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Many thanks to David Helsby for his help this month and this beautiful photo of cows on the Stoney. (After a few early incidents the cows do seem more settled and accepting of us all traipsing through ‘their’ field!) Belinda and Sharon [email protected]
Whatever the weather may bring for us, if you are managing to get away for a break and to all the school children who will definitely be on holiday, we hope you have a great time. There are plenty of local events to keep everyone occupied from village fetes to music festivals, not forgetting of course, the Lunch on the Lawn at Honeypot Cottage on the 19th July. We may have passed the longest day and summer still seems elusive, but we may still get an Indian summer, and after all isn’t what we do? Just carry on regardless of the weather. We were certainly very fortunate on the evening of the Millennium BBQ, after raining most of the day it turned out to be a warm, sunny evening and a fun time was had by all. Helped by the finely tuned organisation which makes it all flow in an apparently effortless way. We have only had one response to our request for information on
how superfast broadband is changing family life, or even whether you feel the need to purchase the new speedy but more expensive service. Do let us know how it is effecting you. You may have heard that one of the editor’s – Sharon, had an accident just recently. She’s well on the mend now, but whilst still in hospital she was sorting out the adverts for this newsletter, that’s dedication to duty!
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KEEPING YOU INFORMED
July 2015
NORTH KILWORTH NEWS
Summer holidays here we come………..
Inside this issue:
Letters 2
Parish Council Minutes 3
The Millennium Green BBQ 4
Family Challenge & St. Andrew’s Pre-school 5
From the Clergy 6
Church Services 7
Church Matters 8
‘Say Hello To’…... 9
Adverts 10
Green Fingers 11
Youth Zone 12
Mini Sparrows Montesori Childcare 13
Clubs, Groups and Events 14 & 15
Dates for Your Diary, Useful Contacts 16
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Dear Editors I believe that we are SO privileged in this village to have such a lovely school. But equally, we are privileged to have the attached pre-school to prepare our little ones for this big step. The best and most valuable part of our pre-school are the staff there. Jess, Sarah and Sally are the most compassionate, kind and nurturing teachers, adored by all the children! For those who are not al-ready aware, our pre-school numbers are low. Please, if you’re considering a pre-school or know of anyone who may be consider-ing a place, have a look at our facilities. It comes HIGHLY recommended by all! Also, whilst I’m here… Sorry to have a little moan. But after all the hard work put into the Millennium Green in preparation of the Summer BBQ, I was disappointed to find a number of dog poo’s dotted around (which we did, of course, remove!). Although I have 3 dogs and use the park regularly, I take as much care as possible to clear up after my dogs. Not just for the safety and en-joyment of my own children, but for all other users of the Green. Whoever it is, please pick it up! If you’re caught short without a bag, there are now bags available by the poo bin! No excuses. Moan over. Kindest regards Vikki O’Hara
Letters to the Editors...
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Minutes of the Annual General Meeting Cllr Lawrence thanked the previous Councillors for all their hard work during the previous term. He also gave special thanks to John Green who has not been elected this term and welcomed Stephen Bettles as a new member of the council. 1. Cllr Lawrence was elected Chairman for the year 2015/2016. 2. Cllr Sandercock was elected Vice-Chairman for the year 2015/2016. 3. Cllr Knight, Cllr O’Hara and Cllr Bettles all signed the Declarations of Office. 4. It was agreed unanimously to adopt the model Standing Orders and model Code of Conduct as recommended by NALC. 5. It was agreed that the following appointees remain as
representatives to the following committees and associations: Belgrave Village Hall Committee – Cllr Sandercock North Kilworth Townland Trust – Cllr Lawrence and John Green. North Kilworth Sports Club – Cllr O’Hara Millennium Green Trust – Cllr Knight Eight Parishes Wind Farm – Cllr Lawrence It was proposed that Cllr Bettles becomes the representative for Leicester-shire and Rutland Association of Parish and Local Councils and Cllr Lawrence becomes the representative for the Nottingham Community Housing Association. 6. The Clerk presented the accounts for the year ending 31st March 2015 for the Parish Council and the FSA. The Clerk read out the Annual Governance Statement to the Parish Council. The Councillors confirmed that the
statement was adhered to and the Chair signed the accounts and the statement. 7. The date of the next meeting of North Kilworth Parish Council is 25th June 2015 at 7.45pm in the Belgrave Village Hall, North Kilworth. Minutes of the Annual Parish Meeting 1. The Chair, Cllr Lawrence, read out his annual report for 2014/2015. 2. Reports from the following organisations were received: Affordable Homes (Nottingham Community Housing Association) Kilworth Challenge FOSTA Bowls Club Sports Club Village Hall Millennium Green Trust CIC Reading Group Women’s Institute Defibrillator Broadband
Our Parish Council: Meetings of 21st May 2015
Floodlit Sports Association Neighbourhood Plan Eight Parishes Wind Farm Young People’s Group Townland Trust North Kilworth News 3. QUESTION TIME FOR PARISHIONERS The Parish Council advised that they don’t think the allotments will be ready until 2016. The Parish Council agreed to put moving the bus stop to a more suitable location on the agenda for the next meeting of the Parish Council.
