february 2013

Issue No: 478 February 2013

Published jointly by All Saints’ Church and the Braunston Parish Council

Love where you live

Photograph by Carol Davey

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The Blessed Virgin Mary & StLeodegarius, Ashby St Ledgers

Parish Priest:- Rev. Sarah Brown 01788 890298email [email protected]

Churchwardens:Pat Milner: 899157Ann Parker-Tyler: 899251Secretary:Treasurer: John Lewis - 891149 0rganist and Choirmaster:

John Viggers -024 7667 9967

Churchwardens:Chris Levett: 891864Deputy - Trish Davis - 891792PCC Lay Chair:Mrs Sue Brooks: 01788 890042Secretary:Dorothy Amos: 01788 891491

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REGISTERS FOR Dec / Jan 2012

Baptisms02/12/12 - Lillia Slater andLaura Smout

Renewal of Vows -05/12/12 - Janie & Karim SmithFunerals -18/12/12 - Sheila Marie Rowley31/12/12 - Gladys Irene Beresford31/12/12 - Alison Rachel Thomas01/01/13 - Shirley Ernie Watts

BRAUNSTON ASHBY

Baptisms -

Funerals -

May they rest in peace andrise in glory

Weddings

The mystery and art of love

I don't know if you have ever received a valentine card that was a genuinemystery. I have. It arrived on February 14th 1981 just before my sixteenthbirthday and I'm embarrassed to confess that I've only just realised(while writingthis) who sent it. The problem was that the mystery of the sender was compoundedby the fact that the message was written in Latin - a language of which I wascompletely ignorant. I had to ask my Dad what it said (how embarrassing couldthat have been!!?) and when he had translated it with a lot of fake lecherouswinking I really was not that flattered! My hopeful suitor had written "Girl withbushy eyebrows. You are a plump, juicy sausage in the frying pan of life".Thirty two years on and quite resigned to my eyebrows and physique I have toapplaud the genuine affection and humour of the sender -who I now realise wasone Master Fryer (how did I miss that less-than-subtle "frying pan" clue for 32years??) who in fact I liked very much. Ah me! What might have been if I hadbeen less paranoid about being thought of as a fat, fuzzy piece of charcuterieby the boy of my dreams?!

Most of us would agree that love is a bit of a mystery -even those who reduce itto mere chemistry and biology. Old or young we recognise those amazingfeelings! We tend to focus on love as a feeling but when real life kicks in love asa feeling sometimes fades into inertia, frustration, boredom and even dislikeand we can feel cheated and go off in search of new romance.

This month when everywhere you look is full of pink cards, chocolate, mooningcouples and preposterously overpriced flowers it may be helpful to look at oneof the best definitions of happy- ever- after- love ever written. "Love is patient,love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does notdishonour others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps norecord of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. Italways protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres." Whetheryou are atheist, neutral or Christian, I think it is hard to deny the truth of thatbible passage *. The REAL mystery of true love is not the passion. True love isan act of determination, an act of will, sometimes against all the odds. True loveis a choice not a feeling. It is a mystery of perseverance, in the face of real life,temptation and weariness. It is the way God loves us too.

Certainly I, plump sausage that I am, take heart from the fact that God loves mealthough it must sometimes require great determination on His part to stick withme. It's true of you too. Yes, even you. That is the greatest mystery of love*1 corinthians 13:4-7

CHURCH FLOODLIGHTING 2012 / 2013

Sincere apologies to Mrs Atack for the transcription error in the date forher message in the last BVN.

Not shown in the previous BVN23rd November - In memory of Gillian Hallam (nee Sidwell).30 years have gone since you left our lives but you arealways in our hearts and minds. Miss you Mum. Love yourson Kieran.28th November - * Fondest birthday memories of dear sisterGladys. Much missed Cis & Marian

December's Floodlighting3rd December - * In Loving Memory of Our Mum5th December - Happy 13th Birthday my Special Grandson Michael, living inUSA. Special love, Granny xxx6th December - Remembering Judith12th December - * Thank you yoga students for buying my homemade gifts tohelp our church - Sheila13th December - * Barbara and John Gregory Ruby Wedding Anniversary15th December - * Forever in our hearts Peter and Valerie Buxton (Mum andDad) love Ju and Mark17th December - In loving memory of Mum on her birthday & at Christmas.Forever in our thoughts & hearts. Love Cay & Bill.18th December - Remembering Ron Tait with much love, Helen xx20th December - * Clive and Lorna Cooper celebrate 60 years of marriage20th December - * In loving memory of Alan from Gill & family21st December - * Gordon, the brightest star. Also remembering Dad andMick23rd December - * The birthday of my late wife Pamela. From Harold, adaughter Sally & son Roger24th December - Birthday Memories Carl Grant. Love always Sharon, Kyle,Siann and family25th December - Gladdy, Miss you more than words can say. God bless. Lynnand Jim29th December - * Pat and Dave's Wedding Anniversary30th December - * Peter & Chris Grossart's Wedding Anniversary31st December - Loving and fondest memories of Mum and Dad on theirwedding anniversary. (Val Worrall)

