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Take positive action with family mediation

Take positive action with family mediation

If you are looking to separate or divorce, Family Mediation can help.Crombie Wilkinson Solicitors family mediators have the experience and expertise to empower you to make the decisions that will be right for you with regards to children,

fi nances and property if you are separating or divorcing.

Contact Chris Myles at Crombie Wilkinson Solicitors for an initial assessment meeting. Call 01904 624185 or visit www.crombiewilkinson.co.uk

See our article on page 2 on why family mediation is benefi cial for separating couples

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From 6th April 2011 the Ministry of Justice has confirmed that Mediation

Assessments prior to the issue of any relevant family proceedings is going to be required with very few exceptions. Is promotion of Mediation by the Government a positive solution to family problems or another attempt by the Government to save money?

It is widely recognised by Lawyers, Mediators and the Courts that an agreement between the parties rather than one enforced by the Court is far more satisfactory and is more likely to last. The couple can feel that they have had greater involvement in the process.

Mediation in itself is not a new concept although initial participation in Mediation was perhaps a

little slow to take off. In recent years Lawyers have increasingly encouraged couples to attend Mediation to resolve their family disputes whether in relation to financial matters or children cases and it is now clearly recognised as a positive alternative to resolving family disputes.

Where the parting is not amicable and matters cannot be agreed, then mediation is a safe environment in which to explore issues in an impartial and practical way. It can help retain a channel of communication between the couple and it gives the opportunity of setting out your own agenda, You can retain control over the outcome and it can be less expensive both emotionally and financially than ending up in court.

Under the new agreement between judges and the Ministry of Justice, separating couples who want to use the courts, will now have to consider mediation first. If mediation is not a

workable option, because one party refuses to take part in it for example, the case can proceed to court. The Court however is expected to consider returning cases back to Mediation if the parties have not properly considered Mediation as an option.

As a trained Family Mediator and solicitor I have seen many Clients that have benefited from resolving their disputes through Mediation rather than through Court. Mediation can help families to reach agreement that is suited to their particular family needs rather than having general settlement terms imposed upon them by a third party.

For more information on any aspect of family mediation please do not hesitate to contact Chris Myles at Crombie Wilkinson Solicitors on 01904 624185. More information and an online family law enquiry form can be found at www.crombiewilkinson.co.uk

Family Mediation for separating couplesBy Chris Myles, Director and Head of Family Law at Crombie Wilkinson Solicitors LLP

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Welcome to the May edition of the Handy Mag.

Whilst I’m writing this the sun is shining, my other half is digging in the garden (as makes him happy), the children have finished school for Easter and all is well with the world. It’s amazing the difference a bit of sun makes to how you feel.

For this month’s feature I went to Haxby to take some photos and was greeted by flowers, scarecrows and bright sunshine. Haxby was looking lovely, so well done to everyone who contributed to the Yorkshire in Bloom effort. It was well worth it!

Have a look through pages 10 to 23 for our Haxby feature - its businesses, history, events and community groups. It’s easy to forget what we have on our doorsteps.

By the time this drops through your letterbox, Easter will be over but of course we will still have bank holidays galore to look forward to! More digging in our garden! In my other half’s defense the garden is like a bog when it rains and I wade through mud to get to the washing line - yet I’m not convinced that these trenches are the solution. Who am I to question! And in the meantime (which could be sometime) the garden has become somewhat perilous!

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Nikki Thurston, a mother-of-one who lives and runs her own virtual assistant business in Haxby, said: “Haxby is really vibrant and the selection of shops is getting better all the time. A few years ago there only seemed to be estate agents and banks, but now there lots more quality shops selling good

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“I’m bringing up my daughter and running my business here with pretty much everything I need to hand. Also, the social life is good – there are some great pubs!”

While it is commercially strong, the surrounding greenbelt has helped Haxby retain its traditional rural character. Walking routes around the outlying lanes, to Westfield Wood at the edge of Wigginton and by the river Foss, are places to spot deer, fox, kingfishers, owls, yellowhammers, skylarks, lapwing and cuckoos.

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As well as growing in size, the population is growing older, which means the elderly and the very young form a focus of the town’s community activities. From youth clubs to the Women’s Institute, drama, football and netball to children’s discos, wartime sing-a-longs and a senior citizens’ association, there is rarely a quiet night at the town’s community centres, church halls and the working men’s club.

The Ethel Ward playing field is the place for sport and a good choice of play equipment is great for families – a Haxby Town Council survey a few years ago found it to be especially popular with 7 to 11-year-olds, 67% of whom were also found to belong to local clubs. Annual events include a spring scarecrow festival, a Christmas tree festival and the town carnival.

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It remained a rural farming community until the arrival of the railway in the 19th century. In 1862 it became a parish, around the same time as today’s landmark Victorian buildings, including the Memorial Hall and Haxby and Wiggington Methodist Church, were built. The station was closed in 1930; plans to reopen it were created in 2006 but shelved four years later.

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From the moment you contact All Design and Print, you’ll receive a personal, attentive service that takes you from the initial chat about what you’re looking to achieve, right up to delivery of the final product.

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Independence means more choiceSmall is beautiful for customers of Conexo Travel, where independence means wider choice and better deals.

David Carruthers and his partner Diane French work with hundreds of companies, from specialist teams who find the best deals on flights, to tried-and-trusted operators like Eddie Brown. They’re not obliged to push any kind of holiday – so you’ll always be given the best option at the best price possible.

Conexo also has access to popular package deals from giants like Thomson and Thomas Cook – but being independent means when good offers are on the market, they’re available to Conexo customers, too.

So with a full picture of just about every holiday under the sun and every deal around, Conexo can give you a dream trip at a dream price.

A warm welcomeAs well as doing things differently behind the scenes, Conexo offers an extra-personal service to its customers.

With a background in the hospitality trade, David knows a thing or two about how to make people feel welcome, so when you’re at the Conexo office you’ll feel like you’re on holiday before you’ve even decided where you’re going.

It operates from a 200-year-old country cottage at The Village, Haxby, where you can relax with a cuppa in front of the cosy old fireplace while you browse your options.

David naturally specialises in breaks that are already popular with his customers, such as coach tours and package holidays. Adventurous travellers can also get good deals on flights or tailormade trips, and there’s a full selection of UK cottages, villas abroad, day trips and attraction tickets.

