telstar november 2013

C O M M U N I C A T I N G

I N S T O W U P L A N D

In ThIs Issue

To dig, or not to digAlloTmenT lIfe 5

An autumn walkCounTrysIde rAmbler 25

Mountain Rescue Team raise £235.00Three PeAk ChAllenge 33

Reports from Parish Council Churches Village Clubs

Diary Dates

S U F F O L KNewsletter of the Year

The Three Peak

Challenge

N o v e m b e r 2 0 1 3No 260

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Chairman’s Remarks Keith Welham, Stowupland Parish Council

I took part in the three peaks challenge along with 40 other people on a warm and sunny Sunday and most of the participants were successful in scaling all

three peaks. I was with Harrison Kemp when he reached Gippimanjaro in his wheelchair and raised the Union Jack at the top of the peak.

The Walker Cup challenge was less of a success for Stowupland. We only had 12 walkers setting out from The Retreat. Old Newton had 24 but a suggestion that a number of them had been drafted in from a rambling club is being investigated. I think that we have to accept that we lost and must do better next year.

I have spent a lot of time trying to ensure that we retain a bus service to the village. It seems likely that Galloways will provide a shuttle service which will link with buses to Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds. The buses will be accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs and smaller than the buses used by First Group.

Planning improvements to The PlayPark has become a bit more urgent following the demise of one of our larger items of equipment. It had become unstable and had been fenced off but is believed to have been pushed over during a school lunch hour. Fortunately no-one was hurt. I have been hoping that a few parents might get together to help plan a new layout with new equipment but so far no-one has come forward. The Parish Council is probably not the best collection of people to select what should be provided so, if two or three parents could offer some assistance, their help will be greatly appreciated.

I have attended a meeting to discuss the Development Brief for the development off Mill Lane. The development will take access from the Tesco roundabout and stretch across to Clamp Farm, and extend from A14 down to the railway line. This is a huge site and will include a massive distribution centre which the developer hopes will operate 24 hours a day for 7 days a week; offices; small business units; a football pitch and be fed from a new road linking Tesco roundabout with the road leading to Creeting St Mary. The main concern for residents of Stowupland is the likely increase in traffic along A1120. There will be an opportunity to make comments during the consultation period which will run from 6th to 31st January. The proposals can be viewed on the MSDC website and at their offices in Needham Market – or I can let you have a look at the relevant documents if you get in touch with me.

Traffic on A1120 is already a concern, even without the Mill Lane development or expansion of our village schools. To assist in making representations to the relevant authorities, a number of volunteers carried out a traffic survey at school start and finish times on 15th October. It is clear that there are already issues of safety at these times and little scope for any more traffic at the Village Hall, turning in and out of the High School access road, or cars parked along Thorney Green.

I am always pleased to hear from residents who have concerns which can

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be dealt with by the Parish Council. I would welcome comments about the new 387 service which Galloways will be operating. Don’t forget that the council meets on the second Thursday of every month. All meetings are open to any resident to attend. Please come along.

Community EventsWe have two events in November. Bingo in the Village Hall on Friday,

8th November. Doors will open at 7.00pm for a prompt start at 7.30pm. Then on Saturday, 30th November, starting at 8.00pm, we will be holding another Casino Night in the Village Hall. Our casino night in April was a huge success and tickets are likely to sell out this time. For more information and to purchase tickets to ensure entry, please contact Adam Bennett – 07841 161 010.

I am pleased to say that I have heard from a number of people who have volunteered to help with the planning for Music Day on The Green. We still need two or three more people to help with a range of activities. None of these tasks will take up more than a few hours each month but all are essential to make the Music Day a success. Please help if you can.

We have a full programme of events for next year, including bingo on the last Friday of January and February. Planning for a family event on 15th February is in progress; I hope to give full details in the next edition of Telstar.

Parish Council Bits and Pieces Rachel Godbold, Parish Clerk

Planning ApplicationsApplication No.: 2554/13 Location: Unit 3a Mill StreetDetails: Change of use from agricultural cleaning and contractors depot including the maintenance, repair and servicing of company vehicles, to retail plumbing merchant, bathroom and kitchen showroom with associated storage Parish Council decision: Support.

Application No.: 2804/13 Location: 2 Saxham StreetDetails: Erection of single storey rear extension Parish Council decision: Support.

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Allotment Life David Andrew

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The manure has been carted to all four comers and evenly distributed awaiting the answer to the age-old

question – should we dig or rotavate? For an allotment of decent size and shape, the spade can quite easily remain in the shed and you could become the proud owner of a rotavator. There is, however, one dilemma to resolve. Is it green to do so? Probably not in the strictest sense but

half a can of petrol would be a good swap for hours of digging and many months of back pain together with several visits to the osteopath.

The basic principle of rotavating is very simple, just go up and down and then across and, if you are enjoying it, up and down again and the manure will soon be turned in. By this method of cultivation you are aerating the soil, breaking it up and exposing all those weeds that seem to appear on a regular basis. Ideally, of course, a dry spell is required after each session in order that the weeds will wither and pass away. Don’t despair, however, if it rains and the weeds start to grow again – just sing any well known cultivating song and do it all again (after all, it only takes a few minutes and the weeds will soon get the message!)

Digging, however, is a completely different proposition and is considered by many to be man’s work. It requires strength, stamina, is rather mundane and boring and does not require much strain on the mental processes – just the type of activity that the male of the species was put on this earth to do! The technique is very simple – you just start at one end by turning over the soil in an orderly and effective manner and continue until you have got to the other end. Simple – or is it, and why are more and more women getting in on the act? Perhaps they realise the benefits. After all, an allotment costs far less than gym membership and that it is rather better to be in the open air than some hot and stuffy room where you pedal furiously on a bicycle but never get anywhere!

An essential part of digging is the spade and it is vital to have a decent one that is up to the job. Allotment people do not do cheap, bright, shiny, smart with lovely smooth wooden handles that have just come direct from the DIY store as you can be sure that, within a couple of hours, it will be abandoned with a broken handle. We do have such an example on one of our plots! Consider going to a car boot and asking the seller if you can test one before buying – I would suggest agreement is reached before subjecting the spade to a rigorous testing programme as returning a reject would cause embarrassment all round.

Finally, the seed catalogues are in and many will have been distributed. Please contact me if you would like one - further details are on the allotment notice board. Also, there is a possibility of obtaining seed potatoes at a substantial discount but I need to know if there is sufficient interest to warrant placing an order.

