments

MWr led a discussion regarding the project.

Anne Chamberlain has worked tirelessly on this project since the last

meeting reviewing the land, the cost of clearing it and the probability

of ensuring it would be fit for purpose. This research had led Anne to

the conclusion that it could cost approximately £1000.00 to prepare the

site and then she was not convince that it would make a useful site for

allotments

Many of the village residents present were keen to continue exploring

the possibility of allotments; MWr would ask Anne to hold an

Allotment Meeting to confirm the numbers of households interested

and clarify the potential costs to those involved

ACTION MWr/AC

f. Children’s play scheme

MWr stated that there was no update from Rachel Johnson for the

meeting ACTION MWr/RJ

g. Apethorpe Hall/ English Heritage update

MWr has met with representatives (John Coulson, Nick Hill, Victoria

Sewter, George Kelley) of English Heritage to discuss the future plans

for the hall and any issues regarding the planned ‘visitor days’; at the

meeting they discussed traffic, parking, access, open times.

The response has clarified the current situation:

• No buyer presently but any new owner is mandated to allow

access for viewing 28 days per year

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• Visits 3rd June 2009 – 6th September 2009, Wednesday and

Saturdays 10.30am, 1.00pm and 3.30pm.

• 25 people per tour, all prebooked and supervised

• All advised to park at the pub car park afterwards if staying in

the area

• John Coulson advised that he is keen to maintain a good

relationship with the village residents and as such is happy to

attend village meetings. MWr to invite him to attend on the 2nd

June 2009 ACTION MWr

MWr advised that English Heritage would be funding (approx

£1200.00) the replacement of the village notice board. Planning

permission is not required if it remains in its current position. A

proposal was made that it should remain in its current position.

Proposed Andrew Forbes; Seconded Fiona Porter

Carried majority ACTION MWr

A discussion followed regarding the recent TV programme which

tended to suggest that consideration would be given to private buyers

as a dwelling and also to those considering institutional use. There had

been comments during the programme regarding Lord and Lady

Brassey. MWr read a letter form Lady Brassey to the village meeting;

the letter refutes the personal comments made during the programme

and clearly states the hurt caused (scanned copy attached)

4) Election of Officers

No nominations were made to replace the current chairman, clerk or

treasurer; it was agreed that all should be reinstated

Tamar Ord gave a vote of thanks to the incumbents

It was suggested that the accounts required auditing and that this could be

done by a resident of the village; as the accounts have not witnessed any

transactions a formal audit is not required.

A nomination of Rick Avern was proposed by Mike Walsh and seconded

in writing by Richard Parkinson (scanned copy attached). This was carried

unanimously ACTION RA/MW

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5) Financial Report

These were presented by MW (scanned copies attached)

MWr thanked Mike for his continued efforts on behalf of the village

6) Neighbourhood Watch Scheme report

Guy Porter gave a presentation regarding the scheme that he is now leading.

He has made contact with the regional coordinator and was able to make

many leaflets and formal guidance available to those in attendance

He is keen to be able to ensure that all villagers receive timely advice and

this will be facilitated if we ensure he has our e-mail addresses. Please

contact Guy directly at Laundry Cottage ACTION ALL

He presented information regarding the marking of personal items including

‘Smart Water®’ kits which can be purchased at a cost of £20.00 (normally

retail at £80.00). Please contact Guy if you wish to discuss this further

His final comment was “be observant and use common sense”

7) Transport and Highways

a. Village Bus Service

MWr advised that the Transport and Highways in NCC would be

reviewed and he has been asked to comment on the service on our

behalf.

A passionate discussion followed with many residents asserting that,

despite NCC stating the service is not greatly used, the service should

not be diminished; many felt it needed to be strengthened. Reasons

given included the need for non car drivers to be able to get to town,

doctors and dentist. Without the service the village would be cut off

and having a negative impact on the movements of those who do not or

cannot drive. ACTION MWr

b. Bridge safety

Following the recent accident at Bridge Cottage it was felt that a

discussion was required about how to make access to the village safer.

A lengthy discussion followed including the following

• Can we make allowances for those who drink and drive?

• The line of sight over the bridge

• Signage

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• Speed bumps

• Priority vehicle movement over the bridge

It was concluded that MWr would advise the Transport & Highways

section of NCC that there was a problem with the bridge and ask them

what solutions may be possible. The suggested solutions will be

presented at the village meeting ACTION MWr

c. Report of countywide event

DM briefly reported the key points presented at a countywide launch

event of the reorganised Transport & Highways department of NCC.

(Detailed notes available from MWr and DM). The key relevant points

were

• A new reporting system for issues affecting T&H in the county

• A countywide contractor for the next 3 years

• Area based working with a local contact for Apethorpe in

Corby

• A local notional budget for repairs

8) Forthcoming Events

a. Village Open Day/Party

All present felt that this event was thoroughly enjoyed by all and

should be repeated. Unfortunately Richard Parkinson is unable to lead

this event this year.

MWr formally thanked Richard for all his efforts in ensuring this event

had run smoothly in the past

MWr could confirm that Lady Brassey had generously agreed to make

available the Manor lawn to the village; Lady Brassey felt that any

profit should be equally split between church funds and the community

responder scheme. This was felt to be an appropriate use of any profit

by those in attendance and all wanted MWr to extend their

appreciation to Lady Brassey ACTION MWr

Andy & Justine had generously agreed to organise entertainment for

the event

Discussions followed about the need for a lead; Caroline Clements

agreed to lead the event.

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MWr suggested that Caroline should organise a ‘party meeting’ and

ask for volunteers to coordinate catering, marquee, etc

ACTION CC

Please contact Caroline to let her know if you are able to help at the

event ACTION ALL

b. Apethorpe Church Open Week and Music in Quiet Places

This week long event begins the 17th May 2009 and includes:

• Bishop John visiting the church and village to make

acquaintance with the parishioners

• Evensong

• Kids after school session on the Friday afternoon

• Surgery event led by Bishop John

Tamara Ord added that currently the church costs £1000.00 per month

to keep open; it is open every day and hosts many services for the

community. If the church is unable to maintain funding it will close for

most of the year to reduce costs (it will open only 6 times a year). This

event is designed to develop a positive relationship between the church

and the local parishioners

c. Countryside walk

Sunday 10th May, David Moisey is hosting a 4 mile walk through out

local countryside. Please meet at the Kings Head at 10.30am

9) Kings Head Update

1st May Tapas evening

15th May Jazz night

19th May Curry night

Book early to avoid disappointment

10) Date of next Meeting

2nd June 2009: discussions to include Apethorpe Hall

and the Village Party

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APETHORPE VILLAGE- MEETING NOTES (extraordinary) 4th June 2009

1) English Heritage (Nick Hill)

The discussion clarified the current situation:

• No buyer presently but any new owner is mandated to allow

access for viewing 28 days per year

• Visits 3rd June 2009 – 6th September 2009, Wednesday and

Saturdays 10.30am, 1.00pm and 3.30pm.

