April 2014

Bodenham Newsletter

April

1st Gardening Club 17th Knit-In

3rd Mothers’ Union 25th Folk Club

4th Fashion Show at the Parish Hall 26th Bowling Club Season Opening

5th Village Litter Pick 28th Leisure Club

7th Parish Council Meeting 28th Bowling Club Starts

9th BWg Cathedral Tour 29th Flood Group Meeting

11th Flicks - Captain Phillips

14th Leisure Club

Contents Page PageChurch Notices 2 Ramblers 10Parish Council 3 Church Fund Raiser 11Gardening Club 3 School News 13Bowling Club 4 Pre-School 13Christian Fellowship 4 Wombling Litter Pick 14Romania Support Group 4 Carers Group 14Mothers’ Union 4 Lugg Valley Friends 15 &16Leisure Club 4 Folk Club 15Bodenham Women’s Group 5 Pre-school 16Parish Hall 6 Advertising Rates 17Star Tots 8 Newsletter Contact Details 18

2St Michael & All Angels’ Church, Bodenham

Dear Friends, Oh, to be in England now that April’s there And whoever wakes in England sees, some morning, unaware, That the lowest boughs and the brushwood sheaf Round the elm-tree bole are in tiny leaf, Whilethechaffinchsingsontheorchardbough In England—now! Robert Browning’s well known words from his poem “Home thoughts from abroad” describe that moment of new life appearing all around us. Bird song lifts our hearts and we look forward to more appearancesofdearlylovedblossom,flowersandleavesasbirdshurrytobuildtheirnestsinhedgesandtrees. April is full of surprises, and this year Easter Day falls towards the end of the month. We wait in our LentenpurpleforthatgloriousmomentofrevelationasChristrisesfromthetombandfillstheworldwithhope and joy. Risen Christ, you revealed yourself to Mary in the garden at dawn; Reveal yourself to us in the dawnings of our lives. Yourevealedyourselftothefisherfolkastheytoiledtogetherattheirwork; Reveal yourself to us in the long hours of our toil. You revealed yourself in the broken bread of Emmaus; Reveal yourself to us in our homes, around our tables. You revealed yourself to Thomas when he felt the wounds on your body; Reveal yourself to us when we see and feel the wounds of the world. You revealed yourself to many as they met beneath the skies; Reveal yourself to us in the wonder of your creation. (Lindisfarne Community)

MaywefindtherevelationofGod’sloveforusinthejoyofEasterDay,andseeinthenewlifeofthe natural world a parable of the resurrection.

Yours in Christ, Heather

HOLY COMMUNION AT SIWARD JAMES

There will be a service of Holy Communion at the Siward James Centre on May 2nd at 11.00am.