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Christmas shopping trip to NorwichSaturday, 7th December 2013 Leaving the village at 9.00am, departing the city at 4.00pm. Coach fare – max. £9.00Seats still available, final numbers by 6th November, please.

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Culture and Cole PorterSaturday, 1st February 2014. Visit the Sainsbury Centre at the Norwich UEA for the once-in-a-lifetime exhibition of ‘Masterpieces. Art and East Anglia’ admission £8.00 and £6.00, then off for lunch in the city. Then to the Theatre Royal at 2.30pm for Cole Porter’s musical ‘Anything Goes’ – seats at rear circle £12.50. Coach Max. £10.00. If interested,please let me know as soon as possible as the theatre must be confirmed by early November.


Norwich Theatre Royal 2014Saturday, 22nd March 2014Robin Cousins ice skating show ‘ICE’ – tickets £21.70 or less, depending on numbers. Spend the morning in the city, having departed the village at 9.00am, theatre at 2.30pm, and then home. Please let me know as soon as possible if you wish to go, as the numbers have to be confirmed by late November.


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Parish Council Report Sandy Smith

OctOber Meeting

Matters of report from the previous meeting: On inspection of the misalignment of the gravestones

in the cemetery it was reported that only one of the gravestones will need to be moved very slightly. As the Fire Brigade failed to turn up to replenish the water levels in the

pond on The Green, measures have been taken to rescue some of the fish as the pond is unlikely to be able to sustain fish in the future. The Police have agreed to keep an eye on the parking in the Columbyne Close area to ensure that there is no dangerous parking.

Matters raised by the public present at the meeting included concerns about the drivers of First Buses who are not always following the full route to the Stow Health Centre. A resident was left stranded in Stowmarket when a bus broke down and ran out of time to complete its route to Stowupland. There were also concerns raised about the width of the proposed Safety to School footpath across The Green, feeling that it may encourage motorbikes and even cars to use it. The members of the Parish Council were also invited to attend the Remembrance Day Service at the parish church on 10th November.

The Police reported that there had been four crimes during the last month including two incidents of criminal damage and two of theft. Speeding checks have also been made. The PCSO will be attending assemblies at schools in the area to promote the message of safety during the Hallowe’en and Bonfire night celebrations.

The Allotments Working Group reported that an alternative plot has been offered to an allotment holder who had roots from an ash tree growing into his plot as they felt that it would not be prudent to tamper with a healthy tree whilst there is such a risk of disease to ash trees. It was agreed not to amend allotment rules to allow plot holders to erect a poly-tunnel on the allotments. The tree survey around the allotment has been completed and can be viewed on the internet. Most of the annual payments for allotments have been received by the Parish Clerk. Footpath 25 close to the allotments has been ploughed up and drilled and some of the trees bordering it have been damaged, possibly by agricultural equipment. A further tenant has agreed to clear up his area as soon as he is able to. The Finance and Policy Committee agreed to increase allotment fees by 20% over the next 4 years, commencing from October 2014, due to the increased cost of the rental of the land to the Parish Council. They had also proposed an increase in burial costs but, following a discussion as to how these increases should be made, it was agreed to refer the various suggestions back to the Finance and Policy committee.

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The Community Events group advised that there were still tickets available for the Barn Dance on 19th October, the Bingo on 8th November and the Casino night on 30th November. The Transport, Traffic and Safety committee’s next meeting will be held on the 6th November and they are still awaiting contact from Onehouse regarding Speedwatch. The group will be carrying out a survey of traffic movements around the schools and its likely impact on the village as the size of the schools increase. The 30mph repeater post has still not been re-erected by the fish shop and SCC will be pursued to carry out this work. They have also been informed about the speed sign that has been pushed over by Stowupland Hall.

It was agreed that a tree surgeon should be awarded the task of carrying out the necessary works on a maple tree and hedge to the rear of the Churchyard. Stowupland lost the Walker Cup against Old Newton by a margin of 24 to 12. £265 was raised for Harrison Kemp by the 3 Peaks Challenge where 41 people took part, most of whom were from outside the village. The survey of trees around The Green has been commenced by a volunteer who has quite a bit of experience of tree surveys and she is expected to complete the task before too long. As the grass that was planted outside Willow Wood is growing well, the protective fencing is to be removed and some reflective posts erected to ensure cars do not run over this area. Work will be carried out over the winter period on the village sign which will be removed for the duration. The Emergency Planning Group have received some software for carrying out a mapping survey and they will also be looking into the winter gritting. Councillor Voden has once again been re-elected as Chairman of the Mid Suffolk SALC group.

Councillors reported that the Freeman School have invited parents to a meeting about the new two tier education system and the Chairman has been invited to a meeting about the closure of the Freeman Nursery and he will report back at the next meeting. Residents have also been caught by some overhanging brambles along the footpath by the Butchers and the owner of the hedge will be asked to cut these back. The Parish Council have been advised that First Buses will terminate service 88 on 16th November and that Galloways will take over the service as from 18th November. The buses will leave Bury Street at 25mins to the hour which is 6 minutes earlier that First buses and they will leave the Retreat at 15 minutes to the hour Monday to Friday and there will be a similar service on a Saturday. There are a number of different services that will run after 16.35 which the Council felt needed to be made clearer as these would particularly affect those people who work in Stowmarket until 5.30pm.

Following a play park inspection report it was recommended that one piece of equipment should be taken out of service. Although it had been cordoned off, someone had pushed it over before anything could be done to repair it. It has been completely removed.

District Councillor Caroline Byles reported that she had attended a meeting regarding finances at MSDC. She advised that although the DC

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collects the council tax they keep very little of it and the overall financial situation is extremely serious with government cutting their contribution by 47% over the next 3 years – from £2.9 million this year to £1.5 million in 2015. Ideas are being looked at to see how costs and services can be cut still further to reflect this loss in income. She also reported the successful prosecution for botulism of the 2 Sisters Group at Haughley. MSDC are investing 4% of loans obtained from banks by small businesses in order to encourage them to provide increased business and employment in the area. She advised that the Mill Lane Development consultation is being labelled as a distribution centre. Fred Hillyer of the Cedars Residents Association was also present at the meeting and he advised that it was important that objections are made to ensure that this distribution centre will not operate 24 hours a day due to the resultant noise and traffic movements that would accompany this kind of operation. 9am-5pm working would be far more acceptable. The Cedars Park group submitted 1500 residents’ letters of objection to the previous proposals. Although there has been no confirmation, it is believed that this development will be set up as a feeder site for Felixstowe Docks who work 24 hours a day. There are also concerns about the lay-out of the road feeding off the A14 as it looks as if it will be a blind junction. The different phases to this development may well spread further than first thought. Some separate plans are being formulated to develop the land between the Tesco roundabout and the Tomo Industrial Estate. The Parish Council will be making their own concerns clear to the necessary authorities, especially with regard to the likely increase in lorry traffic through the village if the development goes ahead.