January's Floodlighting so far…1st January - * For Jacob Ive on his 3rd birthday with love from GG1st January - In memory of Gladys Montgomery from Alan, Jennifer and all thefamily. God bless her.8th January - * Lit by Bryan & Janet Stuart, to Commemorate our son Jonathan10th January - Clara Aldridge Happy 86th birthday Mum love Bev and family19th January - * Remembering Derek Atack on his birthday from Irene, Alanand Janet22nd January - Thinking of you always Glady. Love and miss you, Lynn andJim22nd January - In memory of Marie and Frank Kirk. God bless you both; Alan,Mary and Family28th January - * Remembering Eric Alsop and Ted and Audrey Flower.Wonderful parents29th January - * Alan & Pauline's Wedding Anniversary

February's Floodlighting so far…9th February - * In loving memory of Bill. Love Iris10th February - * In memory of Mansel Davies13th February - * In memory of Sarah Bodley on her Birthday, from Alf & allthe family14th February - * Lit by Alfred Bodley, in memory of Sarah19th February - * In loving memory of my brother Rowan on his birthday. Missyou loads. Duncan x23rd February - * Happy birthday Zoe. Love, Mum & Dad26th February - * Alan Pittam- Happy 75th Birthday love from all the family.

* = Friends of All Saints - A huge Thank You

Please take note: - These are all the floodlighting requests received beforethe BVN Deadline - 20th January 2013

CHURCH FLOODLIGHTING Continued

JETTY FIELDS.

A great deal has been achieved over the past few weeks! We are planningwork in all areas of Jetty Fields for the benefit of all those who enjoy thiswonderful amenity.We had a highly successful work morning on Saturday, 5th January. Over 16local residents came along to work at tidying the area. A large bonfire helpedin the task and provided warmth for the workers. A BIG THANK YOU to allthose who gave their energy and enthusiasm! There will be another workmorning in the spring- ALL WELCOME! It will be advertised on the JettyField's notice board and in the B.V.N.Three, replacement Lime trees have been planted in the avenue on the field.The wooded area at the top has been tidied up and the low branches cut backto bring in more light. We still expect the arrival of the sheep!The future is bright! The encroaching bramble, thorn and other bushes are tobe cut down all around the edges of the field. A new mowing contract will helpwith access and upkeep in the coming spring and summer.We have had two very generous, but different, offers of help. The allotmentholders are to be offered horse manure - free of charge! A local horse owneris glad to make this available on condition it is collected! Residents of a houseon the Green, whose land backs on to the Pocket Park, have offered to giveus access to a water source under their garden. This means we will not needpower or mains water to feed the water feature that is already in place. Wehope to do this work in the summer.A final note in the form of a request! PLEASE KEEP CLEANING UP AFTERYOUR DOGS AND HELP US TO CONTINUE TO LOOK AFTER OURTREMENDOUS ASSET - JETTY FIELDS._______________________________________________________________________

Village Questionnaire

The Parish Council would like to thank the parishionerswho took part in the pilot.All households will receive the questionnaire this month.Its purpose is to find out how you think Braunston shoulddevelop. The results will help us decide which policieswe should prioritise. We hope everyone will be able toco-operate in filling the form in.

How about trying something new for 2013…Volunteering at Canons Ashby,

Canons Ashby is a hidden treasure in the heart of the Northamptonshirecountryside north of Banbury. Nestled in the hills, the Elizabethan manor houseand medieval priory church, gardens and parkland are almost untouched by themodern world. Visiting Canons Ashby is a thoroughly enjoyable experience witha fascinating house and church, beautiful formal topiary gardens and parkland,and the warmest of welcomes.The National Trust acquired the property from the Dryden family in 1980, and itopened to the public in 1984. Today, the National Trust has lovingly restored thehouse to its Victorian appearance to immerse visitors within the story of SirHenry Dryden, a captivating and curious past owner of Canons Ashby.Without the contributions of our fantastic volunteer team, Canons Ashby wouldsimply not be able to offer the enchanting experience that it does to tens ofthousands of visitors every year. We are always looking to improve thisexperience with new projects and new ideas, and that's why we need you!Something for everyoneOur staff and volunteers make Canons Ashby special, bringing this amazingplace to life so that visitors want to return time and time again. It is not just aboutbeing a history boffin; here are just some of the many ways that volunteers canget involved:Welcome Team membersRoom and garden guidesCoach House assistantsResearch assistantsFamily History researchGardenersCanons Ashby owes much to the continued help and dedication of its volunteers.In return we can offer you a rewarding experience; meeting like minded peopleand making new friends, and a fantastic opportunity to gain new and interestingskills. There are some more tangible benefits too, after a qualifying period ofvoluntary work you will receive your Volunteer Card, giving you free entry to allNT properties and a discount in NT shops and restaurants. We can also contributeto your travel expenses between home and Canons Ashby.Interested? How to find out more…On January 26th and February 23rd you are most welcome to come along toCanons Ashby between 10am and 1pm to meet the team for a chat and a cup oftea.You can also get in touch with us with any queries that you have:Email: [email protected] Phone: 01327 861900Address: Canons Ashby House, Canons Ashby, Daventry, NorthamptonshireNN11 3SD