(Please note, not the usual last Friday of the month because of holidays) All are welcome to attend.

~~~~~~~ The Aberhonddu Male Voice Choir

10th May at

St Michael and All Angels,Bodenham

St Michael & All Angels’ Church, BodenhamSUNDAY SERVICES FOR APRIL 2014

April 6th 8.00am Holy Communion (The Revd Heather Short) 6.00pm Evensong April 13th 9.30am Sung Eucharist (The Revd Heather Short) 6.00pm Evensong April 20th EASTER DAY 9.30am Sung Eucharist (The Revd Heather Short) 6.00pm Evensong April 27th 9.30am Sung Eucharist (The Revd Alison Leigh) 6.00pm Evensong NB: Evensong will normally include hymns and be led

by one of the Churchwardens.

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PARISH COUNCIL NEWSDOGSThe Herefordshire Council dog warden has agreed to attend the Parish Council meeting on 7th April to give information and offer advice on the subject of dog fouling in Bodenham. The warden will confirm that dog control orders cover the whole of Bodenham.

A HORSE............. has been ridden in the churchyard, causing damage to the turf and distress to grave-holders. If anyone knows who was responsible, a quiet word asking them not to do it again would be appreciated.

FLY TIPPING............ has been reported between Bodenham Manor and the A49. It has been reported to Herefordshire Council, who will prosecute any offenders who can be identified, because fly tipping is a criminal offence.

POTHOLES, etcThe most direct ways to report potholes and other defects are to use streets@herefordshire.gov.uk or www.fixmystreet.com . If you prefer, contact the Parish Clerk on bodenhampcclerk@gmail.com or 01568 797132.

A LITTER PICK ................ has been arranged for Saturday 5th April. Equipment will be provided by Balfour Beatty. Meet at the parish hall at 10. Soup, rolls, tea and coffee afterwards. Please come along and help to keep Bodenham tidy.

DEFIBRILLATORThe Parish Council is exploring the possibility of acquiring a defibrillator, which could save lives, because an ambulance cannot reach Bodenham within the 8 minute period crucial for survival from a heart attack. It has been suggested that the defibrillator could be located outside the parish hall.

PLANNING APPLICATIONSThe following planning applications have been considered by the parish council: * Brook House: Demolish and rebuild rear extension. Approved . * Land adjacent to Stoneleigh: outline application for site for residential development. Refused.

Herefordshire Council have made the following decisions: * Maund Court: demolition and rebuild of poultry house. Approved with conditions. * Land adjacent to Hill View: erection of agricultural worker’s dwelling with garageand new vehicular access. Refused.

PARISH MEETINGSThe next meetings of the Parish Council will take place at 7.30pm on Monday 7th April and Monday 12th May at the Siward James Centre. The meeting on 12th May will commence with the annual parish meeting and the annual Parish Council meeting. Copies of the agenda and draft minutes of the previous meeting are placed in advance on parish notice boards and on the parish website (www.bodenhamparish.org.uk). Everyone is most welcome to attend and raise any matters of concern during the slot reserved for this purpose. lf you prefer, you can raise matters in advance by contacting Chris Smith, Parish Clerk, on 01568-797132 or by email at bodenhampcclerk@gmail.com. A list of future meetings is also on the website.

THE PARISH WEBSITE………….. is continually updated. Find the latest news on the Bodenham Neighbourhood Plan there. The Home page now shows a list of future events in chronological order, as well as the latest notices, addresses to go to find out about Bodenham past, present and future, local news and crime prevention alerts.

www.bodenhamparish.org.uk is the website address. You can also find the Bodenham Newsletter there.

BODENHAM GARDENING CLUBApril 1st. Bumble bee keeping for gardeners. Paul Hand. Plus Daffodil ShowContact: Jacqui Price

Pamper Parties contact: Kate Plant Massage at work mobile: 07711 875 626 Beauty Treatments email:kate@wyetherapies.co.uk Holistic Therapies web: wyetherapies.co.uk Mobile service throughout Herefordshire and treatment room in Hereford

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BODENHAM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP(Chapel Lane, Bodenham)Programme for April 2014Date Time Service & Leader6th 9.00am Praise and Prayer6th 10.30am Fellowship Service and Communion

13th 10.30am Worship Service - Ron Spillards18th 3.30pm Good Friday Service20th 10.30am Easter Service - Mrs Val Turner27th 10.30am Worship Service - Malcolm Roberts