DISTRICT COUNCILLOR - Lesley Bowles
COUNTY COUNCILLOR - Graham Hart
HARBOROUGH DISTRICT
MP -
Sir Edward Garnier QC MP
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Best ever Millennium Green BBQ?
The Millennium Green BBQ was held on Saturday the 20th, after some slightly dodgy weather during the day and a downpour at 5pm the Gods decided enough was enough and out came the Sun for the 6pm start. The evening then went on to be a really great success with great music, food and drink. It was also one of the largest turn outs ever- over 250 tickets sales!! Which means we have raised lots of money all of which is spent on the maintenance and upkeep of Millen-nium Green. The BBQ would not happen if it wasn’t for the hardwork and generosity of a lot of people. Those that helped sell tickets, organise, setup and work on the night; Trustees- Sue Dunford , Stephen O’Hara , John Green, Chris Knight, Pat Knight, Colin Brice, Andy Wall , Rachel Peacock, Kate Roberson, Kathe-rine Clarke. Additional volunteers- John Dunford, Vince Threadgold, Jane Faulkner, Vikki O’Hara, Simon Jones, Alex Ward, Tracey Allen, Mark Lis-combe. A big thank you to the Challenge Committee for the tents and BBQs, the WI for providing lots of delicious salads, the Shires for helping source the wine, and the band “Brass, Wind and Fire”. The raffle also proved to be a great success, with one small caveat per-haps we will get all the same colour tickets next year to avoid the problem of fading light and fading eyes of the caller... Thank you to everyone who provided the fantastic prizes who were:- £30 Bliss & Beauty Facial Voucher - Mrs Vicki Hart £30 Voucher at The Shires Inn - Mrs Phillippa Faulkner £20 Voucher at The White Lion - Miss Carley Woodward £20 Gemma Taylor Health & Fitness class vouchers - Miss G Taylor £10 Potters Saddlery & Pet Supplies Voucher - Mr Ian Scarfe £10 Whites Florist Voucher - Whites Florist £25 Joseph Morris Meat Voucher - Mr Morris 5 Headsets - Mrs M Smalley, Lidl Two bottles of Delicious Stony Brook Wine - Mr & Mrs Jones 1 Hour Childs Horse Riding Lesson - Ms Nicky Vickery Novelty Man Toilet Roll Holder - Monika @ Velvet Interior Design Savoury Food Hamper - Mrs M Smalley, Lidl Sweet Food Hamper - Mrs M Smalley, Lidl Milk Jug & Sugar Pot Set - All Wrapped Up 3 Day Gym Pass - Lutterworth Leisure Centre A ‘Little Bird Company’ Luxury Cake - Miss Hana Geraghty £5 Sugar Mouse Sweet Vouchers - The Sugar Mouse Tea/Coffee & Cake for two at the Garden Barn - The Garden Barn A Botanicals Photo Album - Mr & Mrs Green Baylis & Harding Moisturiser Gift Pack - Mr & Mrs Knight A Professional Car Handwash & Vac (Option 3) - Neb 3 copies of ‘Mother Came Too!’ books - Mr T Spencer One final thank you to everyone for attending and making this one of the most memorable events in the North Kilworth social calendar, see you all next year! Stephen O’Hara, Chairman, North Kilworth Millennium Green Trust
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Family Challenge 2015 - Saturday 5th September
A big thank you to all who helped in achieving such a great success at the 2015 Kilworth Chal-lenge in its 25th year. This includes all competitors, helpers, marshals, landowners, Kilworth House Hotel and Theatre and all our sponsors.
