does make a difference

Stilton - twinned with St Christol lez AlèsIssue 263 Apr 2007

LOCAL LOBBYING DOES MAKE A DIFFERENCE

ROLL UP !GET YOUR ENTRIES IN FOR CHEESE-ROLLING!

CHUCK IT OUT !SPECIAL RUBBISH COLLECTION THIS MONTH

STUMBLE TIMEDIARY DATES FOR OUR NEW WALKING GROUP

LOTS TO DO !PAGES OF EVENTS FOR ALL TASTES. COME AND JOIN IN!

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Our local MP, Mr Shailesh Vara, writes about the successful campaign to save Hinchingbrook Hospital from closure

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Hospital Stay

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Stilton Cheese RollingMonday May 7th 2007

CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF SCOUTINGOpened at 10am by our favourite

local celebrity Warwick DavisCrowning of the May King & Queen

Maypole Dancing by Stilton and Holme Schools

Fancy Dress competition

Best Dressed Buggy / Bicycle

Entertainment in the Arena,featuring the Fenland Molly Dancers

12 noon - Best Dressed Team parade

Junior Heats

Ladies’ Heats

Men’s Heats

Special Wheelchair Event

All Finals

Champion of Champions

All presented by:Adam Vickers and Warwick Davis

Back by popular demand!

Cheese-Rolling ConcertFeaturing

Leon and friends5 - 9pm in The Talbot Garden

Entrance at the gate £5 (up to KS2 FREE!)

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Local NewsThe Parish Pump

Gala Close GreenAN EXPLANATION FROM THE PARISH COUNCIL

Bank Holiday Collections:

GREY BIN DAYS:Mon 2nd, 16th & 30th Apr

GARDEN BIN DAYS:Tue 10th & Mon 23rd Apr

RECYCLING DAYS:Sat 7th & Fri 20th Apr

Stilton Parish Council was represented at the meeting organised by Cllr Peter Mitchell to discuss use of the public open space in the middle of Gala Close. Over many years the Council has tried to help residents come to a workable solution to the conflict between those who see this as a quiet amenity and those who want somewhere safe, near home, for their children to enjoy free play.

FINE CUTSIndeed, the hedge and trees were planted by Stilton Parish Council to try and avoid damage to gardens from stray balls. This hedge is maintained by the Parish Council. The grass cutting is the responsibility of Cambs County Council, but it contracts that out to Stilton Parish Council and pays for THREE cuts each year. In reality it is cut 22 times a year, at the expense of Stilton Parish Council. We assume that local householders prefer a more manicured look, rather than a hayfield, but this is costly. If the area is further planted, the Parish Council won’t be able to undertake any regular or occasional maintenance unless the costs are fully met by either the District or County Councils.

OWNERSHIPThe Parish Council cannot comment further until the question of ownership and/or control is settled. We would also like to have information on the planning conditions laid down when the Norman Drive / Gala Close area was developed. It may be that any restrictions to the free use of the area would be prohibited.

USE THE FIELD!We are aware that play space is limited, but cannot accept that older children aren't allowed to go to the new field. Some playing on Gala Close green have come from other areas of the village, so why not congregate on the new field instead? Street lighting is not a valid issue for much of the year, certainly not in the months when it is warm enough for outdoor play. Plans for the provision of challenging and exciting play equipment and a basketball net are being drawn up once the results of the consultation questionnaire are available. A small copse of trees has been planted, thanks to Huntingdonshire District Council, and picnic tables will soon be in place. Even before all this takes place the field is the best place for games of football, rugby or cricket.

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Tree Survey The Tree Officer of Huntingdonshire District Council, Brian Ogden, will be making a tree survey in Stilton fairly soon. If you feel any tree or group of trees, deserve the protection of a Tree preservation Order, please contact the Clerk to Stilton Parish Council, Mrs. Mary Croll (241042) with the location and type of tree, so the information can be passed on to Mr. Ogden.

Special Rubbish Collection

Wed - Fri April 18 - 20 July 4 - 6 Nov 28 - 30

Please leave your rubbish outside your property, but not obstructing the footpath, by 7am on the first morning. 'White goods' will be collected separately by lorry. Please remove doors from fridges and freezers for safety.