We’ll care about youIt’s the extra touches that turn a good holiday into the experience of a lifetime. Your Conexo holiday will always come with class; which means you could find yourself staying in four or five-star hotels in good areas, with private transfers, excellent food and quality staff, at very surprising prices.

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You’re fully protected from issues beyond your control; Conexo Travel is a member of ABTA and all holidays are financially protected so if anything untoward happens to your holiday you’re covered.

For example, when the troubles arose in Egypt early this year, David was able to switch a customer’s Nile cruise, very close to the departure date, to a trip around the Emirates, taking in Dubai.

Where would you like to go?For customers looking for a good break in the sun, there are lots of quality packages to

Italy, the Canary Islands and Spain. These deals are not as expensive as you’d think but, especially with Spain, it’s a good idea to think about booking now as David says they are likely to be popular this year.

Cruises remain a favourite choice and, as many modern cruise ships were built to last before the recession, they are all sailing and need to fill their berths, so there are plenty of good value trips around. As well as traditional cruises and destinations, such as the Mediterranean or Caribbean, you could try an adventurous option where you can surf or even ice skate on board. David is known for his award-winning tailormade Nile trips,

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Independence means more choiceSmall is beautiful for customers of Conexo Travel, where independence means wider choice and better deals.

David Carruthers and his partner Diane French work with hundreds of companies, from specialist teams who find the best deals on flights, to tried-and-trusted operators like Eddie Brown. They’re not obliged to push any kind of holiday – so you’ll always be given the best option at the best price possible.

Conexo also has access to popular package deals from giants like Thomson and Thomas Cook – but being independent means when good offers are on the market, they’re available to Conexo customers, too.

So with a full picture of just about every holiday under the sun and every deal around, Conexo can give you a dream trip at a dream price.

A warm welcomeAs well as doing things differently behind the scenes, Conexo offers an extra-personal service to its customers.

With a background in the hospitality trade, David knows a thing or two about how to make people feel welcome, so when you’re at the Conexo office you’ll feel like you’re on holiday before you’ve even decided where you’re going.

It operates from a 200-year-old country cottage at The Village, Haxby, where you can relax with a cuppa in front of the cosy old fireplace while you browse your options.

David naturally specialises in breaks that are already popular with his customers, such as coach tours and package holidays. Adventurous travellers can also get good deals on flights or tailormade trips, and there’s a full selection of UK cottages, villas abroad, day trips and attraction tickets.

We’ll care about youIt’s the extra touches that turn a good holiday into the experience of a lifetime. Your Conexo holiday will always come with class; which means you could find yourself staying in four or five-star hotels in good areas, with private transfers, excellent food and quality staff, at very surprising prices.

David and Diane work hard to ensure your holiday goes smoothly, giving you all the information you need and explaining every aspect of your itinerary, so you never miss a transfer or a tour.

You’re fully protected from issues beyond your control; Conexo Travel is a member of ABTA and all holidays are financially protected so if anything untoward happens to your holiday you’re covered.

For example, when the troubles arose in Egypt early this year, David was able to switch a customer’s Nile cruise, very close to the departure date, to a trip around the Emirates, taking in Dubai.

Where would you like to go?For customers looking for a good break in the sun, there are lots of quality packages to

Italy, the Canary Islands and Spain. These deals are not as expensive as you’d think but, especially with Spain, it’s a good idea to think about booking now as David says they are likely to be popular this year.

Cruises remain a favourite choice and, as many modern cruise ships were built to last before the recession, they are all sailing and need to fill their berths, so there are plenty of good value trips around. As well as traditional cruises and destinations, such as the Mediterranean or Caribbean, you could try an adventurous option where you can surf or even ice skate on board. David is known for his award-winning tailormade Nile trips,

or there are summer Baltic and Scandinavian cruises which visit amazing cities like Oslo, Copenhagen, Helsinki and St Petersburg, without being hit by those cities’ high food and hotel prices. And if flying is out of the question for you, you can depart directly on your cruise from Southampton, London, Dover or Newcastle.

For a friendly, straightforward service and quality holidays at surprising prices, call Conexo on 01904 767511, email Conexo.co.uk, visit www.conexo.co.uk or call in to 32 The Village, Haxby, York YO32 3HT.

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Making the move to York from London earlier this year has been an important step. Every artist

needs a certain amount of space to work, and this comes at a premium in London. More importantly however, is the strong creative community here, which comes into its own during York Open Studios, a superb initiative.

Connecting with painters, print-makers and potters in the short time I’ve been here is proving to be an immensely rewarding experience.

I’ve been sketching and painting since the early 80’s, but it was on discovering Mark Rothko’s art that really inspired me to paint abstract. I didn’t actually realise people were allowed to paint like that, can you imagine? Discovering abstract painting opened a whole new world for me, one that I have a great passion for.

If my work can inspire even a single person in my lifetime, then every brush stroke has purpose.

Like music, art has the power to transport us emotionally, often beyond our everyday concerns, even just for a moment. This is such a gift in itself, the potential for art to profoundly move us in ways we can’t always articulate.

However, the art industry has had its downsides; art has been coveted, obfuscated and treated as an exception for the minority, an elitist attitude that has no place today.

Art is for everyone, simply because we all have the ability to feel powerful emotion, just like music. It’s an exciting prospect, to connect with my local community through abstract painting.

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SEED SHARINGAnother of our regular sharing events

Share surplus seedsBring your surplus or just come along and share

some of ours if you haven‛t any yourself – there isalways more than enough for all

Hear how ABUNDANCE help people with their fruitpicking in York each autumn

Who are we?We are a group who are responding to new challenges by Creating Co-

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We hope to move towardsGreater sharing and co-operation; more locally grown food;

Better use of resources; a lower carbon community; less dependence onexpensive oil

[email protected] or call Stephen on 01904 765651

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Paul Cammidge and Andrew Stagnell, who founded C&S electrical in 2006, have consistently met stringent government standards to receive the coveted TrustMark, which not only means they are fully competent and qualified electricians, but have also proven themselves to be ethical traders. Their work is fairly priced and they always do a good job.

Add to this a growing reputation for quality, reliability and being completely trustworthy, as well as courteous and professional, and C&S Electrical become a great option for any electrical work you need in your home.

They are also registered with NAPIT, an inspection organisation that means their work comes with a certificate of compliance. That guarantees the quality of the job and will also help with a house sale, when the time comes.