Praise and Prayer on Sunday 6th April will be followed by a simple breakfast. Coffee will be served after all services.Cafe @ Chapel meets every Thursday morning. Why not call in for a coffee and a chat at any time between 10.30am and 12 noon.

Midweek Study & Discussion Group meets on Thursdays 3rd and 10th April at 7.30pm in members’ homes. Visitors are welcome to meet with us as we study Isiah. Contact Peter Lefroy-Owen for more information.

Ladies Bible Study at the Chapel at 10am on Tuesday 1st April and Tuesday 22nd April. Please contact Margaret Seccombe (797094) for further details.Contact Peter Lefroy-Owen (760580)Secretary: Pat Horrigan (797044)

BODENHAM LEISURE CLUB

On Monday 14th Aprilwehaveourfirsttripoftheyear. A coach will leave the Parish Hall at 11am and travel to The Jinny Ring Craft Centre, Hanbury, Worcestershire; this centre was opened in 1980. ThereyouwillfindtheWagonHouseGardens,Scupture Trail, Gift Shop & Gallery, Plants, Craft Studios and the all important Restaurant/Tea Rooms. Please note picnics are not allowed anywhere on the site.The coach will depart the Centre at 4.30pm.The cost of the coach will be £10. To add your name to the list, please contact the Treasurer on telephone number 01568 797268. Another year has gone and on Monday 28th April at 2.30pm we are in the Parish Hall for the Annual General Meeting. Please do your best to attend. This will be followed by Light Refreshments and theRaffle.TherewillbealsobeaSalesTable,pleasesupport it. Gwenllian BowdenSecretary/Programme SecretaryTel. No. 01568 797868

BODENHAM ROMANIA SUPPORT GROUP

Advance notice for your diaries:

The Annual BRSG will be held at 7.30pm on Friday 24th October at Bodenham Parish Hall.

Thursday 17th April Knit-In at 14 Brockington Road from 2 - 4 pm. Visitors are always welcome, we don’t charge anything and will provide you with wool if needed. We are always very grateful for any spare rug or knitting wool you may have.Chairman: Pat Horrigan (797044)

BODENHAM MOTHERS’ UNIONThursday, 3rd April at 10.30am at 14 Brockington Road, Miss Pam Binyon will speak about ‘Food for All’ past, present and future. Visitors are most welcome.Branch leader, Pat Horrigan (797044)Email: mu@themothersunion.org

BODENHAM BOWLING CLUB A glorious sunny Sunday saw 30 or so members old and new at the Siward James Centre to register for the coming season and enjoy a delicious afternoon tea. THANK YOU to those who supplied and served the tea and cleared away afterward. Mr Barry Carter our chairman addressed the members to advise them of plans for the season ahead and also the outcome of the meeting with the trustees of the Siward James and Arkwright trust which he had told the membership would be taking place at the annual dinner in November. Having been asked by the trustees to make some changes to what we have in the recent past done Mr Carter felt it essential that the membership be advised by him directly. The opening of the season is APRIL 26th at 14.00 at our green within the Siward James Centre. On this occasion we enjoy a bring and share tea and Mrs Cherryl Hurton (refreshment co-ordinator) would appreciate being advised if you wish to offer items for tea. Club nights resume on MONDAY 28th APRIL 18.15 for a prompt 18.30 start. It is planned to have details of club competitions fairly early in the season to enable members to commit and plan their schedules.We always welcome new members, we can supply woods for you to borrow and all we ask is that you haveflatsoledshoes.

GOOD BOWLINGBarbara Gibson (secretary)

5Bodenham Womens’ Group (BWg)

For women from Bodenham and surrounding areas

APRILGuided Tour of Hereford Cathedral

by Bob Clark Wednesday 9th April 2.30pm.

Meet at the main door. A donation of £4 towards cathedral costs has been suggested. If

you would like to go Contact Pat Austin 01568 797 994

MAYRed Kite Feeding at Gigrin Farm

Tuesday 13th May. Feeding takes place at 3.00pm and as it is

approximately a 1½ hour journey, we would need to leave the parish hall by 1.00pm ish. Picnic area

and drinks/snacks machine on site. Cost £5.00 or £4.00 for concessions.

If you would like to go Contact Nina Dowler 01568 797 363

JuneSteak and Bowls Night – Wednesday 11th June

7.00pm at The Grove. Cost £9.99 for a game of bowls followed by a steak meal.

To book your place contact Cheryl Hurton 01568 797034 or Cherrie Davies 01568 797596

If any lady or group would like to organise an event for the 2014 calendar, please contact Lyn on 01568 797 228 for the details to be included in the monthly newsletter and on the parish website. For membership details phone our Treasurer, Anita Griffiths 01568 797929 or any below. Subscriptions are now 50pence per annum.