Councillor Green was unable to attend the meeting but submitted a report advising about the change in bus provision for the village and that Care UK have been given planning permission for a care home on Cedars Park.

Amongst the correspondence received was a query about who owns the culvert between The Green and Columbyne Close and after a lot of discussion it was felt that it was probably constructed by Gipping RDC which became MSDC. The Parish Council are to write to MSDC to get a definitive answer to this query. The owners of Caxton Cottage advised that they felt that all queries relating to accesses across The Green to land adjacent to their cottage should be discussed by the full Parish Council. A letter was also received voicing concern about the neglected state of the memorial wall in the cemetery but it was understood that work had recently been carried out on it so an inspection of it will be made to clarify the situation. It appears that not all residents along Church Road were advised of the recent diversion from the A14 through the village over 3 nights. Future maintenance works on A14 should be carried with two-way traffic on one carriageway, without the need for a full closure. It was felt that SCC had let down the residents of Stowupland by agreeing to a diversion on to A1120 and the Parish Council will be making representations to the Cabinet Member and Councillor Green about this.

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Public Consultation for Freeman Community Primary School Nursery Class

21st October to 6th December, 2013

We would like your views on the possible closure of the Nursery Class at Freeman Community Primary School.

In Stowupland we are fortunate to have two facilities which cater for 3 year olds. The Nursery Class at Freeman Community Primary School and the Stowupland Pre-School and The Mighty Oaks. Both settings are on the Freeman Community Primary School site and are adjacent to each other.

Stowupland Pre-School and The Mighty Oaks is a PVI and is able to offer places for both 2 and 3 year old children throughout the day. This includes lunchtime and afternoon sessions. The Nursery Class at Freeman CP School, however, is a morning only class.

Following a reduction in the number of children coming to the Nursery Class at Freeman CP School, the Governors have requested a consultation with local stakeholders.

You can complete the questionnaire by going online to www.freeman.suffolk.sch.uk and returning it to [email protected]

Freeman Community Primary School

Open MorningWednesday, 4th December, 10.00am – 11.30am.

If your child’s birthday is between 1st September 2009 and 31st August 2010 you will be looking for a school place for September 2014.

Did you know that applications need to be made by Wednesday, 15th January 2014

Freeman Community Primary School is a friendly village school which welcomes children from

Stowupland, Stowmarket and the surrounding villages.

Our Open Morning is for prospective parents who will be able to come and see the school in action. Do come and join us, see how the school works and

we will happily answer any questions you may have.

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U.R.C. ChapelMinister: Revd Chris Wood Telephone 01449 678 173

The Missing Ingredient ...

An article in this month’s ‘Reform’ (magazine for the United Reformed Church) is written

by a lady in London who is searching for God. She explains that she’s unsure of her own faith, believes that her life is sadly lacking in purpose and direction, and wants to find that missing ingredient – God. Her intention is to go to different churches in her area over a period of time, in the hope that she can discover what she is looking for – and will keep the readers posted on her progress.

It raises the interesting question: ‘Where is God to be found?’, and although I sincerely hope and pray that she finds what she is looking for – the old joke still comes to mind where a traveller is asking for directions: ‘if I was going there I wouldn’t start from here!’

Scripture has all manner of different accounts of people encountering God: Adam & Eve in the garden; Abraham by his tent; Jacob in a dream; the Israelites in the deprivation of a foreign land; Moses in a burning bush; Samuel in the Temple; the Psalmist in green pastures; Elisha on the mountain-side in a still small voice; the poor and the Wise in the birth of a baby; Peter while fishing; Mary in the garden; Paul on the road – the list is endless.

The one common factor seems to be that God Himself takes the initiative. Not only that, God reveals Himself, sometimes in a place that He calls ‘His dwelling place’ (in Temple or Synagogue or Church) but more often than not in the most unlikeliest of places, at the least expected of times, and to the most undeserving of people.

One gentleman in Yorkshire said he didn’t need to come to church and find God – he encountered Him most mornings on his allotment first thing of a morning. The following day I set my alarm early and, to his amazement, joined him on his allotment. As the sun arose over the hills and valley, we encountered God together in the beauty and freshness of the new day. The following Sunday he repaid the compliment, and joined us for worship, and expressed thankfulness for the ways that God reveals Himself in the beauty of creation.

For many, finding God can often prove problematical or illusive – but God finding us and revealing Himself to us is all part of His amazing Plan.

God Bless,

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Friends from Holy Trinity Church joined us for our Harvest Festival on Sunday, 6th October and £200 has been sent to Water Aid. This was made

up of £124.00 from the morning service £62.00 from the afternoon service and £14.00 from the sale of fruit and vegetables at the afternoon fellowship. The remainder of the harvest gifts have been taken to the food bank.

On Friday 27th September we held a coffee morning for Macmillan Cancer Support resulting in a sum of £322 being raised for this very worthwhile cause. It was a very busy morning for our ladies supplying coffee, tea and cakes. Thanks are due to all who made it possible and all those who so generously supported this event. The date for our next coffee morning is Friday, 29th November 2013, 10.00am to 12.00noon. There will be a Christmas draw as this will be our last coffee morning this year. We recommence in February with a Coffee Morning for HEADWAY.

Although no charge is made, donations are given. Where possible, these are sent to local charities and will be reported in the February edition of Telstar. We would love to see anyone who would like to drop in for a ‘cuppa chat and a cake’

We are holding a Jumble Sale on Saturday, 9th November at 2.00pm in the Village Hall. Any contributions will be gratefully accepted with the exception of electrical goods which I am sorry to say we cannot accept. Please contact any Chapel member or bring it to the Village Hall after 12.00noon but before 2.00pm. We would also like you to come and spend. In addition to Jumble and Bric-a-brac there will be a Raffle, a Tombola and Cake stall.