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All Saints Church Calendar 2013NOW AVAILABLE Price £6

The church calendar for 2013 is now available and can bepurchased from the following locations:" Poppies" Braunston Marina" Gongoozlers Rest" Or at the Church.Copies are limited so please do not delay!

Photo John Lewis LRPSIf you purchase your calendar at the church please give yourmoney to one of the church wardens, or duty side person so thatthe cash can be identified. All proceeds from the calendar isused to support All Saints Braunston

Hair Dressing Salon and much more!We also do full manicures, shape and

polish.Until end of February special offer on

Gelish Nails.Models wanted for trainees at 1/2 normal

chargesCall us on 01788 891211

for an appointment or call in to see us at39 The High Streeet Braunston

Next Meetings:

FEBRUARY - Friday 8th and 22nd

At Braunston Village Hall 7pm - 9pm - £1.0

We could still do with some more helpers. If you areinterested - ring Tina Parsons 07812538193

THE VILLAGE HALL

This information is for all who make regular use of our Village HallWith the refurbishment and general face-lift of our Village Hall, the name of'The Games Room' has been changed.The origin of this name is lost in time. Why 'Games'? It is certainly NOT asports hall, being warm, carpeted and with flexible lighting facilities. A verycomfortable room all together.After much thought and discussion it has been decided to re-name it 'TheGallie Room'When this building was last the Village School Duncan Alistair Gallie was thefinal Headmaster. He was Headmaster from January 1944 until he retired inJuly 1965 as our more mature villagers will remember. He was very wellthought of so this is a good way of preserving his memory. During his retirementhe continued to live in the village until his death in July 1990His daughter Jean now lives in Harrow. She is very happy with the conceptand has happy memories of Braunston. She has supplied a photo which isbeing enlarged and framed. It will be mounted in the Gallie Room togetherwith a suitable memorial plaque.Having been called the Games Room for almost 50 years old habits will diehard but think of the man and honour his memory.Alan Dent

BRAUNSTONSCHOOL ofMOTORING

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Discounts Free Learner Support Pack Motorway Tuition & Pass Plus Refresher & Lapsed Pupils

Phone Martin Scott, DSA A.D.I., I.A.M., F.C.I.B.

Telephone: 01788 890751 07889 709948

Christmas Prize DrawDrawn at the Carol Singing

in the Village Hallon 22nd December 2012

1st Prize (£100) - Mr Mark Neville2nd Prize (£50) - Mrs Mary Wenham3rd Prize (£25) - Mr AH & Mrs T Cleaver

Problem: We can’t trace the Cleavers who bought tiles.Does anyone know them? If so please ask them to contact OwenDavies 01788 890076 or let Owen know their address

A NEW AND EXCITING WAY TO BE A VOLUNTEER!!

Become a Timebank member, share your skills, meet people and get help foryourself!What is a Timebank?It is a way for people to share skills with others and be rewarded for it in time.For every hour of help you give providing a service for another member, youreceive one time credit. You can 'spend' your time credits getting help for yourselffrom another member.As a Timebank member you would not be called upon on a regular basis, but asand when someone in your community needs the type of help you were offering.This makes it easy for everybody to take part in Timebank, whether working orretired, unemployed or studying.How does it work?People who join the Timebank will be asked to list the skills they can offer and thethings that they may need help with. Everyone's contribution is welcomed andeveryone's skills are valued equally - one hour always equals one time creditregardless of the type of skill so, for example someone offering to sweep a pathwill be valued just as much as someone offering to audit accounts. Volunteers atthe office will keep a record of all the skills registered and when a member asksfor help they will be put in contact with the member that can offer that help.Records are also kept of all the help given and received and members will besent details of their Timebank 'account' every few months.When we first tell people about Timebank we sometimes get the comment 'Ihaven't got any skills' but when we start talking to them we find they have done allsorts of things in their lives which could be helpful to others. When you joinTimebank we will help you identify your skills so don't be put off in thinking youhave nothing to offer. We believe everyone in the community can contribute tothe well-being of others.Some of the skills of the people who have joined include: Shopping, HouseSitting, Gardening, Ironing, Using Computers, dog walking, cycle repairs,delivering leaflets, furniture restoration, craftwork, knitting and so many more.How to contact Timebank?The office is based in Daventry, upstairs at the New Street Day Centre, next toTesco. We are open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11am until 1pm but canalso arrange appointments at other times. You can contact us direct on 017414995243 or Email us at [email protected]. You can alsoleave a message at the volunteer centre at the library by calling in or ringing on01327 300614.

