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THE VIEWS EXPRESSED IN

ASLOCKTON VOICE ARE NOT

NECESSARILY THOSE OF THE

EDITOR OR THE ASLOCKTON

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION,

ASLOCKTON VOICE IS THE

NEWSLETTER OF THE ASLOCK-

WANT TO SEE YOUR-

SELF IN PRINT? Contributions please to the Editor,

Claire.thornicroft@idnet.com

By March 1st, 2013

IT’S GOODBYE FROM ME, AND GOODBYE FROM HER!

Just to remind you that this is our last edition! Having produced the Voice for 20

issues, we welcome a change of format and fresh ideas! Please remember in future

to send all you your Voice contributions to Claire Thornicroft—either by email (see

below) or post through her door at Woodstock, Abbey Lane (2nd bungalow on the

left from Main Street end).

Rose, Kath and Sally

“Would you like to save a life?”

Free Heartstart Courses covering a range of

skills including cardiopulmonary resuscitation

(CPR), the recovery position and how to manage

severe bleeding will be held at the Thomas

Cranmer Centre in the spring and summer of

2013 (dates to be arranged).

If you are interested or have been on a course

and wish to refresh your skills you can book a

place by contacting Muriel Mees on 01949-

850955 or email murielmees@tiscali.co.uk

(Arranged through Aslockton Community Association.)

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ASLOCKTON VOICE

DECEMBER 2012 ISSUE 35

Thank you to all those who have contributed over the last year, and what a year! The Olympics, the Jubilee and the rain!!!! Do carry on in 2013 as without you Aslockton will have no Voice!

AND

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Aslockton Community Association

New Aslockton-on-Line Website

Early in the New Year, we will be launching a new Aslockton-on-

Line website. The launch will be widely advertised throughout the

village and we hope residents will take the opportunity to use the new

site and to let us know what they think about it. Details of how to do

this will be given once the website is published.

I would also like to take this opportunity to express our grateful

thanks to Gregg Redford for his expertise and support in hosting

Aslockton-On-Line Mark 1 since its foundation.

Norma Broomham

Chair, Aslockton Community Association

WANT TO GET INTO THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS??

Take a walk down Chapel Lane after dark and you’ll be in for a treat!

Thank you Nige and Amy for cheering up my dog walking!

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LATEST 56 BUS UPDATE CLIVE GREYSON HAS ADVISED US OF THE

FOLLOWING PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE

ASLOCKTON AND WHATTON BUS SERVICES:

THE 55 SERVICE WILL CONTINUE AS IT IS.

THE PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE 56b TIMETABLE

ARE AS FOLLOWS:

WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY ONLY

WHATTON 9.15 11.15 13.15

ASLOCKTON 9.20 11.20 13.20

NEWARK 10.05 12.05 14.05

NEWARK 10.10 12.10 14.10

ASLOCKTON 10.55 12.55 14.55

WHATTON 11.00 13.00 15.00

SO IT IS PROPOSED THAT THE SERVICE WILL ONLY

RUN ON WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS BUT IT WILL

PICK UP ON DARK LANE, MAIN STREET AND CLIFF

HILL LANE. IT WILL THEN TRAVEL TO ORSTON,

FLAWBOROUGH, ALVERTON, KILVINGTON,

STAUNTON, COTHAM, HAWTON AND NEWARK.

THESE CHANGES WILL POSSIBLY BE EFFECTIVE IN

JANUARY

Please note:: The start time was considered during the

planning of the timetable and one of the contract conditions is

that concessionary travel will be allowed on services 56a and

56b for journeys that commence prior to the concessionary

pass threshold.

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THE GATEWAYSTHE GATEWAYSTHE GATEWAYSTHE GATEWAYS

SHOULD THEY GO OR SHOULD THEY SHOULD THEY GO OR SHOULD THEY SHOULD THEY GO OR SHOULD THEY SHOULD THEY GO OR SHOULD THEY

STAY????STAY????STAY????STAY????

WE NEED YOUR HELP TO DECIDE!!!WE NEED YOUR HELP TO DECIDE!!!WE NEED YOUR HELP TO DECIDE!!!WE NEED YOUR HELP TO DECIDE!!!

Having finally installed the new village signs at the entrances to

the village from Abbey, Mill and Cliff Hill Lane we are now in

a better position to visualise possible improvements, if any, to

the actual gateways.