• 25 people per tour, all prebooked and supervised

• All advised to park at the pub car park afterwards if staying in

the area

• Nick (on behalf of EH) is keen to maintain a good relationship

with the village residents

2) Village Party

Caroline confirmed the arrangements for the party and funding. Many

present offered assistance with the day

Further e-mails and flyers would be distributed requesting assistance

ACTION CC

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APETHORPE VILLAGE MEETING

Tuesday, 15th September 2009 7-30pm at the Kings Head

NOTES (32 in attendance)

1. Apologies for Absence

Ian Groundwater Linda Hindmarch David Manger

George Ord Richard Parkinson Andrew Williams

Mark & Loudine Wiseman

New residents were welcomed to the village and the meeting:

Nicola Pearson at Diary Cottage

Robin and Diane Gifford at Willowbrook House

We hope that they will be happy in Apethorpe and enjoy being part

of village activities.

2. Minutes of the last Meeting

Accepted as an accurate reflection of meeting

3. Kings Cliffe Landfill site – Disposal of Radioactive Waste

Presentation by Kings Cliffe Waste Watchers

Matthew Kirk and Lisa Emerson attended the meeting to provide

presentations and answer questions regarding the proposed use of

the landfill site at Kingscliffe for the disposal of ‘low’ and ‘very

low’ radioactive waste.

The presentation was well received. The presenters left material for

all those in attendance to read.

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The presenters provided a template letter that could be used as a

guide in objecting to the plans or in asking for an extension to the

consultation period

It was suggested that a link to the material on the Kings Cliffe

Waste Watchers website could be made available via the

Apethorpe blog ACTION NP/MP

A discussion ensued as to whether Apethorpe parish meeting

should object to the plans.

A proposal was made for the meeting to forward a letter to NCC

objecting to the plans (proposed A Forbes, seconded M Walsh) and

this was carried unanimously ACTION MWr

4. Matters arising from the last meeting;

a) Apethorpe Village Calendar

Mike Johnson advised that the summer photo collection was

on display in the church, in the Kings Head and on the blog.

He extended his thanks to Maggie Farmer and the

photographers for their help and enthusiasm

The printers have been selected (Austin Rose, P’boro). Each

unit will cost in the region of £5.50 - £5.74.

The calendar will be available by mid November. Mike

needs to know the size of the order by the end of September

(orders please!) and will require payment in advance.

Next year Mike is considering a wildlife theme for the

calendar.

The meeting wished a “Happy Birthday’ to Mike who was

too modest to share the number of his birthday!!

ACTION ALL

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b) Community Responder Scheme

Deborah provided an update confirming that the volunteers

would be ready for training towards the end of 2009,

hopefully ready to go live early 2010.

A request was made for a volunteer who would help with

looking after the bank account (treasurer)

c) Allotments

MWr advised that Leader Properties will be visiting the site

late September and have suggested the areas are called

‘community gardens’. All future communications will use

this phrase

Anne Chamberlain and Carole Forbes have been moving this

project forwards. They have reviewed funding including

grants and personal donations required.

12 people have registered an interest and they believe that

the community gardens will be available March 2010

ACTION AC/CF

d) Apethorpe Hall update

John Coulson (EH) visited Apethorpe during June and

updated villagers about the hall; this was appreciated

Recent updates to MWr include:

• No buyer has been identified

• Tours less successful this year (30% down on last

year, 1500 people visited this year).

• Future of tours is unknown

• Notice board is being processed

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Maggie farmer advised that EH had indicated that a

villager’s ball had been promised in earlier communications;

this will be followed up ACTION MWr

e) Village Party

MWr extended thanks to Caroline who managed the very

successful event. The event raised approximately £1500

which has been equally split between the church and the

Community Responder scheme

5. Village telephone Kiosk

MWr provided and update on this issue. The village has been

unsuccessful in retaining the use of the BT phone box as only 6

calls were made from it last year (to be viable 300 calls are

required)

An enthusiastic discussion followed regarding how the village

could buy and maintain the box. The box will cost £51.00 to

purchase (includes section 50 licence).

Charles Shaw queried whether there would be ongoing insurance

costs. This would be investigated ACTION MWr

A proposal was made that we should purchase the box (proposed

Julia Wells, seconded Maggie Farmer) and that all those present at

the meeting could contribute £2.00 enabling the action to be

immediate. The motion was carried unanimously. All present

donated £2.00. ACTION MWr

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Maintenance was discussed. Graham Warren agreed to volunteer as

‘maintenance director’. Julia Wells advised that George has agreed

to paint the box when required ACTION GW

6. Communications – The Village Blog

The blog is now managed by Nicky and Mark Potter (Dairy

Cottage). Please forward any information to marc.potter@mac.com

7. Kings Head Update

Julia thanked the village for their patience during the weekend of

the ‘Winder’ wedding.

Upcoming events include:

• Childrens’ Halloween party 3-6pm

• Xmas menus are now available for viewing

The Country shop is doing well and will start to stock more

‘basics’ including home baked bread. If demand continues it is

possible that the opening times will be extended

8. Any other Business

a) Manor farm access

Mike Walsh presented the matter of the access to Manor Farm

via the driveway to Coach House. He had heard that villagers

had not been allowed access and he believes that the current

owners may be intending to close the existing access in the

future.

MWr suggested that the issue needed to be resolved for the

village and advised a conciliatory approach. Mike Johnson

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volunteered to approach Simon and Rachel to determine the

situation and report back. ACTION MJ

A proposal was made to formally approach NCC to determine

if there is in fact a right of way through Manor Farm ( proposed

by Lois Phillips, seconded Carole Forbes ) and Margaret

Parkinson volunteered to deal with this. ACTION MP

b) Treasurers report

MW presented the accounts. MWr thanked Mike for his

continued support

9. Date of the Next Meeting

8th December 2009

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Tuesday, 23rd March 2010 7-30 pm at the King’s Head

NOTES

1. Apologies for Absence Paul & Eileen Spain Tamara & George Ord Glenda & Peter Keruish

Mike & Annette Walsh John & Julia Earl Patrick Gittens

Carolyn Kyan Pat Howells Andrew Forbes

Ian Groundwater Richard Parkinson

2. Notes of the last Meeting – accepted

3. Matters arising from the last meeting a) Disposal of radioactive waste at Kings Cliffe

On the 16th March 2010 MWr attended a planning meeting and

voted against the planning application, along with many others,

made by Augean. The planning application was subsequently

refused.

