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EWSLETTERWilstead

Nincluding Parish Council News

June 2011

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Published by Wilstead Neighbourhood Watch, part of Bedford & District NW Association

You now NEED car insurance even when not driving.You'll be fined if cover lapses.

You've always needed cover to drive, but the newContinuous Insurance Enforcement regime means from20 June, if you’ve an uninsured car, van, motorbike ormotor home, you're breaking the law whether you driveit or not.

You can be fined or have your vehicle destroyed. Even ifyou let cover lapse during holidays or hospital staysyou'll be breaking the law. There's a £100 fine followedby clamping, seizure or it being destroyed, thoughwarning letters come first.

Avoid it with a Sorn. Those with a valid Statutory Off-Road Notice (Sorn, apply at Direct.gov) who keep theirmotor off-road (garage or driveway - not roadside orgrass verges) don't need cover.

Make a note in your diary for say six weeks beforerenewal, so that you have time to find suitable insurance.

The change is rightly to cut uninsured driving byallowing the Government to match databases of cars andinsurance.

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BURGLARY IN A BUILDING OTHER THAN ADWELLING

BURGLARY IN A BUILDING OTHER THAN ADWELLING

THEFT FROM A MOTOR VEHICLE

THEFT FROM A MOTOR VEHICLE

THEFT FROM A MOTOR VEHICLE

BURGLARY IN A DWELLING

BURGLARY IN A DWELLING

CRIMINAL DAMAGE - TO DWELLINGS

OTHER MISCELLANEOUS THEFTS NOT CLASSIFIEDELSEWHERE

OTHER MISCELLANEOUS THEFTS NOT CLASSIFIEDELSEWHERE

Friday 8 April, 04.55 amCotton End Road, Wilstead

Monday 4 April, 9.30 amLuton Road, Wilstead

Friday 8 April, 6.00 pmPeacock Gardens, Wixams

Sunday 15 May, midnightA6 Road, Wilstead

Tuesday 10 May, 4.00pmCherrytree Drive, Briar Bank Wilstead

Sunday 8 May, 11.30amHoward Close, Wilstead

Saturday 14 May, 6.30pmChapel Lane, Wilstead

Thursday 19 May, 01.45 amBluebird Gardens, Wixams

Monday 16 May, 4.00 pmKenneth Way, Wilstead

Saturday 7 May, 11.30 amSilver Birch Avenue, Briar Bank

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APRIL & MAYCrime Figures

One of the most important aspects of building the JubileeCentre was to provide space for a clubroom for youngpeople in the village. We want to encourage youngstersto be spending their leisure time in a way that intereststhem and doesn't cause problems for others.

If you are over 18 and have an hour or two to spare eachweek, you could be instrumental in getting this club offthe ground.

For an informal chat about what this might entail, pleasecontact me.

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1Blood DonationIf it was proposed that only those who have donatedblood or those who are medically prevented from givingblood should receive blood transfusions, would this befair? If not why not?

Only 6% of those who could give blood do so. If you arein the 94%, why?

Even if the thought of giving blood makes you feel bad,be brave, do something amazing and come along to thenext Blood Donation Session in the village. It isn't thatbad and you get a free drink & biscuits.

The next Blood Donating Session is onin the Village Hall. The opening times should be

1.00pm - 3.30pm and 5.00 pm - 7.15pm.

Whilst you can just come along without an appointmentit will probably be a bit quicker if you can make one. Youcan do this by calling 0300 123 23 23 or go to

You may have a small wait if you pick a popular time butgood feelings are worth waiting for.

It will also probably be quicker if you can come along tothe earlier session.

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Wilstead Garden ClubOur May meeting was a Natter Night and plant swap, andwas well attended. Most people were able to take homesome plants they hadn't grown before, and the remainder ofthe plants were donated to a special event being held byWilstead Brownies on 18th June, to jointly raise money forWater Aid and our local Good Neighbour Scheme. Make anote in your diary and keep an eye out at the MethodistChurch on and help raise money forgood causes.