Paul and Andrew specialise in working on kitchen installations and are trusted partners of Instyle Kitchens, B&Q and Wickes. They can also bring your electrical wiring system up to date with the latest regulations, performing a complete re-wire if necessary, and they can be on hand in the middle of the night to deal with any emergencies, thanks to their 24-hour call-out service. They can also install the latest in stylish lighting or get involved in any renovation or extension project on your home. They are currently installing a full wiring and electrics system for the Calvary Chapel in York, near the Barbican.

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Local Groups�ND SuNDAY RAMBLiNG CLuBOur walks are usually 10 - 12 miles long and within about an hours journey from York. We have a coach which picks up in Wigginton, Haxby, New Earswick and Clarence Street from 8.30am, with an introductory fare of £5 for your first walk. We look forward to seeing you next month - on the second Sunday, of course! For more information please ring either Helen on York 782891 or Hazel on York 760897.

AGe CONCeRN YORKAge Concern York provides a wide range of personal and practical support to older people in the York area. www.ageconcernyork.org.uk The office is open Monday - Friday 09.00am - 4.00pm. For more information contact: Information Officer, Age Concern York tel: (01904) 627995/621020

ALZHeiMeR’S DiSeASe SOCieTYInformation and support for all people with dementia and their carers. www.alzheimers.org.uk/york Monday - Friday 9.30 - 3.30 The Retreat, Heslington Road, Heslington, York YO10 5BN For more information contact: Branch Manager, Alzheimer’s Society, York Branch, Ground Floor Suite, Holgate Villa, 22 Holgate Road, York YO24 4AB tel: 01904 658106 or 01904 799773 email: [email protected]

BReATHe eASY YORKThe group meets every first Wednesday of the month 1pm-3pm at Huntington Working Mens Club. This is open for sufferers, helpers and carers. Support, speakers and trips out. For more information call Sue, 01904 410 003 or go to: www.breatheeasyyork.co.uk

BRiTiSH ReD CROSSCar and minibus drivers required in all areas. The British Red Cross Transport Service is looking for

volunteer drivers who can help in their local community to make a difference to those in need. As a transport service volunteer, you will have the rewarding experience of helping people who cannot get about easily. Training and support given and mileage allowance of 40p per mile paid. If you would like to find out more about becoming a volunteer please ring Linda on 01904 692550 or Helen on 01904 693027

CANCeR CARe CeNTRe at York Hospital offers support and information for Cancer Patients, their Families and Carers. Information available includes access to Local Support Groups, Travel Insurance and Forthcoming Events. We offer specialised services on a referral basis such as Psycho-Oncology, Complementary Therapy and Benefits Advice. To find out more come in and see us, the Centre is open Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm or telephone 01904 721166.

CiTiZeN ADviCe BuReAuFree and confidential advice. Mon & Tues - 9.30-3.30pm. Wed 4.30pm-7pm. Thurs 9.30am-3.30pm. Closed on fridays. 0844 826 9705www.yorkcab.org.uk

CiTY OF YORK PiPe BANDWe consist of bagpipers, base drum, tenor drums and side drummers. We practice weekly at the Huntington Memorial Hall, on Wednesday nights,. We offer tuition, free for under 18’s and a small yearly fee for adults. We have all the equipment anyone will need to start... so come and join us!! Ring Laura, Pipe Major, on 01904 763243 or John on 01423 879519.

CiTY OF YORK AND DiSTRiCT FAMiLY HiSTORY SOCieTY.We hold monthly meetings on the 1st Wednesday of the month at The Folk Hall, New Earswick 7pm for 7 30. excluding August. We also have a well equipped Study Centre in York where we can help both

inexperienced and the more experienced with their problems and brickwalls. We welcome newcomers to the hobby and are willing to give advice to set them on the way. Please see our web site at www.yorkfamilyhistory.org.uk or call Mike on 01904 767013.

eWeNiQue MACHiNe KNiTTiNG CLuB Meet at the Folk Hall New Earswick on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month 2pm until 4pm. (No meeting July/August).We are a friendly group who meet to exchange ideas and techniques. Most meetings we have a demonstration of knitting. For more information call Pat on 01904 763964.

FRieNDS OF ST NiCHOLAS FieLDSYork Environment Centre, Rawdon Avenue, York, YO10 3ST. The nature reserve is open all the time and has a children’s playground, mini stonehenge, butterfly walk and wooded area. Mon - Fri 9.00am - 5pm and Sat 10.00am - 2pm. Please pop down during opening hours to find out more. Be a volunteer or a member of St Nicholas - call 01904 411821

FRieNDS OF YORK HOSPiTALSThis group organises volunteers who provide patients with extra comfort and support. We also raise funds for medical and surgical equipment which cannot be provided through NHS finances. For more information call Friends Office tel: 01904 726762 email: [email protected]

FRieNDS OF YORK THeATRe ROYALWe are an enthusiastic, theatre-loving group keen to support our local theatre and meet others who share a passion for the arts. Joining us is a good way to make new friends, to take part in events at the Theatre Royal, to visit theatres in other places such as Newcastle, Scarborough and Leeds, and other places of interest such as historical buildings in York and elsewhere. We hold monthly lunches in the

theatre foyer, and help with selling programmes. If you would like to join, please write to our Membership Secretary,c/o York Theatre Royal, St Leonards Place, York YO1 7HD or visit our website at [email protected]

FRieNDSHiP GROuP. Recently moved to York? Don’t know many people? Come along to our new friendship group held at Trinity Methodist Church on the Monkgate. We meet in the coffee area every fortnight 7pm-9pm socializing. Quizzes, table games, film, music – something different every time. Come alone or with a friend. Meeting 6th and 20th April, 4th and 18th May. See you there. Info on www.trinityyork.org.uk.

