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Parochial Parish Council Supported by the Parish Council

Editor. Roger Welby-Everard 01400 273459 Email: roger@welby-everard.com

We are all being encouraged to get more exercise and some of us make the occa-sional effort to improve our fitness, but I have to take my hat off to six men and true who are passing through our village on the 8th and 9th of this month. They are part of The Walk of A Thousand Men team, who every now and then set themselves a challenge to walk through the countryside as part of their Christian witness, on this occasion from Sempringham in the south and from Barton in the north of our county, to meet up in Lincoln and share all that has happened to them on the way. Wearing Lincoln green T shirts and rucksacks you may meet them on the way as they plan to visit our school to entertain the children, the pubs for a bit of re-freshment and the church for a bit more!, so as they journey on towards Lincoln, please feel free to stop them and enjoy some conversation they are six very inter-esting, much travelled people. The walkers follow a good Christian tradition of pilgrimage, visiting holy places which have built on the prayerful visits of Christians for often hundreds of years, Sempringham being one of ‘our own’. Jesus, out of necessity, walked where he wanted to go, he had little choice, and of course met many people along the way. It was on one of these walks to Emmaus that he met some of his friends after the resurrection, who didn’t recognise him at first, but at supper, break-ing bread with them, they all then knew that their dear-est friend had come to them. Our pilgrims, Ian, Phil and Dave, Tom, Chris and Mar-tin, Tim and Peter want to share what they know of God, his love for everyone of us but mostly what you know and care about, and like Jesus sharing meals with as many people as possible is their plan, Lord we thank you for your love of this world, and for making yourself known in Jesus Christ, your Son. Lord Jesus Christ, you are the Saviour of the world. As you have promised, go with us as we journey through life together,

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PHOTOCOPYING We do welcome people who wish to do some photocopying at the Rectory. This is offered as a facility to all people who live in the Benefice, and the “contributions” made (5p per copy) help to keep the cost of maintenance of the machine down.

St. Vincent’s Church, Caythorpe Parochial Church Council

PARISH PRIEST: The Revd June Freshney 279199 LAY CHAIRMAN: Mrs Janet Avison 272158 CHURCHWARDENS: Mrs Jo Russell 273551 Mr John Scott 272974 SECRETARY: Mrs Carol Ridler 273267 TREASURER: Mr Roger Welby-Everard 273459

Holy Spirit, as we walk fill us with the same wisdom, courage and power with which our Lord Jesus proclaimed the gospel of the Kingdom. This prayer adapted from the Across Lincs Prayer. Please pray it for them and for one another t fellow pilgrims in the sometimes rugged journey of our lives.

yours in faith and love, June Friday Club meets on 26th June at 3.45pm in St Vincent’s Church. This infor-mal time is especially planned for young children, their parents and carers and you are warmly welcomed

On 3rd May we celebrated the baptism of:- Alyssha Bond, Sophie Bond.

Dontay Evans, Brandon Evans, Benjamin Evans. in St Vincent’s Church

Church Floodlighting 27 Apr To celebrate the 60th birthday of Anne Beardmore (Chatterton) 7 May In memory of Dennis Godson on his birthday 28 May In loving memory of Ken Lewis on his birthday

To have the Church Floodlit for your celebration or remembrance contact Mary Siddans 01400 272371

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SERVICES IN JUNE

Wednesday 3rd June Martyrs of Uganda 9.00 am Caythorpe Holy Communion Friday 5th June Boniface 8.45 am Fulbeck Morning Prayer Sunday 7th June TRINITY SUNDAY 9.00 am Caythorpe Holy Communion 10.00 pm Fulbeck Sung Eucharist Wednesday 10th June Corpus Christi (11th) 9.00 am Caythorpe Holy Communion Friday 12th June Barnabas the Apostle 8.45 am Fulbeck Morning Prayer Sunday 14th June TRINITY 1 10.00 am Caythorpe Sung Eucharist (Mrs Dorey & Mrs J Russell) 6.00 pm Carlton Scroop Evensong Wednesday 17th June 9.00 am Caythorpe Holy Communion Friday 19th June 8.45 am Fulbeck Morning Prayer 3.45 pm Caythorpe Friday Club Sunday 21st June TRINITY 2 10.00 am Fulbeck Sung Eucharist 6.00 pm Caythorpe Celtic Prayer Wednesday 24th June Birth of John the Baptist 9.00 am Caythorpe Holy Communion Friday 26th June Ember Day 8.45 am Fulbeck Morning Prayer 3.45 pm Caythorpe Friday Club - with Baptism Sunday 28th June TRINITY 3 Peter & Paul Apostles (29th) 9.00 am Carlton Scroop Holy Communion (BCP) 9.30 am Caythorpe Breakfast 10.15 am Caythorpe Joint Family Service