On the day we declared a truly magnificent fifty four thousand pounds raised. The bulk of this will go to Dukes Barn in Derbyshire, Young Leicestershire and Over the Wall, three Midlands based charities that help disadvantaged and handicapped children. As in previous years the remainder will be dispersed to local charities and good causes.
The Family Challenge is next..............on Saturday 5th September 2015 at the Sports Club in North Kilworth. This is the time for the children to outdo the adults and so entrants have to be 16 or under. Teams are usually 6 to 7 strong plus a supervisory adult (or two).
We have 13 teams registered to date so there is only room for one or two more. Contact point is Colin Clarke on 01858 880308.
The organizers - Colin Clarke, Mike Lawrence, Bruce Phillips, Simon Jones, Nick Otter, Duncan Moss, Mick Faulkner, Chris Mitchell and Manfred Morris.
St. Andrew’s Pre-School, serving North Kilworth
and surrounding areas
We have a dedicated and enthusiastic team of staff committed to providing the best care for your child.
Our pre school has a relaxed atmosphere, ensuring children feel happy and stimulated in a safe environment.
St Andrews Pre-School is small homely Pre School based in North Kilworth but serves sur-rounding villages, including Lutterworth. We take children from 2 1/2 years up to school age. We offer flexible sessions including half and whole day sessions.
The Pre School has an Outstanding Ofsted report.
Places are still available for September so please get in touch and we would love to show you around.
For more information or to view please call Angela on 07908672712 or 01858 880430
Registration is FREE.
Government funding is available for all 3+ year olds
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Christians believe an astonish-ing truth: that God calls each of us by name from the moment of our baptism and accompa-nies us on our journey of faith. We are each given unique gifts and potential to reveal God’s life in and around us and called to grow into the wonderful peo-ple God has created us to be. When we listen to God’s voice we can find ourselves taking extraordinary and unexpected paths into a future we could never have predicted. Some-times this path leads, after much heart-searching and prayerful discernment, towards public ministry in the Church. We are delighted to welcome this month a new colleague into our benefice and our cler-gy team who has experienced God’s call into ordained minis-try. The Reverend Alison Iliffe joins us as our new Team Cu-rate and will be with us for the next three years or so. Recent-ly, as she and her family pre-pared for this significant move she wrote the following:
“Over the next few weeks my family and I will be moving into The Rectory in North Kilworth as I prepare to be ordained Deacon at the end of June, and then take up the role of curate in the Avon Swift Team. Having spent the last two years commuting weekly to The Queen’s Foundation in Birmingham we are very much looking forward to settling into the benefice. Terry, my hus-band, works in the highways section at County Hall in Glen-field, and we both enjoy bell-
ringing and walking. Matt, our eldest son, is currently working in an Architects Practice in Manchester whilst his younger brother, Dan, is studying for a degree in Jazz at Leeds Col-lege of Music.
“As a curate I will be working closely with Revd. Emma Da-vies and other members of the ministry team as I learn about the role of a Deacon, and then Priest, in this rural benefice. This is an exciting and chal-lenging time for us as we follow God’s call on our lives.”
Following God’s call can in-volve leaving behind old identi-ties, places and people, but it will always bring us the abun-dance of God’s blessing and life. Alison and her family know first-hand something of what this means, as they leave the place where they have lived for a great many years, and begin a new life in our midst. From the moment of her ordination on June 28th, Alison takes on many new things: she will now have a new title as The Reverend Alison Iliffe, will be starting to wear a clerical collar for the first time and to take her first public steps in ordained life. This is an excit-ing time and perhaps a daunt-ing time. She will have lots to learn and lots of new people to meet, so it is likely to be an exhausting time too!