Services at the URC Chapel are held each Sunday at 10.30am and we cordially invite anyone who wishes to join us in our worship. A warm welcome awaits you.Our speakers for November are as follows:

3rd November Keith Scarff (Holy Communion Service)10th November William Glasse (Remembrance Sunday)17th November Frank Lewis24th November Derek Ames

Afternoon FellowshipWe recommenced our meetings on Monday, 7th October. We had an interesting talk about potatoes by Revd Chris Wood followed by a discussion concerning all the uses for potatoes and in all forty were identified. On 21st October the speaker was Janet Wood who talked to us about her work in the probation service.Our speakers for November are as follows:

4th November Caroline Brown18th November Barbara Challis25th November Nicky DayWe welcome anyone who would like to join us at our meetings (male or

female). Come and enjoy the interesting speakers and the fellowship and of course a cuppa. Mary Clark

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2nd October Meeting

Neil Langridge arranges our programme of speakers but also gives talks himself and we very much enjoyed hearing from him about the

Revd Hollingsworth and the founding of Holy Trinity Church. Revd Arthur Hollingsworth came from County Cork, where he was Curate and later Rector of Monkstown. He cared for local people at times of need or sickness and was an active fund-raiser: Monkstown Church was built as a result of his efforts.

Hollingsworth moved to Stowmarket as a curate. He was appointed Vicar in 1837 and added a large drawing-room to the vicarage and bought and had demolished two cottages in Ipswich Street to create a carriageway to the vicarage. This is now Milton Road. The population of the town was growing because the Navigation supported industry. Hollingsworth increased the seating in the Church and also raised money for the National School with entertainments and balloon ascents from the vicarage garden. His 1844 ‘The History of Stowmarket’ was written to the best of his knowledge but contains errors.

At the time of Hollingsworth’s appointment, the parishes of Stowmarket and Stowupland shared one church, though each had two church wardens and kept its own parish registers. Hollingsworth had a dilemma: money had already been spent on increasing the accommodation in St Peter and St Mary but, with the rise of non-conformist faiths, there was a risk that the large and scattered Stowupland congregation might begin to worship elsewhere. A generous donation from the Marquis of Bristol started the fund for a new church and seven Stowmarket ladies worked at the vicarage, using the Penny Post to send appeals for donations and to thank contributors. Land for the church was given by Charles Rayner Freeman.

Much ceremony and lengthy speeches marked the laying of the foundation stone in 1842. A glass vase containing parchment with the names of all involved in the project was placed in a cavity beneath the stone. The finished church was consecrated in August 1843. Neil read the press accounts of these events, which painted vivid pictures. Revd Hollingsworth looked after the parish until 1845. He retired to Felixtowe in1850 but chose to be buried in Stowupland.

Local History GroupMarion Harris – Tel. 01449 770 895

S T OW U P L A N DLOCAL HISTORYGROUP

InformationWe are always grateful for any information about the history of the village,

its people, their employment and pastimes, and its buildings. Do get in touch if you come across anything of interest. Documents and photographs are treated with great respect and can be copied and returned.

Fund-RaisingThere will be a bring-and-buy stall at our meeting on 6th November.

Donations for the stall will be gratefully received.

4th December MeetingWe are planning to turn the Village Hall into a ‘mini museum’ for the

evening. Members and visitors are invited to bring items from the past (not necessarily associated with the village) to share with others. Anything with a story to tell and any mystery objects will add to the interest!

Talking-Point We have no news yet about “…all that close called Walter Steepings

containing by estimation one acre and also certain lands called Prouds with a grove containing by estimation three acres…” Some time with maps in the Record Office might help.

For our next ‘Talking Point’, what do Holy Trinity Church and Needham Market station have in common?

ProgrammeWednesday, 6th November. ‘Using the Census for Family History Research’, by Peter Twitchett.

Peter’s talk was very well received last year and we look forward to welcoming him again and learning more. There will be a bring-and- buy stall.

Wednesday, 4th December. Mini Museum. See above.

We meet at 7.30pm, in the Village Hall. Visitors are always welcome and refreshments are available. Admission is £1 for members, £3 for non-members.

We look forward to seeing you.

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Coffee Morningat Stowupland Chapel

on Friday, 29th November10.00am to 12.00noon

Everyone welcome for coffee / tea, cake and a chat.

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* C L U B C O N T A C T D E T A I L SBook Group: Patricia 672 127 or Anne 01449 672 592 Baby and Toddler Group: Hannah Taylor 07788 425 725Bowls Club: John Mollett 01449 775 369 Country & Western Dance: Winston & Janet Adams 01206 501 866Dance Club: May & Paul Durham 01449 672 601Local History Group: Marion Harris 01449 770 895Short Mat Bowls: Pam Fayers 01449 770 080 Sports & Social Club: Rick Langford 01449 770 402W. I. Judy Clarke 01449 615 386Community Events Keith Welham 01449 673 185Mobile Library: 07721 879 855

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Over 60 Club P Prentice, 01449 771 724

On 8th October we were out to lunch at Thornham Black Horse for a carvery which was enjoyed by all. A delicious meal and a comfortable

ride through the countryside which we thank Mr Perry of Perry’s Coaches for. A really good day out.

Our next meeting is on 12th November in the Village Hall at 2.00pm. The afternoon will be a social time, and also details will be given out for the Christmas celebrations and forthcoming meetings.

We look forward to seeing you all then.

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Everybody needs good neighbours – and a working smoke alarm

A working smoke alarm is essential. It provides vital early warning and extra time to escape if there is a fire. Every home should have at least

one working smoke alarm.Smoke alarms cost around £5 - £10 and can be bought at most

supermarkets, DIY stores and electrical equipment shops.The Fire Service advises:

Choosing a smoke alarm and installing itChoose a smoke alarm that complies with the British Standard (BS EN

14604:2005) and carries the British Standard Kitemark or LPCB ‘Horseshoe’ mark. Always follow the manufacturers’ instructions on how to fit your smoke alarm and change the battery.

Testing your smoke alarmWhen a smoke alarm has been fitted it is important that

you test it regularly to ensure it works properly.Once a week: Test your smoke alarm each week using

the test button.Every six months: Every six months, open the case and

gently vacuum the inside to remove dust from the sensor. If the smoke alarm doesn’t open, vacuum through the holes.