HALveSAre you a person who has lost their other half? If so, would you like to join us for a friendly chat over refreshments? We meet at 12 noon on the first Saturday of each month in the coffee area of Trinity Methodist Church, Monkgate, York For more information telephone Margaret on 01904 415894

HAxBY & WiGGiNTON FLOWeR CLuB (Affiliated to NAFAS)A group for people who are interested in flower arranging, voluntary competitions, visiting speakers, self help activities and opportunities for wider involvement. All visitors are welcome. Please see the events pages for details of our next meeting. Further details from 01904 765676

HAxBY & WiGGiNTON GARDeNiNG CLuBWe meet monthly on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 2.30pm at .St Mary’s Church Hall, Haxby. We have regular speakers, visits and events and welcome new members to this friendly and informal group. For more information please phone Ginny Mason, Secretary 01904 768516

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Starting Tuesday 22nd February from 7-9pm at Wigginton Church Hall. Do you enjoy knitting or crochet? Would you like to meet new people, have a chat and share your hobby? Then come along to Knit and Natter. All ages and abilities are welcome, just bring your latest project with you. There is a charge of £2 per person to cover the cost of room hire and refreshments will be available. Any queries please contact Clare on 079800 26690

HAxBY & WiGGiNTON PROBuS CLuBWe are a club for retired people over 55 years old. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday each month in the Haxby & Wigginton Methodist Church Hall at 10am for 10.30am. We have speakers on many varied subjects. New members welcome. For further information contact Mike Harrison on 01904 769507

HAxBY & WiGGiNTON u3AThe University of the Third Age (U3A) is a voluntary body of retired but active people who like to follow their interests and take up new ones. Courses are run free of charge by members themselves, no qualifications are required only enthusiasm and a wish to join with others in the pursuit of new activities. Monthly meetings with a speaker on the 3rd Friday of the month at 2pm at Wigginton Recreation Hall. Current groups include Art, Bird Watching, Bridge, Dancing, History, Investment Planning, IT, Languages, Literature, Scrabble, Table Tennis, Walking etc. Theatre visits, luncheons and excursions are also arranged. For further information call John Dowell (769618).

HAxBY LOCAL HiSTORY GROuPWe are a lively, friendly and informal group who meet to promote local history. We have speakers, research groups and occasional visits to interesting locations. Why not make a trial visit with a view to becoming a member? We meet every third Thursday of the month in St Mary’s Church Hall, Haxby. at

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10.00am (refreshments available). Ring Ian Mason 768516

HAxBY AND WiGGiNTON YORK iN TRANSiTiONWe are a voluntary group of people who live in the area, who want to make a local impact on the York in Transition Agenda: to persuade everyone to make small steps towards reducing our reliance on ways of living which are unsustainable and will cause serious dilemmas for our children and grandchildren. We want to start by becoming more cooperative about what we grow and produce locally...contact to join the ‘germinators’ or express any interests: 01904 756651

HAxBY SiNGeRSDo you like to sing? Basses, Tenors, Altos and Sopranos it’s great fun, come along to the Haxby Singers. Auditions are not required to join our friendly mixed choir group. We meet 7.30pm, once a week In St Mary’s Church Hall. For further information, telephone Lynn on 01904 769838 or Margaret on 01904 761618

HeARiNG DOGS FOR DeAF PeOPLe01844 348100. [email protected] www.hearingdogs.co.uk Huntington Bridge ClubHeld every Saturday at Huntington Community Centre, 26 Strensall Road. 7 till 10, al new players welcome! Just come along.

HuNTiNGTON MeMORiAL HALL46 Strensall Road, Huntington. Two rooms available for hire. Other groups who use the hall are Huntington Pre-School, the Guiding Association, Karate, Ebor Rag Ruggers, Diet and Fitness Groups, dance groups and Military Whist groups. Further information and bookings is via the Caretaker on 01904 760044.

KNiT AND NATTeR GROuPTuesdays from 7-9 pm at Wigginton Church Hall. Do you enjoy knitting or crochet? Would you like to meet new people, have a chat and share your hobby? Then come along to Knit and Natter. All ages

and abilities are welcome, just bring your latest project with you. There is a charge of £2 per person to cover the cost of room hire and refreshments will be available. Any queries please contact Clare on 079800 26690

MuLTiPLe SCLeROSiS SOCieTY (YORK BRANCH)Access to information, advice and support, and to offer opportunities and choice to anyone affected by Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Opening times: Tuesdays: 2pm-7pm Thursdays: 10am-2pm First Saturday of every month: 10am-2pm. Woodlands MS Resource Centre 120 Thief Lane, Hull Road, York YO10 3HU Tel: 01904 430600

MYASTHeNiA GRAviS LOCAL SuPPORT GROuPCharity No 1046443. We can help you to access information, support and you can talk to fellow sufferers. You are not alone if you need any help pr advice just get in touch. Newly diagnosed? Not a member? Call Ron Middlemass Chairman for more information on 01904 679939 or 07715 943406 or e-mail [email protected]

NORTH YORKSHiRe MOORS RAiLWAY GROuPContact detail Bryan Blundell 01904 764648. New Earswick Sports and Social club 3rd Monday of the month. at 7.30 for 7.45. Details of all meetings available at http://www.yorkareagroup.co.uk/

OAKeN GROve SuRFeRSOaken Grove Surfers meet at Oaken Grove Community Centre, Reid Park (off Oaken Grove) Haxby on Monday mornings and Thursday afternoons. We help adult beginners get to grips with computers and the internet. We are a friendly group providing one to one support to learn how to email, shop and stay safe online (we are a UK Online Centre) Telephone the centre on 01904 769176 for more information.

OLDeR CiTiZeNS ADvOCACY YORK – OCAYOCAY is an independent, registered charity offering a free advocacy service for all citizens of York aged 50 and over. If you think that we may be able to help you, or someone you know, then please get in touch by phone (01904 676200), e-mail ([email protected]), or by calling in to our office in Townend Street, Monday -Thursday 10am -4pm or Friday 10am - 2pm.

PARKiNSONS DiSeASe SOCieTY. (PARKiNSONS uK)This group meets monthly on the first Monday of the month at the Community Centre, 26 Strensall Road, Huntington, York at 7pm. All new members, together with their family and friends are welcome to join us. Contact telephone number is 0844 225 36 32 for Jayne Riggall who is an Information and Support Officer.

ReFLeCTReflect is a counselling service based in York that is specifically for women and men facing an unplanned or crisis pregnancy. We are one of around 150 centres across the UK www.careconfidential.com and can offer trained advisers to help. The York centre has 13 volunteers and opening times Thursdays 7.30-9.30pm and Fridays between 3-5pm for drops in at the Gateway centre, Acomb, but many other appointments are available, just call to arrange. More information from 01904 676710 or visit www.reflectyork.co.uk.

RiveR FOSS SOCieTYThe Society is dedicated to the conservation and improvement of the River Foss, from its source until it joins the Ouse in York, for the benefit of its wildlife and the enjoyment of local residents. The quarterly newsletter for members includes details of the programme of walks, talks and other activities. Further information can be obtained from the Society’s website at www.riverfosssociety.co.uk or from the Membership Secretary on 01904 768071.