As a Curate, Alison is continu-ing the training for ordained ministry which began at theo-logical college. Her training will build too on the significant gifts and experience she brings from her ministry as a licensed Reader. Alison will learn ‘on the job’ through becoming ac-tively involved in day-to-day church life from the outset, through reading and study, and at regular Curate training events. Over her time with us she will learn how to do the tasks associated with being a parish priest, but her learning will focus just as much on what it means to be a priest in the Church of God, on being formed into the ordained minis-
ter God is calling her to be.
As her Training Incumbent I have responsibility for Alison’s learning and development, although of course Chris and Jane will contribute greatly to her training too. Initially Alison will spend a lot of time with me in the parishes and schools in which I work most. She will also be very much part of wider benefice activities such as the midweek services, monthly group services and occasional courses we offer for the whole benefice. She begins her or-dained life as a Deacon, which has a focus on proclaiming God’s word, sharing in the pas-toral and prayer ministry of the Church and serving the com-munities in which she is placed. She will take an active role from the outset in leading parts of worship, school as-semblies, preaching, pastoral visiting etc. and as she finds her feet will also take on funer-al and baptism ministry. In a year’s time it is anticipated that Alison will be ordained again, this time as priest. After that she will have authority to pre-side at the Eucharist and at marriages, and to bless and pronounce absolution in God’s name.
It is an absolute joy to welcome Alison, Terry and their family to the Avon Swift Benefice and I pray they will soon feel at home and happy here. I have every expectation that they will be given a warm welcome and every support by all of our church communities here. I also have faith that you will all find what a privilege it is to walk alongside someone who has heard God calling them by name and has followed that voice. Finally, I have no doubt that Alison’s presence in our midst will cause us all to won-der afresh what it is that God is calling us to be and do in this place at this time.
With every blessing to you all.
Rev’d Emma Davies
‘The one who calls you is faithful’ (1 Thess. 5.24)
Welcome to Alison, our new Curate
Church Matters….
All enquiries regarding Church matters should be directed to:- The Revd Canon Chris Oxley, The Rectory, Kilworth Road, Swinford. Telephone: 01788 860445; email [email protected] The Revd Emma Davies, The Vicarage, 5 Church Lane, Gilmorton. Telephone: 01455 556573; email [email protected] The Revd Jane Kennedy, 17 Cromwell Close, Walcote. Telephone: 01455 554065; email [email protected]
For Misterton: The Revd Canon Brian Davis, Telephone: 01858 431843; email [email protected]
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Avon-Swift Group Church Services July 2015
New Curate Welcome
We are delighted that trainee curate Alison Iliffe and her family will be living in the former Rectory in North Kilworth. The PCC is organising a welcome for Alison on Tuesday 14th July at Honey Cottage 7.30-9pm for drinks and nibbles. All are most welcome to attend and meet Alison but for catering’s sake please let either Carolyn (880769) or Liz (880262) know if you plan to be there.
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Buggy Service at All Saints Church Gilmorton
Short service, play and chat with a cuppa for all pre-school children, parents and carers ALL WELCOME!
On Thursday 9th July at 9.15am (finished in time to go to Toddler Group at the Pavilion)
Break for the summer holidays and then begins again on 3rd September
More details from Rev’d Emma: [email protected] or 01455 556573
From the Registers…..
Baptism: Heath Vincent Young-Dorey at Gilmorton on 14 June Confirmations: Margaret Beck from Ashby Magna, Kerry Christie from Gilmorton, Emma Christie from Gilmorton at Countesthorpe on 14 June Wedding: Lewis Preson and Helen Ballard at Kimcote on 6 May Funeral: Winifred Elsie Jackson aged 93 years on 4 June at Gilmorton
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This month we say ‘Hello’ to the entire White Lion team – not just those that you see front of house, but those behind the scenes that contribute to making the White Lion a memorable
experience.
You will see Carley up front (and others; more of them later). Behind the scenes (not in the kitchen - the only thing she cooks is the books), and sometimes working alongside the rest, you will see mum Helen who provided the finance. As Helen puts it “I put the money up, Carley spends it”. They hope you will drop in to eat, because that is the key business, but they are happy for you to just look around, view the menu, enjoy a glass of wine or traditional
beers. Drinkers and families are welcome!
