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Fauldhouse Together is published by the Fauldhouse and Breich Valley Community Development Trust, 10 Main Street, Fauldhouse, West Lothian, EH47 9HX. It has a nominal price of 60p, but is distributed free of charge to local residents. The FCDT is a Registered Company: SC313776 and a Registered Charity: SC038616.tel: 01501 773 699 mobile/text: 07434 607 860 email: [email protected] web: www.fauldhouse.org.uk

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A new venue for this year’s Annual Fair Day!

Issue 42, Summer 2019

The latest news on developments in the village, from the F&BV CDT Team

Fauldhouse & Breich Valley Community Development Trust’s

ANNUALFAIR DAY

- A fun family event - MUSIC / STALLS / ACTIVITIES / ENTERTAINERS

SNACKS & REFRESHMENTS / PRIZES

Saturday 7 September 2019

11am to 2pm

Eastfield Development CentreEastfield Road

Fauldhouse, EH47 9LE

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The F&BV CDT Annual Fair Day will be a bit different this year and we hope the day is as much fun as usual!

For more information about this year’s event at Eastfield Development Centre, please contact Lesley or one of the F&BV CDT team on 01501 773 699 or email [email protected]

This year the event will take place at Fauldhouse’s much loved Eastfield Development Centre on Saturday 7 September between 11am and 2pm. The event will take place both inside and out (weather permitting... please keep your fingers crossed!).

If you haven’t visited Eastfield Development Centre recently, this is a chance to see the improvements that the Trust have made to the building and that West Lothian Council have made to the football pitch and outside space.

At the Fauldhouse Annual Fair Day, there will be a music tent with performances by upcoming artists, bouncy castles and giant games, face painting, entertainers, information stalls, crafts, prizes, workshops, snacks and refreshments. There will also be trishaw taster rides, bike workshop and displays from local groups and we hope the Fire Service can bring along one of their appliances. The Salvation Army will bring their food van along, St Andrew’s Church are joining us to do kid’s cake decorating and Sheephouse Nursery will also be providing children’s activities.

We would be absolutely delighted if you could come along and join the fun! I’m sure you’ll agree, it should be a great family friendly event.

Fauldhouse Together – Issue 42, Summer 2019

Fauldhouse faces Peter Lynch Memorial Match

In May, the Georgie Sneddon Memorial Trophy was presented to this year’s winners Golf Club A. Defending champions Commercial A were runners up. Thanks to Jim Steele for his selection of challenging questions and to Greenburn Golf club for their hospitality .

The annual SOBS/TBS fundraising concert in the Miners Welfare club took place during the May holiday weekend. Des Murphy has enjoyed the incredible journey and with the help of Bowser, Tim and Francie has raised a fantastic £55,000 over the past ten years.

On behalf of the organisers, Des takes this opportunity to thank you, the audience of nearly 3,000 for your continued enthusiastic support and donations. Thanks also to the event volunteers, the Welfare Club committee and of course the numerous list of first class entertainers.

The support for the charity was given recognition in the Scottish Parliament.

Gala Day quiz night fundraiser

Margaret Lynch and family members Kieran, Katie and Karen with Team manager Jon Connolly.Margaret presented The Peter Lynch Memorial Trophy to winners Shotts Bon Accord of the annual friendly between Fauldhouse United and Shotts Bon Accord in July.

Marathon men!

Five locals with a combined age of 305 completed a marathon to raise funds for the F&BV CDT to help with the maintenance of the trishaw. £776 was raised, so well done to Royce Graham, Gary Greenhorn, Perry Murdoch, Stephen Ferry and Dave Huddlestone. Thanks for all your efforts!

Touched by Suicide fundraising concert

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If you would like to contribute to the next issue of Fauldhouse Together, please contact us with information you would like to share or maybe photographs of Fauldhouse you think may be of interest to the community. Contact [email protected]

To access the defibrillator in case of emergency use the code C1267 (these details in The Hub window during office hours). If The Hub is closed and you can’t remember the code, dial 999 Ambulance and the Ambulance Service will supply it if appropriate.

Defibrillator access reminder

Jack Aitchison, stands proudly beside the defibrillator and plaque erected outside the Hub in memory of his father George.

C1267

Four local groups have benefited with donations from Lodge St John Crofthead Fauldhouse No 374.Robert Thomson IPM presented the £150 cheques each to Audrey Conner (on behalf of Crohn’s and Colitis UK), Ruth Blair (Falla Hill Primary School) Bonnie Wilson (St John the Baptist School) and Colin Martin (Coach Elite Soccer School).