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GALTReS BRANCHA small group of people who enjoy raising funds for this worthwhile cause. Contact Sue Vaughan (publicity) on 01904 764373 or email [email protected]

SAMARiTANS OF YORK & DiSTRiCTConfidential emotional support to anyone in distress or despair or at risk and self harm or suicide. www.samaritans.org.uk tel 08457 90 90 90. We are always available for phone calls and visitors 8.00am - 10.00pm. 89 Nunnery Lane, York YO23 1AH tel: 01904 655888

SHOPMOBiLiTY iN YORKAnyone with a mobility problem, whether it is temporary or permanent can hire a powered scooter or an electric or manual wheelchair (you must be able to safely control the vehicle). Low daily hire charge. Located on the second floor of Piccadilly Multistorey Car Park in the city centre. For further information and booking call on 01904 679222

SiNGLe PAReNTS NATTeR AND PLAYNew Earswick Children’s Centre. Every last Friday of the month. 1.30 - 3pm. Friendly group of sinlge mums and dads of under 5s. Call 01904 552646 for more information.

STAMFORD BRiDGe SiNGeRSWe are a friendly, community choir of approx: 40 voices aged 13 to 70 which rehearses weekly throughout term time in Stamford Bridge School. We are available for Concerts, Church Services and Weddings. To hire us or to join the choir please email: [email protected] Further details on our website: www.stamfordbridgesingers.btck.co.uk We look forward to hearing from you.

STReNSALL BRiDGe CLuBStrensall Village Hall, Thursday at 7:00pm For non-serious bridge, contact John on 01904 769618

STReNSALL

DiNiNG GROuPWho says you’re old and past it when you are 50 or over? Our dining group of friends are full of fun and life. So do not sit or eat alone, come and join us. We meet every 3-4 weeks at various venues in and around the York area. If you enjoy good food and good company then ring 01904 490987 for more details.

STReNSALL LOCAL HiSTORY GROuPAims to promote and study the history of the parish of Strensall and to disseminate historical information through meetings, publications lectures and events. We are a friendly group who in order to explore, study and record this exciting history have regular monthly meetings which provide opportunities to hear a variety of speakers or to participate in workshops. Meetings are held in Strensall Village Hall on the last Wednesday of the month at 7pm.

STReNSALL ReADiNG GROuP We are a friendly group who meet on the last Wednesday of the month from 2.30 – 3.30 pm in Strensall Library. The Library provides us with a book which we read over the month and then get together to discuss it over tea and biscuits. We are looking for new members and if you enjoy books and reading do please come along. It is free! If you would like any more information then please ring Sarah at the Library on 490876 or Pam on 764518.

STReNSALL WOMeN’S iNSTiTuTeAll welcome. Huntington ladies most welcome. For more information, please call 01904 490758.

THe SHePHeRD GROuP BRASS BANDRehearsal facilities for us at the Portakabin Site in Huntington. The Beginners Band rehearses Monday evenings 6.30-8.00pm. Contact Audrey Brown, tel 01904 425256. The Concert Band rehearses Wednesday evenings 7.30-9.30pm. Contact David Gregg on 07710 106906. The Senior



COMMuNiTYBand rehearses on Tuesday and Friday evenings 8.00-10.00pm. Contact Charles Wilson on 07802 190250. www.shepherdbrassband.org

WiGGiNTON & HAxBY WOMeN’S iNSTiTuTeRegistered Charity No. 1023129. We meet every second Thursday in the month at St. Mary’s Church Hall at 7.30 p.m. New and old members, and visitors, always welcome. For more information contact Mrs Graves on 01904 750570. Please see the events pages for details of our next meeting.

WiGGiNTON OveR SixTieSWe meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 2.00pm at Wigginton Recreation Hall. We have speakers, trips out, activity groups. Old and new members, also visitors are always welcome. For more information please contact Mrs Tolliday, Secretary on 01904 761853

YORK AMATeuR RADiO CLuBThe club meets every Thursday at 8pm at the Bishophorpe Social Club in Bishopthorpe. We are always interested in meeting others interested in Amateur Radio and run courses for new members to obtain a license and call sign of their own. Interested future members just need to turn up on Thursdays.

YORK BONSAi SOCieTYMeet monthy at Wigginton Hall on the third Monday of every month at 7.30pm. Friendly & informal group with refreshments. Occasional speakers, library & bonsai suppliers available. Come along or speak to the secretary: Andy Mudd 01757 268145

YORK CAviNG CLuBFriendly group offering regular caving trips to the Yorkshire Dales and Derbyshire, with occasional trips to Wales, Summerset and Ireland. Open to new members with some caving experience or can offer advice to those with none. Bi-weekly pub meets in York. Info can be found on www.yorkcavingclub.

org.uk or email: [email protected] or phone 07747 063181.

YORK CORONARY SuPPORT GROuP TRuSTThe group was founded in 1988 to provide help and support to cardiac patients and their families following their release from hospital. the group meets every month at the Folk Hall at New Earswick on the first Monday of each month (second if Bank Holiday occurs). Meetings start at 07:30 for a variety of talks with a break for refreshments and a chance to talk to fellow patients. The group also organise exercise classes and swimming sessions. Contact Tony Tolhurst 01904 410091for further details.

YORK LiBRARieSInterested in your family history? Would you like to trace your ancestors? City of York Libraries now offer free access to ancestry.com. Now available at Haxby LibraryCall in or telephone 768811 for details

YORK LiGHT ORCHeSTRA We play light music, popular classics, selections from musicals and themes from films and television. We are open to anyone of any age who plays an orchestral instrument and we don’t hold auditions, just come along. We rehearse on Thursday evenings 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Acomb Methodist Church, Front Street (September to July). We perform 6 to 8 concerts a year, in and around York for local charities and community groups. If you would like to join or if you would like YLO to do a concert to raise money for your charity please see our website www.ylo.org.uk or call our secretary on (01904) 870759 for more details.