Carley and Helen feel that they have been well supported by NK people, and have made many friends. They would like to see even more of you, as well as attracting people from far and wide. The White Lion team aspires to get an AA Rosette, and then progress to a Michelin Star.
Mother and daughter are pleased with the way the busi-ness is growing, and thought it would take longer to develop. The various aspects of the business allow us in North Kilworth to walk to a restaurant, and to seating areas that are specifically set aside for drinking. There is also a function room in the back that can accommodate
parties of up to 25.
Carley was formally trained in Hospitality and Management at Kilworth House Hotel. Ten years later, she is thoroughly enjoying living in NK. At 26, she is living above the Lion with four-year old daughter Amelia, who will start NK school in September. There’s a Springer spaniel called Murphy that you might also have to say ‘Hello’ to as you bump into Carley walking around the village. There’s a cat called Neil who’s already been hit by two cars. He may not be around to say ‘Hello’ to unless he learns about cars.
Helen has run and owned sev-eral businesses, and is current-ly working 3 days a week at Next handling escalated complaints.
Say Hello to the White Lion Team…..
“The White Lion
team aspires to
get an AA
Rosette, and
then progress to
a Michelin Star”
We are always looking for more people to interview, please email us at [email protected] or contact Dave Brown direct
So, through the photograph, let’s meet The
Team - all of whom are local people.
Amelia: Already taking after her mummy, wandering around the restaurant saying hello to the customers. It'll all be hers one day.
In front: Murphy: Everyone's friend, he's the one with the bark you can occasionally hear from upstairs.
From left to right:-Brooke: The hard working Irish sister, mainly behind the scenes but occasional-ly makes an appearance front of house.
Chan: The Irish brother, our singing waiter, who loves to have a banter with the customers.
Steph: Has turned that frown upside down and has come on leaps and bounds since the start.
Denise: Assistant Manager. The quiet one, practically part of the family who's daughter Hollie is starting NK school along with Amelia (partners in crime).
Jenni: Guaranteed to make everyone smile in the kitchen.
Helen: Get close to her, she's got the money.
Sam: Is the man, our talented Head Chef who sends his amazing tasty food to your table.
Carley: Hostess with the mostest (the loud, mad one).
Hana: Can't be missed, loves to chat, she's the one usually wearing one item of clothing that isn't uniform.
Dean: Carley's partner, Amelia's dad, known to appear out of his man cave (the cellar) to lend a hand now and again.
Elliot: Carley's brother (the clever one) always there to give a helping hand wherever needed.
Scott: AKA 'Beansprout' All those shiny clean plates! That's down to him. (not in the photo, Carley forgot to invite him)
Howard: Helen's husband, he keeps the kitchen equipment maintained to run like a well oiled machine. He's also not in the photo (busy working)
So that’s the Team; they are all important when it comes to you enjoying yourself at The White Lion. When you walk through the door feel free to say ‘Hello ‘ to all of them.
David Brown
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Book of the month Is
Stig of the Dump my
favourite book I’ve ever read. It is quite a mystery and it takes the whole book to make it all clear, but still it’s a cliff hanger. The author is Clive King.