As usual, what cannot be taken: garden refuse (use your wheelie bin) petrol engines tyres builders' rubble cast iron stoves tree trunks and large branches (unless cut into short lengths and tied or bagged)

Before putting items out for the collection consider whether they could be of use to someone else. Charity shops are found at the Broadway Centre Yaxley and the Orton Centre. Also go to www.ecyclebin.com where you can offer anything that needs a new home to people within a 50 mile radius (you can also ask for things you want!)

Cambridgeshire Constabulary

If you need to contact the Police you should ask for PCSO Barry Chamberlain. He has taken over from PC Wendy Ellis, but it's the same number 0845 456 456 4

Stilton Playing FieldThe theft of the notice board does not alter the rules. Please note:

NO DOGS NO CYCLES NO OVERNIGHT CAMPING NO FIRES

Village Survey 2007 Members of the Council walked around the entire village on two Sundays in February. Generally, the village looks tidy and well tended.

A list of repairs etc. has been compiled and will be sent to the relevant authorities. Most of these are road or footpath issues. The worst is Fen Street where complete re-surfacing is needed, which the Parish Council has been pressing for for several years. We will again raise the urgency of this.

In a few places trees and bushes hang over onto footpaths and householders will be asked to cut those back. Street name signs sometimes need replacing; we noticed Queen Eleanor Close, Apreece Way, Cooper Thornhill Road and Worthington Close and will also be asking for clearer signs at the crossroads where the distinction between High Street and North Street is not clear.

Chris WalfordChair, Leisure and Amenities

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Increases inBurial Fees

1 April 2007 - 31 March 2008Burial Fees have not been increased since 2000 and have fallen behind others in the locality. Even after these new increases, our fees are still lower than those of our neighbours.

The Parish Council also decided to raise the age for interment of children from 11 to 16.

Chairman of the Burial Board is Doug Maltman (242229) and the Clerk is Mary Croll. (241042)

43 Years Ago...Prompted by our recent coverage of the sewer works carried out in Stilton, Pat Gawler sent us a press cutting from Jan 1964.

Following pressure from Folksworth Parish Council, a sewerage scheme for Folksworth was extended to include the Norman Cross motel, at an additional cost of £1500 to install an extra 850 yards of sewer across the A1. Looks like a bargain by modern standards!

This was apparently part of a major two-year programme of works, involving 6½ miles of sewers, six pumping stations and three treatment works, serving Alwalton, Chesterton and Folksworth.

Purchase of exclusive right of burial

£ 200.00

Purchase of exclusive right of burial of cremated remains

£ 50.00

Interment ofchild 16 or under

£ 20.00

Interment ofperson over 16

£ 60.00

Interment ofcremated remains

£ 20.00

Headstone(no higher than 5 ft)

£ 50.00

Vase £ 25.00

Any other monument £ 50.00

Added inscription £ 25.00

Cremation plaque £ 25.00

Index to AdvertisersC a t e g o r y S e r v ic e P a g eR e t a i l F o o d & d r in k IF C

G a m e s 4 1W a t c h & c lo c k 3 0F a n c y g o o d s 4 3F u r n is h in g 2 9

H e a l t h & A l t e r n a t iv e 4 2F i t n e s s C h ir o p o d is t 2 7

D e n t is t O B CO p t ic ia n 2 7

F in a n c ia l In s u r a n c e 3 3B o o k - k e e p in g 3 6

P e t s V e t 4 0P e r s o n a l H a i r s t y l i s t s 2 9 , 3 1 , 4 1

M a n ic u r e /m a s s a g e 4 1C a r e s e r v ic e s O B CS p i r i t u a l 3 4

T r a d e s B u i ld in g s e r v ic e s 2 8 , 3 0 , 3 1 , 3 6 , 3 7 , 3 8 , 3 9 , 4 3

C le a n in g s e r v ic e s 3 3C o m p u t e r 3 4C o n s e r v a t o r ie s 3 5 , 3 7 , 3 8E le c t r ic a l 3 6F lo o r in g & C a r p e t s 2 8 , 4 1G a r d e n c a r e 3 8 , 3 9 , 4 3H e a t in g /p lu m b in g 3 0 , 3 1 , 3 8 ,

3 9T V in s t a l la t io n 3 2V e h ic le 3 6

P r o f e s s io n a l A r c h i t e c t 3 0P r o p e r t y s e r v ic e s 4 0U n d e r t a k e r 3 1W i l l w r i t in g 3 2

C h i ld c a r e A f t e r - s c h o o l c lu b 3 3B a b y s i t t e r 4 3P r e - s c h o o l 3 9 , 4 3

L e is u r e H o l id a y s 1 2

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Live local?Work local?