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Donations to groups

Original walking group?Currently the Fauldhouse Footers walking group leave from The Hub on a Thursday morning at 10am. Their walks are local, are moderate and suit most abilities. Fauldhouse local, Albert Mancini handed a couple of photographs into The Hub which looks like another walking group from Fauldhouse. By the way they are dressed, they look like an adventurous bunch.Do you know anything about this group or when/where these photographs may have been taken?I wonder where they were off to?

Club Secretary, Dave Huddlestone presents the Mancini Family Trophy to Player of the Year, Sammy Watson at Fauldhouse United’s Presentation Night in the Howff.

FUFC presents

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Did you know that F&BV CDT are your local charity? Any money that’s raised for us goes back into your community. If you have any fundraising ideas, contact us or pop into The Hub for a chat.

Your local charity


Dial-A-Ride and Dial-A-Bus services Do you struggle to get to the shops? Do you struggle to access public transport? Would you like a service that picks you up from home and takes you where you need to be, but on a more affordable basis than taxis?

HcL Transport is a local charity that runs vital transportation services for people with mobility challenges in West Lothian. We run two services that help the elderly, people of any age with disabilities or Additional Support Needs or are affected by geographic remoteness that makes public transport very difficult or impossible to use. The services are also available to those who need help short-term eg while waiting for and following surgery such as a knee replacement or hip replacement.

Dial-A-Bus runs a service to The Centre, Asda Livingston and Morrisons Livingston every weekday from different areas across West Lothian; Tuesdays we go to Tesco, Bathgate. On Fridays

we go to Tesco, Bathgate; Morrisons, Bathgate and Tescos, Linlithgow. New passengers can have their first Dial-A-Bus ride for free. A return journey is £3.80. So why not give the service a try? To book call 01506 633 336.

The service is not just transportation, it is a door-through-door service which means the driver can help you from inside your home/outside your home to your destination. If you go shopping the driver will take your shopping onto the bus for you and then into your home (if you wish). All buses are fitted with wheelchair tie downs so can carry two wheelchairs on board with passengers not needing to get out of their wheelchair. The driver can help you get onto the bus, any walking aid and shopping/possessions.

Dial-A-Ride can take you wherever you need to get to. Journeys are varied and based on where you want to go - medical appointments, meeting friends, visiting family, shops, a concert, cinema or theatre, Waverley or Edinburgh Airport or even for a day trip. New passengers get £5 off their first booking. To book or find out more call 01506 633 953.

We’re looking for info about the building F&BV CDT are looking for information about The Hub building from you, the Fauldhouse community.

The Trust have been here since 2011, after renovating the interior of the building to become The Hub as we know it. It was opened on 12 May 2011 by Isobel McKnight, in memory of Wullie McKnight, founding Director of Fauldhouse Community Development Trust.

We know the building was built in 1903 (we are pretty confident about this as it says so on the front). We think it may have been a butcher’s premises at some point and know it was formerly West Lothian Council’s Rent Office. The odd person still comes in to ask housing related questions. Apart from that – we don’t know huge amounts. It must be one of the older buildings in the village. We thought, ‘Who better to ask, than the people of Fauldhouse themselves!’

If you know anything about The Hub, 10 Main Street could you please share with us. We would be interested in its history, any stories or memories you have. Pop into see us, call us on 01501 773 699 or email us at [email protected]

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Fauldhouse & Breich Valley Community Development Trust’s

ANNUALFAIR DAY

- A fun family event - MUSIC / STALLS / ACTIVITIES / ENTERTAINERS

SNACKS & REFRESHMENTS / PRIZES

Saturday 7 September 2019

11am to 2pm

Eastfield Development CentreEastfield Road

Fauldhouse, EH47 9LE

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Eastfield Development CentreEastfield Road, Fauldhouse, EH47 9LE. Call 01501 773 699. You can also follow EDC on twitter @eastfieldcentre and like EDC on facebook at facebook.com/eastfieldcentre.

Ailsa Magnus and Billy Caulfield have been commissioned to undertake the Fauldhouse Mining Tribute Sculpture Project.Over the past few weeks they have been visiting various community groups introducing themselves and raising awareness of the project.

They have spent time gathering reference material and speaking to key members of the community as part of their research.

Ailsa has 25 years experience delivering similar projects throughout the UK. Billy is a multi-media artist and has worked on numerous projects throughout Scotland. Their combined skills and knowledge will bring something unique and memorable to Fauldhouse.

They have recently delivered a series of creative workshops to engage with the community. Through consultation with ex-miners and their families they intend to create a lasting legacy for the community of Fauldhouse.