Sally Doody-Henshaw 01568 797066 Carol Kirkpatrick 01568 797022Debbie Mould 01568 797910 Roz Reader 01568 797426Kath Tremain 01568 797751 Lyn Pollard 01568 797228

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6Parish Hall News The Committee is currently focusing on repairs and renovation of the fabric of the building, including replacement of windows, interior and exterior paintwork, and improvements to lighting. The advantages and disadvantages of installing solar pv panels on the roof are also being explored.

If you would like to get involved in the running of the hall or any of its events come along to a meeting, or contact one of our committee members. Our management committee meetings are held on the second Wednesday of alternate months. The next meeting is Wednesday 14th May at 7.30pm.

ENTERTAINMENT After the success this season of the two Arts Alive shows, ‘The Harmonettes Go Into Orbit’ and ‘A Funny Little Thing Called Love’, we are now looking forward to the next season of Arts Alive Events. Dennis and Tricia Jackson attended the 2014/15 Arts Alive menu launch on Sat 15th March and were very excited at what is on offer. The aim is to put on at least one Arts Alive show in the coming year, and maybe something more local as well. Look out for further announcements, and come and make the most of having a village hall with the facilities to accommodate shows such as these.

FLICKS IN THE STICKS – Films are shown monthly on the second Friday night of the month, at 7.30pm, between September and April. Refreshments are available during the interval. Many thanks to Chris and Mike James for organising the programme, with all the work that entails.Next film:

Friday 11th April: ~ Captain Phillips ~ an extremely exciting 2013 action thriller, based on the true story of the capture in 2009 of an American cargo ship by Somali pirates. With an outstanding performance by Tom Hanks, and newcomer Barkhad Abdi winning a Bafta for his part as the pirates’ leader, it’s definitely worth coming out for.

For reminders and previews of Parish Hall events, why not join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bodenham.parishhall

You can also get full information about the Parish Hall and its activities from the Bodenham Parish website: http://www.bodenhamparish.org.uk/ , which is updated daily.

100 CLUBNothing to report.

MAKING THE MOST OF THE FACILITIES AVAILABLE AT THE PARISH HALL. Regular or occasional Hall users, are you aware of the IT facilities available at the hall? The Management Committee wants to remind users that we have an extensive range of technology available for use during your visit to the hall. These facilities include broadband, projectors and a printer. If you wish to make use of any of this equipment, on either a regular or one off basis, please speak to a member of the committee. If you would like to know how to use this equipment, or have your own but don’t currently have the knowledge or the confidence to use it fully, then let the committee know. Herefordshire’s Fastershire offer free introductory courses, which could be arranged locally. In addition, if there’s enough interest the Parish Hall could offer more advanced courses, for example in digital photography, with the support of the Parish Council. Please contact Rhian Powell (01568 797132) or any other member of the committee if you would be interested.

Questionnaires to be submitted by 21st April 2014 Complete online at www.herefordshire.gov.uk/busreview Or obtain paper copy with pre-paid return envelope from Bodenham post office

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StAr ToTs FuN gRoUp

for babies 0 – 3 years A social activity in our village for you to bring your little ones to

and have fun!

Everyone welcome, mums, dads and grandparents.

At St. Michael’s C.E.P. School in Bodenham (to find us just follow the signs for the Church)

On Friday mornings 9.00am – 11.00am

Nominal charge of £1 to include tea, coffee and biscuits

Just come into the School Reception

For more information contact the school on (01568) 797241 or

Contact Steph 07968563744 or Laura 07966960708 for further details

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU

StArToTs – Stay and play. Every Friday (term-time only) 9.00am -11.00am.

•Friday 4th of April – Play session.•Friday the 11th of April – Yummy Easter nests and decorated eggs.•Friday the 2nd of May – Parachute fun morning. Songs and games with the giant parachute!

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ALL FROM local, sustainably managed woodland in Ullingswick, Herefordshire.

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THE MERCHANTS HOUSE CAFÉ & ANTIQUES CENTRE