Our next meeting on will be ourmembers' garden visits, and we will be meeting at 7 pm atthe first garden. If you would be interested in joining usplease give me a call and I will give you more details.

Then on we are having a talk from RogerSkipper entitled 'My Garden Through the Year”. Roger hasspoken to us before about Penstemons and we thoroughlyenjoyed ourselves, and anticipate this new talk will be just asinteresting.

We meet at the village hall at 8 pm and the admission is£1.50. Everyone is welcome, there is no annualmembership so just drop in as it suits you and pay as you go.We are a very friendly group, and would love to see you.

Saturday 18th June,

Tuesday 14th June

Tuesday 19th July

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ILLIAMSONA W1Allotment News JuneWater! Water!

The Waiting List

Under Cultivated Plots

Wishes

Car Parking

Flower and Produce Show

ABit of a Whiff in theAir

As I write the dry spell has gone on long enough to attractmedia stories of impending doom for farmers and growers.For once these stories have the ring of truth!

The list has become shorter this month. One applicant haspreferred to wait a little longer due to changingcircumstances and we have helped him with this byreturning him to the bottom of the list. Such a process canbe repeated and could apply to tenants who currently haveplots but find themselves unable to cultivate themsatisfactorily. (Please see below).The coded list is: SD; DQ; SN.

The growing season is now well advanced and we do have anumber of plots which have as yet shown few signs ofcultivation taking place. Genuine difficulties are alwaystaken into account but it should be remembered that wehave people waiting and eager to make a start. Neglectedplots also grow weeds which are likely to spread onto otherplots and cause a deal of annoyance.

We send our best wishes to our members, Spencer Murphyand Keith Newbury as each of them deal with difficultillnesses.

Thanks to the Parish Council we now have a few extraparking spaces adjacent to the notice board. These will bevery useful at busy times. We suggest maximum use can begained if cars are turned round near the burial ground gateand parked slantwise onto the new parking area.

Our recent survey of members produced several volunteersto help the F & P committee on Show day,

As we drove along a Cornish lane (locally known as a mainroad) the sudden appearance of a muck spreader as it turnedout of a farm yard caused some consternation. The stenchwas powerful, producing sounds of complete disgust fromMum and Grandma.

I pretended I didn't mind it at all.

My Little Helper made her contribution from the back seat:“I don't mind it either. It's what we need for the allotmentisn't it Grandad? It's good stuff.”

Saturday 10thSeptember.

John BramallW.A.S. Secretary741042

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Mobile Library TimetableWixams - Children's Playground

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DatesTime 3.10pm - 3.40pm

Dates

Times Black Hat Close 2.40pm - 2.50pmBriar Bank Park 1.50pm - 2.10pmMethodist Church 3.20pm - 3.40pmVicarage Lane Layby 2.15pm - 2.35pm76 Cotton End Road 2.55pm - 3.15pm

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Residents in Wilstead are asked to be vigilant and to review thesecurity of all doors and windows, after a burglary took place inHoward Close, on

The offence took place between 11.30am and 11.00pm. It is notknown how the offender gained entry to the house, but there aresigns of damage to both the front and back doors. Once inside, thehouse was searched and 2 laptops were taken.

If you have any information about this crime or other suspiciousincidents, please call the Police Control Centre on (01234)841212, and quote crime reference, J,H,/,1,9,3,7,6,/2011.

A burglary took place in Chapel Lane. The offence took placebetween 6.30pm on 14th and 1.30pm on Theoffender forced open the front door to the house. The home wassearched and a ladies watch was taken.

If you have any information about this crime or other suspiciousincidents, please call the Police Control Centre on (01234)841212, and quote crime reference, J,H,/,2,0,3,6,3,/2011.

An attempted burglary took place at a garage in Morgans Close.The offence took place between

A padlock was cut, but a second lock remained,preventing the offender from gaining entry. No property has beentaken.

If you have any information about this crime or other suspiciousincidents, please call the Police Control Centre on (01234)841212, and quote crime reference, J,H,/,1,9,3,9,4,/2011.

A car theft took place in Cherry Tree Drive in Wilstead onbetween 4.00 and 4.20pm.