If you like the sound of volunteering in your local community in this way and cansee yourself being part of this growing movement please contact us.

200 Club Winners latest results 2012

08.11.12 004 J. Bickerstaff £50 15.11.12 139 H. Hall £10 15.11.12 150 L. Thornton £5 22.11.12 125 S. Dawson £10 22.11.12 064 R. Cluett £5 29.11.12 104 M. Hick £10 29.11.12 160 P. Dunkley £5 06.12.12 190 V. Hall £50 13.12.12 031 D. Rogers £10 13.12.12 190 V. Hall £5 20.12.12 121 P. Ferris £10 20.12.12 201 S. Lawrence £5 27.12.12 015 P. Wenham £10 27.12.12 019 A. Canning £5

CHURCH SERVICES AND EVENTS FEBRUARY 2013

FOR MORE DETAIL OF THESE SERVICES AND EVENTS PLEASE SEE THE CHURCH WEBSITE www.allsaintsbraunston.org.uk

Sunday 3rd 9.15 Holy Communion (Ashby) 11.00 Parish Communion (Braunston) .18.00 Evensong (B)

Monday 4th 14.00 Little Fishers: 19.30 Church Choir Wednesday 6th 12.30pm Peace at Lunch Time followed by lunch:

15.30 Worship on Wednesday in School; 19.45 Braunston PCC meeting – Parish room

Thursday 7th 19.30 Bell Ringers Sunday 10th 8.00 Holy Communion (B): 9.15 Morning

prayer(A) 11.00 Family Service (B) Monday 11th No Little Fishers: 19.30 Church Choir Wednesday 13th 12.30pm Peace at Lunch Time followed by lunch:

7.30 Ash Wednesday Service, Holy Cross Daventry Christianity Explored Course begins (venue TBC)

Thursday 14th 19.30 Bell Ringers Friday 15th 14.00 Rectory. Lent bible study hour Sunday 17th 8.00 Holy Communion(B): 9.15 Holy

Communion(A): 11.00 Parish Communion (B) Monday 18th 14.00 Little Fishers: 19.30 Church Choir Tuesday 22nd 20.00 Friends Meeting in Parish Room Wednesday 20th 12.30pm Peace at Lunch Time followed by lunch:

3.30pm Worship on Wednesday at school 7.30pm Christianity Explored course 2

Thursday 21st 19.30 Bell Ringers Sunday 24th 8am Holy Communion (B) 9.15 Breakfast and

pyjama service (Ashby Village Hall)11.00 Family Communion(B)

Monday 25th 14.00 Little Fishers: 19.30 Church Choir Wednesday 27th 12.30pm Peace at Lunch Time followed by lunch:

Christianity Explored course 3 Thursday 31st 19.30 Bell Ringers

VILLAGE ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS FEBRUARY 2013

Monday 4th Explorer Scouts: Women’s Institute Tuesday 5th Beavers : 13.00 Toddler Group: W.I. Lunch Wednesday 6th Scouts : 19.35 Adult Tap Dancing : 19.00 Yoga: Thursday 7th Cubs : 13.45 Short Mat Bowls : 20.00 Fishing Club

Bingo: Friday 8th 19.00 Braunston Youth Club Monday 11th Explorer Scouts : Friendly Club Tuesday 12th Beavers : 13.00 Toddler Group :Dick Herne History

Society – Village hall: 20.00 Royal British Legion White Horse Welton

Wednesday 13th Scouts : 20.30 Adult Tap Dancing : 19.00 Yoga:

Thursday 14th Cubs : 13.45 Short Mat Bowls : 20.00 Fishing Club Bingo

Monday 18th Explorer Scouts: Tuesday 19th Beavers : 13.00 Toddler Group: 19.30 History

Society ‘Secrets & Scandals of Canons Ashby’ Wednesday 20th Scouts : 20.20 Adult Tap Dancing : 19.00 Yoga:

Royal British Legion Luncheon at George Hotel Kilsby

Thursday 21st Cubs : 13.45 Short Mat Bowls : 20.00 Fishing Club Bingo

Friday 22nd 19.00 Braunston Youth Club Saturday 23rd 10.00 Abigail Campbell Surgery, Village Hall

Library: Braunston Cinema Club – ‘Mrs Henderson Presents’:

Monday 25th Explorer Scouts: 14.30 Friendly Club Tuesday 26th Beavers : 13.00 Toddler Group: Wednesday 27th Scouts : 20.20 Adult Tap Dancing : 19.00 Yoga Thursday 28th Cubs : 13.45 Short Mat Bowls : 20.00 Fishing Club