Think local?Act local?

Then why not become a

PARISH COUNCILLOR

3rd May 2007Is the date set for the next Parish Council elections.

Stilton Parish Council needs 11 seats to be filled.If you are over 18, live or work in the parish, have a few hours free each monthand want to make a difference to your community, find out how to get involved.

Contact Stilton Parish Clerk, Mrs M Croll, 10 Caldecote Road, Stilton. (241042)Hurry! Nomination papers have to be returned

to Hunts District Council by 4th April 2007

MobileLibrary

Apr 12th & 26th 3:15-3:45pm

Outside The Talbot

Renewals & enquiries:(0845) 045 5225

www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/leisure/libraries/

Yaxley LibraryOPENING TIMES

M o n - 2 :3 0 - 7 :0 0T u e 9 :3 0 - 1 :0 0 2 :0 0 - 5 :0 0W e dT h u 9 :3 0 - 1 :0 0 2 :0 0 - 5 :0 0F r i 9 :3 0 - 1 :0 0 2 :0 0 - 5 :0 0S a t 9 :3 0 - 1 2 :3 0 -

C lo s e d

Thu 5th April 9:30 - 1:00 2:00 - 5:00Fri 6th AprilSat 7th April 9:30 - 12:30 -Mon 9th AprilTue 10th April 9:30 - 1:00 2:00 - 5:00

Closed

Closed

Easter 2007 Opening

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STILTON CHEESE ROLLING 2007

JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS

Parental Consent Form I hereby give permission for ..........................................................................

to take part in the Junior Cheese-Rolling Championship on May 7th 2007

Name: .......................................................

Address: .......................................................

.......................................................

Signed: .......................................................

Date: .......................................................

This form must be returned with the Junior Team Entry Form to Olive Main, 8 Caldecote Rd, Stilton. Teams will NOT be allowed to compete unless a consent form has been received for EVERY member.

Final preparations are now in hand!

May King & Queenand attendants

Years 5 & 6 apply to Emily Warren (242389) by Friday April 13th.

Stalls, entertainments& sideshows

Call Carol Warren (242389)Commercial stalls £15Charity stalls £5 No food stalls

Cafe RoyaleMemorial Hall. Contact Peter Mitchell. (244666)

Team Entries£5 per team to Olive Main, 8 Caldecote Road (241206) by Sunday May 6th. Use the entry forms printed in this issue. ALL junior participants MUST have parental permission.

Special wheelchair entries to Matt Skelhorn. (245871)

Urgently Required !Any vintage Scout, Guide, Brownie, or Cub uniform items. Brown berets particularly needed.

Don’t miss our packed programme of fun & games! Special guest Warwick Davis will be with us again (with Baby Bel no doubt!)

See May SCAN for programme & full details!

Cheese-Rolling 2007CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF SCOUTING

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JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS

RULES:1 Competitors must be between 10 and 14 years of age2 Teams will be made up of 4 young people

and may be all boys, all girls or mixed.3 All competitors must cover arms and legs4 The rules of Cheese Rolling apply5 The referee's decision is always final6 The competition will be limited to 8 teams,

on a “first come, first served” basis.7 There will be a prize for the best-dressed team

and a prize for the winning team.8 Parental permission for EACH team member

must accompany this entry form. (Use form overleaf)

ENTRY FORMTeam Name ......................................................................................

Team Members: 1 ..................................................

2 ..................................................

3...................................................

4 ..................................................

Contact Name: .............................................................

Address: .............................................................

.............................................................

Tel No: .............................................................