Discussions followed about the many concerns that people

expressed; water leakage, cancer rates, evidence base for action,

containers for waste.

Robin Gifford agreed to follow this matter up with Kingscliffe waste

watchers. Simon Foxwell agreed to assist Robin.

Any developments/ information would be shared in the first instance

via the blog.

b) Adoption of the village telephone kiosk

MWr updated the attendees regarding complications with the

contract. MWr has liaised with a legal officer at NCC who says if

voted at the meeting then elected officers can sign contract

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Mike Johnson proposed that officers have power to sign contract,

seconded by Andrew Forbes. Motion carried by majority

c) Apethorpe greeting cards

MJ suggested that as there were upto 250 photographs not used in

the current calendar that these could be used to create greetings

cards for sale in selection packs of 8 cards. They would be sold in

the church and pub

The project was given a resounding ‘yes’ from those in attendance

d) Apethorpe village calendar – proposals for 2010

MJ suggested the theme for 2011 calendar; wild life, flora and

fauna. All submissions must be made by September 2010 allowing

the calendar to be available for Christmas 2010.

MWr thanked MJ for his enthusiasm for these projects and for

ensuring their success

e) Community responder scheme

DM advised the meeting that progress could be made with training

but that the scheme would not be able to provide 24/7 cover as

there were still too few volunteers. The meeting agreed that the

project should proceed despite some difficulties and hoped that

once in place more people would volunteer.

f) Allotments

The project is still unable to progress. Charles Shaw confirmed that he

was meeting with LEDA properties the week after the meeting to

discuss how the village residents could make the project work

g) Apethorpe Hall update

A major refurbishment of the Northern facing aspect is due to occur.

This summer tours will resume in the same format as last year

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h) Manor Farm access update

An update regarding the process in defining access was presented

by Margaret Parkinson.

Simon & Rachel Johnson confirmed their current position; a letter

had been shared with residents of Manor Farm

Much discussion followed – some opinions had been shared in

advance of the meeting through e-mail and letters. These were

shared with the meeting. The discussions allowed a broad spectrum

of views to be shared.

4. Treasurer’s Report

Kindly forwarded by Mike Walsh who was unable to attend. MWR

accepted the report

5. Kings Head update

Advised that Tapas would be available on Wednesday evenings and that

future events would be advertised on the blog

6. Any other business

a) Search response in Apethorpe

Julia explained that recently the Spains had lost their dog. Julia

asked if anyone was interested in joining a locally held list of people

who could be contacted should a person or animal go missing,

helping to mount a search response. Many at the meeting felt this

was an excellent idea and shared their details with Julia

7. Date of next meeting agreed as 25th May 2010 ( AGM )

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APETHORPE VILLAGE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Tuesday 25th May, 2010

NOTES – 14 in attendance (13 voting parishioners) 1. Apologies

A Chamberlain A Walsh R & M Parkinson D Manger R Johnson A Johnson

2. Minutes of the last meeting

Accepted

3. Matters arising a. Disposal of radioactive waste at Kings Cliffe – planning process/request form Augean

plc to give presentation MWr provided a potted history of the planning application and the appeal that has been registered by Augean. It is anticipated that a public enquiry will be held during October 2010, lasting approximately 8 days Robin Gifford updated the meeting about the current issues. The Kingscliffe waste watcher group is focusing on 5 main reasons to oppose the site This will be the only site in central UK – the rest are coastal Proximity to a population of 250,000 (12 mile radius) Construction of site does not match that of sites taking similar material Monitoring is to be Augean only (no independent body appointed to

oversee the site) Insufficient regard has been given to local perceptions. Perception of harm is

an adequate reason to grant refusal Augean have offered to present their case to the village – it is essential they do so if consultation is to be deemed as complete. A discussion followed about the merits of allowing them to present to the meeting. It was agreed that we should invite them so that any response from villagers can be made form a fully informed position. RG to confirm meeting on the 8th June 2010 when Augean will present for approx 45 mins and then be asked to leave the meeting so that discussion can take place. RG confirmed that weighting is given to objections and that one letter counts as one objection. If people wish to object it is better to do it as individuals. The final date for objections is the 28th June 2010. RG will lead a local team to draft a letter of objection that can be shared with people wishing to respond. It was agreed that the team would include Karin Alten, Mike Walsh and Mike Johnson.

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Simon Johnson suggested that the need to respond could be advertised via the delivery of flyers (door to door) and the blog ACTION RG

b. Adoption of village telephone kiosk – maintenance and uses The kiosk now belongs to the village. G Warren has kindly offered to maintain it. A discussion followed about whether it has a future use and whether it should be locked D Gifford agreed to consider its future purpose and marketing! ACTION DG

c. Apethorpe greetings cards and calendar 2010 MJ is awaiting prices form the printers for the cards and is hoping to have the calendars available in October 2010 for purchase ACTION MJ

d. Community responder scheme – no w launched DM described the new responder scheme. There are currently 5 trained with 2 more due by the end of June 2010. The group is keen to have more members to increase the availability of emergency cover in Kingscliffe and Apethorpe. One call-out had already been attended in Nassington. The group will keep the meeting updated about how many emergencies are attended ACTION DM

e. Allotments No-one at the meeting to provide an update

f. Apethorpe Hall update – summer tours Tours will occur 2nd June – 4th September 2010 on Wednesday and Saturday. 3 tours per day for 25 people each tour

4. *Election of officers to the meeting

a. Malcolm Winder proposed as chairman by Mike Walsh and seconded by Mike Johnson

b. Mike Walsh proposed as treasurer by Deborah Manger and seconded by Lynne Winder

c. Simon Johnson proposed as secretary by Deborah Manger and seconded by Mike Johnson

*It has been highlighted since the meeting that even though there was a very low turnout we failed to get a show of hands for the positions and so we will have to review these positions at the next meeting

5. Apethorpe and East Northamptonshire Council MWr is meeting representatives of ENCC on 1st June to discuss the needs of the village on the following points. Discussions followed

a. Highways action Possible adjustment of the signage at the bridge to allow greater time to prepare for those not familiar with the area

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Signage at Laundry Road to indicate it is a ‘no through road’ Possible priority of travel over the bridge with accompanying sign

b. Waste collection No problems with domestic waste Possibility of a ‘dog loo’ bin close to the tennis courts

c. Council services NCC should endeavour to confirm and stick to time schedules given when planning services