Once a year: Change the battery every year (unless it is a ten year alarm) or when you need to.

Replacement: Replace the battery in your smoke alarm if the low battery warning sounds (an intermittent bleep). It is also best to replace smoke alarms with completely new units after 10 years.

Smoke alarms for the deafYou can also buy smoke alarms that have a vibrating pad or a flashing

light if you have difficulty hearing. Contact Action on Hearing Loss (formerly RNID) on 0808 808 0123 for further information.

Relatives, friends and neighbours are encouraged to make sure any elderly or vulnerable person they know has the necessary help to carry out these recommendations. In case of need, one of the Good Neighbours team can assist with any of the steps mentioned above. Just give us a call on 07591 539 621.

Remember – smoke alarms save lives. Stay safe!

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Book the Date NovemberSun 3 Country & Western Dance 7.30pm Village HallMon 4 Afternoon Fellowship 2.00pm URC ChapelMon 4 Dance Club 7.30pm Village HallTues 5 Coffee Morning 10.00am Jubilee CourtTues 5 Beetle Drive 2.30pm Church HallWed 6 Baby & Toddler Group 9.30am Village HallWed 6 Stowupland Book Club 2.00pmWed 6 Open Church 2.00pm Holy Trinity ChurchWed 6 P.C. Transport, Traffic & Safety W.G. 7.30pm Church HallWed 6 Local History Group (see page 18) 7.30pm Village HallThur 7 Short Mat Bowls 7.30pm Village HallFri 8 Community Bingo (see page 42) 7.30pm Village HallSat 9 Jumble Sale (see page 27) 2.00pm Village HallSun 10 Country & Western Dance 7.30pm Village HallMon 11 Dance Club 7.30pm Village HallTues 12 Mobile Library 9.30am Jubilee CourtTues 12 Mobile Library 9.55am The GreenTues 12 Coffee Morning 10.00am Jubilee CourtTues 12 Over 60 Club 2.00pm Village HallWed 13 TELSTAR DEADLINE DATE – December & January issuesWed 13 Baby & Toddler Group 9.30am Village HallWed 13 Open Church 2.00pm Holy Trinity ChurchThur 14 Parish Council 7.30pm V. H. Meeting Room Thur 14 Short Mat Bowls 7.30pm Village HallSat 16 P.C. The Green W.G. 10.00am Outside The RetreatSun 17 Country & Western Dance 7.30pm Village HallMon 18 Afternoon Fellowship 2.00pm URC ChapelMon 18 Dance Club 7.30pm Village HallTues 19 Coffee Morning 10.00am Jubilee CourtWed 20 Baby & Toddler Group 9.30am Village HallWed 20 Open Church 2.00pm Holy Trinity ChurchWed 20 W.I. – Annual Meeting 7.30pm Village Hall Thur 21 P.C. Community Events W.G. 7.30pm URC ChapelThur 21 Short Mat Bowls 7.30pm Village Hall

Diary Dates Contact Marion by email: [email protected] or Tel: 01449 770 895.For contact details for clubs / groups etc. see page 19.

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Sun 24 Country & Western Dance 7.30pm Village HallMon 25 Dance Club 7.30pm Village HallMon 25 Afternoon Fellowship 2.00pm URC ChapelTues 26 Coffee Morning 10.00am Jubilee CourtTues 26 Beetle Drive 2.30pm Church HallWed 27 Baby & Toddler Group 9.30am Village HallWed 27 Open Church 2.00pm Holy Trinity ChurchThur 28 P.C. Finance & Policy Meeting 7.30pm URC ChapelThur 28 Short Mat Bowls 7.30pm Village HallFri 29 Coffee Morning 10.00am URC ChapelSat 30 Casino Night (see back cover) 8.00pm Village Hall

Book the Date DecemberSun 1 Country & Western Dance 7.30pm Village HallMon 2 Dance Club 7.30pm Village HallTues 3 Coffee Morning 10.00am Jubilee CourtWed 4 Baby & Toddler Group 9.30am Village HallWed 4 Stowupland Book Club 2.00pm Church HallWed 4 Open Church 2.00pm Holy Trinity ChurchWed 4 Local History Group (see page 18) 7.30pm Village HallThur 5 Short Mat Bowls 7.30pm Village HallSat 7 P.C. Cemetery & Churchyard W.G. 10.00am The Churchyard

Future Events in 2013Dec 31 New Year’s Eve Party (see page 7)

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I am not looking forward to the first frosts because they herald winter is on its way. I suppose we can't moan

about our summer as we have had superb weather for most of it. I have walked a few woods recently and enjoyed the various fungi of all types; some are quite colourful whilst others are camouflaged amongst the leaf litter. Look out for the bracket fungus growing from upright

rotten tree trunks normally at eye height or lower; oyster and artist fungus are two of the most common. The parasol mushroom was abundant this year on the wood fringes and out on open meadows.

Look out for butterflies hibernating in your garden sheds. Hedgehogs in the gardens are feeding hard and putting on weight to carry them through their dormant period during the colder months. The winter migrants will soon be here and a few have arrived already. The fieldfare and redwing will appreciate windfall apples in our gardens and if you are really lucky the waxwing will feed on cotteneaster and pyracanthus berries. These are one of my favourite birds and I look forward to observing them as they are quite tolerant of humans and often turn up even in supermarket car parks if the food supply is plentiful.

On my walks of which I have been able to do quite a few over the last weeks I noticed how the butterfly and dragonfly population soon dropped as the cooler days arrived but, having said that, I witnessed dragonfly pairs still mating and laying eggs well into October. I have seen several clouded yellow butterflies this year although none of them stopped long enough to be photographed. These migrant butterflies come across from the continent in good numbers in some years.

Nature never fails to amaze me. I recently watched a heron eat a bream which was probably eighteen inches long and half that in girth. It took several gulps but it disappeared in the end, I would never have believed it if I had not seen it for myself. The bonus was I was well hidden and photographed the whole event.

Be prepared – find the winter wellies and scarves; I think we may need them quite soon.

Countryside Rambler Brian Ward

Note from TelstarWe would like to express our thanks to Sally Reeves, who has kindly

agreed to take over the role as Distribution Co-ordinator.We would also take this opportunity to remind contributors that the next

issue of Telstar is a combined issue for December 2013 and January 2014.