The vehicle was a blue, 08 registered, DAF. The driver had left thevehicle unlocked whilst making a delivery. A bag was been takenfrom the passenger footwell.

If you have any information about this crime or other suspiciousincidents, please call the Police Control Centre on (01234)841212, and quote crime reference, J,H,/,1,9,6,4,5,/2011.

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Elstow 1 XI enjoyed their first win of the season atMilton Keynes; a two wicket victory here provided thewelcome antidote to their first match reverse at MiltonKeynes City. Back in dramatic fashion after a two yearabsence is veteran seamer Tony Harper, the talismanicspearhead of the Elstow attack started back in impressivestyle taking 30-4 as the home side were bowled out for128 inside 30 overs. Skipper Matt Stevens finishedunbeaten on 31 as Elstow suffered a middle-ordercollapse in chasing down the required runs for victory.The promotion of the younger members from the 2 XIworked well with Rani Thiarra matching his captain forruns while cousin Hani and Rob Tebbutt weighed in withsome key wickets.

Elstow 2 XI started well enough against WolvertonTown with a six wicket home win. Phil 'Bear' Southwelltook 4-15 as, despite a flying start; the visitors werepegged back from 90-2 to 156 all out. Despite injuryconcerns coming into the match, the big man bowledwith customary vigour and was ably supported by NickLewis who mopped up the tail with 3-13. Another blastfrom the past Pete Burraway has rejoined the club wherehe started his lengthy career and his innings was ahighlight in the Elstow reply. Sadly this good work wasall undone a week later in a wretched reverse against

Olney Town. This match saw the debuts of KaneHamilton-Boyle and Luke Griffin as they combine 2XI, Development XI and Under 16 team duties in whatpromises to be a busy summer for these two talented all-rounders.

The Under 14s team started their season with animpressive win in a friendly at Blunham, DavidWhitfield held his nerve to deliver victory in the finalover. Meanwhile the Under 16s missed out against astrong Ickwell side, an evening at the picturesquesurroundings of one of Bedfordshire's signature groundslittle in the way of consolation for Phil Johnson'sprotégées. The Under 12s and 10s matches will be heldon Sunday mornings while the U14s play their matcheson Tuesday evenings, the U16s on Thursdays. Trainingfor junior teams takes place on Thursday evenings from17.30 at The Warren.

4/6: Biddenham (h), 11/6: North Crawley(a), 18/6: Olney Town (h)

11/6: Stony Stratford (h), 18/6: OlneyTown (a)

5/6: Ickwell (h), 12/6: Potton Town (a),19/6: Blunham (h)

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WILSHAMSTEAD PARISH COUNCIL NEWS

Jubilee Centre Opening

Parish Council VacanciesInformation

Speeding Update

The Bedford High Sheriff will be at the grandopening of the facility which will be held shortly.Everyone is welcome to come and look round andsee the Centre inside and what it can offer, as wellas learn more about the future plans for a multi-usegames area. The facility is available for hiring forfunctions, events and meetings and is verycompetitively priced. If you would like to find outmore in the meantime then please contact theClerk, Lizzie on 743152.

Following the recent election there are currentlytwo vacancies on the Parish Council. If you areinterested in joining the Council then pleasecontact the Clerk for an informal chat to find outmore.

The Speedwatch group continues to be active inthe village with the Speed Indicator Device and the

following data has been recorded:

(Cotton End Rd near ChapelLane) 3.15 pm to 4.45 pm 36mph-39mph inclusive= 5 vehicles, 40mph-49mph inclusive = 2 vehicles

(Luton Rd) 3.15 pm to 4.45 pm36mph-39mph inclusive = 6 vehicles, 40mph-49mph inclusive = 5 vehicles

(Cotton End Rd nearWhitworth Way) 08.30 am to 09.45 am 36mph-39mph inclusive = 2 vehicles, 40mph-49mphinclusive = 0 vehicles

(Luton Road) 11.30 am to 12.45pm 36mph-39mph inclusive = 10 vehicles, 40mph-49mph inclusive = 4 vehicles

(Cotton End Rd) 3.35 pm to 4.45pm 36mph-39mph inclusive = 3 vehicles, 40mph-49mph inclusive 1 vehicle

The Police have fed back that the results havebeen very helpful, and the data is passed on toTraffic Management who have decided to conducttheir own speed checks in the village recently as aresult of the data supplied by Speedwatch. If youfeel you could provide some time to help with thisvery useful and productive scheme then pleasecontact the Parish Clerk.