Parental permission

All participants in Cheese Rolling do so at their own risk and Stilton Community Association accepts no liability for any accidental injury arising

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SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS

RULES:1 Teams will consist of 4 members including the captain2 Teams will be all male or all female3 No one under the age of 15 yrs may be included in a team4 Cheeses must be rolled by hand; no kicking, throwing or picking up of the

cheese is allowed and teams MUST keep to their allotted lanes.5 Each team member MUST roll the cheese at least once during the race.6 The first cheese to strike the end boards of the course wins.7 The referee’s decision is always final.8 Teams must report to the control tent by 11:00am

ENTRY FORMTeam Name ......................................................................................

Team Members: 1 ..................................................

2 ..................................................

3...................................................

4 ..................................................

Contact Name: .............................................................

Address: .............................................................

.............................................................

Tel No: .............................................................

All participants in Cheese Rolling do so at their own risk and Stilton Community Association accepts no liability for any accidental injury arising

Entry form and fee of £5 per team (payable to STILTON COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION) to Race Controller: Mrs O Main, 8 Caldecote Rd, Stilton, Peterborough PE7 3RH Fees will be refunded to teams in fancy dress.

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Yaxley Group Practice(01733) 240478

Trials Are you between 40 and 65 and want to help prevent a stroke?

It is well known that smoking and high blood pressure contribute to the risk of stroke, but it is still not clear why people have strokes, and the cause of 50% of strokes is unknown.

Research now suggests that genetic factors may contribute towards having a stroke. Scientists now have the technology to look at individual genes to see if they can identify those that may contribute towards causing strokes, but they need YOUR help.

YGP has been asked to help in a national research study looking into the prevention of strokes. We are looking for people between the ages of 40 and 65, who have not had a stroke, to complete a questionnaire and donate a sample of blood. No medication is involved and the visit should last no more than ten minutes.

If you would like to know more please contact the Helen or Nina in the Trials department on (01733) 244601.

Congratulations!Our warmest congratulations to Sara Bailey and Catherine Forward, our two Nurse Practitioners, who have both passed their Nurse Practitioner Degree, achieving B.Sc. Hons. Well done girls, all that hard work was worth it in the end!

Patients' Association AGM

The Patients' Association AGM will be on Monday 23rd April at 8pm. Refreshments will be served from 7:30pm, in the Health Education Room. If you would like to know more about the Association, what it stands for and achieves on behalf of our patients, how we raise funds and how the money is spent to benefit patients, doctors and nurses, then come along to the AGM. Our speaker this year will be Mrs Chris Wilkinson, Director of Nursing who will give a talk on Hospital Infection Control.

Pride in Peterborough

Awards The 10th Pride in Peterborough Awards were held at The Marriott Hotel on 15th February. Three of my colleagues and I attended the evening where we heard amazing stories of bravery and courage and where special people got together to receive the acclaim and recognition they deserve.

The entire staff of YGP were one of the three finalists nominated for Health Professional of the Year category. Ward 8 at Edith Cavell received the award in this category - many congratulations to them! We are delighted to have been nominated for this award and aim to continue our work caring for all our patients to the highest level possible.

Shirley Drawwater, Practice Manager

Carer Support GroupThe next meeting of the Carer Support Group will be on Wednesday 4th April in the Health Education Room from 2pm till 4pm.

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Diary DatesHalf Day Closing

Wednesday 18th April from 1pm to 5pm. Pharmacy will be open from 2pm.

Easter HolidaysThe surgery will be closed on Good Friday, 6th April and Easter Monday 9th April. The Practice and Pharmacy will be open on Saturday 7th April for emergencies only.

Please ensure you have sufficient medication for that period. Orders for necessary repeat prescriptions should be made as early as possible in advance.

Age Well Club3rd April Ann Hovell "Benefits of Bioflow"

10th April NO MEETING

17th April Kevin Harrison "Windsor Castle, Home of Monarchs"

24th April Outing to Nottingham. Cruise on the Nottingham Princess + Lunch

Meetings in the Health Education Room from 10 - 11:45am.

Regrettably we cannot take on any new members at present, the room which we use for our meetings is now full. If you would like to put your name on a waiting list then please see Linda in the Patients' Library

Staff Changes We welcome Smitha Thampy who joined our IT department on the 1st March; we hope she will be very happy here at YGP.