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Report Judy Clarke

It was good to welcome back Andy Malcolm to talk on the Fishermen's Mission. This is a 132 years old organisation set up to look after the

welfare of fishermen and their families. Originally with its own vessels which took supplies to the fisherman, as well as providing a hospital ship, the Mission is now land-based around the British Isles.

Andy entertained us with anecdotes, poems, songs (he has a wonderful singing voice) and a ‘fishy’ quiz, while still reminding us of the hazardous lives of the fishermen, recounting one or two life threatening incidents suffered by them. It was a very thought provoking talk and members were able to help by buying small items, such as fridge magnets, to help the Mission’s funds.

The competition results were: for the alphabet, letter U – Christine – universal lock picker; Claire – University Challenge quiz book; Mary M. –Union Jack. Flower of the month – Mary C. – alstroemaria; Celia – dahlia; Yvonne – zinnia.

Four members entered the community quiz and came a respectable third –it was very enjoyable evening with a lot of banter amongst the teams. Thanks go to the events committee and to Dougie who set of the quiz.

Cakes - Draw - Bric-A-Brac - Tombola –

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The Curate’s Letter Revd Paul Clarke

It is an exciting time to be part of our church here in Stowupland. As I write this, we have just

finished our harvest festival celebrations together with our friends from the United Reformed Church and also enjoyed a lovely harvest supper. These events were enjoyed by a wide range of people, from tiny babies to the more mature! We raised

money for Farm Africa and donated lots of much needed produce to the Stowmarket food bank. Thank you to everybody who came and contributed this year. It has also been wonderful time to pause and thank God for the life of our church and the rich diversity that we experience when we come together to worship God.

It is in this spirit of thankfulness that I also reflect on our afternoon service, 1st@4, which attracted a record number in October as over sixty people joined us for songs, stories and activities followed by lots of yummy food and drink! If you are interested in coming and not yet taken ‘the plunge’ the next one is on 3rd November at 4.00pm, it would be great if you could join us.

But it is not just services we are thankful for; for example our home fellowship groups restarted after the summer break. They are a great opportunity to relax with others, ask questions and take a deeper look at the bible. Take a look below for details of the groups that are meeting in November, you can join in anytime.

So, as the nights draw in and we finally turn the heating on, there is much to be excited about. We are really looking forward to the months to come, which will include the Remembrance Day services and afterwards leading into Advent where we prepare for, yes, you guessed it, Christmas!

So much to be thankful for and you are a part of it as well. Holy Trinity is your parish church and we very much appreciate the support we receive from our community.Your Curate,

Paul

R emembrance Sunday Service – November 10th at 10.50am It would be good to see lots of people come to this Annual Service when the names of all those from Stowupland who served in the two World Wars and died are read. ‘LEST WE FORGET’. A poppy wreath

will be laid as a mark of respect at this act of Thanksgiving and Remembrance.

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Holy Trinity ChurchVicar: Revd David Swales Tel: 01449 675 503

Curate: Revd Paul Clarke Tel: 01449 672 140

Churchwarden: Mrs Ann Doubtfire Tel. 01449 770 363

Church Email: [email protected]

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S e r v i c e s i n N o v e m b e r 2 0 1 3November 3rd 9.30am Parish Communion

4.00pm 1st @ 4 Service – Church with a difference!

November 10th 10.50am REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY

6.30pm Evensong (B.C.P.)

November 17th 8.00am Holy Communion (B.C.P.)

9.30am Morning Prayer (B.C.P.)

November 18th (Mon) 10.30am Songs of Praise at Steeple View.

November 24th 9.30am All-Age Family Service & Baptism

6.30pm Parish Communion (B.C.P. – Book of Common Prayer)

A Remembrance PrayerGod of love and compassion, we commend to Your care all those in our world who suffer through war, conflict and injustice, the injured, bereaved, dispossessed, brutalised and despairing. Those whose scars are visible, and those whose scars are hidden deep inside. We honour those who have served in conflicts past and those who have

been killed, bereaved and wounded in more recent and ongoing situations through service in our armed forces. We pray for all who mourn loss and live with pain and those who continue to struggle against adversity. Grant Your healing and strength, Your care and consolation and be with all those who offer support and care working to rebuild what is broken to heal all that are wounded. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Steeple ViewThe residents warmly invite you to join them for their Songs of Praise Service at Steeple View at 10.30am on Monday, 17th November. This is followed by a short Communion Service for those who wish to stay.

Church Hal l BookingsOur well-appointed Church Hall is available for your party, meeting or function. For bookings or for further information, please contact John and Ann Parsell on tel. 01449 672592.

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Famil ies! Al l -Age Family Service Please come to our bright and friendly ALL-AGE FAMILY SERVICE in church on Sunday, 24th November at 9.30am. Do stay and have FairTrade refreshments with us in the hall afterwards!

Weekly Coffee ChurchHoly Trinity Church has an Open Church & Social Session from 2.00pm to 4.00pm each Wednesday. Come on in and enjoy your Parish Church, have a free cup of tea/coffee and a chat in the Church Hall, or wait for children coming out of school, or for a quiet prayer, or just to enquire about church activities etc.

Food Bank BoxIf you would like to donate items for the Food Bank to help those in need of a helping hand, we now have a box at the back of the church for you to leave your items in. Thank you!

100 ClubCongratulations to the following winners

October Draw

1st 29 Mrs D Hall

2nd 36 Mrs R Balaam

3rd 78 Mrs A Roberts

Beetle Dr ivesCome along and enjoy some fun in a friendly atmosphere at the Beetle Drives which will be held on Tuesdays, 5th and 26th November at 2.30pm in the Church Hall. All are very welcome to join us!

Parish RegistersFunerals

Our love, sympathy and prayers to the families of of those who

have recently died:19th September

Wyndam James Isaac

14th October Derek Forbes

18th October Jacqueline Rose Forbes

Holy T r in i ty Church N O T I C E B O A R D

Home Fel lowship Group MeetingsAll are welcome to this chance to explore our faith and our Bible together: we are going to be looking at St Paul’s second Letter to Timothy in the coming series of fortnightly fellowships. It's a lovely blend of the personal, practical and spiritual from St Paul, and gives a real insight into his life and faith.