Monday 4th April

Tuesday 5th April

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The May WI meeting was held in the MethodistChurch Hall owing to the Village Hall being used forthe elections.

We discussed the resolutions that go forward to theNFWI AGM in June. The main item was votingagainst the proposal for Mega Farms which areplanned for Lincolnshire.

We are looking forward to a second visit from EdithGarea in July. Last year she demonstrated and talkedabout Chinese cooking very amusingly. She left uswith some recipes and she had put together andincluded sachets of the herbs and spices she used.They can be obtained in supermarkets.

We will be back in the Village Hallat 7.30pm and look forward to seeing you.

Visitors welcome.

Thursday 7th July

Gwynneth Gale,Tel. 740972

Parish Plan Feedback - What DidYou Say?

Contacting the Parish Council

Following the completion of over 600questionnaires by residents, this information hasnow been processed and the results will bedisplayed in the Village Hall late July / August.The actual date will be advertised once all thearrangements are settled.

The best way to contact the Council is still onor by visiting the Parish Office at

the Village Hall on a Tuesday morning (8am to12noon), or Thursday afternoon (12noon 4pm),or via email:

The Parish Council next meets on Monday 13thJune at 7.30pm in the Village Hall, members ofthe public are always welcome to attend.

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“Community Speed Watch”

“Community Involvement in EmergencyResponse”

“Community Emergency Plan”

Sgt SharonBuckingham, Beds Police said that speeding was aproblem in the whole of Beds. Currently differentgroups and councils were buying or operating variousspeed indicating devices (SIDs). It was intended togive Speed Watch a more formalised approach both tocontrol and operations thus ensuring effective use. Tocover all aspects of operating SID there would bestandardised training for volunteers, who woulddecide when to set up SID. Data collected wouldprovide information for Traffic Management to follow-up with appropriate action. Training should becompleted to enable the new approach to be up andrunning by July.

Chris Bilby, Head of Corporate Safetyand Resilience, Beds Borough Council and TomBennett, Snr Resilience Officer, Beds BoroughCouncil gave a detailed and informative presentationwhich resulted in a good understanding of emergencyplanning (EP) and how to make local communitiesmore resilient. They explained the need for EP,illustrating possible hazards in Beds; showed whatwas done as a local authority before, during and aftermajor incidents and how they worked with otherresponders. The emergency planning process wasoutlined. This covered the prevention of emergencieswhen possible but when they did occur, good planningshould reduce, control and mitigate the effects of theemergency. Levels of command and control werecovered as was the multi-agency response to majorincidents and how relevant agencies, including thehighly trained voluntary sector, were involved.

BLLRF is promotinga n i n i t i a t i v e ' W h a t w o u l d y o u d o i f ? '

The campaignaims to help people protect themselves and theirproperties. This aim links strongly with NHW wherepeople come together to make communities safer.The CEP provides an opportunity to document andplan for dealing with an emergency preparing:

a local risk assessmentidentifying local resourcesplaces of safetyemergency contact lists anddetails of organisations that could help in the firststages of an emergency.

Such issues as alternative arrangements for staying incontact, if usual communications were disrupted, needto be considered.

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Red Lion Summer Charity PartySat 2nd and Sun 3rd July

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NHW could play a vital part and it was recommendedthat plans were drawn up as soon as possible byliaising with Parish Councils.

There was an update on Road shows 2011, NHWweek and plans for the Beds NHWConference in October.

Date of next meeting is(includesAGM).

18 - 26 June

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Editor's Note: A copy of the C.E.P. Tool kit has beenpassed to Wilstead Parish Council in order to make acomparison with the existing Parish Emergency Plan,which is lodged with the Borough Council.