St Mary’s Catholic Church Grantham 1, North Parade (Tel. 01476 563935)

Masses Saturday 6.00 pm Sunday 8.00 am, 10.00 am Most weekdays 9.00 am

CHRISTCHURCH (Methodist & United Reformed Church) GRANTHAM Sunday Services held at 10.30am and 6.00pm at Finkin St./Castlegate

CAYTHORPE OPEN GARDENS

JUNE 21ST FROM 12 TO 5PM IS CAYTHORPE OPEN GARDENS DAY, WE HAVE AROUND TEN OPEN THIS YEAR. DO PLEASE VISIT THEM. PAY

AND COLLDCT YOUR SUGGESTED ROUTE AT THE CHURCH GREEN AND DON’T FORGET TO RETURN TO THE CHURCH FOR TEA.

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'Nurturing vigour and values in youth' You may have your own ideas on the best way to do that ! At the Bridge Youth Council we have a fast growing group of young people full of vig-our. Getting permission, making plans, assessing the costs and completing the building of the new BMX Track all in 3 weeks takes a lot of vigour. Councils of other sorts take note ! The costs were actually covered by a BBQ at the site to celebrate completion when vil-lagers came to take a look . Right now the newly formed council are planning events, training, trips out, fund raising and social action in our community. With loads of fun in the whole mix. The steering group of 4 adults will watch over and advise where necessary. So much for vigour, what about values ? We have had to learn to share already as although it was built and owned by youth the BMX track is open to all who come along. There will be problems coming up on the journey so good values are essential to learn how to overcome them. So we will be nur-turing values to build good relationships. We hope to set up a page on the Parish Council website or build our own , so you may follow the activity with us. For more information contact: Bob 273710, Adam 273551,or Paul 07814272218.

Sarah McQuaid in Concert Caythorpe Church Sat 11th July

With Support artist Neil O’Grady Madrid-born Sarah McQuaid was raised in Chicago, studied philosophy in Strasbourg and spent many years in Ireland before pitching up in Penzance, Cornwall, in 2007. Drawing on the traditions of Ireland, America and the UK, her music is sublime and compelling, characterised by warm, velvety vocals and a distinctive acoustic guitar style. Sarah is also the author of a highly-regarded guitar tutor, The Irish DADGAD Guitar Book www.sarahmcquaid.com

The evening will commence with Neil O’Grady highly talented classical guitarist, Tickets £7 will include light refreshments Door open 7pm, concert to start at 7.30pm

Tickets available from Micky & Cathy McNulty 01400 273549, the village post office, or church wardens Jo Russell and John Scott. Subject to demand tickets may also be available on the door on the evening itself, be sure and get yours early to avoid disap-pointment.

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Caythorpe Mother & Toddlers Group We meet each Friday in the Village Hall at 1.45 pm to 3.15 pm. Cost for Mother and one child £1.50, additional adults/children 50p, babies under 9 months no charge. Drinks and biscuits included .

. For further information contact: Chris Stevens 275046

CAYTHORPE PRE-SCHOOL Caythorpe Pre-School runs morning sessions from 9.15 am to 12 noon on Tuesday to Friday each week in Caythorpe Village Hall. (Term time Only).

Children must be 2 years or over. Funded places are available for 3 and 4 year olds.

For more details and an application form please call 07952 990710 (during session time)

CAYTHORPE BADMINTON CLUB We meet every Monday evening in the Village Hall from 6.30-9.00 pm

Junior Session (11+) 6.30-7.30 pm (adults most welcome to assist) Adult Session (18+) 7.30-9.00 pm

Rackets and Shuttlecocks provided. Last Session before Summer Break 20th July - Restart 7th Sept

Contacts: Cheryl 01400 273357 Mary 01400 273069

BRIDGE GROUP - meets Mondays 7.30pm Contact 01400 272535

Caythorpe & Frieston Village Hall Great for clubs, parties, dances or meetings.