6. Village summer party Too few people at the meeting to seriously discuss

7. Treasurer’s report Presented by Mike Walsh. Gratefully received by the meeting and accepted.

8. Kings Head update Julia was busy at this point

9. Apethorpe Church Open Week Monday 14th June 2010 a meeting at the church to discuss its history, current use and future Richard Parkinson is arranging to distribute invitations as a flyer ACTION RP 18th June 2010 – concert 7-8pm with a party in the Manor gardens afterwards (£7.50 per ticket)

10. AOB None

11. Date of next meeting – 8th June 2010

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APETHORPE PARISH MEETING 8th June 2010

Extraordinary meeting Attendance 60 people signed register Apologies L Phillips R Johnson A Chant M Farmer G Kerruish L Hindmarch A Williams R Rogers B Williams G Smith J Goldsmith Welcome Kay Jones Simon and Mandy Foxwell Augean Presentation: Dr Gene Wilson (technical director) Mr David Nicholson (communications lead) A presentation was given followed by questions from the floor: Q1. How much money will Augean receive per load? A1. Not decided Q2. Could Augean comment on any current prosecutions pending related to the

disposal of hazardous waste? A2 There is a current legal issue being dealt with; this relates to a site where a

previous operator had incurred a prosecution. The sites have improved. Q3. What guarantees do we have that Augean will not change the type of radioactive

waste disposed of at the Kings Cliffe site if approval is given? A3. The application states specifically the level of radioactive waste. Any changes

require a new application Q4. Are the bags of robust construction? A4. They are strong enough to contain the material, not prone to splitting and are

weatherproof Q5. During the presentation much was made of the lack of additive effects of radiation

– in relation to the site. Augean need to acknowledge the possibility of the stochastic effects (chance effects not related to dose)

A5. All the evidence supplied is risk analysed using an approach verified by the HSE Q6. Could Augean reassure the audience about the regulation of the site & specifically

will they be self regulating

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A6. The site will be monitored by the environment agency and the health and safety executive. In accordance with legal requirements there will be an appointed Radiation Protection Advisor for the site

Q7. Would the presenter please comment on a German study – a site not dissimilar to

the Kings Cliffe site and where a ‘cluster effect’ was observed in relation to childhood cancer?

A7. Augean has based all its evidence on government guidance and research Q8. If the appeal is rejected where will the waste go? A8. Do not know Q9. Do Augean feel they are a responsible organisation? A9. Yes Q9.1 There has been a broken fence at the site – this is important where radioactive

waste will be deposited A9.1 The site is now repaired and is not currently a high risk site Q10. Can Augean comment on the NFU response that a local farmer will lose insurance

if the site accepts radioactive waste. This is believed to be the possibility of radioactivity entering the food chain?

A10. Cannot comment as was not aware of the problem Q11. Could Augean clarify whether the waste will be stored in bags/drums? A11. Both. Dependent on level of Bequerels in the waste deposited Q12. Could Augean clarify why the application was rejected? A12. No local policy re the type of waste Proposal not describing best possible practice Proximity to population Perception of harm by objectors Q13. Is it true that all waste has to pass through Drigg? A13. No Q14. How can Augean suggest that the site will not present a risk to the local

community when there are 350 children at school – the closest building to the site?

A14. Evidence suggests there is no significant risk Q15. Is there a risk to people passing the site? There is mud on the road which is an

indication of the care taken at the site A15. No. Mud is now swept Q16. Can you comment on the turnover and profitability of the site? A16. No. Commercially sensitive

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Q17. There followed a range of questions regarding the finances of the company, specifically giving reference to the Annual Report Shareholders and cost of shares Eddison report

A17. Dr. Wilson felt unable to answer the questions fully Q18. How far is the site away from the road? A18. Approximately 100m Q19. Why choose Northamptonshire especially as the area has a known problem with

Radon? A19. The structure of the local clay is important Q20. Will there be compensation for local homeowners whose house price may be

negatively affected? A20. No significant effect on house prices as they are more than 500m from the site Q21. What will be the effect of excess radiation on the local population? A21. Any effect from this site is infinitesimal Q22. Why is the leachate moved to Avonmouth if there is no problem with it? A22. The leachate does need to be treated and the treatment work is done at

Avonmouth. It is moved when at a depth of 2m and taken to the treatment facility to be stabilised.

Q23. How will extreme events be managed? A23. 24/7 security; enhanced cctv No terrorist threat Q24. How long will the site accept radioactive waste? A24. The application extends to 2013 with the possibility of an extension. Augean will

continue to be responsible for the site in perpetuity even when not receiving waste Q25. What happens if the company goes out of business A25. Environment agency will secure the site. After the questions the Augean representatives left. Those present discussed response. Robin Gifford will coordinate a response that others can use. Individuals encourage to respond as opposed to a group response. All responses to appeal needed to be sent to Northamptonshire District Council by 28th June 2010. ACTION RG Sample letter/questions will be available on the BLOG ACTION MP

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The meeting was then advised that during the AGM that we had failed to record a vote for the officer positions: Treasurer – Mike Walsh proposed by DM and seconded by LW. Vote unanimous Secretary – Carole Forbes proposed by DG and seconded by KA. Vote unanimous Chairman – Malcolm Winder proposed by MW and seconded AF. Vote unanimous Date of next meeting will be announced in due course. ACTION MWr

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APETHORPE VILLAGE MEETING Tuesday 28th September 2010

NOTES – 23 in attendance

1. Apologies

J & J Earl J. Bentley L. Warren S & J Goldsmith M. Farmer K & P Howell G. Ord

2. Minutes of the Last Meeting Accepted

3. Matters Arising from the Last Meeting a) Disposal of radioactive waste at Kingscliffe – Appeal enquiry to start 10.00am Tuesday

26th October in the Manor Suite, Holiday Inn, Corby. To run Tuesday to Friday (9.30 start from Weds 27th Oct) for four weeks. Public welcome to sit and watch. MW met with Councillor Heather Smith who will be our representative for the villages. Villagers with specific points to bring up asked to email these to HS on hsmith@northamptonshire.gov.uk Anyone can go and speak with no cross-examining but must attend on Tuesday 26th October to tell the inspector you would like to do so and receive a time slot. Susan Holland (Inspector appointed by the Secretary of State for Local Government) will be touring the villages the week before enquiry to get a feel for the views of the villagers. POSTERS to display against the proposal available from M. Winder –please display week beginning 19th October. Karin Alten informed villagers of a coach booked by Kingscliffe to attend the enquiry for anyone who needed transport (cost £3). NCC have asked that people attend the enquiry as much as possible to show the level of opposition to the Augean proposal. Northampton County Council are obliged by law to produce a ‘Minerals and Waste Disposal Policy’ from now until 2025. This will show the Augean site closed from 2013. Augean will be requesting the site to remain open until 2025 but not until after the enquiry, as they deem it to be a separate issue. NCC would like this to be discussed at the enquiry.

b) Adoption of Village Telephone Box G. Warren to refurbish as a library for CD’s and books.

c) Apethorpe Greetings Cards and Calendar for 2010 M. Johnson has produced some A5 sized, blank, Greetings Cards from photos submitted last year. These will be on sale in pub, church and from MJ before Christmas. The Calendar will be ‘Flora and Fauna’ for this year. Please submit photos of wildlife and flowers around the village by end of October. The Calendar will only be produced if there is sufficient interest and sufficient number of photographs sent. Email entries to Mike on annmike.johnson@tiscali.co.uk

d) Community Responder Scheme. M. Winder reported approx 8 calls responded to in the three months since the start of the scheme.