Wilstead Lower School

12pm - 3pm

Summer FeteSaturday 25th June

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Wilstead Bowls ClubThe Club has had a fine start to the Summer season in twoways, weather-wise which makes a nice change andseveral of our teams have got through a few rounds of thefirst County Competitions.

The Ladies won their first round of the CountyCompetition called ‘Top Club’. This is where the Clubhas to provide ten members to play in a Singles, Pairs,Triples and Rinks (4 players) matches. If the games aredrawn at the end of play, then the number of shotsdifference decides the overall winner. Their nextopponents are Luton Co-op and unfortunately Wilsteadhas been drawn ‘away’, so Luton Co-op has got the homeadvantage, but everyone will try their best and hope towin.

The Open Day went very well and it was great to seesome new faces. We hope they will become memberswhen they will be able to join in all the social events aswell as try a new sport. Everyone is made very welcome.

Press SecretaryWBC

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First Report

Elections

Cabinet

CouncilAGM

UpcomingActivity

This is my first report as your new BoroughCouncillor. The Newsletter Editor has very kindlyasked me to continue the tradition of a monthly reportand I am delighted to have the opportunity to do so. Iwould first of all like to thank the people of the wardand say what an honour it is to be elected as therepresentative for Wilstead and Wixams and that I amavailable to all residents, should you wish to contactme.

The Borough Council elections held on 5th Mayresulted in an evenly split council with 12 Councillorseach for the Conservative, Labour and LiberalDemocrat parties, with the remaining 4 seats (from atotal of 40) being held by Independent Councillors.Those elected will serve for 4 years until May 2015.All new Councillors have to sign a document to acceptthe office of Councillor and agree to abide by theCouncil's 'Code of Conduct'.

With no single party having a majority on the Council,the Mayor of Bedford has appointed a new 10 memberCabinet which consists of Councillors from all 3political parties and an independent.

Wednesday 18th May was effectively the 'first day ofterm' for the new Borough Council elected on 5th May,with the Annual General Meeting. The first task wasto elect a new Speaker and Deputy Speaker for the nextmunicipal year.

After that the main purpose of the meeting was toappoint Councillors to sit on each of the Committeesresponsible for Council business, as well as a numberof outside bodies such as the Bedfordshire PoliceAuthority and Fire Authority. For the year 2011/12, Ihave been allocated places on the Adult Services andHealth Scrutiny Committee, Pension Fund Committeeand Wixams Joint Development Control Committee.

In addition to ward business and Committee meetings,on Sunday 22nd May I will be attending a

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homecoming parade in Bedford Town Centre for RAFPolice personnel who have returned from serving onoperations around the world, many of them inAfghanistan. The Mayor of Bedford and HM LordLieutenant of Bedfordshire will be in attendance.

Should residents wish to contact me, they can write tome at Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford MK429AP or via the phone or email details below. In thenear future I plan to publish dates forAdvice Surgeries,where residents can attend to discuss an issue inperson.

Finally, on behalf of the residents of Wilshamsteadward, I would like to thank my predecessor, BarryHuckle, for his 9 years service as the BoroughCouncillor for Wilshamstead. Barry continues to sit asa member of the local Parish Council and I lookforward to working with him for the good of the ward.

Contact

Thanks to Barry Huckle

Graeme CoombesTel. 07815 302 318E-mail: wilshamstead.ward@yahoo.co.uk

Reader's LetterLitter Loser

Every morning I go and get a newspaper from the PostOffice. Another Wilstead resident also visits the PostOffice, most every day, to purchase a lotteryscratchcard.

Here the similarities end. I read my paper, attempt thecrossword and then, when I've finished with it, put it inour recycling bin. The other resident, scratches hiscard, reads it, determines he's a loser and then tears thecard into 4 regular pieces and throws them away, allalong Cotton End Road day after day!

Spend your money on what you like I say! But whenyou habitually chuck your rubbish away in the village Ilive in, well, then I've a right (no responsibility) to drawattention to you.