Village Events every couple of months Friday evenings are now available. If you wish to set up a club, or have

ideas for using this regular booking slot, please contact: e: pwoodways@aol.com t: 01400 272724

CAYTHORPE JUNIOR BADMINTON CLUB The last session for the 2008/2009 season was on Monday 18th May.

The Club will re-start on Monday 28th Sept 2009 Caythorpe Village Hall 4pm - 5pm

Caythorpe Surgery Reception Opening Hours

Mon 8.30am - 8.30pm Tue 8.30am - 6.00pm Wed 8.30am - 6.30pm Thu 8.30am - 6.00pm Fri 8.30am - 6.00pm

Surgery Hours Monday 9.00am - 12.00 noon 3.30pm - 8.30pm Tuesday 9.00am - 12.00 noon 3.30pm - 5.00pm Wednesday 9.00am - 12.00 noon 4.00pm - 5.30pm Thursday 9.00am - 12.00 noon 2.00pm - 3.30pm (Child Clinic only) Friday 9.00am - 12.00 noon 3.30pm - 5.00pm

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CAYTHORPE – A PERSONAL VIEW – Elizabeth de Burgh

Janet Norman © It has been assumed that St Vincent’s Church owes its existence to Lady Elizabeth de Burgh and while she may have made it possible for our church to flourish by her patron-age there is evidence that the church was established long before Lady Elizabeth sup-ported the foundation. Perhaps, one day, there will be an opportunity to explore the part played by other people, but for now I will concentrate on what we know about Lady Elizabeth and her association to our church. Firstly, who was this lady, and why did she play such a prominent role in supporting St. Vincent’s church? Elizabeth was born on the 6th of July 1332, and was the only child of William Donn de Burgh, 3rd Earl of Ulster, and his wife Maud of Lancaster (it might be worth while re-membering the name ‘Lancaster’ as it has an important part to play in the dynastic strug-gles for the English crown during the 14th and 15th centuries). With the assassination of her father, William, on 6th June 1333 Elizabeth became the sole heir to the vast lands of the de Burgh family. Luckily for her she was living in Eng-land when her father was murdered, which was just as well because Williams death pre-cipitated a feud between several members of the Irish Clan Burke (family de Burgh), and within weeks the situation had deteriorated into what became known as the Burke Civil War of 1333-38. For a historian the carryings on during this turbulent period of English history is the equivalent to a present day whodunit because it deals with violence of every kind as vari-ous sections of the Houses of York and Lancaster battled for supremacy, as they sought to wear the crown of England, and Edward III was on the throne, and had been since 1327. King Edward III and his wife, Philippa of Hainault had ten children, the eldest being Prince Edward of Woodstock, who is more famously known as the Black Prince. Inci-dentally, his suit of amour, shield and great helm are displayed in Canterbury Cathedral, and, you might suppose are caste in burnished black metal. But we are not interested in him our focus is in the 3rd son, Prince Lionel of Antwerp (where he was born) on 29th November 1338. However, as an older brother had died in infancy, Lionel was now the second son of a sovereign which meant his prospects were strictly limited, the first thing the king had to do was to find Lionel a suitable wife, one who was rich enough to support a king’s son. Finding a suitable (rich and unmarried) lady led the king to take a look at Lady Eliza-beth de Burgh, although she was only 6 years old her credentials were perfect. Firstly, she was unmarried. Secondly, she was the sole heir to the vast lands of William, Earl of Ulster by his wife Maud, second daughter of Prince Henry, Earl of Lancaster, a grandson of King Henry III. In what seems undignified haste before Lionel had reached his third birthday the King had engineered a marriage between Prince Lionel and Lady Elizabeth. Oh, and before you gasp in shock at such a union the marriage was not consummated for several years. Next month we shall explore how this marriage actually influenced English history.