Bingo

BRAUNSTON PARCELSSince April 2007 a staggering 1194 parcels of 'goodies' have been sent tovarious members of our armed forces serving in Afghanistan. My sincere thanksgo to each and everyone of you who have, and continue to donate to this veryworthy project.It is evident that our efforts are really appreciated ( especially so over theChristmas period ) as I recently received 7 more letters of thanks from ourcurrent recipients thanking us for our parcels, Christmas cards and good wishesto them.Just before Christmas, our efforts reached a much wider audience when I wasinterviewed on BBC Radio Northampton by presenter, John Griff, aboutBraunston's Parcels.In the latest letter from the O.C. of the Royal Dragoon Guards ( who are receivingour parcels ) he said that the rainy and cold season has started, giving ourtroops more challenges to overcome. So, no doubt the receiving of our parcelshelp to boost their morale and resolutions while operating in such circumstances.Thank you all, once again, for your continued support - it is appreciated by somany.Val Worral

The Royal British Legion - Braunston and District Branch.

The final figures for the 2012 Poppy Appeal have now been finalised. Withinthe district a total of £6710 was donated. Of this £2157 was collected in Braunstonand £332 in Ashby.These figures are very slightly down on last year but are still excellent seeingthat last year was a record. Again many thanks to the collectors and to thosefor their generous donations.You are reminded that the Branch has a welfare officer, Sue Dobson. Sue isavailable to help and advise all servicemen, ex-servicemen, their families anddependents on all welfare problems and issues arising during and after theirservice. Anything she is unable to answer on immediately she will research andrespond as soon as possible. Sue should be contacted by telephone on 01788822523.The Christmas Band concert held in conjunction with Daventry Brass was againwell supported and enjoyed by all. Proceeds from the concert were sharedbetween the two organisations, the proceeds from the raffle going to Legionfunds. The February luncheon will be held at the George Hotel, Kilsby, atmidday onwards on Wednesday 20th February. As usual, no need to book -just turn up and order from the menu.The next meeting of the Branch will be at the White Horse, Welton, on Tuesday12th February at 8.00 pm. New and prospective members welcome.Submitted by Tony Saunderson Telephone No, 01788 890797.

THE DICK HERNEBRAUNSTON HISTORY SOCIETY.

The committee has organised a very interesting programme for 2013 - 2014.Members AND Non Members are very welcome to take part in all we do.Membership is £10 for individuals and £12 for couples. Entry to talks for nonmembers is £2 - free to members!Contact Annie Rogers, secretary,(891179) or David Walters, treasurer,(891183)if you would like to join us. They would welcome a chat with you.DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.Tuesday, 19th February. 7.30 p.m. at the village hall. A talk ," The secrets andscandals of Canons Ashby."Tuesday, 19th April. 7.30 p.m.at the village hall. Our A.G.M of the BraunstonHistory Society.Saturday 11th May. 11.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. at the village hall. HISTORYSOCIETY OPEN DAY. An exhibition, "The history of our High Street."Saturday 18th May. (Depart 8.30 a.m. at the village hall.) A day outing to theHook Norton Brewery. The Coach travel, a buffet lunch at a local pub. and theentry fee is £20 per person. There is a guided tour and this is followed by abeer tasting. ONLY 30 places are available and these can only be secured bypaying in full and in advance to our treasurer. (Contact details above.) AGREAT DAY OUT!We are planning other talks and visits in our future programme so that we cancontinue to offer interesting and stimulating opportunities to all those who enjoymany aspects of history. DO COME ALONG AND JOIN US!

Braunston Locks TowpathBraunston Canal Society is well aware of the public concern about the conditionof the towpath on the lock flight. We have been reminding the Canals and RiversTrust about our concerns since earlier last year. To be fair to the trust thesituation has been made worse by the long term wet weather we have experiencedsince last year. I don't think that is a good excuse but there have been manychanges since the demise of British Waterways and the introduction of CRT. Onbalance we believe the changes are for the better, it is just a shame that thetowpath work has been allowed to slip through the net.I have had a meeting on site with Lee King and John Highmore of CRT, Lee isthe person who can move this forward. I think he was shocked at how bad it hadbecome, to add to our problems the heavy rain is washing silt and mud downfrom the bridge outside The Admiral Nelson.CRT are in the middle of their winter maintenance programme and will not beable to spare staff until April or later but I now have a promise that major repairswill be carried out to the section between lock 2 and lock 3 as soon as possible.Braunston Canal Society has offered the use of our volunteers for some of thiswork. Submitted by Chris Burton

All Saints Church Fetewill be on15th. June

If you can make any items for sale on theHandicraft Stall

they would be greatly appreciated,

CALLING ALL CRAFTERS

Cross Lane, Braunston, Nr.Daventry

Northamptonshire NN11 7HH Tel: (01788) 891977

Fax: (01788) 891977

Servicing to all makes of vehicles - either using our own unique service program, or tomanufactures service schedules including those still under warranty.