Whoever you are, you unthinking litterbug, there's noneed to demonstrate to me or any other Wilsteadresident, how much of a loser you actually are. Take ithome!

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It's been another busy time at Pre-school. Thanks to allthose who bought raffle tickets for the Easter Raffle when£217 was raised. The Easter Egghunt so far has raised amassive £557.50. Aspecial 'Thank you' to Mea Contessawho raised £250! Thank you to all those who sponsoredthe children.

Bags to Schools raised £144.50. 51 bags were collectedwhich is again a brilliant amount. We will be doing thisagain on 24 November. The Tesco's and Sainsbury'svouchers collected raised approximately £500.

All these are fantastic amounts and the Pre-school reallydo appreciate our fabulous parents who give so much.With the money raised we will be buying new trikes,bikes and scooters, a digital photo frame, so parents canview the 'photos taken by the children at Pre-school. I'msure the results of that will be interesting! Newequipment for the Before and After School Club andHoliday Club and new prams for the home corner willalso be bought. Please feel free to suggest any items yourchild may like to play with whilst at Pre-school.

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Chris and Alison have invited us backagain this year. This is a fantastic charity weekend withBBQ and live bands. The Pre-school will be there onSaturday from 12 noon 'til 6.00pm with the BouncyC a s t l e , F a c e P a i n t i n g , Te d d y To m b o l a ,Choc/SweetTombola, Milk the Cow competition and lotsmore stalls and games. We will have a toddler section soall the family can enjoy the day and listen to great livebands.

The charity this year is SSAFA, the Soldiers, Sailors,Airmen and Families Association. This charity is basedin Bedfordshire and is committed to helping andsupporting those who serve in the Armed Forces, ex-service men and their families. It's an opportunity forWilstead to come and support our wonderful ArmedForces. Entrance is by donation, please give generously!The live bands have been confirmed, look out for details.

On Pre-school are holding asponsored walk and Open Day at the Pre-school. This isan opportunity for new parents and children to come andget to know the Pre-school, talk to the staff andcommittee and for existing parents and children to comeand have a fun afternoon. The Sponsored walk will takeplace at 11.00am. It's a short, buggy friendly walkthrough the woods then back to Pre-school for some fun.There will be Bouncy Castle, BBQ, Face Painting and allthe pre-school toys and the gardens to explore. It will belovely to see everyone there.

Finally, huge congratulations to Beccy who ran theLondon Marathon in under 6 hours! She raised over£2000 for charity. Well Done Beccy

Reader's LetterThank You Good Neighbours

I must thank the 'Wilstead Good Neighbours' mostsincerely for their prompt response to my 'phone call onMay 16th.

I had received an urgent call from the Health Centre topack an overnight bag and get to Bedford Hospital assoon as possible and report to the Acute Assessment Unit.My wife does not drive so the question was 'Do we waitfor a bus, (no idea of timetables), or call a taxi? Luckily,the Good Neighbour Scheme came to mind and withinfive minutes a Good Neighbour was at our door. She gotus to the Hospital immediately and instructed my wife toring again for a lift home. I'm very appreciative of thiswonderful scheme.

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Meeting

Working Parties

A6 Crossing Signs

Walk Leaflets

Walks

The group's May meeting discussed the state of the footpathsand bridleways around the village and identified areas forvegetation clearance and repair work. There were furtherdiscussions on A6 crossing signs (see below), the Borough'sSeasonal Vegetation Cut and the Footpaths in Wilstead leaflet.

The next meeting is on in the small hall inthe Village Hall starting at 10.00am. Come along and see whatthe group do. You will be most welcome.

Mowing and brushcutting sessions are being undertaken 2 or 3times a month so if you know of any footpath (n.b. notpavement) that is overgrown or needs mowing please contactthe group.

The next working party is planned for . Itis hoped to install footpath furniture such as way mark posts orkissing gates as well as doing some vegetation clearancenearby. Please contact the number below if you are interestedin helping.