Wednesday, 13th November 7.30pm, The Vicarage, Folly Lane, HaughleyTuesday, 14th November 10.30am, 1 Church View, Haughley Wednesday, 27th November 7.30pm, The Vicarage, Folly Lane, HaughleyTuesday, 28th November 10.30am, 1 Church View, Haughley

Ploughman’s LunchNo Ploughman’s Lunch this month, but see below!

Christmas FayreCome along to lunch at the Christmas Fayre on Saturday, 23rd November and browse a wide variety of stalls from which you can buy your Christmas presents. Bring the children to meet Father Christmas (from 2.00pm)! Enjoy a lunch of Baked Potatoes with a variety of fillings, also, other lunchtime snacks and sweets will be on sale. Refreshments available all day. See page 40

For Your Diary!Make a note in your diary – the popular annual Carols & Mincepies evening will be held on Thursday, 19th December at 7.00pm in the Church Hall. All proceeds from this event will be donated to a local charity.

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Hello Readers,Just to inform you that there will be another Headway Coffee Morning next year on the last Friday in February (the 28th) at the URC. The ladies who run the coffee morning have kindly offered their services again. (Thank you ladies)Sam has, since the last one, moved to Bury St Edmunds so it

will be in aid of the Headway there this time; it is only a small unit, but well run. Sam goes once a week and enjoys it.I hope I can rely on your support once again nearer the time; you have all been supportive in the past; thank you for that. Regards

Colleen Rose.

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Stowupland Mountain Rescue Team The Three Peaks Challenge

The Three peaks challenge was

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Harrison Kemp reached Gippimanjaro in his wheelchair and raised the

Union Jack at the top of the peak. The event was organised by the Stowupland Mountain Rescue Team and raised £265.00 for the Harrison Kemp Cerebral Palsy Fund. Harrison is nine years old and lives in Stowupland and the money raised will help with the purchase of special equipment which helps him enjoy as full a life as possible.

The Mountain Rescue Team was set up over two years ago by a group of six friends. During a discussion about emergencies that might occur in Stowupland, the suggestion was made that the least likely danger is the possibility of being trapped on a mountain and so the idea of the Mountain Rescue Team was made.

We have raised money for a number of charities and most recently three of our members completed the pyjama walk in aid of St Nicholas Hospice in Bury St Edmunds. We have a quiz team and all our cash prizes this year are going to Harrison’s Fund.

Due to the popularity of Sunday’s challenge, we hope to repeat the event next year.

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Trick or treating is popular in Stowupland and can be fun if approached responsibly. I recommend

that children are accompanied by an adult and go to houses where there are people they know. I would ask that the wishes of the householders are respected, as people do not necessarily enjoy strangers calling at their house in the dark.

If a poster is displayed asking you not to call, please ensure that children respect this. Please contact me if you would like one of these. We will be out during the evening to make sure everyone has a good time.

I hope everyone stays safe and enjoys bonfire night, an organised display is always the safest way to enjoy fireworks. Please also be aware it is a crime to set fireworks off in a public place, so please report any misuse on or prior to Bonfire night.

Please call police if you do experience anti-social behaviour on either evening (or at any other time).

We had part of the Stowupland High School cricket pitch burnt on 20th August. If you have any information please contact me or call crime stoppers on 0800 555 111.

If you see anything that looks out of place at any time, please call it in to us on 101, or of course if urgent 999.

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Please note that the opinions expressed in letters and articles are not necessarily those of the Telstar committee or the Parish Council. We cannot be held responsible for the accuracy of material submitted for publication, however we reserve the right to include, edit or amend as we think appropriate.

Telstar is produced in good faith but errors and omissions may occur during the process of production. Please let us know if this is the case so that these errors may be corrected.

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Thank-you to Good Neighboursl would like to thank Wendy, Alan, Marlene, Christine and Keith of the

Good Neighbours for coming in on a Friday morning in the past few months to sit and chat with Ted so I was able to go shopping.

Thanks again it was very much appreciated. Val Skoulding

A great big thank you to all who leave stamps and printer cartridges at the Post Office and to those who put them through my letterbox or leave them on my

doorstep. A special thank you to whoever left the sack of stamps at the Post Office and to Sally who brought them round to me.

This year the hospice has raised £2522 from stamps and £878 from cartridges.

Please keep them coming.Pauline Spencer

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New Bus ServiceGalloways are taking over the shuttle service between Stowupland and

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STOWUPLAND - STOWMARKET - COMBS FORD

387Mondays to Fridays Commencing 18th November 2013

Except Bank Holidays

…. …. …. …. 0935 1035 1135 1235 1335 1435 1535 1635

Cedars Park, Navigation Approach …. …. …. …. 0938 1038 1138 1238 1338 1438 1538 1638

Cedars Park, Mortimer Road n/b …. …. …. …. 0940 | 1140 | 1340 | 1540 1640

e/b …. …. …. …. | 1041 | 1241 | 1441 | |

…. …. …. …. 0942 | 1142 | 1342 | | |

0655 0725 0755 0845 0945 1045 1145 1245 1345 1445 R R

0658 0728 0758 0848 0948 1048 1148 1248 1348 1448 R R

0701 0731 0801 0851 0951 1051 1151 1251 1351 1451 1541 1641

w/b | | | | 0955 | 1155 | 1355 | …. ….

Cedars Park, Mortimer Road s/b 0705 0735 0805 0855 | 1055 | 1255 | 1455 …. ….

Cedars Park, Navigation Approach 0707 0737 0807 0857 0956 1057 1156 1257 1356 1457 …. ….

arr | 0740 0810 0900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 …. ….

| …. …. 0905 1005 1105 1205 1305 1405 1505 …. ….

| …. …. 0910 1010 1110 1210 1310 1410 1510 …. ….

Poplar Hill, Church Lane | …. …. 0912 1012 1112 1212 1312 1412 1512 …. ….

| …. …. 0915 1015 1115 1215 1315 1415 1515 …. ….

Combs Ford, Health Centre | …. …. 0916 1016 1116 1216 1316 1416 1516 …. ….

0715 …. …. 0920 1020 1120 1220 1320 1420 1520 …. ….