10 Corn Square, Leominster

CAFÉ Home Made Lunches, Snacks,

Cream Teas, Fresh Coffees Monday to Saturday 8.30am – 5pm

‘PAST & PRESENT’

ANTIQUES CENTRE Furniture, books, jewellery, antiques, materials, paintings, crockery & more

Monday to Saturday 10am – 5pm Dogs welcome in our enclosed courtyard

Tel: 01568 616141 ‘Like’ us on facebook ‘The Merchants House’ www.TheMerchantsHouse.org

SUMMER WALKS PROGRAMME 2014 Bring packed lunch unless otherwise stated

All walks start at 10am unless otherwise stated. Any queries about walks please contact leaders.

Date Description Miles

Start Grid Ref

Leaders

Sun 6th April

Edwyn Ralph, Rowden & Butterly, re-discover lost Railway. Lanes & Footpaths Moderate. 9 stiles.

7 Edwyn Ralph Village car park. (HR7 4NU) off B4214 Bromyard to Tenbury Rd.

Exp202 643583

Margaret & Stephen 01432 880950

Wed 16th April

Leisurely stroll through woods, fields & orchards. 2 easy climbs. A few stiles. Finish 12.30. Picnic in Churchyard with fine views.

4.5 Park at Lyonshall Church. Look for steep drive on R just past Church.

Exp201 331563

Pam Johnson 01568 720219

28thApril-1st May

Holiday at The Cottage Hotel in Hope Cove, Devon.

Wed 7th May

Ballingham area,field paths & lanes. Moderate with a steep descent.

5 Ballingham Village Hall (50p per car) START AT 10.30AM

Exp 189

572313

Doreen & Brian 01432 271065

Sun 18thMay

Another view of Bodenham/Litmarsh. 2 Short steep climbs (steps/road). Easy to moderate. Good views.

6.5 Bodenham Lakes Car Park.

Exp202 531511

Doris & Brenda 01568 797035

Wed 28th May

Farmland, farm tracks & country lanes, with views. River Lodon. Moderate with 8 stiles.

7 Much Cowarne Church. Exp 202

619472

David & Wendy 01568 797659

For details of the Bodenham Ramblers please contact the Secretary, Brenda Richardson on

01568 797035 or the Treasurer Wendy Jones on 01432 272031

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Free heated indoor pool with spa and sauna. (April-October).

Play area, games room, Tumble Tots. Launderette. Chip shop

Shop with post office and cash machine, Pub/restaurant.

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POULTRY: Point-of-Lay Hens Always Available. Fully vaccinated.PRETTY PYGMY GOATS: from £100. (Also Billy for Stud)

POULTRY HOUSING : Various Designs from 2 to 25 hens20 kg Premium Hen Feed £7.95. (Also available with wormer)

POULTRY/PET BEDDING – Large Bale £7.95 (Dust extracted Woodchip & Shavings with eucalyptus)

WALK-IN ENCLOSURES/RUNS (optional roof) for pets or poultryGRADE “A” - HARDWOOD WOODCHIP: 70 L Bag

(Quantity Price from £7.35 – ideal for muddy places/runs)

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HEALTH & HYGIENE PRODUCTS INC. WORMERSGIFTS & CARDS

WILD BIRD FEED: Fat Balls, Niger Seed, Sunflower Hearts,15kg Robin & Songbird £19.35. 25kg Peanuts £34.

Free Range Eggs £1.60 per dozen

Visitors Welcome: Wednesday-SaturdayUpper Buskwood Farm, Hope under Dinmore, HR6 0PX

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BODENHAM FORGE

3 holiday cottages, each with a double bedroom and a twin bedroom, available for weekend lets, week lets and

longer lets depending on the season.

Also good for visiting family and friends, local business visitors or people moving house.

Paul and Salma Courtney 01568 797144

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Saturday 10th May 2014 at 7.00 pm at St Michael and All Angels Church, Bodenham

Tickets £8 children free, interval with wine and nibbles

ABERHONDDU MALE VOICE CHOIR

IN CONCERT

St Michael and All Angels Church, Bodenham

In aid of funds for St Michael and All Angels Church

Tickets from Liz Davies 01568/797628. Thelma Butcher 01568/797557.

Veronica Howell 01568/797839, and Bodenham Post Office

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Come & Visit What’s On Your Doorstep!

Broadfield Court welcomes locals to come and sample a selection of the delights we

have on offer...Morning coffee, proper afternoon tea, gift hampers, wine

tasting, local produce and gifts, seasonal garden fruit, vegetables, plants...and more!

Open Daily from 10.00am-4.30pm (ish)Lunch Served 12.00-2.00pm

Also available for private functions, wedding celebrations, conferences and outdoor courses.

Broadfield Court, Bowley Lane, Bodenham. HR1 3LG01568 797918 or 01568 797483

www.broadfieldcourt.co.uk