YORK AND DiSTRiCT PAiN MANAGeMeNT SuPPORT GROuPA voluntary group established to provide a community for people and their supporters suffering with long term pain that are or have been participants in the Pain Management

Program or attend the Pain Management Clinic. Contact Gordon 01904 491141 or Jill 01904 708490 for more details. www.ypmsg.co.ukPain Management Clinic. Contact Gordon 01904 491141 or Jill 01904 708490 for more details. www.ypmsg.co.uk

YORK PHiLATeLiC SOCieTYThe York Philatelic Society meets every second Tuesday in the month apart from August in the Denham Room in the Priory Street Centre, Priory Street, York at 7-15 p.m. During the meetings there is a bourse to enable members to buy, sell or exchange material. A packet circuit is also operated by the York Society. Annual subscriptions are £6-00 annually payable on the 1st January each year. (youth subscription , is13 - 18 years, is £3-00). Contact can be made to the Publicity Secretary, Captain P. Hyde, on 01904-490603 ( e-mail:- [email protected] ) or to Tony Ward, Secretary, on 01904-411378 (e-mail:- [email protected] ) or to Peter Byrne, President, on 01904 792603. Further details can be found on the York Society website on:- http://sites.google.com/site/yorkps/

YORK RHeuMATOiD ARTHRiTiS SuPPORT GROuP (YORKRA)A relaxed and friendly group, which provides support, information and resources for rheumatoid arthritis sufferers and their families and carers. Meetings take place on the second Saturday of each month, 3pm - 5pm, at the Priory Street Centre, 15 Priory Street (off Micklegate), York YO1 6ET. Membership is currently free. For more information please call 01904 642227

YORK RAMBLeRSNew members are always welcome on the walks and can try out 2 or 3 walks before deciding whether to join the Ramblers.Walks vary in length from 5 miles to 12 miles and some use public transport to get to the start of the walks, so there is something to suit everyone.Details of all the walks can be found on www.

yorkramblers.org.uk or contact the secretary on 01904-628134

YORK ROTTeRSYork Rotters are a group of enthusiastic volunteers who promote home composting. If you have any questions about composting, whether you want to know where to start, or want to know more about specialist methods then contact York Rotters for advice. As well as providing free home composting advice York Rotters are available to carry out talks at meetings and to attend events. York Rotters are always on the look out for new volunteers. No previous experience is required as full training will be provided. York Rotters can be contacted on 01904 412861 or email [email protected]

YORviK GATeWAY CLuBA social club for adults with disabilities and is held every Monday 7.00-9.00pm at the Oaken Grove Community Centre off Usher Lane in Haxby. The club offers a variety of activities and welcomes new members. For more information, ring Club Leader Debbie, on 0791 9191372 or just come along.

PlaygroupsCHATTeRBOxSheriff Hutton Methodist Church, Please contact Caroline Hunt on 01347 878242 for more details and to check term time dates!

HAxBY PLAYGROuPSUnder 5s is now Haxby Playgroups@Scout HQ Birth to school age children (parents stay) Tuesday to Thursday 9.30 - 11.30Term time only.Playgroup - Haxby Playgroups@Headlands. Headlands Primary School. 9am - 3pm daily term time only. Sessions 9am - 12noon and 12noon - 3pm. Starting age 2. Rising Fives is now Haxby Playgroups@ RalphButterfield. 9am - 3pm daily term time only or Sessional 9am - 12noon and 12noon to 3pm. For further information please contact further information or bookings please contact01904 768966 or [email protected]

www.haxbyplaygroups.org.uk

THe WONDeR YeARS Wigginton - adjoining Wigginton Primary School, for children from Haxby, Wigginton & surrounds:Boddlers – Baby/Toddler group (Birth to 3yrs).Tues, Wed, Thurs 9.30- 11am term time at Wigginton Recreation Hall. Pre-School – 3-5 years - Mon-Fri term time. Morning session 9am – 12 noon, Afternoon session 12.45pm -3.15pm . Plus 1 hr Lunch Club can be added to am or pm session. Early Years Funded places available. Extended School – 3-11 years - Breakfast Club 7.40-9am & After School Club 3-6pm including breakfast/snack. Supports children’s interests in sport, games & crafts. Holiday Club – Care for 3-11 year olds, with fully engaging activity programme. Full day 8am – 6pm Half Day 8am – 1pm or 1pm – 6pm Tel : 01904 758717

HuNTiNGTON PReSCHOOL & TODDLeRSHuntington Pre-school Babies and Toddler Group: Monday and Friday mornings 9.15 - 10.45 during term time. The Memorial Hall, Strensall Road, Huntington. All welcome. £3 per session including refreshments for adults and children. Discounts available for half-termly registration or additional children. Feel free to call in, or contact Lynne Britton on 01904 765017 or email [email protected]

HuNTiNGTON PRe SCHOOLHuntington Pre School: The Memorial Hall, Strensall Road, Huntington. For children aged 2.5 - 5 years. Monday - Friday morning 9.00 -12.00, plus monday afternoon 12.30 - 3.30, (term time only). Additional Rising Five’s sessions also held to help prepare children for the transition to school. £7.50 per session if your child is not eligible for Council funding.Further details can be obtained from Lynne Britton on 01904 765017 email [email protected]

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ORCHARD PARK PRe-SCHOOLOrchard Park Community centre, Off Brockfield park shops, Huntington. Open- Mon to Fri 9.15 to 12.15. Lunch Club 12.15 to 1.15 For children aged 2 to 5 to Learn and play.. Please call Sandra on Tel 07407 700315 or 01904 626361 for more info

SHeRiFF HuTTON PLAYGROuPWe offer places to children aged 2 years and 6 months to school age in a warm, stimulating and caring environment with outside playspace. OFSTED registered with qualified staff. Playgroup runs on Mon, Weds and Fri from 9.30 -12 noon with an optional Lunch Club from 12 -1pm.Contact Sarah on 01347878726. Babies and Toddlers session Thurs 9.45 - 11.45. All welcome! Contact Margaret on 01347878314.

SHeRiFF HuTTON BABieS AND TODDLeRS GROuPVillage Hall, Thu 9.45-11.45am Play and other activities for all babies and toddlers with their parents and carers. All welcome.

SiNNiNGTON PRe SCHOOLThe Pre School is OFSTED registered and inspected. Sessions are; Toddler group- Tuesday 10.00am - 11.30am. Pre -School - Monday 09.10am-11.40am. Wednesday 09.10am-11.40am Thursday 09.10am-11.40am Friday 09.10am-11.40am. For more information contact Kerry or Suzanne on 07799727656

STePPiNG STONeS PRe-SCHOOL Playgroup. Tel: 01904 442826 Mon - Fri mornings 8.30am - 12 noon. Mon - Fri afternoons 12.30pm - 4pm. In our purpose built private premises we offer a fantastic child-centred/structured play environment for children aged 2-5 years. Session times are : Monday - Friday mornings 8.30am - 12 noon and Monday - Friday afternoons 12.30pm - 4.00pm. Sessions are £6 for two year olds (some funding is available for two year olds subject to circumstance) with full

funding for three year olds - no top up fees!