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4. New Retail / Holiday Village

There is a proposal for a new Retail / Holiday Village to be built on 650 acres, between the Industrial Estate in Kingscliffe and the Nassington Road across the area including Jacks Green. At present no formal planning application has been submitted but the council have asked for the views of the villagers. Kingscliffe Parish Council have said they ‘Strenuously resist due to the number of accommodation units proposed’ (1,140 dwellings) M. W listed the points individual villagers had made to him previously. These included

• Disturbance to wildlife and vegetation • Concern for the present Rights of Way • It is a place of historical interest • There would be increased noise particularly from the amphitheatre • The amount of waste generated from the site • Light pollution • The impact of increased traffic • The visual impact • There are already caravan sites at Nassington and Yarwell

These had been submitted to the council on their first request and the council had put out another more detailed proposal as of 20th August 2010. Various views were expressed. M. Phillips thought the waste problems that would be caused could be the most significant drawback. A. Williams commented that there is a County Structure Plan which sets out where building can occur and this was not on those plans. P. Gittens asked to have recorded that he had been to see the Developer and thought the plans would be beneficial to the village. Most villagers thought the above list of items was fairly comprehensive and the following PROPOSAL was put to the meeting, ‘From the information we are provided we are against the Development for the reasons enclosed (ie the bullet points above) and because it does not conform to the County Structure Plan’ Proposed by G. Warren Seconded by M. Walsh Votes for 16 Votes against 2 The proposal was therefore carried. MW to submit this to East Northamptonshire District Council together with the above list.

5. Treasurers Report M. Walsh reported a Credit Balance of £151.04. No movement other than interest.

6. Neighbourhood Watch Scheme. J. Earl asked for any villagers who would like to be kept informed of NWS information to submit email addresses.

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7. The Kings Head

Julia reported that the Lease for the Pub was up for sale at the moment. One interested party so far, but no formal interest. The Kings Head will be open over Christmas for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year. Please book early to avoid disappointment. Christmas menus now available.

8. Any Other Business

a) Conversion of the Old Smithy. A. Forbes informed the meeting that permission had been granted to convert the Smithy into a 2 bedroom bungalow of approx 1,400 sq.ft. with car parking. Work could begin before Christmas if all went well.

b) Village Photo M Phillips explained that a photo had been taken of the whole village community in 2000 and proposed another be taken in 2010. We decided to aim for a photo after the Church service on Remembrance Day, Sunday November 14th. M. Potter kindly agreed to provide a photographer.

C) Christmas Festival D. Gifford proposed a Christmas Evening in the church to provide entertainment and eats. Diane agreed to head up a team to organize it and liaise with T. Ord re date. Nicola Person, Mandy Foxwell, Justine Bentley, Annette Walsh to join the team.

d) Upkeep of Footpath. P. Howells was concerned that the footpath was not being cut especially at the Apethorpe end. MW informed the meeting that H. Smith had used her budget to get one cut but that cutting the path was not on any council maintenance lists.

e) Pub Band M. Winder informed the meeting of our very own pub band performing at a Charity Dance on 20th November in aid of MacMillan and Sue Ryder Charities. Music and Dancing Tickets available from P. Howells priced £12.50.

9. Date of Next Meeting Tuesday 7th December 2010

Apethorpe Village Meeting Tuesday 7th December 2010

13 in attendance

1. Apologies M. & L. Phillips I. Groundwater G. & L Warren A. Forbes C. &C. Dean A. Walsh K & P Howells N. Pearson R. & M. Parkinson M. Potter

2. Minutes of the Last Meeting Accepted

3. Matters Arising from the Last Meeting. 3a) Radioactive Waste After Planning Enquiry, the Inspector and two representatives each from the Council, Augean and Wasted Watchers toured the villages to get a feel for local opinion. The Report by the Inspector will be published on 21st February 2011. It has also been called in by the Secretary of State, Eric Pickles and he will publish his decision on 24th May 2011. A copy of the Report has been requested by M. Winder as soon as it is published. Comments from the floor relayed: a) Our concern that Augean have so many funds it makes any enquiry inherently unfair. (L.W) b) Our people did very well in standing up to them. (MW) c) On-line petitions have been seen to be successful and we should consider this approach to the Secretary of State after 21st Feb (PK) d) We should write letters to lobby the S. of S. after 21st February. (PK) Action M. Winder will write to Louise Bagshaw thanking her for her support and involvement on behalf of the village. Action Village to write individually to S. of S after 21st Feb, also M. Winder to write on behalf of the village community. 3b) Telephone Box G. Warren is making shelves, repairing and reframing the door then repainting the whole box for it to become a Library. M. Foxwell has offered to take on the project . Lighting will be funded by BT. Insurance is being negotiated with the Council through M. Winder. 3c) Greetings Cards. (MJ) Eight views from in and around the village have been chosen and developed into a set of Greetings Cards. Our thanks to N. Pearson for her contact with the printer. 100 sets have been created and they are now on sale. £6.00 for pack of eight, £10.00 for two packs. Some have been sold to the church at a lower rate to help with church funds. Village recorded their thanks to Mike and Anne Johnson for all the work involved. Views are also available to use as screensavers if anyone is interested, contact M. Johnson. 3d) Community Responder Scheme We now own our own Defibrillator and oxygen kit. There have been 8 call-outs since September. 3e) Holiday Village Proposal The Developer is putting together an Environmental Impact Report which has to be assessed by the Council. The meeting were concerned to hear that Rockingham Forest Park Ltd. have already started work on the project by the Kingscliffe Industrial Estate building a lake, roads and reception area without planning permission. ‘M. Winder to write to the Planning Authorities of our strong objection to the project’ Proposed by P. Kerrush Seconded by M. Walsh Unanimously carried.