The District Nursing Team welcome Sue Watson who returns from maternity leave on 10th April. Sue will be working Tuesdays and Thursdays for the time being.

RegistrarsDr. Angela Carrothers left us at the beginning of February to continue her GP training at Accident and Emergency at Peterborough District Hospital. We wish her well.

Medical Tipof the Month Good Sleep Hygiene

1 Keep regular bed time and rising time.2 Avoid day-time napping.3 Take day-time exercise with exposure

to daylight.4 Avoid stimulants - alcohol, cigarettes or

coffee5 Establish bedtime routine e.g. milky

drink6 Avoid dwelling on problems in bed.7 Bed should be comfortable, not too

warm or cold. Suggested changes in behaviour and thoughts:

1 Keep bedroom for sleeping, no food, drinks, books, TV, in bedroom. Put light out straight away.

2 Go to bed when you feel tired.3 If you can't sleep get up and go out of

bedroom4 Make time earlier in the evening for

going through events of the day, plans for the next day, so these do not encroach on bedtime.

Going to sleep is an effortless process; trying hard does not help. Think pleasant thoughts, e.g. summer days, water, etc. Emphasise positive achievements; disasters do not necessarily follow after a poor night’s sleep.

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News from

GRAVITY ATTRACTSAt the last meeting we had a visit from Gravity (ramp builders) and we have nearly defined the plans for a skate park that will be cool for everyone in the space we have got (30x20 metres). We might also get a meeting point out of the budget.

VIDEOThere is a promotional video coming out quite soon from the kids of Stilton and whoever skates can have a part in it. This will be sold to raise money for the skate park, raise more awareness about it and hopefully encourage more people to start skating. Anyone who skates and wants a part then please talk to me.

LEND A HAND, SK8Z!Cheese Rolling is coming again and the group will be having a stall; please members we need all the help that we can get. Come to the meeting on the 5th April and we will be deciding what to do and who should do it.

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITYMembers of the group have been emailing and writing to companies and businesses to ask for money towards the skate park and in return receive advertisement in the prospectus and at the skate park. If anyone could help with this or wants to make a donation then please contact either myself or Peter Mitchell the Treasurer.

OPEN DAY SPECIALOn the 5th April Tony Evans is coming to talk to the group about the mobile skate park that will be coming to Stilton on June the 16th for the New Playing Field Open Day. It will cost around £560 out of the skate park bank but we do hope to make money on the day. There will be demonstrations and lessons for very beginners. More about it next month.

Our first issue of the Prospectus has been printed and all of the representatives will get a copy. If you would like to sponsor us and have a mention then please let us know.

Don't forget; Meetings on the 1st Thursday, 6:00 to 7:00 pm in the CMR. Next one on the 5th April.

Tom Leatherbarrow

Putting the Word AboutSTILTON SK8Z PROMOTIONAL PLANS

Lest We Forget17th June 2007

To mark the 25th anniversary of the liberation of the Falkland Islands, the Yaxley Branch of the Royal British Legion will conduct a brief wreath-laying ceremony at the Stilton war

memorial.

Any Falklands veterans in the districtare invited to attend.

For more information, contactTom Cochrane on 241784

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Hospital StayLOCAL LOBBYING SAVES HINCHINGBROOK

WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCEThere has been a considerable amount of work carried out in order to save Hinchingbrook Hospital and it appears that we have had a measure of success, writes Cllr Peter Mitchell. Thanks not least of all to our MP Shailesh Vara, Officers and Members of the District Council and those of you who wrote in with your comments. I reproduce here a report from Shailesh Vara and will keep you informed about any future developments.

Hinchingbrook Hospitalby Shailesh Vara MP

Locally, the major issue at present is trying to ensure that we maintain a full and proper service at Hinchingbrook Hospital. You may be aware that I campaigned. along with my neighbouring colleague Jonathan Djanogly MP, to keep a full range of services. The hospital is no longer threatened with closure and that is due in no small measure to your help and support. The 55,000 people in Huntingdonshire who signed our petition did make a difference, as did the many thousands who wrote to the Strategic Health Authority setting out their opposition to the cutbacks.