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James, Faye and the adorable Nancy
The traditional day lily 'Hemerocallis' has been in British cottage gardens since the sixteenth century when it was first introduced from Eastern Asia. Originally the colour range was limited to shades of yellow, orange and russet and many gardeners still prefer this re-stricted palette. They are available in a much wider variety of colours and petal shapes, other than the traditional star-shaped trumpet-like flower head, as American plant breeders started to hybridise the day lily about one hundred and fifty years ago and still dominate the development of this colourful plant. Day lilies grow in clumps with strap-like leaves and branching flower stalks to a height of two to four feet. The flowers are ephemeral and last for twenty four hours after opening but are very prolific and bloom throughout the Summer. Deadhead the flowers after blooming. They will grow in most soils in a sunny spot but do not like very dry poor conditions. They like
rich organic soil and a mulch in the Autumn is beneficial. For propagation divide in the Spring discarding the older central portion when replant-ing. They are relatively trouble free but the Hemerocallis gall midge causes the buds to swell and not open; if this happens remove immediately before the whole plant is affected. Barnsdale Gardens at Exton in Rutland had a wide variety of day lilies when I last visited. The garden has many small gardens designed by the late BBC gardener Geoff Hamilton and is a great place to visit for getting ideas. There are many good pubs in Rutland but 'The Finches' on the Hambleton peninsular has a very fine ter-race overlooking Rutland Water. I was asked to write this col-umn for the Newsletter and have enjoyed doing so for the last year. There are many good gardeners in North Kilworth who may like to continue the column, as this is my final one - Happy Gardening! Peter Morgan
Green Fingers…...Day Lilies
“There are many good
gardeners in North
Kilworth who may like to
continue the gardening
column, as this is my final
one — happy gardening!
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YOUTH ZONE!!!
How to care for rabbits Feeding: Rabbits like eating hay and 85% of their overall diet should be hay. To add to this they can also eat hawthorn branches, apple and pear tree branches, rosemary, lavender and sage. In fact they can eat any kind of freshly picked herbs that aren't grown from a bulb. They also love as a special treat freshly dried rose petals. You may be surprised to hear that rabbits should not eat lettuce, fruit of any kind, branches from fruit trees bearing stoned fruit and also carrots should only be fed as a rare treat. The shop bought food mixes are in addition to the above. Company: It is a very lonely and sad life for a rabbit to live by themselves, so always try to keep more than one, but please make sure that they have been neutered . Even if you have two females, most female rabbits die before their 4th birthday from cancer of the uterus. Battling boredom: Chewing apple branches is a great way of keeping them busy but try not to give them shop bought treats as they are very high in sugar and bad for them, apple branches wear their teeth down naturally. A spacious hutch and run is important and toys.
Exercise is also important.
Lucy Allen’s Youth Zone!
Many thanks Lucy (who now has her own rabbits) for this super article
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Mini Sparrows Montessori Childcare
So What does Montessori mean? The Montessori environment is very much about promoting independence. The activi-ties on the shelves are 'prepared' so that the children choose exactly what they would like to do, and for how long. We learn to respect our surroundings. We push our chairs in, walk around (not over) others if they are working on a floor mat. We put our work away, tidy, wash up, sweep up, put our own aprons on and carry scissors carefully etc. The Montessori theory focuses on 5 main areas… Practical Life (see photos) ....as it sounds, introducing the skills used in everyday life. This includes activities such as pouring, spooning, polishing shoes, dressing ourselves, sweeping the floor....the list is endless! Hand eye co-ordination is improved and so are fine motor skills. Independence encourages self confidence! Sensorial (see photos) Activities that allow children to explore with their senses. All of the materials indirectly prepare the child for maths and language. There is very often 10 of everything and children are constantly invited to compare 'bigger, big-gest...smaller, smallest' Both fine and gross motor skills are improved when they physi-cally handle and carry the equipment. Often, whenever possible, we work from left to right. Indirectly preparing for reading. Mathematics (see photos) Mathematical vocabulary is introduced very early on, and children can physically feel and compare the 'longest' red rod with the 'shortest'. A con-crete understanding of mathematical concepts is so important....let's cut this orange in half...how many pieces now?'....' here are five crayons...lets take one away....how many?' Language (see photos) We all know that songs, nursery rhymes, books and stories are the key to exciting a child's interest in language and literacy. The Montessori meth-od uses the phonic system. This means we learn the 'sound' that the letters make, rather than the 'name' of the letter. So, it's 'sssss' for snake, not 'ess' for snake. Knowledge and Understanding of the world (see photos) Here we begin to learn about the world and all that lives in it! We introduce the weather, the seasons, animals, countries, cultures, art, transport....the list is endless! Mini Sparrows Montessori Childcare offers flexible sessional or full day care for 2-4 year olds for parents wanting their children looked after in a home from home environ-ment. In the mornings I run an educational, creative, child centred Montessori session in our fully equiped Montessori classroom. During the afternoons, children spend time explore the great outdoors, playing and having fun! I also encourage lots of interaction with all our pets and farm animals. Goverment funded places are also available for children over 3 yrs.