STOCKTON LANe PLAYGROuPWe are a pre-school for children from 2-5 years. We are ofsted inspected and LEA funded. Monday - Friday 9.00am-12 noon (term time only). Wednesdays - 12.30pm - 3.30pm Christ Church, Stockton Lane, York YO31 1JG tel: 07746 806426 For more information contact: Mrs Fiona Wheeler tel: 07746 806426 During Play group opening times only

STOCKTON ON FOReST TODDLeR GROuPA non profit making organisation run by the parents for the parents and their children. All children 0–5 years are welcome.You don’t have to book a place in advance or commit to every week, just drop in when you can. We also have a designated area and toys for babies.The hall has full disabled access and facilities. Only £2 per session (£3 for family groups, £1 for adults and £1 for babies), first session is free. Thursdays 9.30am - 11.30am (term-time only) Stockton-on-the-Forest Village Hall. For more details contact Karen (01904) 870759

STReNSALL PRe-SCHOOL PLAYGROuPWe offer a natural transition from pre-school to school as we are situated next door to Robert Wilkinson School. We have various sessions on offer in our newly refurbished setting. MONDAY & TUESDAY: Pre-schoolers (amalgamated Rising 4s and 5s) 8.45am – 12.45pm, Rising 3s 1 - 3pm. WEDNESDAY: Pram Club/Messy 2s 9 – 10.30am, Pre-schoolers 10.45am – 2.45pm. THURSDAY: Pre-schoolers 8.45am – 12.45pm, Rising 3s 1 – 3pm. FRIDAY: Pre-schoolers 10.45am – 2.45pm, Pram club/Messy 2s 1.15 – 2.45pm. Messy 2 sessions are ‘Pay as you go’. For more information telephone Sarah on 01904 492937 or email [email protected]

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TODDLeR GROuP tel: 01904 442826 Friday mornings 9.30am - 11.00am - £1 per session. The mums and tots session will be run by the Stepping Stones staff in Hurst Hall, with lots of crafts and activities to keep the under twos busy. (Please feel free to bring along an older sibling if your toddler has one). Children attending the toddler group will have priority on the Stepping Stones Pre-School waiting list.

TReASuRe CHeST Haxby, Wigginton & Huntington. Calling all Mums - Treasure Chest is here to help!A group of local mums dedicated to promoting, supporting and encouraging breastfeeding in the Haxby, Wigginton & Huntington areas, have got together to form Treasure Chest. As well as being mums, we are fully trained Peer Supporters. We meet up every Monday between 12.30 and 1.30pm at Oaken Grove Community Centre, Haxby. Run alongside the Haxby Postnatal Group, this is a drop in facililty and we also welcome pregnant mums. More details are available on our website: www.treasurechest.org.uk or email our helpline:[email protected]

YORK FAMiLY iNFORMATiON SeRviCe If you are a parent and carer of a 0-19 year old then you can get free, professional, helpful, and up-to-date information about... Finding and paying for childcare,free early education places for 3 and 4 year olds ,returning to work, working in Early Years, family groups and activities, local parenting support. Call us on 01904 554628 or text ‘info’ to 07624 802244 and we will call you back.

sports ClubsBADMiNGTON CLuBSandburn Hall, Flaxton. Fridays 2 - 3.30pm All ages welcome. tel: Stephen Marshall 01904 490440 for more details

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SPORTS CLuBStarting Table Tennis- A six week course for absolute beginners. Have you wanted to play and never known where to start? Call now for details of our NEW courses. Phone Nick on 01904 481039 or Keith on 07770 874996 Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

HAxBY TOWN JuNiOR FOOTBALL CLuBAt the moment we run 6 teams from the ages of 7-16 years. We need boys and girls, ages 5,6,7, & 11 to join our small friendly football club.All of our coaches are FA Coaching Level 1 trained and have been CRB checked. We train every Saturday 10.30 - 11.30am at Ethel Ward Playing Fields, Haxby. We are always looking for people to help out with training, coaching and refereeing. Full training is provided. Please phone Neil Thorbinson on 01904 761908

HuNTiNGTON JuNiOR FOOTBALL CLuBIf you are interested in getting involved please contact the following for more information: Club Secretary and Under 7s Manager: Steve Calpin 01904 466188 Chairman: Terry Mansell: 01757 282377 or email [email protected]

NeW eARSWiCK CRiCKeT CLuBWe play in the York & District Senior League and would welcome new members for the coming season. We also require scorers and occasional umpires. Any person interested, please contact Adam on 07894863012 or email Chris on [email protected]

PARTNeRSHiP GYMNASTiCS CLuBClasses for boys and girls from reception to year 10. Classes are held at various venues across York, Monday to Friday– venues include Archbishop Holgate’s School, Manor C of E School, Park Grove Primary school, Canon Lee

School, Joseph Rowntree School and Huntington Secondary School. Partnership Gymnastics is affiliated to British Gymnastics, run by fully qualified coaches all with CRB clearance. The club has also achieved club Mark for its high standards and quality coaching. For more information please contact Ruth Walker 07886926420.

STReNSALL FOOTBALL CLuBAll of our coaches are FA coaching level 1 qualified and are CRB checked. Training is on Saturday mornings at Durlston Drive, Strensall.If you are interested in playing then please email [email protected] or ring Louise on 07801896698.