4. Christmas Entertainment (DG, MF, NP, JB)

Arranged for Saturday 11th December in the church. 23 acts in all, programmes printed (sponsored by The Kings Head) Mulled wine and mince pies will be served. There will be a prize draw with an M&S Hamper as first prize (thanks to JB) Other raffle prizes will be gratefully received. Our thanks to Diane Gifford and Mandy Foxwell, Nicola Pearson and Justine Bentley for organising everything.

5 Treasurers Report Mike Walsh reported a Credit Balance £151.06. MW asked for a proposal to appoint four other formal signatories. It was agreed to include M. Winder, C. Forbes, M. Johnson and P. Kerrush. M. Walsh has the forms and will arrange it.

6. Village Precept ‘We do not want to raise a Village Precept for 2010-2011’ Proposed by N. Blachford Seconded by M. Johnson. Unanimously agreed.

7. Neighbourhood Watch Scheme. A scam involving parcel delivery and the firm PDS was outlined. M.Hindmarch informed the Meeting that this was now out of date. Other scams are around – beware.

Community Police Officers have asked villagers to look out for neighbours in this cold weather.

8. Winter Roads NCC gritters will work two networks. Priority 1 Overnight gritting of roads from Oundle, through Woodnewton and Apethorpe to Kingscliffe and Wansford. Priority 2 Apethorpe to Nassington gritted if man power is available. Information available on NCC web site (/winter) Councillor H. Smith had emailed M. Winder to ask householders to clear paths if possible in this bad weather – no risk of repercussions! M. Johnson asked whether anything was being done about the mud outside the Augean site.

9. Apethorpe Hall English Heritage has completed 2nd stage. Since June 2008 it has been on the market but so far no one has been interested. They are now carrying out further renovation work up until 2013 when it will be remarketed.

10. Kings Head Update. Colin and Carol Dean from The Old Post Office have suggested a village collection for Julia and Steve. Please put money in a named envelope through their door with a phone number so they can confirm receipt of it and they will pass on a gift and card to Julia and Steve. Target date 15th December please.

11. AOB L. Winder informed the meeting that Harry James, baby to Johnny and Julia Earl was now doing well and Keith Howells would welcome visitors – please phone first.

12. Date of next meeting Tuesday 6th April

Apethorpe Village Meeting Wednesday 9th March 2011 7.30pm

St Leonards Church Apethorpe 42 in attendance

1. Apologies R. Parkinson G. Warren G. Kerruish L. Warren E. Kerruish J. Parkinson H. Kerruish L. Parkinson John Earl Colin Dean

Julia Earl Carole Dean This meeting was convened by six members of the village who had posted a Public Notice on 27th February 2011, to discuss the proposal of a village Referendum on the issue regarding the dumping of low level radio-active waste by Augean Plc in the Resource Management Facility at Kings Cliffe. The Parish Poll / Referendum is proposed to afford all Parishioners the opportunity to express their views on the Planning Application by Augean PLc to dispose of Low Level Radioactive Waste in terms of The Local Government Act 1972. M.Winder opened the meeting with a resume of the situation so far. Augean Plc had put in a planning application in March 2010 to dump 250,000 tonnes of radioactive waste at their site in Kings Cliffe. This had been rejected by the local planning authority. Augean PLc then took the rejection to a Public Enquiry held in November. The Planning Inspector intended to publish his Enquiry Report for around 24th February 2011 – however this report has not been made public and the matter is now being determined by the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government. We presume this to be because it is a matter of national importance. The decision will be made by Eric Pickles by 24th May 2011. In parallel to this Augean PLc have written to the council to notify them about two further planning applications,

a) To extend the life of the site to 2026 b) To extend the size of the site to another 75 acres.

In an attempt to counter this a group of Parish Councils have formed a new organisation, Local Democracy in Action, chaired by Robin Gifford encompassing many villages immediately affected by the Resource Management Facility at Kings Cliffe. Empowered by the new ‘Localism Act’ they have suggested each village hold a Referendum with the outcome going to Eric Pickles before he makes his decision. M. Winder outlined two ways to hold a Referendum a) Using the Local Authority b) Independently organised by the village (s) Two questions were put to the meeting 1. “ Do you want the disposal of low level radioactive waste at the East Northants Resource Management Facility

or any other site in the surrounding area?” (short question) D. Oliver the Returning Officer has said by letter that this question is unlawful as it is devoid of practical application. This could be put to the village in an independent Referendum, but not by the Local Authority. This second question would be lawful and possible for the Local Authority to proceed with a Referendum. 2. “Do you want the members of the Village Meeting to take appropriate actions to strongly object to the disposal

of low level radioactive waste at the East Northants Resource Management Facility or any other site in the surrounding area?” (Long question)

The matter was opened to the Meeting to seek the views of the Village. D. Gifford commented there were 14 villages involved and that the ‘Localism Bill’ was not yet law. She advocated the short question and an independent poll. H. Smith commented that Nassington had given a Yes vote for the Referendum but not decided which question the preferred. They would follow the lead of other villages. If the Secretary of State allows the appeal the Council would not be in a position to go through another appeal. In dialogue with D. Oliver he had advised adopting the long question. P. Kerruish We needed to use the question that had more sway with E. Pickles. P. Howells We are here to instruct our Chairman to be against the dumping of radioactive wasted therefore we needed to go with the long question, legal and organised by Local Authority therefore having more sway. M. Johnson questioned the effectiveness of a Referendum. To which M. Winder pointed out that D. Cameron advocated Localism as important and we needed to give it a try. We had succeeded at the initial planning stage. N. Blackford felt we needed an answer that said “No” in the Referendum. J. Gifford asked if it would be possible to go both routes. MW replied cost would be a limiting factor. M. Winder pointed out that both Independent and Local Authority Polls needed to be paid for. A Council run poll would cost in the region of £570 and this had already been pledged by many of the Apethorpe community. The following proposal was put to the Meeting. Proposed by P. Howells Seconded by P. Kerruish Do we want to hold a Referendum about the disposal of Low Level Radioactive Waste in our surrounding area? 34 For plus 12 proxy votes = 46 FOR 0 Against 0 Abstensions Discussion then ensued about which question to put to the Referendum and whether to use the short or long question. 3 separate votes were taken “Do you want the members of the Village Meeting to take appropriate actions to strongly object to the disposal of low level radioactive waste at the East Northants Resource Management Facility or any other site in the surrounding area?” (Long question) Proposed by Mandy Foxwell Seconded by Julie Goldsmith For 34 Against 0 Abstentions 0 “ Do you want the disposal of low level radioactive waste at the East Northants Resource Management Facility or any other site in the surrounding area?” (short question) Proposed by D. Gifford Seconded by J. Gifford For 2 Against 32 Abstentions 0 “ If the shorter question were proved to be legal in the future and can be handled by the Local Authority we would like to agree to that option” Porposed by N. Blackford Seconded by M. Johnson. For 34 Against 0 Abstentions 0 The meeting closed at 8.35pm