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St Michael’s CE Primary School News Visiting Author: We are being visited by local author Simon Morse on Thursday 27th March. Simon will mainly be working with Classes One and Two, but the rest of the school will have a chance to meet him in a special assembly on the day. Simon has written books including “The Adventures of Rocket Kid” and “The Positively Pleasant Pirates”, which he will have on sale at a discounted price at school. TanzaniaLink: “Jambo!” and welcome back to Mrs. Coleman who has returned to us from a very wet Tanzania (it was the rainy season!). She has been able to share lots of her experiences with us all and she has reaffirmed the link that we have with Tengeru Primary School. World Book Day 2014: Thank you to everyone who supported this event—the children as usual thoroughly enjoyed themselves and they looked wonderful dressed as their favourite characters from books. Year 5 Condover Residential Trip: Our Year Five children, along with Miss Powis and Mrs. Clarke will be travelling to Condover Hall, near Shrewsbury from the 19th-21st March. They will have the opportunity to take part in a wide variety of outdoor and adventurous activities during their stay. We wish them all the very best and are sure that they will return with lots of special memories! Sports Relief Day: This event is being held on Friday 21st March and all proceeds raised will go to charity. We are inviting everyone to come to school that day dressed in sports kit. During the day we will give all of the children the chance to be sponsored to run a mile (17 times around the playground—we have measured it!) at school. Obviously for some children this will be too much and so please could we ask that families send in a donation to charity anyway. Thanks very much. Class One @ Queenswood: Well done to Class One for exploring Queenswood for us on their Welly Walk earlier this week. It was lovely to listen to the children as they told us all about what they had done!

Easter Service: Advanced warning that this annual event in the life of our school takes place this year on Tuesday, 8th April at 2.00p.m. at St. Michael’s church. We look forward to seeing lots of family members there to join with the children as we celebrate the meaning of the Festival of Easter.

StArToTs:Stay and play. Every Friday (term-time only) at Bodenham Pre-School, Bodenham School. 9.00am -11.00am. Contact School for further details.Friday 4th of April – Play session.Friday the 11th of April – Yummy Easter nests and decorated eggs.Friday the 2nd of May – Parachute fun morning. Songs and games with the giant parachute!Friday the 9th of May – Play session.Friday the 16th of May – Animal session. Animal crafts and hopefully some animal visitors!Friday the 23rd of May – Play session. Tag Rugby: Thanks to P. C. Paul Sparrow who has been coaching our oldest children at school. We will be sending a few teams of children to Hereford, for the West Mercia Police Tag Rugby Festival on Wednesday, 26th March, where they will have the chance to compete against many other schools. Website: Please remember that we have our website that is available for people to find outwhat is going on at school. It is updated regularly with photos and news; for example with news of the latest events at school.The address is:www.st-michaels.hereford.sch.uk

FEEL GOOD EVENING

SUTTON VILLAGE HALL

FRIDAY 9TH MAY.

6PM - 9 PM.

AN EXCITING EVENT TO RAISE

FUNDS FOR CHARITY.

Come along enjoy Pilates, Beauty Therapies,

Nail Technicians. Support local stalls selling

accessories, face & body products, Make up,

chocolates, jams, ‘Growing Local’,

‘Noted’ Fashion Boutique,

‘Tropic’ ...& more !

£10 entry fee.

Pre book call Emma Caldwell

01568 797107/07971009691

or ejcaldwell@hotmail.co.uk

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BURMARSH MOTOR SERVICES

CAR AND LIGHT COMMERCIAL

SERVICING ~ REPAIRS

MOT SERVICE AVAILABLE.

LOCAL COLLECTION & DELIVERY

Tel Keith 07771681915Home: 01432 880837

Unit 1Burmarsh Trading EstateNr MardenHR1 3BT

Come Wombling!

Join Friends and Neighbours for BODENHAM’s

LITTER PICKING EXPEDITION On

Saturday 5th April 2014 From 10.30 AM - 12.30pm Start and Finish at The Parish Hall

Free Hot Soup and Rolls for lunch Litter picking sticks and

High Viz jackets will be provided

For further details contact Chris Smith 01568 797132

NOTICE:The water spout at Dinmore has consistently tested as unsafe for human consumption.

Please Do Not Drink

PILATES Classes

Body Fat Shred Classes

Bodenham Village Hall Mondays Body Fat Shred 6.30pm

Tuesdays Pilates 6 -7 pm.

Fridays Pilates 10.30 - 11.30 am.

WELLINGTON hall Mondays 9.25am & 10.35am Classes

NEW class...WITHINGTON 9.30 -10.30am.

MARDEN village hall

Wednesdays 7.30 - 8.30pm

Thursdays 7pm - 8 pm.

Sutton St.Nicholas Village HallBodyFat Shred Mondays 8pm.Pilates Fridays 9am - 10 am.

Pre book Call Emma Caldwell 01568 797107, 07971009691, ejcaldwell@hotmail.co.uk