However, we must not let up if we are to keep a full service at the hospital. The consultation document launched by the Primary Care Trust says that there will be cuts behind the scenes. I am worried about this. I feel that these cuts may impact on front line services in the following way: a few months after a final decision has been made, we may have a situation where the hospital says it miscalculated and there will, after all, need to be frontline cuts. I have therefore called for a three-year analysis of any proposed savings before they are implemented, to ensure that they are practical and sustainable. I will continue to monitor the situation and urge you to take part in the consultation process, making your views clear to the Primary Care Trust. We must continue to exert as much pressure as we can on this vitally important issue.

St Mary Magdalene, Stilton

Wednesday Worshipat Lunchtime

Holy Communion followedby a soup & bread lunch

Every 3rd Wednesday in the month

12:30 - 1:30pm

Apr 18thBreak the bread of fellowship

with us in tranquil surroundings

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Correspondence to: The Editor, SCAN, 8 Caldecote Rd, StiltonStilton Mailcoach

Thankyou, Stilton!Dear Editor

As my redundancy from Browns, after ten years of service, came over-sudden, I did not have an opportunity to thank and say goodbye to all of you who have been so kind and helpful to me.

As you know, when the business moved to the village I was honoured to be taken over. I worked all these years full of enthusiasm because I was really happy.

Through SCAN, I would like to say a huge thankyou to all of you who made me feel part of the Stilton community. We pass through hard times together and that is what I am not to forget ever.

I hope that I will see you and all the familiar faces I remember from serving at Browns. My family and I will be grateful for the rest of our lives for everything you’ve done.

Wishing Browns every success, I wish you and all your readers all the best.

God bless you!

Zorka Djukic

Guide Dogsfor the Blind

Dear Editor

I wonder if any readers would be kind enough to save their used postage stamps, and old mobile phones which are worth £ 3.50 to the organisation. Forward them to me and I will make sure they are taken to the local treasurer of the Guide Dogs for the Blind. Appeal. It would be a small contribution to a very worthy cause.

So far, since February 2006, just by putting a message in the Yaxley monthly magazine I have delivered 81 mobile phones and 15½ kilos of stamps to the treasurer.

If you would like me to collect that would be no problem. I can be contacted on (01733) 705293 (evenings)

Many thanks

Debbie Milner

SCAN says: Ha! We’re not going to let Yaxley show us up when it comes to helping others, are we? Come on everybody, dig out those old mobiles, save your old envelopes and let’s see if we can beat their record!

Stilton Over 60’sFriday 27th April 2 - 4pmChurch Meeting Room

Cambridgeshire “Bobby” Scheme

Everyone welcome!

StiltonMemorial HallBooking Secretary:

JADE SMITH63 CHURCH CLOSE

01733 240348

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The Winners’Podium!

Apologies for missing the last couple of SCANs, writes Sean Murphy, I've been a little injured. It's difficult to enjoy it when you know you can't participate. Anyway, I'm back to fitness now and looking forward to the season ahead, so what's been going on with the Yaxley Runners since Christmas?

FOLKSWORTH SUCCESSOur annual Folksworth 15 race took place in January. Traditionally, as organisers, we have discouraged our members from running (unless they're in training for spring marathons) as we require about 70 people just to support the race. Fortunately, with over 100 members now, we had some spare capacity. Thanks go to the local scout and army cadet groups, and friends of the club who also helped make the day a success.

This year we had secured closure of Elm Road in Folksworth to enable the race finish area to be safer and better organised. This was a great success. We have not heard of any residents being inconvenienced - indeed the owner of the most affected property offered Paul B and myself a cup of coffee in the early part of the day; many thanks for that kind gesture.

The race was run in near ideal conditions, not too cold, although the wind picked up for the second lap. Karl Mills was the first Yaxley man home, claiming that he found it quite easy! Try harder next time Karl. Chantelle Swart was first woman, improving on her 2006 time by 10 minutes.