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The next meeting of the N.K.W.I. is on Thursday 16th July, 7.30pm in the Belgrave Village Hall when Peter Cousins will speak on “Family History”. June’s visit to The “Plant Man” in Braybrooke was fascinating since most of us had never before seen so many different varieties of plants in such large quantities . The month of June also proved very different in so far as two of our members attended our Centenary A.G.M. in the Albert Hall, London in the presence of Her Majesty the Queen and our President was one of 8,000 W.I. Members attending the W.I. Centenary Garden Party at Buckingham Palace. Needless to say, both events were memorable indeed.
North Kilworth Women’s Institute
The next meeting of the North Kilworth Reading Group is on Thursday 23rd July at 8.00pm the book under discussion is The invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd, venue tbc. The story of ‘The Invention of Wings’ takes place between 1803 and 1838 and it is based on the real lives of two sisters Sarah and Angelina, who were born into a wealthy family in South Carolina when society and success relied on slave labour and before females had rights. Yet the sisters became crusading abolitionists and feminists who craved for a fairer world. The book is a damning indictment on the atrocities and brutality of slavery, and is narrated by Sarah and the slave girl Het-ty Handful who is given to her for her eleventh birthday. It is a thought-provoking rewarding read with much vivid detail. New members always welcome.
North Kilworth Reading Group
02.08.15 Mrs Madeleine Sandercock. Any problems please contact Jo Guilfoyle 880574 Many thanks.
St Andrews Church Flower Rota
We are now into the swing of the bowling season with both 'friendly' games and the more serious Harborough League season under way. The club are going well in the Harborough League and have only lost one of the matches played so far and currently top the League. Additionally we have reached the quarter-final stage of the Springer Cup. Unfortunately the club have been knocked out of the County Unbadged Fours, a competition we have won in the past. We are always happy to see spectators supporting us so feel free if you wish to come and watch any matches. All the fix-tures are on the Bowls Club website at http://northkilworth.bowls-club.co.uk/. Club "roll-up nights" are held each Wednesday evening from 6pm. If you would like to try your hand at lawn bowls come along on a Wednesday evening where you will be made most welcome. All you need are some shoes with flat non-ridged soles. We can supply some bowls for you to use initially. Also don't forget the Clubhouse is available if you are planning any event and that there is a bar which can be opened if required. Speak to any Committee member if you have any plans afoot.
North Kilworth Bowls Club
Millennium Green Trust
The May 100 Club winners are: 1st Prize £50.00 Kerry Wilson 2nd Prize £25.00 Jack Duncan The June draw hasn't taken place yet.
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Cricket returns to North Kilworth…..
Kilworth Ladies Rounders Team continue their season with another good win against the Market Harborough Peaches, but then came up against very tough opposition of Bowden Blacks (last year a Division One team and lost the match, but played very well and as usual had some fun! The next couple of weeks should bring some good results. Star players to mention this time are Chloe, for brilliant throwing from deep in the field, Sarah for amazing catching along with Aimee, and the marvellous Debbie who keeps running in the rounders for us. (Not all the members are in this team photo, so more to come another month)
Kilworth Ladies Rounders Team
Save the Date!
