In this Issue:

First Responders

Feast Report

Best Kept Village Competition results

Remembrance Sunday

Methodist Chapel events

Pre school Christmas Fair

Abbey Care Village Carols

Wild Murphys

Curlew Cycle rides

Solar Panel info

Eco award

FaB Walks

Café closure dates

Village Carol singing

Surgery update

Clubs and Societies

Issue 30 - October 15

The Community First Responder (CFR) Scheme is a partnership between Yorkshire Ambulance Service (YAS) and local groups of volunteers living within the community. We need more volunteers for your area. As authorised volunteers for the ambulance service we work as part of a dedicated team whose aim it is to reduce the number of pre-hospital deaths in Yorkshire. In many medical emergencies, the first few minutes are critical and if effective treatment can be provided within that time, lives can be saved. We are trained by YAS in basic life support skills, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and the administration of oxygen.

What could I gain?

Free Training

Skills & Knowledge

Self-Development

Practical experience

CV Enhancement

For more information Contact YAS Community First Responder Trainer Patrick Murphy Tel: 07824 407955 Email: patrick.murphy@yas.nhs.uk Or your local coordinator Keith Partington on 07476292402

Community First Responders save lives,

you could too.

The 10K run, what a fantastic way to start Scorton Feast; it was awesome and so well organised. Well done to Jess Tweddle & Andrew Campbell they make a brilliant team. Monday brings the Children’s Sports and it was great to see so many children having fun on the green, its what its all about, playing in the sunshine. Unfortunately the rain came on Tuesday but the Flower Show was supported with lots of entries and the Cycle Race was full. It was brilliant to see the children try so hard and finish the 5 miles. Sadly the rain made it unsafe to continue with anymore activities on the green on Tuesday. But Wednesday’s Pet show was so well attended, and then came the Fancy Dress which was held in the Flower Show Marquee due to more rain. A few more games were held on the green but the band was cancelled for safety reasons. All in all it was a great four days but we need help to continue and keep Scorton Feast the fantastic event it is. Anything you can do to help will be greatly appreciated. Lol Campbell (Chairman)

Scorton Feast report 2015

1st West Burton 90%

2nd Eppleby 88%

3rd Moulton 86%

4th Middleton Tyas 85%

5th Caldwell 84%

6th Scorton 81%

7th Cleasby 80%

7th Stapleton 80%

9th Skeeby 78%

10th Bellerby 74%

11h Hudswell 60%

12th Newton le Willows 57%

Best Kept Village Competition Results 2015

Methodist Chapel events

Winter Warmer Lunches Everyone is invited to a soup and pudding lunch at Scorton Methodist Chapel on Monday 9th November and the 7th December. Lunch served from 12.00 until 2.00. No charge, donations if desired.

Carol Service and Children's Nativity Sunday 6th December 10.30 am at Scorton Methodist Chapel, Everyone welcome.

Remembrance Sunday 2015

9th November 10:45

Scorton War Memorial

Institute (meet at the Post Office at

10:30 for parade to the Institute)

Scorton Village Pre-School Christmas Fair Saturday 21st November 1pm - 3pm

Scorton War Memorial Institute

Children’s stalls & activities Jewellery Christmas gifts Cards

Refreshments Raffles Tombola

The Abbey Care Village are holding a Carol Service on Thursday 17

th December in the

grounds of Abbey Care Village from 6pm onwards. Hot soup and tea & coffee will be served. This is a new event and all will be welcomed.

Curlew Village Cycle Rides

The Curlew village cycle rides (previously Sables Rides) go from strength to strength, with new participants joining while maintaining our friendly inclusive approach to sociable cycling. The rides take place mostly on the last Saturday of each month and start at a different village or town around Hambleton and Richmondshire to a chosen refreshment stop. If you would like to join us or require further information e mail John Yorke on sablerides@btinternet.com or tel: 07795 097985

31

st October from Scorton

28

th November from Catterick Village

19

th December from North Cowton

Meet at village halls - 10am

Funding for Solar Panels to be cut in January

The Government have recently announced that they will be significantly cutting the Feed-in-Tariff in January, making solar panels a far less attractive proposition for homeowners. The tariff currently stands at 12.47p/kWh providing householders a 13% return on investment, but in the New Year this will drop to only 1.63p/kWh. The good news is, anyone who installs a system before 31st December will receive the higher rate of Feed-in-Tariff which is guaranteed for 20 years. Yorkshire Energy Partnership and Richmondshire District Council are working together to promote the uptake of solar panels in Richmondshire and would encourage anyone who has been considering solar to act quickly. Solar panels use daylight to generate electricity for your home and can reduce your electricity bills by £294* a year. Savings and Feed-in-Tariff payments combined can earn you over £800* a year for 20 years. Yorkshire Energy Partnership will be hosting a Renewable Information event on Thursday 12

th November at The Old School House, Leyburn, DL8 5DL 2-6pm to

answer any renewable technology questions. To arrange a free no obligation survey, please contact Yorkshire Energy Partnership on 01904 545020 as soon as possible. *Based on a 4kWp system. Estimate is based upon manufacturers Standard Assessment of Performance (independent software)

BOLTON-ON-SWALE DOES IT AGAIN!