Bodenham Carers Group

Siward James Community Centre3rd Monday of each month

Just pop along or phone the number below for more details

Alternative care can be arranged so that you can attend the group as long as we are given at least

2 weeks’ notice.

For more information phone: Helen on 01432 356068 / 0781700985

Email: helenwhitmore@herefordshirecarers.co.uk

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Friday 25th April 7.30pm to 10.30pm at Broadfield Court

‘EAST WEST INFUSION’ play The Vineyard!

The VINEYARD got off to a wonderful launch (Friday Feb. 28th). Forty souls came and gave a hearty shove down the slipway - she’s now well afloat, and further fitting out completed. So, here’s a raised glass to all who helped: the excellent musicians of course; the folk who came to listen and made such a receptive audience; and to Alex at Broadfield for the venue, with it’s historic

atmosphere and superb acoustics. Heartfelt thanks to all!

This month, we aim to weigh anchor and hoist the sails - accompanied by fine flute and accordion playing from Phil and Caroline who are ‘East West

Infusion’. They've played Bodenham before, to much acclaim - a lovely blend of traditional music from both western and eastern influences (check them out on ‘Myspace’). They’ll be supported by musicians (the ‘regulars’) who played in

February and March - plus some new faces!

Admission, on the door, a steal at £2.50! Children U16 £1.50.

Draft beer, snacks, and Broadfield’s own wines available at the bar - but please note, only drinks/snacks purchased on site to be consumed.

Further details: Pete Hollingsworth 01568 797623

LUGG VALLEY FRIENDS - CANCER RESEARCH UK

Pancakes and Tea Event - Thank you very much to all those who supported this event on the 4th March 2014 by attending, making cakes and donating. We raised a total of £417.50.

FURTHER EVENTS DURING 2014 6th June 2014 - Quiz at Bodenham Parish Hall11th July 2014 - Ploughmans and Puddings at Siward James Centre4th November 2014 - Coffee Morning at Siward James Centre5th December 2014 - Christmas Bingo at Bodenham Parish Hall

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FIREWOOD• Split logs ready to burn

• Any quantity, any size to suit your heating requirement• Delivered to your store

• Second hand potato boxes available ideal for all sorts of storage including logs

Contact: Tom JohnsonCM Mercer01568 797 66607971159998

Thank you so much to everyone for helping and sup-porting the Village Social and Ceilidh Evening on the 8th March. Our feedback reports that it was a most enjoyable event. In addition we were able to raise £420 for the Church Funds.Lyn Pollard and Margaret Minchin.

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St. Michael's Pre-School @

St. Michael’s CEP School, Bodenham, HR1 3JU

For Children 2 – 5 years old

(15 Hours FREE Nursery Funding Available)

Mondays & Wednesdays 9am to 1.15pm

Tuesdays & Thursdays

9am to 3.15pm

Please call Jo or Julie on 01568 797241 For a FREE taster session

www.st-michaels.hereford.sch.uk

Play, Grow and Explore Together!

Offering a truly holistic, effective therapy to help with many common ailments, including:

Back, neck and shoulder pain Stress, headaches, disturbed sleep Sports injuries Long term health conditions

Contact Tara on 07931 150 507 tarakane77@gmail.com

www.tara-kane.co.uk

Home based clinic in Monkhide, Yarkhill Monday - Friday.

Neal’s Yard Remedies in Hereford Wednesday and Saturdays.

LUGG VALLEY FRIENDS CANCER RESEARCH UK

INVITE YOU TO A

FASHION SHOW BY WYESTYLES

ON

FRIDAY 4TH APRIL 2014

AT

BODENHAM PARISH HALL

7.30 PM

TICKETS £8.00 EACH TO INCLUDE BUFFET

(Available from: (01568) 797932 Ann or 797994 Pat or 797557 Thelma or

797280 Jenny)

Hereford Chamber Choir

sings

FAURE’s ‘REQUIEM’ In HEREFORD CATHEDRAL – FRIDAY 9TH MAY AT 7.30 PM

In aid of The Friends of Hereford Cathedral

with instrumentalists from The Academia Musica Orchestra of Hereford Sixth Form College

Leader – Dr Jonathan Godfrey, Harp – Bronwen Wilkins,

Double Bass – George Johnson

plus choral & instrumental music by Handel, Vaughan Williams, Chatman, Lassus, Hely-Hutchinson

Soprano - Megan Griffiths Baritone - Roger Langford Organ - John Williams

Directed by Stephen Gowland

TICKETS £8 from 01432 274783

DO YOU HAVE A FEW HOURS TO SPARE? Age UK Hereford and Localities is currently recruiting volunteers for our footcare service at different locations across Herefordshire. No previous experience is necessary. All you need is a compassionate and caring nature and a willingness to help others. Full training is provided and travel expenses are fully reimbursed. Volunteering is fun, worthwhile and very rewarding. To find out more about volunteering with our footcare service, please contact Margaret Metzger on 0845 688 1298 or email her directly on margaret.metzger@ageukhl.org Registered Charity Number: 1093512