BINGO 16th May Thank you to everyone who came to the bingo evening on Saturday 16th May, it was the best attendance yet and raised a healthy amount towards the Christmas party for the Cay-thorpe and Frieston Old Friends. I shall be holding another evening around the end of August and will advertise it in plenty of time. I have also produced a QUIZ SHEET with 2 great prizes of a ½ day for 6 children at PGL Caythorpe, so if you need ideas for your child’s party…….!! The sheets are avail-able from Rachel at 47A High Street, Caythorpe (272724 or 07852 195873). Thank you all again, and to everyone who donated prizes and I hope to see everyone at the next evening. Rachel

Caythorpe & Frieston Sports & Social Club Barn Dance / Ho Down Sat 4th July

Tickets are selling fast and we have a limited number for sale Don’t miss out on this fun night out for all Get your tickets soon before they all go!!

Tickets (£8 adult £2 child) available from the bar at the club, Caythorpe Post Office or Tel 01400 273204

Multiple Sclerosis Coffee Morning. Deanna & Joyce would like to thank everyone who supported their coffee morning in aid of Multiple Sclerosis on Friday May 1st.

They raised £400 thanks to your generosity.

The Playing Field The Playing Field Committee would like to thank all the volunteers who helped to mar-shal the route and in other areas on the field. This event required a lot of volunteer help and your help was appreciated. We had a successful day and had several comments on how much people had enjoyed the day. On June 2nd the Playing Field Committee are holding their Annual General Meeting at 8pm in the Pavilion. If you would like to join us and help we would be very grateful. We support a lot of activities on the field from Junior & Senior Football & cricket to the Play Area and a Youth Club. If we do not get this support this facility may very well disappear. As a Committee we feel this would leave an empty village with very little for the younger age groups. If you feel you may be able to support us please come along on June 2nd and Keep your Playing Field Alive. Sue Dix

CLEANER Caythorpe Playing Field Committee require a Cleaner for approximately 6 hours work per week at the Playing Field Pavilion. A job share would be considered. For further in-formation please contact Sue Dix 01400272105 (Secretary)

We did it again – and still none of us fell overboard! (continued) Next morning produced the interesting sight of various boaters mounting their bicycles and pedaling off with rolls of loo-paper. Captain walked up to Spar for bread. We set off at about nine for the short trip across the end of the étang into the beginning of the Canal du Midi. The Canal du Midi is 240 km long and stretches from Toulouse to the Étang de Thau. At Toulouse it connects with the Canal de Garonne. These two canals connect the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. The biggest problem in building a canal through the region was that of having sufficient water to keep the higher reaches full. In 1662 a certain Pierre-Paul Riquet reckoned he had a solution to the problem and in 1666 King Louis X1V or-dered the project to start. By building a dam in the nearby Montagne Noir (Black Moun-tain) a supply of water was channeled to the summit point of the canal which served to keep the waters topped up. The canal was eventually opened to navigation in 1681, but sadly Pierre-Paul Riquet did not live to see his efforts crowned. The canal has 103 locks which serve to lift it from sea level at the Étang de Thau to its summit at 194 metres (636 feet) above sea level. It also has the first canal tunnel ever built which is 170 metres long. Looking at the dates it might have been useful if Pierre-Paul had been in London in 1666, his water works might have helped with a little problem that started in Pudding Lane. So we entered this amazing waterway. Our route would take us up to and over the sum-mit via the tunnel and the great majority of the locks. Readers who have being paying attention – and I am sure you all are – will have noticed that, since the first one just out-side Lattes, we have not been through any more locks. That is about to change with a vengeance! Once into the Canal, and a decent distance from the étang, we dealt with our rather full loos and washing basins. Unfortunately it soon became apparent the loo in the forward bathroom was not going to dispose of its load without a struggle. Despite giving it time to settle and frequent pumping efforts we had no success. After a while we rang Locaboat and arranged to meet one of their engineers at a village further up the Canal. At least we have a second loo in proper working order. So we progressed along the canal. At first it was a fairly straight stretch and then a sharp turn took us to the first of the locks. We were now going uphill and as we rounded the

corner we saw that the lock was starting to open so we were able to go in and secure up without too much difficulty. For several weeks while we were still in England, when the almost incessant rain permitted, CCBW had spent time in the garden practicing throwing a rope up and over a bollard. She had become quite expert at this and now came the moment to put it into practice for real. And bingo, she got it over first time! After the first lock we had a short stretch to the