Apethorpe Village Meeting Minutes Wednesday 11th May 2011

Apologies S and A Gardiner A. Walsh D Chamberlain P Howells

M and L Phillips I Groundwater M Farmer M Parkinson G Ord Minutes of Previous Meeting Approved Matters Arising

a) Disposal of Radioactive Waste at Kings Cliffe. Decision by E. Pickles still expected on May 24th. Following the Villages Referendum representation was made to Mr Richard Watson, Head of Planning & Casework in charge of the team reporting to Mr Pickles against the proposal to dump radioactive waste at Kings Cliffe. It was noted that Augean have permission to dump waste only from Monday to Friday and we are concerned that they have recently been seen to be active during weekends and on Bank Holidays. NCC have now informed the Environment Agency. b) The Telephone Box Library (MF) Mandy thanked villagers for their generous donations of books and informed the meeting that the Library was ready for business. Please contact Mandy Foxwell with your name, email address and phone number to get the code for the padlock. Books to be borrowed for up to three weeks – please sign in the diary. More books would be welcome – please leave in the basket in the foyer of the Kings Head c) Greetings Cards MJ Mike informed the meeting that 60% of the cards had been sold which had covered the printing costs and raised an additional £150. The cards would be on sale until the end of May after which they would be donated to the church. (£6 for one pack, £10 for two.) There was a request from Mike Walsh to use the money towards expenses occurred for the telephone box. After discussion, the following proposal was put to the meeting. ‘ To put the monies from the sale of the greetings cards into the village accounts, ring-fenced for a further project unless the village need it’ Proposed by M. Johnson Seconded by P. Kerruish Unanimously agreed. d) Holiday Village. The August 2010 Impact Assessment is still ongoing. Report is not yet sufficient. The Village will be asked for comments when it is complete. Concern continues that there still seems to be general info structure building along the Wansford Road. R.P. has spoken to people on site and is under the impression work has ceased for the time being. 4 Latest Planning Applications by Augean Plc – Consultation Process.

Augean have submitted two more planning applications to NCC. All villagers have received a leaflet explaining. These will be dealt with in August 2011 and there will be a consultation process prior to that. Under the new Localism Bill Augean are oblige to comprehensively consult villagers and show they have taken views into account. Failure to reflect what local people want could result in the refusal of planning permission. P. Kerruish informed the meeting that Augean must keep a record of all those who attend the Consultation Meeting. R. Parkinson suggested we all met at a certain time and 2.15pm and 6.15pm were agreed upon at Kings Cliffe on Thursday 19th May, 11.am at Woodnewton on Saturday 21st May. J. Goldsmith asked if M.W could steer our thinking with regard to objections CF read a report from Robin Gifford in his capacity of Chairman of the Local Democracy in Action group detailing progress so far. (Attached to minutes) 5 Treasurers Report M. Walsh offered the accounts to the meeting having been audited by R. Parkinson. It was proposed that the Annual Return was agreed. A. Chamberlain Proposed L. Winder Seconded Unanimously agreed 6. Wheelie Bins. CF outlined the council’s proposal to change to wheeled

bins from the new refuse collection contract in August. A number of houses would not be able to accommodate the bins for a variety of reasons.

7. New bus service starting on Thursdays for Oundle Market. Leaves The Kings Head at 1025, goes to Kings Cliffe then returns to the Kings Head at 10.35 to go to Oundle. Return from Oundle at 13.15pm

8. Neighbourhood Watch. Info available from Jonny Earl. If you wish to receive this please forward email address to M. Winder

9. Apethorpe Hall. 3 tours a week will take place from June to September on Weds Friday and Saturdays. M. Foxwell inquired if they were opening for the village. M. Winder to inquire

10. The Kings Head South African Barbecue on June. Regular steak night and fish night coming soon.

11. AOB a) CF informed villagers of a planning application for Blue Farm b) A. Chamberlain spoke about the new leisure complex at Kings Cliffe and suggested organising a village gathering to view facilities. Festival on July 17th. c) M. Winder informed villagers of an EON pack for power cuts. Anyone requesting information should call 02476 1849010 or email customerservices@central-networks.co.uk Date of next meeting (AGM) July 5th

Apethorpe Village Meeting Annual General Meeting

July 5th 2011 22 in attendance 1 Apologies for Absence D & D Manger S & A Gardiner A.Walsh S. Goldsmith L. Hindmarch C.&.C Dean 2 Minutes of Last Meeting Accepted 3 Matters Arising 3a) Disposal of Radioactive Waste at Kings Cliffe Opinions from the Villages Referendum were rejected. The Appeal Inspector had written a 176 page report in which he gave minimum weight to the ‘perception of harm’. He found there was no other facility like this and it would provide a substantial saving of public money to go ahead. There was no reason why there should not be a minimum impact from the disposal of Low Level Radioactive waste. Eric Pickles approved the Inspectors findings, allowing the Planning Permission to go ahead. There were five pages of conditions mainly applying to the site management and all transport to and from the site was to be from the direction of the A47. Augean would now go ahead with new Planning Applications in August to extend the time to 2026 and extend the site. P. Kerruish read a report from Robin Gifford (Chairman of Local Democracy in Action) detailing the really welcome news that a challenge had been issued to The Secretary of State, Mr Pickles, on two points of law arising from the Inspectors Report and we believe that there is a realistic chance of succeeding in this challenge. (Report attached) The report suggests all the affected villages put together a fighting fund of £30,000 towards the costs and discussion ensued about how to go forward with this. Mike Walsh agreed to contact those who had given money previously to the Referendum Fund to ask if they would be happy for the funds left over to be used for this. Pat Gittens outlined another approach that he had followed to do with the Human Rights Act and the Aarhus Convention. This had not been consulted during the planning process and he felt the Environmental factors needed to be investigated. He was in contact with the Environmental Law Foundation to see what could be done through this avenue. 3b) Library M. Foxwell. 20 people had signed up to use the Telephone box library. Still more books and DVD’s were needed. J. Goldsmith reminded villagers of the Mobile Library that visited the village regularly parking in front of the church on a Wednesday. 4 Latest Planning Process by Augean Plc. Please refer to item 3a. 5 Treasurer’s Report M. Walsh The Auditors have agreed the accounts and the Audit has been formalised. Villagers are welcome to view the Audit by contacting M. Walsh. The Business Premium account contains £58.46 and the Community Account £ 576.86. Assets - Notice Board and Traffic Mirror £1 each. 6 Election of Officers M. Winder felt we needed a ‘fair representation of the village’ in the officers elected and proposed appointing a deputy Chairman to represent the younger element of the village. This was discussed and agreed. M. Foxwell agreed to stand as Deputy Chairman. Proposed by L. Winder Seconded by P. Kerruish Unanimously agreed