Tickets for the Alfresco Lunch will be available during July/August from Village Hall committee members, so save the date of Sunday 6th September for this enjoyable event
Jo Guilfoyle and family would like to thank all those who gave so generously of their support in so many ways during Barry’s illness and sad death. A total of more than £600 was donated to The Children’s Societyi n his name. Many, many thanks
Apart from the over 40’s v under 40’s match last year, Sunday cricket has finally returned to North Kilworth with our first game & victory at the Sports Club but more of that later. We started on 7th June with our first game away to Finedon, despite needing a player or 2 we set off to the first game for North Kilworth in some time, Fine-don supported us with a couple of players & the game began, fielding first Finedon were too strong scoring 220. Our best efforts saw us score 83, to be fair everyone played their part and we took spirit from the game, looking for-ward to the return fixture at NK on 21st June. Just to let you all know, it wasn’t an earthquake but a 3 tonne roller going through the village on a number of occasions to ensure we prepared the wick-et as best as we could and so the day arrived….. Once again we fielded first, Finedon looking confident started slowly com-pared to the previous game, with some accurate bowling from the Phillips (Huw & Joe) boys we kept the runs down, each taking a wicket, we then had the Sandercock (Simon & Ally) boys before Charlie Roberson & Ed Simmonds also bowled with everyone taking wickets we restricted Finedon to just 85 & what a difference a crowd makes with 30 spectators cheering on the NK boys. We came in to bat with our spirits high but quickly deteriorated to 40 for 8 and we thought the game was up, but the tail wagged with Ollie Taylor & Edd Ward starting a spirited fight back before Simon Jones joined Edd at the crease and between them saw off the remaining runs and winning the game with 6 overs to spare. It was a great day and much thanks goes to Rachel Smith, Heather Conopo, Jane Faulkner & Sally Phillips for the fabulous cricket teas, Nick Hardwick & Bristol Jerry for their sterling Umpiring display (Nice 6 signal Jerry), Mick Faulk-ner for the Scoreboard it looked fantastic & Dillon for his dedication at the score book, The Kilworth Challenge for their help in getting us off the ground, well done to everyone that played & the spectators who enjoyed cricket once more in the village. The next game is on 5th July against Knossington, we will start at 2pm for those that want to watch, if you are interested in getting involved as a player or helping with teas or wicket preparation please get in touch with Simon Jones on 07561 103386 [email protected]. Following the game on 5th July we will be holding some 6 a side games amongst ourselves on some Sunday afternoons for a bit of fun and will finish the season on 30th August with the Over 40’s v Under 40’s. It’s great to have cricket back in the village, please get in touch if you want to get involved, all welcome. Simon
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Useful Contacts: Belgrave Village Hall. Contact Bunty Emery on 01858 880342 [email protected]
North Kilworth Bowls Club. Contact Reg Tattersall 01455 209126
North Kilworth Parish Council. Contact P. Lawrence. [email protected]
St Andrew's Church Rev'd Canon Oxley 01788 860445
St Andrews Church of England Primary School 01858 880430
Neighbourhood Watch team, Sgt Jo Hodson, PC David Sharpe, PCSO Laura Bolton, PCSO Peter Willson. Tel:101
Village Power CIC. Contact Stuart Dainton. 01858 881431 info@[email protected]
Millennium Green Committee. Contact Stephen O'Hara on 881052 [email protected]
Eating Out Locally:
The White Lion Wine Bar and Restaurant (North Kilworth) 01858 882112
Kilworth House Hotel (North Kilworth) 01858 880058
Kilworth Springs Golf Club (North Kilworth) 01858 575082
The Attic Restaurant (North Kilworth) 01858 575555
White Hart (South Kilworth) 01858 575416
The Shires Inn (Peatling Parva) 0116 2478271
The Joiners Arms (Bruntingthorpe) 0116 247 8258
The Grey Goose (Gilmorton) 01455 552555
Sunday 6th - Lunch Alfresco, tickets to follow Sunday 20th - WI Centenary Party
November: Saturday 21st - ‘Kilworth High School Disco: Class of 2015’ At Kilworth Springs Golf Club. Details for ticket sales to come.
December: Saturday 5th - Annual Christmas Quiz New Years’s Eve -
Regular Weekly Events: Alternate Thursdays: Mobile Library. School – 1.30 -2.15. Pre-school 2.20 – 2.40. White Lion 2.45 – 3.10
July: Sunday 19th - Lunch on the Lawn in aid of St. Andrews Church. Save the date!
August: Saturday 15th - WI BBQ Saturday 29th - ‘Legally Blonde’ Group tickets. Kilworth House Theatre. Contact Julie Fish for details ([email protected])
September:
Saturday 5th- The Kilworth Family Challenge. Teams of up to ten including two adults. Entries limited so get your kids in now! Entries please to Colin Clarke, Highwayside, North Kilworth 01858 880308.
If you have any dates to add to our diary, please let us know!
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