MOVING ON UPFrostbite season ended at Huntingdon, with the club finishing a creditable 11th overall. This is a significant improvement on the lower of the table that we have occupied in previous years and has come from having men capable of finishing in the top 100. Jim Grant and Simon Perkins have consistently finished well across all six races, and John Ackroyd and Karl made an impact on those races in which they've competed. Add to this the performance of the two leading ladies; Carry Murphy finished 18th in the last race with Chantelle hot on her heels. And a high turnout helps as even those runners who don't score stop other clubs from doing so. So, let's be back on good form in October.

MARATHON PREPARATIONSThe London Marathon is now a few weeks away; local runners have benefited from lots of longer distance races to compete in. After the Folksworth 15 came the Stamford 30k (ouch) and the March Mondi 15. Werrington Joggers organised a training run around Rutland Water in March, and Bushfield and Yaxley joined forces for a three-hour session, marshalled and guided by 'Big' Ron Firth on his bike. Thanks to Rob T for that idea.

I don't think there'll be another SCAN report before the big day, so the very best of luck to all of the area's runners in the Marathon, both club and charity. Remember, every stride is one stride closer to the finish, you CAN do it!

Racing AheadLOCAL RUNNERS’ WINTER SUCCESSES

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Date Location MilesApril 6th(Good Friday)

Whitwell (Cuckoo Spinney) 5½

April 22nd Warmington (Miriam’s Cover) 6½May 6th Wadenhoe 7½May 20th Catchwater Drain 6June 3rd Castor Hanglands 6

*** Derbyshire Weekend at Castleton ***June 16th/17th Leave early Saturday morning. 10 mile walk on

arrival. Overnight B&B stay to be arranged.A short walk after breakfast on Sunday morning,

10 + a bit!

July 1st Fotheringhay / Nene Way 8Summer evening pub walks commence mid-April, alternate Fridays.

Watch this space for details, or call Jan Woodward on 243278

Anyone want to bring a packed lunch?

Steppin’ OutSTILTON STUMBLERS’ SUMMER PROGRAMME

At our first “official” strategy meeting - in the pub - we elected a planning team to put together a programme of walks. As you can see, something for everyone. Plenty of opportunities to discover more of our local area and an expedition to the Peak District.

So all you Stumblers out there - put the dates in your diary. And if you haven’t joined us yet, just turn up on the day and find out what a friendly bunch we all are!

All local walks meet at The Pump at 10:00am (not 10:30 as originally.)

Having heard about the Stilton Stumblers, I decided it was what I needed to get a bit of exercise and meet new people, writes Amanda Clements. The morning of the first walk was grey and rainy. I thought of staying in bed with the papers, but my conscience got the better of me and I donned boots and waterproofs and headed out to meet the group. Apprehensive that the group was going to be all old people with bobble hats I was delighted to see a range of ages at the meeting point. There were experienced

walkers, but I was glad to see novices like myself.

What a great time! The sun came out and the pace was easy. Most of the walk was on footpaths across fields; muddy but fun! I found surprisingly pretty places I never knew existed so close to home. I could talk to new people if I wanted

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Yaxley Office: 1 Queen Street Yaxley PE7 3JE

Call 0845 456 4564 and ask for the Yaxley office:Ext: 4162: Yaxley Neighbourhood Policing Team Sgt. Shaun RyanExt: 4171: Yaxley NPT Community Officers (Voice mail facility)

Stilton and Villages:

PC Wendy Ellis: 07753 577 502 (mobile)PCSO Barry Chamberlain: 07921 094 828

Yaxley and Villages:

PC Sue Walker: 07889 499066PCSO Gill Goodfellow: 07921 094814email:- any of the community team using the following example format:[email protected]

Contacting our Local PoliceMAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU...

Keep this

somewhere safe!

Stilton & District Twinning Assn

10th Anniversary Celebrations

5-10 April

‘Time for Me’ Evening

16 May

Weekend in France22-24 June

Two nights in St Omer andgourmet lunch at a château.

SewingTuesdays

Church Meeting RoomTuesdays from 2:30 pm

Bring your own sewing, knitting, crochet - whatever. Chat and have a cuppa with other enthusiasts. The ideal opportunity to finish off that project you have had in the cupboard for years!

Very informal. Just come along, but if you want any further information give Pat Maltman a ring on (01733) 242229.