Details of the Fauldhouse Mining Tribute Scupture Project can be found at The Hub, 10 Main Street or by calling 07710 510 400 or email: [email protected], [email protected]

Mining Tribute Sculpture Project Workshops

Have your say on the future of the Eastfield Development CentreSince 2017, Fauldhouse and Breich Valley Community Development Trust has been managing the Eastfield Development Centre on Eastfield Road.

The Centre is currently being used by several local groups, but we are aware that it has the potential to offer much more to the community. We want to invest in improvements that will make the Eastfield Development Centre into a more welcoming, functional and accessible space for everyone. Owning the building will help us find the funding to do this.

We will only do this if the community wants it, if it will make a difference and be financially viable. To ensure that this is the case, we want to ask your views. Please take a few minutes to complete our short survey which is available at www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/Eastfield-Centre. If you would

prefer to complete this survey on paper, you can pick up a copy from the Eastfield Development Centre, 2 Eastfield Road or from The Hub at 10 Main Street, Fauldhouse. If you have any queries or are a group interested in hiring the Eastfield Development Centre please contact Paul Renwick by e-mail at [email protected] or by calling 01501 773 699.

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The Hub has office space available to rent. If you would like details or to view the facilities, please contact The Hub, F&BV CDT, 10 Main Street, Fauldhouse, EH47 9HX email: [email protected] tel: 01501 773 699

Office space to rent

Fundraiser for the Fauldhouse Christmas Tree

It costs over £600 to provide a Christmas tree for Fauldhouse and so far F&BV CDT has been fundraising to cover these expenses.To help out F&BV CDT with this task, Albert Mancini, Margaret Riley and Paul Swan are kindly organising a Fundraising Social Night. This evening will include a Quiz, Bingo, Music and Karaoke in the Miners Welfare Lounge on Friday 20 September at 7pm. This will be part of Septemberfest19.Tickets will be available soon and are £3 per person. Contact Margaret Riley or The Hub for tickets. Looks like it will be a fun evening!

As part of Septemberfest St Andrews Church are showing the film ‘Calamity Jane’ on Friday 6 September at 2pm.Doors open 1.30 pm and the film show is free but refreshments will be available to purchase.

Film showing

Crofthead Care Home has been chosen by residents and their families as one of the Top 20 care homes in Scotland. Crofthead has proved they provide a high standard of care, it is a huge achievement to be recognised for being a top rated care home by the people receiving the care. Marcia Stewart, Manager stated that we are delighted to have received this award for the second year in succession. It is recognition of all the hard work the staff team at Crofthead deliver on a daily basis.

Local Care Home success!

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Fauldhouse and Breich Valley Community Development Trust

CYCLING WITHOUT

AGEFauldhouse

Recruiting volunteer trishaw pilots. Training provided.

Interested? Contact The Hub on 01501 773 699

or email [email protected]

@fauldhousecdt @fauldhousecdt

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Fauldhouse and Breich Valley Timebank

Cycling Without Age FauldhouseWe need you!The Trishaw rides have been going really well – just look at the pictures below, everyone’s smiles say it all! However, we really need more Volunteer Trishaw Pilots (cyclists) to help us. Can you spare an hour or two any day? If so, pop in for an application form, contact The Hub on 01501 773 699 or email Ann at [email protected]

Tip The Trishaw is electric/power assisted so you don’t need to be super fit!

Criteria You must be aged 16+, be able to ride a bike, have road sense and be comfortable talking with older people.

Trishaw training is given and a full disclosure (PVG) will be applied for by us.

Stay informed Pop in or call us at the hub or like and follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CWAFauldhouse/

Updates We are participating in an evaluation report by Heriot Watt University to help to show the benefits of the Trishaw. Some of the residents from Bield and Crofthead have participated in the studies. The 2018 report is available for viewing on our Facebook page and also a hard copy in The Hub if you wish to have a read.

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Timebank offers and needsTimebank has many needs and offers. If you can help or want further information, please pop into The Hub and speak to Ann or email: [email protected]

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ExchangesSewing machine repair workshop

Timebank exchanges take place regularly and vary from one to another. From individual to group and organisational exchanges. We recently had a request to check the electrics and put a plug on an older sewing machine. Timebank member Dave worked his magic, discovered the electrics were American and repaired! Thanks to people giving their time, this Singer sewing machine, which holds lovely memories and sentimental value is now working again. It’s the little things that can make a difference!