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R.W. Mann & Son Funeral Directors

Private Chapel of RestModern FleetFloral TributesService SheetsMemorial masonry serviceHorse-drawn hearse and other specialist vehicles available

24 hour service

51 West Street, LeominsterHerefordshire, HR6 8EP

Tel: 01568 612358www.rwmann.co.uk

Please ask about our pre-paid funeral plans

Advertise in the Newsletter Small Box £50 for 12 months £25 6 months £10 2 months £ 5 1 month Quarter Page £80 for 12 months £40 6 months £9.50 1 month £19 2 months Half Page £12.50 for 1 month Full Page £ 25 for 1 month

.

FIREWOOD• Split logs ready to burn

• Any quantity, any size to suit your heating requirement• Delivered to your store

• Second hand potato boxes available ideal for all sorts of storage including logs

Contact: Tom JohnsonCM Mercer01568 797 66607971159998

The Plant Sale and Coffee Morning held at Bodenham Church on 18th March was a successful event raising a total of £401-85p. Many thanks to all the people who so kindly gave plants,cakes ,prizes and donations and of course to everyone who came on the day to support us. A special ‘thank you’ to all the helpers - Thelma and Liz.

BODENHAM FLOOD PROTECTION GROUP

Chairman: Cllr Tony Mitcheson Treasurer: Mrs Babs Mitcheson

Operations Manager: Cllr Tony Mitcheson Secretary: Mrs Babs Mitcheson

The Moor:

The Moor Road: Mr Tony Clark: 797943 Orchard Close/Chapel Lane: Mr Robert Pritchard: 797428 Brockington Road (2 -31& 35): Mr Simon Dowler: 797363

Brockington Road (1, 32-34, 36 – 42A): Mrs Rebecca Burnill: 797823 Brockington Road (43- 54): Mrs Gwen Bowden: 797868

Siward James: Mrs Gillian Baines: 797412 Ash Grove Close: Mrs Jean Fryer: 797338

Ash Grove View: Mr David Harris: 797575 Ash Grove View: Cllr Alec Avery: 797744

Millcroft Road: Miss Barbara Gibson: 797643

Bodenham Village: Bridge to War Memorial:

The Forge: Mr Simon Nickols: 797144 Church and Bodenham Village:

Mr David Ayshford Sanford: 797549 Mr Mike Mullenger: 797199

Maund Bryan:

Mr Philip Broomhead: 797167

Meeting are open to ALL MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC

All Meetings, unless otherwise notified will be held on the last Tuesday of the month at Siward James Centre starting at 7.30 pm

This Month’s Meeting: April 29th

If you are unable to attend or have points which you would like to be raised at the meeting, please contact the Secretary Mrs Babs Mitcheson 797170

Or by email at BabsMitcheson@aol.com

Meeting dates will appear in the appropriate month’s Bodenham Newsletter and on the Parish Website.

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From the Editor, The deadline for the May newsletter is 18th April. You can email your contributions to either of the email addresses below or via the contact page on the website: www.1and6.co.uk (Disclaimer: this is a service provided as a courtesy and is no way connected with Bodenham Parish Council or the Parish website) You can sign up to receive the newsletter by emailing me at susan@bodenhamnewsletter.co.uk Contact meSusan Haworthorchardthings@hotmail.co.uk Tel: 01568 797872

Shire’sTree ServicesTree felling and dismantling

Dead and dangerous tree removalCrown raising and shaping

Small tree pruningHedge reduction and trimming

Firewood 1 Ton Bag £55

Fully Insured ED STOBO (Head Tree Surgeon) Fully Qualified

Mobile 07969 805016 Office: 01568 797855

MIRANDA’S Remedial Massage & “Liz Earle” Prescriptive Facial Clinic

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Hedge cutting, Mowing, Weeding,Pruning, General tidying, Maintenance

Small building works, Fences, DIY,Laminate �ooring, Brickworks, Paving

BridgetteKempson M.Inst.Ch.P. HPC Registered

Home Visiting Chiropodist

Mobile 07798 765744

Also at Beautonics, 97B Old Eign Hill, HerefordTel 01432 370550

Brockington Golf Club & Tea Rooms Bodenham HR1 3HX Tel: 01568 797877

Tearooms open from 10am daily

for drinks and home cooked food.

Sunday Lunch Carvery only £7.95 (early booking advisable).

To celebrate your Special Event,

Birthday or Anniversary book your Exclusive Party Evening on a date to suit you.

(Minimum numbers apply; menu can be discussed).

Themed FridaysFriday 2nd May – Indian

Friday 16th May – Sausage & Mash / Quiz Night

Golf Memberships

Include: - Weekend

(new for 2014!), Full, Senior, & Junior

Pay to Play Welcome!

18 holes for £13 9 holes for £8

(no need to book tee times).

Every Thursday 2 play for the price of 1.