next which again was hidden just round a corner. It seemed to be the rule to hide locks round a corner and to keep you waiting to find out whether or not the lock is open. If it was not. you then had to decide quickly where you're going to tie up to wait. After the second lock we had a short stretch on a real river, the Hêrault, then there was a sharp

turn into the canal. The turning was almost invisible until we were opposite the canal entrance, even then we seemed to turn into a bank of trees, not quite certain if we were going in at the right place. There was a large helpful arrow pointing the way but in true Gallic form it was more of a gesture that a definite instruction – c’est là-bas M’sieur. (It is over there - somewhere) The next lock we came to was an intriguing one called the Bassin Rond. This round lock, just north of Agde, was built in 1680 and originally was totally round but appar-ently in 1984 it was modified to allow grain barges to do something which we didn’t really understand – the Guide was gloriously vague on the topic. Unusually there are three gates in this lock. Two of these allow entrance and exit on the canal, the third al-lows seagoing boats to get on to or out of the River Hêrault. The gates to-from the canal do not change your height above sea level but are purely there to shut off the canal wa-ters while the deep lock to the river is cycled. Canal boats are not permitted on the river but when you are in the basin you can see down the river which is about 5-6 km from the sea. We had a long wait outside the lock for reasons that where not very clear. The Guide listed times when the gates were opened for river traffic, but it was not one of those times. Eventually we got in and passed through with out much problem. It was strange to be in a lock in which, with care, one could have driven round in circles with-out touching the sides! We pottered on down the canal having about 12 km to go before the next lock. We then passed the most ghastly looking place. A mixture between Alton Towers and Ingermelds with added Gallic flourishes, it did not attract us at all. The large roller coaster ride towered above the canal like some hideous dinosaur. Happily we were early enough in the day for it not to be in operation – otherwise the noise would have added to our woes! Shortly after this horror we went through a fasci-nating structure which was built to allow the flood waters of a river (R. Libron) to cross the canal. Driving through this narrow and low structure felt as though one was inside the rib cage of some ancient monster in the Natural His-tory Museum, perhaps it had escaped from Gal-lic-Alton Towers a few miles down the canal and died of starvation because the lack of happy holi-day makers to eat. We were now beginning to feel a bit peckish so decided to moor up on the bank for a leisurely lunch. The sun was pretty strong and we had got our new Aigues-Mortes para-sol in use. Seeing a nice shady spot between some trees we started to make our ap-proach. Something went wrong, and we had to back out and try again – yes, you have guessed it, in backing out we managed to bend our brand new parasol on a low hanging branch. The plane trees that line much of the canal look very pretty, but are very solid when you try and go through their branches. Happily the bend we had created in the parasol support pole was not quite as comprehensive as our first day effort and we were able to straighten it – planes trees have a little bit more give than solid metal bridges! It continued to serve perfectly well with a little assistance from kitchen paper towel stuffed into the hole to keep it rigid. Perhaps as we had bent this one by going backwards there

CAYTHORPE AND FRIESTON SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUB NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

The Annual General meeting of Caythorpe and Frieston Sports and Social Club will take place at 9p.m. on Tuesday 2nd.June 2009 in the Hammond Pavilion in the play-ing field. Everyone is welcome to attend.

By way of background the law relating to Charities makes it practicably impossi-ble for a registered charity, such as the Playing Field Committee to sell alcohol. As a consequence if people and organisations would like the sale of alcoholic drinks in con-nection with sporting and other occasions the usual practice is for the creation of a mem-bers club which is allowed to run a bar. This is why Caythorpe Sports and Social Club came into existence. Everyone is very welcome to apply for membership.

The Social Club meets every month and in effect is a small enterprise where the profits are ploughed back into the Playing Field and the sports teams which use it. For example it has agreed a grant towards the project to provide new play equipment. Every month the Social Club makes a payment of £250.00 to the Playing Field for the use of the bar in the pavilion. The annual fireworks display is organised by the Social Club.

At the Annual General Meeting a new committee is appointed to run the Social Club for the following year. If you would like to be a part of the new committee please come along and let your name be put forward. Involvement in the committee can be very enjoyable and this particular committee is slightly different from many other community projects in that it is run as a business with all of the financial and other controls which you would expect from a business being present.