Time to celebrateSome of our fabulous volunteers and timebank members enjoyed an afternoon of thanks at West Lothian Volunteer Network’s Volunteer Celebration 2019. Feedback from those who attended the event said, “It was a lovely afternoon and great to see so many volunteers from different organisations giving their time to help others”.

If you want to see more pictures from the day look at #WLVN www.facebook.com/WestLothianVN/


Another timebank member gave his time to repair and service sewing machines during our repair workshop. We had very old machines as well as new machines and a challenging over-locker. John was fantastic! He repaired, serviced and gave helpful instruction and advice to everyone that attended. We had a lovely evening chatting while enjoying our donated pie and beans followed by cake and a cuppa.

Thank you to all who participated. Keep sewing!

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For more information, pop into The Hub, 10 Main Street, Fauldhouse, EH47 9HX

Tel 01501 773 699 or email [email protected]

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• Pick up your clue sheet and torch (between the above dates) from The Hub• Hand in your completed sheet into The Hub when you’ve finished and pick up your

spooky prize (to be claimed before 3pm, Monday 28th October)

Fauldhouse Halloween Hunt!Monday 21st to Monday 28th October 2019

Christmas in Fauldhouse


For more information, pop into The Hub, 10 Main Street, Fauldhouse, EH47 9HX

Tel 01501 773 699 or email [email protected]

Community Hamper Donations

December 2019. Date TBC. Further information to follow. Tickets will be available from The Hub.

Drop off your hamper donations to The Hub, 10 Main Street, Fauldhouse between Monday 25th November and Monday 9th December (no alcohol please).

Community Dinner

Support your local charity, join Fauldhouse and Breich Valley Community Development Trust!Membership of the Fauldhouse and Breich Valley Community Development Trust can show your commitment to helping us deliver positive, sustainable improvements to your village. Whether your commitment extends to being simply a supporter of the charity or you want to get more involved in our events and activities, your membership is very important to us. Please complete the form below and join up today.

I wish to join the Fauldhouse and Breich Valley Community Development Trust Please return your details to F&BV CDT, The Hub, 10 Main Street, Fauldhouse, EH47 9HX

Name:Address: Postcode:Tel:

All the data we hold is gathered and managed in strict accordance with General Data Protection Regulation 2018. Your personal data will be treated as strictly confidential, and will be shared only with other organisations to comply with a legitimate interest or a legal obligation ie OSCR or

funders. You can update or have your data removed from our records at any time by sending an e-mail to [email protected] page 11Fauldhouse Together – Issue 42, Summer 2019

Email:Would you be interested in becoming a volunteer with the F&BV CDT?

Yes/NoWould you be happy for us to contact you about any up and coming events?

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The Hub Community CalendarCheck out F&BV CDT’s Community Calendar at www.fauldhouse.org.uk/fcdtevents It has a selection of events and activities on at The Hub, Eastfield Development Centre and a variety of events taking place in Fauldhouse over the coming months.If you want to ensure your organisation’s event is listed on the website please phone 01501 773 699 or email [email protected]

Useful contactsScottish Police: In an emergency call 999 To report a crime call 101Whitburn Police Station: 01501 740 222Safety advice from the Scottish Fire & Rescue: 0800 169 0320West Lothian Foodbank: 01501 229 307The Food Train: 01506 413 013West Lothian Financial Inclusion Network: 01501 771 775Advice Shop Bathgate: 01506 283 000Fauldhouse Partnership Centre: 01501 773 000West Lothian Council: 01506 280 000Doctors’ Surgeries: Lanrigg Practice 01501 773 045Breich Valley Practice 01501 773 020Fauldhouse Health Centre Line: 01501 773 046Dentist: 01501 773 032

At The HubOpening hours The Hub is open Monday–Thursday from 8.45am to 4.30pm, Friday from 8.45am to 3pm (plus evenings/weekends as/if required). Fauldhouse Art Group are at The Hub Mondays from 1.45–3.45pm. New members welcome.

Timebank ‘Sewing With Sandra’ Group at The Hub on Wednesdays from 10.30am–12pm.Take a Break Craft Group are at The Hub Wednesdays from 1–3pm. New members always welcome.

The Fauldhouse Footers leave from The Hub every Thursday at 10am. Local walks are moderate and suit most abilities.

Blackburn, Seafield & District Credit Union are at The Hub every Friday from 12noon–1pm.Bridge Money Advice Service are at The Hub on the last Friday of the month from 12noon – 1pm. For more info contact 01506 238 980.

WLSEN (West Lothian Social Enterprise Network) have their office in The Hub. See www.wlsen.org.uk for details or tel: 01501 773 659

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