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Cedars Park, Tesco Roundabout

Stowupland, adj Devon Road

Stowupland, Thorney Green

Stowupland, Reeds Way

Stowupland, Dents Corner


Stowmarket, Bury Street


Combs Ford, Cracknells

Combs Ford, Edgecomb Way

Stowmarket, Ipswich Street

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Stowupland, adj Devon Road

Stowupland, Thorney Green

Stowupland, Reeds Way

Stowupland, Dents Corner




Combs Ford, Cracknells

Combs Ford, Edgecomb Way

Stowmarket, Ipswich Street

Stowmarket, Middle School

Stowmarket, Health Centre


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Falcons Football Club Neal Smith, Chairman Mob: 0772 559 1785.

All our teams now have games under their belt and it has been a great start to the season!Let me start with the adult teams. All four of our adult

teams at the beginning of October are unbeaten in league games. This is a great start to the season and tribute to the players and the managers. At the time of writing the A-Team was top of their league and this bodes well for our adult teams as it is from this team that our youngest players gain experience of adult football and progress to the reserves and first team.

Our youth teams go from strength to strength and, as an example on the 22nd September we had nine of our eleven teams win their games, 1 team drew and only 1 team lost! (we don’t include Under 8’s and Under 9’s as they are now non-competitive). This is a great result for all the players but also a great reward for the managers and assistants for the efforts they put into coaching and managing the players. Our new Under 17 team has now started their campaign too, and we hope for some good results from them in the coming few weeks.

I’m also pleased that our girls’ teams are doing well too. Our U11 girls won their first two games, which is a fantastic turnaround from last season. Our under 12’s now have enough players to start their season which is a great result in itself as we were worried we would have to withdraw the team. Finally, our under 16 girls have kicked off their season, unfortunately a loss in their first game but a very tight game and very well played by them.

The club is still looking for an enthusiastic person to come and help us drive our girls’ football development programme forward to get more girls playing football. As I’ve said in the past, this is not a coaching/managing role, it’s about running a programme to attract and retain girls in football.

It gives me great pleasure to announce that our club has been named the Suffolk FA’s Charter Standard Club of the Year. This is a great accolade for our club and village and we should all be very proud. The main praise should go to Ian Wearing who played a key part in us achieving this award. We are delighted that the presentation of the award was at half time during the England U21 European championship game on October 15th at Portman Road. I hope some of you were there.

Before I finish this month’s report I’d like to apologise to anyone who witnessed a large amount of litter left by the pitches earlier in the month. This is totally unacceptable and we have taken steps to make sure this doesn’t happen again. We have recently carried out a complete litter pick of the area

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and will be monitoring the situation moving forward. I would also ask that anyone exercising their dog near the pitches to make every effort to clear up after their dog please.

We look forward to seeing more of you pitch-side supporting your local teams, Saturday kick offs are at around 2.00pm and football on a Sunday for our youth teams starts at 10.30am. It is free to watch and you get to see some great football. Come and cheer on the Falcons!

COMMUNITY BINGO£ Friday, 8th November

at Stowupland Village HallDoors open at 7.00pm Eyes Down at 7.30pm

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Mr John Bull has received the following letter from Mick Bird, which he wishes to share with the village.

Dear John BullI understand that there have been a few changes at 42 Sycamore Road.

Ursula has sent me a few photos of a new bungalow that has been built in, what was, my late father’s garden. And understand you have named the bungalow ‘The Water Pump’ in memory of my late father. And also understand you wanted to name it ‘The Birds’ Nest’ but this had already been used by someone else.

The reason for this e-mail was to say many thanks; it is greatly appreciated and will pass this on to my relatives and friends.

Since selling the property to you, over the years many people have somehow contacted me to ask what has happened to the tourist garden in Stowupland, which shows how popular it was. One person was from Holland. The Royal Horticultural Society(RHS) also published a piece in their monthly magazine several years ago, asking what happened to dad’s garden; very nice of them!

Once again many thanks, take care.Mick Bird

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Stowupland Village Websitewww.stowupland.onesuffolk.net

Parish Council Minutes of meetings and agendas are displayed at the Village Hall notice board (left of main entrance)

Parish Council: Chairman - Keith Welham 01449 673 185 Vice Chair - Sally Reeves 01449 612 870 Mary Bloom 01449 676 549 Morris Brand 01449 770 678 Gary Burden 07725 182 805 Roger Carter 01449 612 856 Roy Cooper 01449 674 211 Rick Hamilton 01449 775 403 Ben Miller 07765 408 001 Nic Perks 01449 774 200 Jerry Voden 01449 770 334

Clerk to the Parish Council:Rachel Godbold

1 Felix Road, IP14 4DD01449 770 660

[email protected] You can contact the Clerk as follows:

Tues – Thurs from 10.00am – 12.00noon

Mid Suffolk District Council:Caroline Byles 07515 730 097

Caroline is happy to help you with anyDistrict Council matter.

Suffolk County CouncilGary Green 07545 423 824 [email protected]

Police Safer Neighbourhood TeamPC 1443 Stefan Henriksen

Police Station, Violet Hill Road, StowmarketIP14 1NJ 01473 613 500

[email protected]

Good Neighbour Scheme: HELPLINE No. 07591 539 621 (new no.)

Village Hall Bookings: Hugh Blanch – 01449 612 156

STOWuPLAND TELSTAr11 issues per year.

Joint issue in December/JanuaryDelivered to every residence.

We welcome new residents to the village.

Articles for Telstar to:Karadene, The Green IP14 4AE

PLEASE NOTE; NEW ADDrESS

Business Advertising:Claire Pizzey

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Adv e rt i s i n g di s c l A i m e r:All adverts are placed in good faith

and the publishers cannot undertake responsibility for work carried out.Advertisers details are not passed

on to other publishers.

Diary Dates:Marion Harris01449 770 895

Email: [email protected]

If an event has been organised,whether a one-off or a regular one

please do not assume that everyoneknows the details, venue, date, etc.

Advertise it in Telstar

Email reports, articles etc. [email protected]

Distribution Co-Ordinator:Sally Reeves

01449 612 870

To the team of distributors who trek the roads and streets of Stowupland

each month. Thank You

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D E A D L I N E D AT E :1 3 t h N OV E M B E r

CASINO NIGHTTAbles wIll InClude bl ACkjACk And rouleTTe wheel.

at Stowupland Village Hallon

Saturday, 30th November 2013at 8.00pm

♣ Dress Code: Smart ♠ Cash Prizes

Tickets available from Adam Bennett 07841 161 010 or Keith Welham 01449 673 185

A Stowupland Community Event

Minimum Age: 18 years

Tickets: £15.00 per person will include chips which are used for gambling.