However, the committee is always looking for ‘new blood’ with new ideas and if you feel you have something to contribute PLEASE COME TO THE AGM ON 2nd. June 2009. You will be made most welcome. Richard Dix Vice Chairman

is a lesson to be learnt. Go through low bridges astern, first the helmsman may notice the parasol and if he doesn’t it won’t bend quite so drastically – just a thought.

From then on we became positively neurotic about bridges and low trees. At the first sight of one the cry ‘Down Parasol’ would be raised. Sometimes the trees along the canal went away and we could see the open countryside. It was baking hot and not a cloud in the sky.

Away to the north was a large statue of a bull. Being close to Spain the Languedoc region is also keen pn bull fighting - though not quite such a cruel and bloody version as the Spanish! Next month - Loo Clearing attempts and a Chihauhau with attitude.

Caythorpe & District Garden Society- May Any gardeners sceptical about the ease and merits of organic garden must

have been won over by Sally Cunningham. Without any props or slides she ex-plained in simple terms how to 'love your bugs' and encourage the good insects into your garden and deter the bad ones. Her easy style and wealth of knowledge made for an interesting and informative evening.

The open garden meeting in June (9th) is to be held at Washbrook Farm, Fulbeck from 7pm. Members attending are asked to bring a small plate of food to contribute towards the buffet.

A few places are still available on the outing to Coton Manor and Cottes-brook Hall on June 18th. Anyone interested should ring Ian Broughton on 01400 275033. The coach will pick up in Fulbeck at 9a.m.opposite the Hare & Hounds and Caythorpe at 9.15 a.m. near the Hammond Pavilion in Old Lincoln Road.

Caythorpe & District WI - May The meeting was devoted to the plight of honey bees whose numbers have

crashed in recent years. This year's WI resolution is to urge the government to increase the funding for research into bee health. Local beekeeper Simon Croson took the meeting through the honey bee's year with some stunning photographs of his own colonies. Mary-lyn Mason then summed up the possible causes of the bees decline, outlining how vital they are not just to our food crops but to the whole ecology of the nation and the planet.

The meeting approved the resolution unanimously. Pauline Dorey describe the course she attended at the WI's Denman College. With

the help of a bursary she won at last year's Spring Council meeting she studied the mak-ing of silver jewellery. She showed the excellent jewellery she had made and urged any-one else who got the chance to go to Denman to take it.

Ann Ashcroft won the competition for a decorative wine cork, Mavis Coxon was second and Robina Heald third. The Flower of the Month was won by Daphne Page, Joint 2nd Barbara Phelps and Ros Hollingsworth. Robina Heald won the raffle. Next month's meeting is all about herbs and the competition is for a herbal remedy.

We meet every second Thursday in the month in Caythorpe Village Hall at 7.30 p.m. It's a great way to get to know people, particularly if you are new to the district. On a national and international level our campaigns can make a difference.

Temporary Road Closures for Surface Dressing a. Pottergate - A17 to Caythorpe Heath - 22 Jun 09 to 31 Jun 09. b. Church Lane, Caythorpe - 22 Jun 09 to 31 Jun 09. c. Back Lane, Caythorpe - 22 Jun 09 to 31 Jun 09. d. Hough-on-the-Hill to Frieston - 22 Jun 09 to 31 Jun 09.

Local diversion routes will be signposted.

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The Caythorpe Duathlon 2009 First, a big thank you to all the marshals on the course and those at Transition and other activities on the field and in the Pavilion. Nearly 40 villagers turned out to help. The race was a big success with a great atmosphere at the finish area for another hour or so after the finish. The first 5k run ended up with a tough climb up to Wheatgrass lane before mounting the bikes for a 10 mile windy ride. Chris Brown of Mansfield led after the ride but was losing a little ground on the final run around the village but held on to win from 50 years old Mike Barnsdale from Spalding Triathlon. Locals were in greater numbers this year with the team of Dunderdales coming in third but as winning team.Steve Hesketh from Hough was 5th. Rosie Morison from PGL was 1st lady in 30-40 group and Peter Rushmere and Phil Rann were 25th.Biggest improvement was from Martin Clarke in 40th with Mark Fells close behind . Pete Langley sprinted home in 36th and Paul Hardern 44th. Nick Binz led his work colleagues home in 47th.Kevin from the Waggon toughed it all the way with the biggest cheer coming home in 59th. Well done to the new recruits from the youth who did some splendid work as first time helpers.