All diagnostic work under taken - using the latest diagnostic equipment in our fullyequipped workshop.

M.O.T’s arranged - all repairs available on site. Tyres/puncture repairs/wheel balancing - excellent prices on new tyres fitted on site. Wheel alignment Clutches supplied and fitted Exhausts Batteries Opening times Welding Mon - Fri 8.00 to 6.00

Saturday 8.00 to 12.00Fully qualified technicians, professional and friendly service. No job too small.

To book an appointment call :01788 891977

Hope and Homes for ChildrenFunds Raised since last shown in BVN

Money raised from Penny Pots since last shown £194.06

Donations £25.00

Raffle at Braunston Players Concert £100.00

Collection held at Village Hall Carol Singing £96.86

Total raised since 1st. March 2012 £ 1,560.21

WANTEDTeddy Bears

And ToiletriesFor Hope & Homes Fundraising

Thank you all so muchBrenda Hobbs on behalf of

Hope and Homes for ChildrenTel 01788 899086

Notes for your Diary (Events for All Saints Church and

Friends of All Saints)

16th March Lent Lunch

6th April Barn Dance (Friends)

May - Date yet to be confirmed Quiz Night

15th June Church Fete on Village Green

2nd. August Car Treasure Hunt

14th. Sept. Historic Ride & Stride

21st Sept 2013 Proms Concert (following thesuccess of last year's event and many requests- we will be holdinga Proms Concert again this year)

7th. Oct Harvest Supper

Oct. - Date yet to be confirmed Quiz Night

16th Nov Autumn Fair

21st. Dec Christmas Extravaganza(Dunchurch Silver Band)

REEL REVIEWS

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NEW TO DVD - 'SKYFALL'

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I’m just warming up after an afternoon of sledging on Braunston’s snowysouthern slopes, with what seemed like half the village.

There’s no doubt that wintry weather brings some of us closer together. But itcan leave those less mobile, less close to friends or family, much more isolated.If you think of anyone living alone who might need help why not call or dropby? In the meantime, here’s news of some local efforts which aim to bringpeople together.

Happy at Home works to help older, rurally isolated people, access localservices and information, and as a result, feel happier about living in their ownhomes for longer. It’s run by the Daventry Volunteer Centre, who are lookingboth for helpers and participants. Find out more from Nicola Toms on 01327300614 or [email protected].

Braunston Community Car Reverend Sarah and I are delighted that aBraunston resident responded to our notice in the BVN and gifted us a car sothat we can develop a community car scheme, principally to help people get toevents and services in the village and nearby. We hope to get the schemeactive soon and will be able to share more details shortly.

Bank of Braunston… a time bank, to be precise, putting people in touch witheach other to share skills and talents. For every hour you spend helping some-one, you earn one time credit to spend on the skills offered by another mem-ber. Reverend Sarah and I are in the early stages of exploring how it couldwork here. Watch out for more in the next BVN.Social media Last week I went to a conference for Councillors about socialmedia. Some Councillors are holding surgeries by Skype, the web-basedvoice and video calling software. Some of us are using Twitter(@campbellabigail) and Facebook (abigailforbraunstonandwelton) to commu-nicate Council decisions, share news, debate issues, and bring people to-

No man is an island!

Braunston Canal SocietyI had anticipated that Dec. and Jan. would be quiet months with little worthreporting. In the event there have been several unexpected items that have keptus on our toes. We have been discussing Adoption with Canals and Rivers Trustfor some months, seemingly with little effect. Then suddenly in December wereceived an email confirming our adoption of a section of the Grand UnionCanal from Braunston Tunnel Portal up to the Junction at the twin bridges.Unfortunately our plans for a presentation at the Stop House in January. fellvictim to the heaviest snow we have seen for some time so a new date will beplanned for the future. In preparation for this I was interviewed on BBC RadioNorthampton on Wed 16th Jan. It provided a good opportunity to spread theword about our group. We had a successful work party at the top lock on the13th January clearing the aftermath of last year`s tree felling and clearing mudetc from around lock 3 and the bridge. We also now have our own website whichwill hopefully carry details of our current and future plans.www.braunstoncanalsociety.org.ukChris Burton

gether. I’ll be looking into making more of these opportunities over the comingmonths. But of course none of this can replace a face-to-face conversation;here are my forthcoming surgeries:email: [email protected] or call 01788 891782Saturday 26th January 10-11amBraunston Village Hall, Library

Saturday 23rd February 3.30pmWalking surgery - PCSO ThompsonShop, High St, Marina, Green

Wednesday 13th March 3pmWalking surgery - PCSO ThompsonBraunston School, then ShopFinally, I’m keen to try to help our community groups in these hard times. Ifyour group needs fundraising or development advice, please don’t hesitate toget in touch.With best wishes, AbigailDistrict CouncillorBraunston and Welton

The Braunston Show 2013

Snow, frost, ice = wonderful photographsSnow, frost, ice and oranges = time to make

marmaladeSnow, frost, ice and staying indoors = time to start a

handicraftSnow, frost, ice and no digging = time to buy your

seeds

Are you getting ready for theBraunston Show in September?