But we want to get it right, so we need your feedback. The

Parish Council’s initial thoughts on various options were:

• Leave them as they are

• Take them out

• Replace the plants with membrane/concrete and stone

Perhaps you can think of something better? It has to be low

maintenance. One idea was for planters on the front of the

gateways but on a practical note, these would need daily water-

ing in a hot summer.

Please also bear in mind the cost, remember this is your

money!

Please do pass on your comments to any Parish Councillor,

our contact details are on the Notice Board, or stop us in the

street!

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A plea from a “litter picker” to dog owners.

It’s good of you to pick up your dogs poo and put it into

nice little bags but it is not so good when you then throw

the bags into the hedge bottom!!

This is happening on a regular basis along Mill Lane so

whoever you are PLEASE take the bags

home or put them in the bins that have

been provided for that specific purpose.

NB. If every one took their litter home

there would be no need for litter pickers!!

First Contact Signposting Scheme

If you’re 60 or over First Contact gets you help from lots of

organisations when you complete one simple checklist.. The scheme

is a partnership of key agencies and organisations including the

police, fire service, NHS, Borough council and the Voluntary Sector.

They can help with such things as preventing falls, home security,

energy saving, housing advice, claiming benefits, community

transport schemes and many more.

For more information call Nottingham County Council on 0300 500

8080

or visit http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/firstcontact

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"Village Ventures at the TCC"

The 2012/2013 Village Ventures programme got off to an excellent start with The Number 26 Bus to Paraguay from classical guitarist Richard Durrant. With his warm personality and easy rapport, Richard shared tales and music from his own musical journey and the inspiration he found in Paraguan composer Augustin Barrios. As well as music by Barrios, we enjoyed music by Django Reinhardt, Los Paraguayos and Claude Debussy - a magical evening of sublime playing.

As I write this we are just about to host the New Perspectives Theatre Company's new production of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. It got an excellent review in The Stage

"...what we have here is a thoroughly engaging production that packs small but plays big. A one man show of the highest quality "

I hope it lives up to its billing!

But that review really sums up all the shows we get through the Village Ventures scheme - shows of the highest quality at reasonable prices due to the subsidy we receive from both Rushcliffe BC and Nottinghamshire County Council. Even if you are not a regular show goer, attend one of our shows and see for yourself - professional performances at reasonable prices right on your doorstep!

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ASLOCKTON PARISH COUNCIL Clerk: Carola Jones, Whitethorn, Back Lane, Cropwell Butler, Nottingham NG12 3AD

Dog fouling During September and October there seemed to be an increased oc-currence of dog fouling along the footpaths within the parish. This may have been due to difficulties in collecting the waste due to poor lighting, before the lights changed. We would ask dog walkers to keep up the good work they do in col-lecting dog waste, and to use the red bins provided for the purpose. It may be useful to carry a torch as well? If residents notice instances of dog fouling this can be reported di-rectly to the Borough Council on 0115 9819911, or on their website www.rushcliffe.gov.uk where there is an easy form to fill in. They will always come out and deal with the problem, and may suggest actions we can take to ensure this problem does not escalate. Many thanks to everyone for their continued vigilance in this matter.

Street Lighting As residents will be aware some street lights in the village are switched off between midnight and 5am. When it was requested that lights on Meadow Close be reinstated the County Council kindly obliged. If residents are aware of issues created by the lack of light during these times, please let the parish council know. Contact: Carola Jones on 0115 0335814 or email aslocktonpc@gmail.com.

There is an Open Session at the start of each Parish Council meeting

for members of the public to ask questions or raise items of interest.

The Agendas and Minutes are available on the website at

www.aslockton..org and the Parish Notice Board. If you would like

more information, please contact the Clerk, Carola Jones at

aslocktonpc@gmail.com, tel. 0115 9335814

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REFERENCE LOCATION DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION DECISION (RBC)

12/01458/FUL Jessie’s Cottage, Main Street

Construction of garage No Objection Granted

12/01320/COU 30 Fields Drive Operation of 6 pen cattery including alteration of

outbuildings

No objection Granted

12/01498/FUL Limetree House, Cliff Hill Lane

Two storey extension No objection Granted

12/01597/FUL Old Butchery, St Thomas Drive

Single storey extension to rear and side, conversion of

existing garage, erection of

single garage, external alteration to existing

elevations, alteration to

boundary wall.