Two weeks ago, our school, Bolton-on-Swale, found out they had achieved their 4th Green Flag. This involved a thorough assessment around the school grounds, inside and out. To get our 4th Green Flag we had to cover a range of seven topics including: litter, energy, biodiversity, waste, water, global citizenship and healthy living. Mrs Walton (the assessor) was particularly impressed with our plastic bottle greenhouse and our recently completed peace garden. Mrs Walton was also surprised when she heard that we had got to the vegetable box finals in the Great Yorkshire Show three years running. All the staff and the pupils are very proud to be the first school in North Yorkshire to get a 4th Green Flag. We are now planning to have a Green Day soon to celebrate. Reporters: Matthew Cole (10) and Harriet White (10)

Footpath And Bridleway Walks around

Scorton

Saturday 14th November Saturday 12th December

Meet at the bus shelter at 9.30am (bring some money for bus fares in case we decide to take the bus out and walk back.) For more information contact Jenny Harper on 818033.

Joan’s Community Café

Will be closed for winter break from 27th November and re open on 1st March. Thanks for all the support and new volunteers are always welcome.

Carol Singing

Tuesday 15th December 6.30pm meet outside the Post Office.

Bring a torch and wear warm clothes as most of the evening will be outside; the last carols will be performed at the Domino Drive in the Institute. Youngsters are to be accompanied by adults. All are welcome.

Surgery Times The premises are open between 8.15am – 6.00 pm daily.

AM Surgery – GP’s Drop in sessions - No appointment necessary

PM Surgery – GPs

Monday

8.30–10.30am Dr Dootson, Dr James & Dr Dickie

Tuesday

8.30–10.30am Dr James & Dr Dickie

Wednesday 8.30–10.30am Dr James & Dr Dootson

Thursday

8.30–10.30am Dr Dootson & Dr Dickie

Friday

8.30–10.30am Dr James & Dr Dickie

Monday - Drop in 4.30pm – 6 pm - Dr James & Dr Dickie

Tuesday - Appts Only 4.30pm – 6pm Dr Dootson

Wednesday - Appts Only 4.30pm – 6 pm Dr Dickie

Thursday - Appts Only 4.30pm – 6 pm Dr James

Friday - Drop in 3.30pm – 5.30 pm - Dr James & Dr Dickie (alternate weeks)

Practice Nurse - AM Surgery Mon – Fri

8.30 – 9.15 Appts Only 9.15 – 10.30 Drop in

PM - Appointments Only

Flu vaccinations are now available at our walk in clinics between 11.00 – 11.30 am Monday to Friday.

Flu vaccinations are available to all of our patients over 65, patients with certain health conditions that put them at risk of flu, carers and children aged two, three and four and children in Years 1 and 2 at school. Please contact the surgery if you are unsure if you are eligible for a free flu vaccination

Mon & Tues Wed & Thurs Fri 11.30–2pm 12.30–4pm 4.30–6.20pm

12 – 12.30pm 3 – 4 pm 4.30 – 6.20 pm

11.50-12.50pm

Scorton Surgery

Details of local Clubs, Societies and Church Services

Archery Practice on the Archery field next to Beck Green on

Wednesday 7.00pm – 8.30pm & Sunday 2.00pm – 4.00pm

www.scortonarchers.co.uk

Beavers/Cubs/Scouts/ Young Leaders Scorton War Memorial

Institute/Brompton Sports Hall Contact: Joe (Group Scout Leader)

email: geko@talktalk.net phone: 07779 286620

Crafty Ladies 1st & 3rd Thursday in month 1.30pm - 4pm

Scorton Institute Any craft welcome.

Contact Sheila 01748 818332 or Lisa 07771 524122

Domino Drive Every 3rd Tuesday in the month Scorton War

Memorial Institute Contact: Ian Threlfall 01748 811323

2MCs' Club for 5 - 8 & 8 to 11-Yr olds on Monday 3.45pm (term-time

only) at Scorton Methodist Chapel. Contact: Mrs A Heywood 01748

810850 or Mrs B Robinson 01748 811294

Farmers Arms Bookclub Reading club on last Wednesday of the month

7.30 - 9pm in the Farmers Arms. Contact: Laura 01748 812533

Footpath And Bridleway Walks Round Scorton Monthly guided walks

Contact: Jenny Harper 01748 818033

Mums and Tots Scorton Institute Thursday 9.30 –11.30am

Contact: Scorton Village Pre-School 01748 812825

MoniQue’s Sewing Bee Scorton Chapel Wednesday 6.30 — 8.30pm

Contact: Monique Richards 07542977939

Richmond Youth Club Tuesday & Thursday 4 — 8pm Richmond YMCA

Short Mat Bowling Club Every Thursday. Scorton Institute

Contact: Martin Carter 01748 812091

SABLE Rides Monthly bike rides from Scorton

Contact: John Yorke 07795 097985 or sablerides@btinternet.com

Scorton Methodist Chapel Worship Service every Sunday 10.30.

Knit & Natter alternate Tuesdays 1.30 - 3pm

Bible Study Group alternate Tuesdays 1.30pm

Contact: Angela Heywood 01748 810850

St Mary’s Parish Church From 2nd November: Service Sunday 9.30am.

1st Sunday Open2All alternate months at St Marys & St Pauls.

Check village noticeboard or ring Freda 01748 811926

Women’s Institute 1st Wednesday in month 8pm

Scorton Institute Contact: Catherine 01748 810824

Young Farmers Catterick Village Hall every Tuesday 7.30 12 –26yrs

Contact: Richard Walton 07734 833878

If you would like your local club or society to be added please contact Vicki on 01748 811433/vickiraven1@gmail.com