Braunston Village Garden Associationlook forward to seeing you ALL in September.

For more information contact Kate Mawer 890340

Friendly ClubBraunstonWomen’s Institute

Clubs and Society Events

Braunston Fishing Club

BINGO

Every Thursdaythroughout the year

8.00pm in the Village Hall

Non members welcome

G Donald 891264

TO BOOK THE VILLAGE HALL

CALL -

ALAN DENT

01788 891366or Email

[email protected]

Next Meeting -Monday 4th Febru-ary.

The Speaker is Alison Rocket“ACHOLI BEADS”

Talk, demonstration and handson experience. There will bebeads for sale.

Sounds Interesting? Come andjoin us

Contact :- Barbara 01788 890452

Next Meeting - Monday 11thFebruary

Poetry Reading with Valerie Schofield.

Monday 25th February

Join us for a Beetle Drive

2.30 in the Village Hall

Gill Powell 890763

BRAUNSTON WALKERSEverdon-Farthingstone- Snorscombe (c.9 miles) - Walk Saturday 24/11/2012After a week of heavy rain, wind and floods it was no surprise that the forecastshowed rain starting at ten o'Clock in the morning coincidentally just as ten of usmet up for the drive to Everdon. It hadn't started raining as we left but it wasmisty and murky and cold and we arrived at the Plough pub in the village toorder our lunch before setting out on the walk. The log burner was making thepub really cosy and we were reluctant to leave but since we are a walking groupwe thought it best to make a start. Everdon is a beautiful old village and wewalked the length of the main street and then out of the village towardsFarthingstone. On reaching the woodland at Everdon Stubbs we turned left ontoa footpath alongside the forest and climbed up a damp field. On the map this isshown as a viewpoint and when I did the recce the week before it was a fantasticview but today it was unremittingly grey. Our path skirted the woods, which inearly summer is carpeted by drifts of magnificent bluebells, but is now a soggymess of fallen leaves. The path reached Heath Farm and we followed its drivewayto reach a minor road. In view of the wet conditions and to avoid a mutinousgroup, already disgruntled since neither Terry or Nigel, our usual purveyors ofsweets had been able to join us,we followed the road steeply down hill and thenuphill, equally steeply, to reach Farthingstone on the Macmillan Way. This is a a290 mile long distance path from Boston Lincolnshire to Abbotsbury, Dorsetwhere we had walked back in August. As it was now raining we decided toforego the next 285 miles. I swear it was harder walking uphill without thesweets. The old stone village is a delightful place and just before the church andpub we came across a wrought iron gate which opens to the Joy Mead Cloisters.This park was bequeathed to the villagers in 1922 by the Agnew family inremembrance of their two sons who had died of wounds after the Great Warand of their daughter, Joy Mead, who had died of TB in 1920. It was specificallydesigned by the family who had suffered so many tragic deaths to be a happyplace and it certainly was when we arrived. We left Farthingston on the Maidfordroad and then turned right onto the Knightley Way footpath a more modest 12miler starting in Badby and ending in Greens Norton. Crossing wet meadowland and one particularly soggy ploughed field we got to the woodland at MantlesHeath and reached a road that goes to Preston Capes. We saw an open accesssign over the road which allowed us to cross a valley to reach the footpath downto Snorscombe Mill and just after the old mill a waterlogged path lead off to theleft for the half a mile or so back to Everdon . The Plough was still warm andcosy and we soon settled down to delicious soup, baguettes and Jack SpanielBitter. It is a super little country pub and the food, service and warm welcomeput it near the top of our recommendation list. We had walked nearly 6 miles atthis stage and the rain was still coming as we left the village and joined a fieldpath over the imposing Everdon Hill at 186 metres above sea level and down hill

Walk Saturday 15122012For the last walk of 2012 we stayed close to home and 17 of us, a great turnout, set off for a romp from the village hall and out on the Welton Road. Theweather was cloudy with the sun peeking through and after severe frosts allweek it was now rather damp and squelchy underfoot. We turned left off theroad on a small path that takes you over to the Admiral Nelson. Alice was a bit ofa stick in the mud on the way over near the bridge over the small stream thatruns next to the path. We arrived at the Nelson and followed the road to the lastlock and then along the canal up to the gaping tunnel entrance. We followed thesame route as the countless horses, that were used to tow the canal boats, overthe top of the tunnel past several castle like air vents taking fresh air to thedank, dark, tunnel below. We entered a field up near Middlemore and trudgedin the mud over two fields to reach the welton Road and the lovely footpath thatruns at the back of Bragborough. We were all making far too much noise andsuddenly were treated to the sight of three deer emerging from the woods andrunning hell for leather over the fields. A fantastic sight as was the magnificentbuzzard on a bush along the Barby Road who lazily flew from his perch as wearrived. The walk followed the road left until we regained the Jurassic Way pathtaking us back to the village and a great lunch at The Old Plough. The chipswere amongst the best I have ever had and the pints of Doombar were sublime.We normally meet at 10 o'clock at the village hall on the third Saturday in themonth. Our next walks in 2013 are as follows:19th Jan Nethercote and Flecknoe (c.9miles)16th Feb Staverton and Middlemore (c.9 miles)16th March Churchover (c.10 miles)20th Apr Harlestone Firs (c.10 miles)18th May Braunston! (c.10 miles)15th June Strines Moor (c.11 miles)