No objection Granted

PLANNING NOTIFICATIONS

PLANNING APPLICATIONS

REFERENCE LOCATION DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION

12/017811/FUL Limecroft, Abbey

Lane

Erection of side and rear

extensions including in-

creasing ridge height to

allow formation of rooms

in roof.

No objection

12/01890/FUL Algarkirk, Abbey

Lane

Single storey front exten-

sion, 2 storey side, and

two storey and single

storey rear extension.

Object

12/01944/FUL York House,

Chapel Lane

Construct detached ga-

rage with amenity room

above with new vehicular

access to Chapel Lane

Pending

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Looking to 2013, on Saturday 16 February we welcome back Fascinating Rhythm, four accomplished musicians who perform the Great American Songbook, as well as jazz in its most accessible form. Their repertoire features carefully crafted arrangements of classics by Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Dave Brubeck and many others, as well as a few striking originals. They will be performing "cabaret style" and the bar will be open throughout - what is there not to like?! Last year's performance was a sell-out so book early to ensure a seat.

Tickets: £8, £5 (under 19), available from Diane Sharpe (850775) and Sue Rowe (850600) or susanrowe.assoc@virgin.net

On Sunday 17 March we have a special performance for children, suitable for 5 years upwards. Thingumajig Theatre present Hullaba Lulu, a truly magical show for children and families, featuring exquisite puppetry, live music and song, the show is both hilarious and poignant... and utterly enchanting. We are very rarely able to book children's shows because there are so few so please take this opportunity for a super family night out.

Tickets: £8, £5 (under 19), £20 family ticket (2 adults plus a maximum of 3 children) available from Diane Sharpe (850775) and Sue Rowe (850600) or susanrowe.assoc@virgin.net Susan Rowe Social Events, Aslockton Community Association

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PARISH COUNCIL – NEWS

AND UPDATES Millennium Fund

You will have seen the new village signs on

Abbey Lane, Mill Lane and Cliff Hill Lane and

hopefully you think that they enhance the

appearance of the entrances to the village. The

future of the wooden gateways is to be

discussed at the next Parish meeting and there

is a separate page detailing the options which

will enable parishioners to give their feedback.

The Old Greyhound

The Agents dealing with the sale have been contacted and advise us that

whilst there have been legal issues they expect the sale to be completed by

the end of the year. They and the intended purchaser understand the

villagers’ concern over the future of the site and we have been told that we

will be consulted over any proposed plans.

Speedwatch

Some of you may have seen us with the speed gun checking the speed of

motorists travelling through the village. Speeding offenders receive a

warning letter from the Police and we hope that in future they observe the

speed limits in Aslockton and surrounding villages. The difference between

travelling a mile at 30mph and 50mph is only 48 seconds in time, but it

could mean a big difference in your insurance premium if you have an

accident, or worse still, seriously harm someone.

CAN YOU HELP!! We have the speed gun for a period of two or three weeks

about every ten weeks. Would you have an hour or so to spare to help with

the speed check? You'll even get to use the speed gun (training will be

given) although only three locations have been assessed and approved by

the Police, one each on Cliff Hill , Mill, and Abbey Lane.

If you are interested please ring Kath Auckland 850052 or Mansfield Barker

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CRIME FIGURES FOR CRANMER BEAT

DATE CRIME LOCATION VILLAGE ITEMS TAKEN?

1/11/12 Theft Old Grantham

Road

Whatton Handbag taken from person

7/11/12 Damage Cranmer Avenue Aslockton 2 cars scratched with key

17/11/12 Damage Cliff Hill Lane Aslockton Window wiper pulled off

vehicle

Local Improvement Scheme

The Thomas Cranmer Information Board and Signage scheme has been

agreed by Notts. County Council. Gregg Redford has done a marvellous job

in producing the layout and content of the board. We have now agreed this

and Malcolm Lane & Sons are to produce a draft mock up of the board for

our final approval. The board and finger post will then be installed a.s.a.p

on the grass verge between the church and Saucer Farm, subject to

formalities to be completed by Notts. C. C.

Bus service to Newark

Details of the proposed alterations to the service are on a separate page.

Abbey Lane resurfacing -after the houses, to the T junction

NCC have secured funding for a higher standard treatment as a replacement

for the micro-asphalting which they were previously unable to deliver and

hopefully they will be undertaking these works 14 - 21 January 2013. This is

subject to confirmation!!

Finally all the Councillors and the Clerk wish you all a merry Christmas and

a happy and prosperous New Year.