M. Winder agreed to continue as Chairman. Proposed by R. Parkinson Seconded by P. Kerruish Unanimously agreed C. Forbes agreed to continue as Clerk to the Meeting Proposed by G. Kerruish Seconded by M. Phillips Unanimously agreed M. Walsh agreed to continue as Treasurer Proposed by P. Howells Seconded by M. Hindmarch Unanimously agreed. M. Foxwell was welcomed to the Committee. 7 Apethorpe Hall Update M. Winder reported many visits had been cancelled this year through lack of interest. The Hall had been formally taken off the market for the next two years. 8 A.O.B.

a) Manor Farm Access M. Walsh spoke about the gate that had been installed at the end of Manor Farm at the entrance to S & R Johnson’s property. M. Parkinson reported she had informed the Council and M. Walsh had spoken about the matter to Heather Smith.

b) The Kings Head. This has been closed since 15th May. There were three couples interested in taking it on as far as we were aware.

c) Community Responder Scheme. C. Forbes read a report from D. Manger outlining the urgent need for more volunteers to keep the scheme alive, and that she would reluctantly have to leave the scheme due to work commitments.

d) Planning Permissions. C. Forbes informed the Village of a Retrospective Permission sought by Apethorpe Hall for the erection of security gates.

e) Village Party. R. Parkinson offered to organise a village party and after discussion we agreed to go ahead on Sunday September 4th.

9. Date of the Next Meeting To be confirmed.

Minutes of Apethorpe Parish Meeting November 8th 2011

14 in attendance 1 Apologies for Absence D & D Manger M. Potter A & D Chamberlain L & G Warren M & A Walsh R & D Gifford S & J Goldsmith M & L Phillips L. Hindmarch G. Ord Lady Brassey I. Groundwater A.Forbes 2 Minutes of Last Meeting Accepted 3 Matters Arising 3a) Disposal of Radioactive Waste at Kings Cliffe The Appeal has been lost, although the attempt to block Augean from dumping LLW was partly successful in that the Judge granted an injunction preventing any dumping for a further four weeks. A decision now needed to be made whether to proceed further. More money will be needed to take the matter further. MW informed the meeting that Louise Bowden West is determined to take the matter to Europe where she believes we will be successful. It is not yet clear on what basis the Appeal was rejected and we are awaiting the written report from the Judge. Our Solicitor considers the Appeal would be more successful as it goes higher. MW suggested we continue to email Louise Bowden West with our objections to the LLW dumping. The following proposal was put to the meeting, ‘We are prepared to support an appeal to a higher court and then if necessary, a further appeal to a European Court, and we will continue with our fund raising activities.’ Proposed by P. Kerruish Seconded by R. Parkingson Unanimously agreed by the meeting. MW will send a copy of Minutes to Chris Leuchars of Waste Watchers. Any villagers wishing to contribute to the fund, please send a cheque made out to ‘R.B. Solicitors’ to Chris Leuchars @ 4, Bridge Street, Kings CLiffe. CF informed the Meeting that Augean intended to lodge an Application with the Infrastructure Planning Commission to develop the site in Kings Cliffe further. Letter dated 25th October 2011. 3b) Telephone Box Library A useful resource for the village – all welcome to use it. 3c) Apethorpe Party Thanks to R. Parkinson and all those who helped to organise this – it was a great afternoon. About £1,000 was raised, the monies split between the Church and Village funds. 4 Special Cards for Christmas M. Johnson has created a stock of 50 x 4 winter scenes of the village that can be sent as Christmas cards or notelets. They are blank inside and cost £2.50 for 4. Please see Mike if you would like to purchase some. 5 Council Planning Process MW informed the meeting of the Neighbourhood Planning Proposals document and a questionnaire asking for comments on new planning regulations regarding Community Led Planning. The Meeting were happy for MW to complete the document on behalf of the village. 6 Treasurer’s Report C. Forbes on behalf of M. Walsh The Community Account stands at £ 576.86. Assets - Notice Board and Traffic Mirror £1 each. £230 stands in the Apethorpe Village Card Account (M. Johnson corrected this as it now stands at £240) A total of £925 was raised towards the Local Democracy in Action costs for the Referendum

7 The Kings Head update Simon and Charlotte are keeping busy with a variety of events, attracting diverse patronage. The following dates are for us to note: 24th November Jamaican Evening – all you can eat buffet 1st December - Quiz Night. Costs £1 each - bring a team. 17th December Santa Special. Bring the children to see Santa’s very own Apethorpe visit. 12.00 noon. Presents for the children and lunch for all. Christmas meals are booking up well. Christmas Eve normal opening Christmas Day 12.00 – 14.00 Boxing Day 12.00 – 17.00 New Year’s Eve - Live Band. Sit down meal - 2 Courses for £22.50, 3 courses £25.50, open ’til 2am 8 Current Planning Applications CF informed the Meeting of planning applications from The Coach House, 6-7 Bridge Street and Tree Surgery at Apethorpe Hall. Villagers welcome to peruse the details after the meeting or ask CF. 9 Village Christmas Activities Church Carol Service will be on Sunday 18th December at 4pm. We will hold a Christmas celebration to raise funds for the Village and then these can be used to help with legal costs if the LLW matter proceeds further. 10 AOB a) Manor Farm Access. M. Parkinson informed the Meeting that our application was still with the Definitive Map Team, and because of a backlog of cases any outstanding cases will be prioritised. They had asked for the village to show continued support for the application in order to continue the process. The following proposal was put to the meeting: ‘The Village will support the continued application to determine whether Manor Farm is a pedestrian right of way’ Proposed by P. Kerruish Seconded by A. Johnson Unanimously agreed. b) Community Action Grants. M. W. Informed the meeting of community action grants available for £10,000 – £20,000 for projects that demonstrably will improve the lives of the community, strengthens community ties or identifies and positively addresses a recognised local issue C) Community Responder Scheme CF read a note from D. Manger about the scheme. It is still in need of more volunteers but there is always some cover during the week, but it is low compared with what would be ideal. Currently there are 5 female members (2 with work/family commitments). Anyone wishing to know more please get in touch with D. Manger. D) CF informed the meeting of new opening hours at Corby and Oundle Registration Offices and anyone wishing to view the Rural North, Oundle and Thrapston Plan which had now been formally adopted could see it at the Oundle Library. The meeting closed at 9pm