CAYTHORPE & FRIESTON VILLAGE HALL COMMITTEE

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Come along with YOUR teddy bear. Bring your Mum and Dad too – with THEIR bears, if they can find them.

There will be young first aid helpers and stretcher bearers to carry bears that have landed to the medical post for a check up.

There will be a certificate for every bear that takes part. Several experienced spare bears will be on hand to jump for

anybody who hasn’t got a bear or whose bear is too old or in-firm or just too frightened to jump. Hire: £1

Bring your teddy bears’ picnic to share with your friends. Bring a rug to sit on.

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Mountain’s reply in which he states the company has in 12 years not had any form of accident or complaint regarding road widths, bends or traffic issues and to refuse plan-ning permission on the grounds of A607 bends is wholely inappropriate. Mr Mountain continues, the local community has gained in many positive ways by the company’s presence, by increased prosperity, the number of jobs provided which have involved many local facilities have improved or remained open. He states they are applying for an increase in tonnages handled up to 200,000 tonnes on a site that in many areas would be a licence for over 350,0000 tonnes. He states they are 600m from an A road and on a site that has had various levels of industry for over 150 years. Caythorpe Parish Council have resolved not to support this application for a number of reasons, the site location and in our view inadequate access roads. Finally, Parish Councillors do not claim expenses as a matter of course. In over 20 years I have once claimed £5 bus fare to go to Lincs CC HQ on parish business – I now use ny bus pass!

Andy Roberts - Chairman

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Andy Roberts (Chairman) 01400 273 320

Richard Dix (Vice-Chairman) 01400 272 105 Simon Barter 01400 273 733

Marie Crawford 01400 272 104

Neil Fritzsche 01400 273 293 Janet Norman 01400 273 878

Mark Ridler 01400 273 267

John Scott 01400 272 974

Andrew Smith 01400 272 625 Peter Taylor

01400 272 848 Mark Woodward 01400 273 942

Clerk to the Council Mr Pat Fleming 01400 275 105 Parish Council News

The Parish Council are to financially support the construction of a porch at the Village Hall and the provision of a new children’s play equipment area in the Playing Field. It may be necessary to borrow money to be able to do this. The Clerk is currently investi-gating this and we will make a decision when the facts are known. Enquiries are continuing into the construction of a footpath at the edge of Frieston Green on the eastern side from Hough Road to the tarmaced drive running east-west. Council-lor John Scott is sorting this out and will report back in due course. It was proposed to pay for Caythorpe Village signs set in stone. These have not been supported by the Highways Department on safety grounds. Refurbishment of the Cay-thorpe signs on the A607 at Lincolnshire County Council may be an option. John Scott gave details of an offer to erect a wooden Frieston sign on the Green beside the A607. It had been proposed to pay for a Lincolnshire County flag for the Village Flag Pole in the Churchyard. However retired village postmistress, Janet Stevenett has kindly offered to donate the flag to the Village. We have gratefully accepted the offer and resolved to pay for a Union Jack to be flown on Royal occasions. Also resolved was financial sup-port to help pay for the cost of mowing of the Church Green and Churchyard and servic-ing of the Church clock. For some tim wood chipping dust has been blowing out of the Mid UK recycling site. A demister system, similar to the one in the plasterboard process is being fitted to solve this problem. When the system is fitted it will give the appearance of a white cloud. The Environment Agency states this poses no risk to the environment. Concern was expressed about a lowlying blue smoke haze coming from the Bioflame incinerator chimney. Their Commercial Manager states this will not be repeated and it was not a health hazard. Discussions are taking place with the manufacturers to prevent a recurrence. Bioflame state that the plant will go live on 26th/27th May. The recent re-cabling and erection of electricity poles to the East of the village required the provision of large, noisy generating sets being positioned around the village whilst the work was completed. Normanton and Carlton Scroop Parish Council wrote to MP Douglas Hogg about con-cerns by the villages about the planning applications by Mid UK to increase tonnages handled from 120,000 to 200,000. Mr Hogg forwarded Mid UK Chairman Mowbray

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