to Westcombe Farm where we joinexd the road towards Preston Capes andthen the small road with a very steep uphill bit back to Everdon and home for areviving cuppa! An excellent scenic walk despite the dreary weather.Our next walk is 15/12 Flecknoe (6 miles)

Wool wool wool wool wool woolIf any one has any odd balls of wool please could you give them to Kim in the

shop or deliver them to

33, THE GREEN, BRAUNSTON, DAVENTRY NN11 7HW

In aid of the Warwickshire & Northants Air Ambulance

CLUBS & SOCIETY DETAILS

Club Contact Phone (01788)

Meetings

Angling Club Chris Miller 891938 Air Training Corps Stuart Chadwick 078844

02797 Boys & Girls 13-18yrsEvery Monday & Thursday

Army Cadet Force David A Hurley 890095 Boys & Girls 13-18yrsEvery Tuesday evenin

Bell Ringers Peter Wenham 891935 Thursday Evenings 7.30pm-9pm

Braunston Canal Society Chris Burton 891546 Braunston Cinema Club Sandy Mac Donald 891488 Braunston Players Chris Grossart 890491 Annual Show plus

informal get togethersBraunston Singers Jacqui Lancaster 891018 Alternate Weeks Braunston Walkers Phillip

Ray 891437 891384

Walks of 7-10 miles around the area

Church Choir John Viggars 0247667 9967

Mondays 7.30-9pm

Conservation Group Pat Herlihy 890590 Cricket Club Simon Stapley 890475 Fishing Club G Donald 891264 Bingo every Thursday

evening 8pm village Hall

Friendly Club (for over 60’s)

Gill Powell 890763

Friends of Braunston School

R. Undy [email protected]

07814695160

All Saints’ Kids Club Sunday School

No Kids Club at the moment

Gardens Assn. Chris Grossart 890491 The Dick Herne Braunston History Soc.

Annie Rogers 891179 Meetings 3rd Tuesdayof the Month

Braunston Primary School

Sue Rigby Headteacher

890494

Playing Fields Assn. Linda Hawkins Wendy Wilson Louis Prat

890583 890348 890766

Little Fishers Kathleen Mynett 890908 Under 5’s with parentMondays 2pm All Saints’ Church

Pre-School [email protected]

07950 246130

Mon – Fri am during term time in village ha

CLUBS & SOCIETY DETAILS

Club Contact Phone (01788)

Meetings

Royal British Legion

Colin D White

890390 2nd Tuesday of month At 8pm

2nd Braunston Scouts - Group Scout Leader

Steve Rolt 07956 682733

Explorer Scouts Boys & Girls

John Driver 07798 645581

Every Monday 10 ½ - 14 yrs

Beavers for Boys and Girls

Joan Bishop 01327 878178

Every Tuesday 5 ¾ - 8 yrs

Scouts for Boys & Girls

Stuart Muddiman Via Steve

07956 682733

Every Wednesday 10 ½ - 14 yrs

Cub Scouts for Boys and Girls

David Coleman

07796 336985

Every Thursday 8 – 10 ½ yrs

Explorer Scouts Steve Rolt 07956 682733

14-18yrs Boys & Girls Alternate Mondays

Short Mat Bowls Alan & Mavis Eley

890011 Thursdays 13.45 Village Hall

Adult Tap & Ballet Classes

Julia Beattie 890488 Wednesdays 19.35 – 21.35 Village Hall (Term time only)

Toddler Group Andy Canning

891456 Tuesdays 13.30 Village Hall

Twinning Association

Tony Ward 07724 123363

Social Events & visits to and from Quincy-Voisins

Village Hall Committee

Alan Dent 01788 891366

Village Hall Bookings [email protected]

Women’s Institute

Barbara Bury Sue Goodchild

890452 891806

1st Tuesday at 19.30

WEA Workers Educational Assoc

Jackie Green 890145 Thursday Evenings at school Autumn & Spring Terms

Yoga Group Sheila Beckett

891831 In Village Hall Summer Break restart 5/9/12

Youth Club 9-15years

Tina Parsons 078125 38193

Alternate Fridays in Village Hall

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