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Stilton & District Twinning Association

‘Time for Me’Evening

Wed 16th May 7:30 - 9:30pmThe Bell Hotel, Stilton

Ever wanted to try out

Body Massage? Crystal Healing? Reiki? Aromatherapy? Reflexology? Yoga? Indian Head Massage?

During the evening you will be able to trytaster sessions in many of these, as well as watch

hair ‘dressing’ and T’ai Chi demonstrations.

Stalls will also be available selling a range ofmake-up, jewellery, bags and books.

Why not come along for a relaxing and enjoyable night out? Find out more about complementary and beauty therapies.

Tickets £5 on the night, or in advance from: Linda Angus 244006 Christina Tallowin 240248 Linda Walford 241376 Yasmin Rogers 241957

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What’s on in &around Stilton !

Radio DaysAn evening of nostalgic

entertainment from the 1950’sRe-live the halcyon days

of BBC Radio!A review of the 1950’s in words, music and song.

Performed by Ermine Manor Events.

Saturday 14th April at 7:30 pm Stilton Church Meeting Room

Ploughman's supper- bring your own drinks

Tickets are limited ! £6.00 each From Browns and the Rectory

To reserve a table, tel. 244666

Proceeds to St Mary Magdalene Church fund

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Yaxley & District Royal British Legion Social Club Ltd210 Broadway Yaxley Peterborough PE7 3NR (01733) 240873

Invites you to

Come DancingEnjoy a programme which includes

Ballroom - Beat - Old Time - Line DanceMarch 31st From Northampton - Park Royal

April 28th From Corby - Roy Bishop

May 19th From Leighton Buzzard - Harmony

October 13th The return of... - Park Royal

November 3rd Watch this space!

Something New !

From 8:15 - 11:45 pm at 210 Broadway

Admission at the doorMembers £2.50

Non-Members £3.00

Additional Events:Easter Weekend Beer Festival

includes a steel band on Easter Saturday eveningSat 7th July - Abba Tribute NightSat 15th September - 40’s Night

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Middle Nene Archaeology Group

Coach Trip to LincolnSaturday May 12th

PROGRAMME:

Leave Stilton (Caldecote Road) 7:30am

Two optional walking tours: Tour of the archaeological remains of Lincoln Tour of Lincoln Cathedral precincts Each walk lasts about two hours and costs £2.50 ea (children free)

Return Stilton approx 7pm

Lincoln has many attractions, as well asfine museums, shops & restaurants

Coach fare: about £12 per person, depending on numbers. To book a place, please contact Olive Main, 8 Caldecote Road. (241206) A deposit of £10 per person is payable.To learn more before you go, why not come to:

Friday May 4th 8pm Oundle Church

The Archaeology of LincolnA talk by Mick Jones, Lincoln City Archaeologist

All welcome. Entrance £2

Middle Nene Archaeological Group coach trip to Lincoln May 4th 2007

Please book ......... places on the coach. I enclose a deposit of £10 per person, payable to Middle Nene Archaeological Group.

Name: ....................................................................................

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Planning your summer holiday?Why not visit out twin village of St Christol les Ales?

There is so much to see and do.

Amazing scenery in the hills and gorges of the Cevennes,or the plains of the Camargue

The historic cities of Nîmes, Avignon, Arles and Montpellier

The world heritage site, the Roman aqueduct at the Pont du Gard

The amazing Norman Foster viaduct at Millau (opened in Dec 2004)

The spectacular Tarn and Ardèche gorges. Canoeing available !

Donkey trek the Stevenson Way through the Cevennes

The beaches and warm watersof the Mediterranean(about one hour's drive)

Fantastic wines of the Rhone, Languedoc and Roussillon The wonderful hospitality ofFrench families in St Christol

Flights to Nîmes are easyfrom Stansted / Luton / East Midlands airports

St Christol is 30 mins drive from Nîmes airport.Or to drive - motorway from Calais via Reims and Dijon

to within 60 miles of St Christol.St Christol families are really keen to host,

particularly our young people over the summer.Contact Chris & Linda on 241376

or Chantal & Paul on 242004 for further details.

If you are interested in becoming an active memberof the Stilton & District Twinning Association,

please contact Chris on 241376.

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