If you have walked to Houghton Conquest using the footpathwhich runs from Wilstead Church to the windmill in HoughtonConquest, you will know that it crosses the A6 behind the newdevelopment off Luton Road. The group has requested thatthe Borough put up 'Pedestrians Crossing' warning signssimilar to those on the new Bedford bypass near Kempston. Ifyou think this would improve safety on this busy stretch ofroad please contactexpressing support for this request

The free re vamped Wilstead Circular Walk 1 leaflets are nowavailable in the Post Office, Woolpack & Red Lion. Apologiesif you find the leaflet holder empty people keep takingcopies!). We will try and keep them filled up.

Discussions are still ongoing with the Borough regarding there-printing of the Footpaths in Wilstead. Hopefully theseleaflets, which show all the footpaths and bridleways in theparish, will be available in a few months time

The early May walk was around Haynes and provided greatviews over to Chicksands Wood and from the top of the ridge,over Bedford to the hills beyond. The route went along the twonew permissive paths which now allow you to walk off roadfrom Wilstead to the Greyhound pub in Haynes.

The late May walk was around Woburn so hopefully theweather was kind and the group survived the wild animals inthe park. The next walk, probably around Dunton, will be on

. Meet in Whitworth Way Car Park at6.30pm.

Keep an eye on the village notice boards for details

Saturday July 23

Saturday June 11th

Friday June 17

Nigel Jacobs, P3 contact, 01234 400733

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Due to Bank Holidays the next co-ordinators’ meeting will beheld on Mon 27th June at 149A Cotton End Road at 7.30pm

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The next newsletter will be published on Fri 1st July

Newsletter

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Village Hall NewsThe AGM of the Village Hall was held on Thursday 19th May,when the Chairperson thanked the Committee for all their hardwork during the previous year, and also thanked George Drewthe Caretaker, and Gail Noble, who held the post in the earlypart of the year, for their hard work and dedication tomaintaining the hall as an asset to the community.

Unfortunately there was a very poor attendance at the meetingwhich was very disappointing, with only one other member ofthe village attending who wasn't actually previously on thecommittee.

The following officers and committee members were elected:

Nigel Jacobs is a co-opted member to advise on mattersconcerning the licensing of the Village Hall, to be called tomeetings when required. The user groups represented on thecommittee will be elected by their respective groups.

If anyone would like any further information about the runningof the Village Hall, please contact theon

Dave Fosbrook ChairpersonBrenda Booth TreasurerJackie Lloyd SecretaryJohn Bromley Committee MemberAngela Fosbrook Committee MemberMark Haines Committee MemberDave Moses Committee MemberBarbara Seamark Committee MemberRoisin Whittle Committee Member & Booking

Secretary

Secretary, Jackie Lloyd01234 742757.

All Saints Church Wilstead

Saturday 9th JulySummer Fete

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Lots of Stalls, CompetitionsRaffle, Light Lunch

Strawberry Teas, Brownies Sing-a-longDisplays in Church by Garden Club and more...

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External WorkFascia Soffit & GutteringGarage Doors (Remote Control)PatiosFencingBlock PavingDecking

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This newsletter is published by Wilstead Neighbourhood Watch,part of Bedford & District NW Association, in close co-operationwith Bedfordshire Police.

Jubilee Leisure CentreThe Jubilee Centre is now up and running and hosted a verysuccessful event for the Bedfordshire Mini Soccer League lastmonth. We are now organising our Grand Opening which willbe performed by the High Sheriff of Bedfordshire and will takeplace at 11am on

This is a landmark day for the village after more than four yearsof hard work by the Parish Council's Working Group and issomething that they are pleased to have achieved for thecommunity.

The Jubilee Centre Management Committee invites everyonein the village to this event, which will also showcase our plansfor the future. Light refreshments will be served.

Saturday 2nd July.

Jane Wren, Jubilee Centre Management Committee

Good Neighbours Fund-RaiserThe Good Neighbours committee is joining with the Browniesto host a cream tea on the afternoon of inthe Methodist Hall between 2 and 4.30pm. There will be creamteas, cake and soft drinks as well as various stalls (including aplant stall) and a tombola. Please join us to raise funds forcharity.

Saturday 18th June

Jane Wren, Chair, Good Neighbours Committee