HAxBY NeTBALL CLuBAffiliated to England Netball. Would you like to join this very successful netball club which currently runs 6 teams in the York & District Netball League, including the league CHAMPIONS? If so call the secretary Rachel ( 01904 641597) or Chair Val ( 01904 761970) for more details. We are a CAPS accredited club and hold a Clubmark status from our governing body. Training is on a Monday evening at the Ethel Ward Playing Field throughout summer, and the League season runs from September until March. Also if you are a budding Junior player ( school years 7-10) there is a junior section which trains every other Monday, 6:15-7:15. All coaches are CRB checked. Ring for more details

STReNSALL LAWN BOWLiNG CLuBLawn Bowls - A sport for all ages. Strensall Bowling Club has been in existence for a long time yet seems to be little known. We are a small and friendly club and always happy to welcome new members of any age; under 18s bowl free! Adults pay only £30 for the season, which runs from April through to September. Entrance to our club is between house No’s 5–7 Park Gate near the terminus of the No 5 Bus. We can provide Bowls and Coaching and a months



COMMuNiTYfree trial. As a club we compete in various leagues, hold regular friendlies and, of course, social bowling, including tea and biscuits.For more information contact the secretary Annette Prosser on 01904 492807

STReNSALL SHORT MAT iNDOOR BOWLSStrensall Village Hall, Wednesdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm. Membership is £5 per annum and £1.50 each Wednesday. Tel Jackie Silk on 01904 492993 for more details.

STReNSALL SPORTS ASSOCiATiON Tennis Club - There are now 3 newly surfaced tennis courts. If you are interested in joining the tennis club, please call 07005 800737 or email on [email protected] Muga Pitch - The floodlit muga pitch is now available for hire for both 5 a sidefootball and netball. Please email us.

WiGGiNTON BOWLiNG CLuBCome and play lawn bowls, a sport for all ages. We welcome beginners and seasoned bowlers alike and we can lend newcomers a set of woods to see if they like the game. Adult membership age 26+ is £52 flat fee, £26 ages 18 to 25 and free to juniors under 18 and you can play as often as you like The 2011 season is open from Saturday16th April to Saturday 24th September for social bowling and league matches. Why not take the opportunity of a month’s free trial membership, without obligation, or come along to our “Come and Try” day on Sunday 1st May from 2pm to 5pm and give it a go. For further details, or

to arrange a visit, contact: Colin Ellis (Secretary) on 01904 760877 or Email: [email protected]

YORK HOTSHOTS CHeeRLeADiNG CLuB Classes are held on a Wednesday evening during term time, at Archbishop Holgate’s School, Hull Road, York.The club is affiliated to British Gymnastics and is run by qualified coaches who have all been CRB checked. We are also a club mark accredited club.For more information or to request a registration form please contact Anna Murray on 07507638804 or e-mail [email protected]

scouts & Guides�nd HAxBY & WiGGiNTON SCOuT GROuPBoys & Girls age 6 to 14.Beavers: Mon & Thurs 6.00 - 7.15 pm.Cubs: Weds & Fri 6.30 - 8.00pmScouts: Mon 7.30 - 9.00 pm.Thurs. 7.45 - 9.15 pm.Contact Pauline Briggs 01904 760004

HAxBY MOOR GiRL GuiDiNGGirls aged 5-14years old

Rainbows 5-7years Wednesday evenings

Brownies 7-10yrs old Mondays,Wednesday,Thursday evenings

Guides 10-14yrs old Monday, Thursday evenings

Units meet throughout Haxby & Wigginton

Adults- Can you spare an hour a week? Are you interested in finding out more about being a volunteer? Contact Helen Feetenby

01904 762926 for further details

��TH YORK (HuNTiNGTON ALL SAiNTS) RAiNBOWSRainbows take part in games and activities as part of their programme called the Rainbow Jigsaw. Everything a Rainbow does helps her to develop and to think for herself, in a safe girl-only environment. A girl can join Rainbows at any time after her fifth birthday. Most Rainbows move on shortly after their seventh birthday. For further details about when the 29th York (Huntington All Saints) Rainbows meet and to see if there is availability for you to join, you can contact Miss Stephanie Easton (known to the Rainbows as Robin) on 07875 541520, who is Guider in charge of the Rainbows.

STOCKTON ON THe FOReST SCOuT GROuPBoys and Girls, age 6 to 14Beavers: Mon 6.00 .700pm. Cubs: Tues 6.45 - 8.15pm. Scouts: Fri 7.00 - 9.00pm. We are also in need of Leaders - any one interested please contact Jane Hurd 01904 413745.

AiR CADeTS, eASiNGWOLDA uniformed organisation for children aged 13-18 years. We are based in Easingwold. We parade on a Tuesday evening at Easingwold and Friday evening at RAF Linton On Ouse in the gymnasium between the hours of 1930 – 2200. We do have a minibus that goes from the car park of The Cottage Inn in Haxby via Shipton by Beningbrough at 1900hrs.We cover a range of

activities from flying and gliding to target shooting and sport. The cost is £36 per quarter and covers the above activities and uniform. email: [email protected] No. 1559/79

youth GroupsYOuTH CLuBS AT OAKeN GROve COMMuNiTY CeNTReSafe, supervised indoor and outdoor areas. Sessions only cost £1 or 75p with a YoZone card. Come along and try us out!WEDNESDAY OPEN YOUTH CLUB An Open Youth club is run at the centre on a

Wednesday Night for anyone aged 8-16 years. The club runs from 7 - 9pm and facilities include a Nintendo Wii on projector screen, Widescreen TV, Pool Table, Outside Sports, Table Tennis and Tuck Shop. IN-2-ACTING If you are interested in acting, singing and dancing and are between 8-15 years of age, please come and give us a try. With two productions each year, themed nights and theatre trips – its lots of fun! This club runs on Thursday evenings from 6 - 7.30pm.Depending on numbers, priority will be given to residents of Haxby & Wigginton. For more info contact Megan Godden on 07786 121832 or email [email protected]

new assistant Leader needed

1st Haxby Rainbows, the junior section of the Girl Guide Association are looking for a new assisitant leader. We meet weekly in Haxby for an hour. No

previous experience needed just enthusiasm! Please contact Nicola Jefferson on - 01904

761137, for more information.

spring FayreIn aid of the York Branch of the Multiple Sclerosis Society and organised by ‘Charlie’s Angels’ at Orchard Park Community Centre, Brockfield Lane, Huntington. 1pm onwards.Lots of stalls, cakes, 2 tombolas, raffle and prize games, nearly new clothing.Admission 25p, Refreshments.

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MONDAYNew EarswickFriends Meeting House, White Rose Avenue. 5pm & 6.30pmTel: Adam 01904 427095

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YORK

Anew development at its Strensall Site has just been completed,

where pre-school youngsters are happily settling into their new eco-lodge in the back garden and the babies and toddlers are enjoying their newly refurbished bungalows.

And the entire business, which runs a second nursery in Fulford, is just about to change its name to York Montessori Nursery – to reflect the special Montessori Method which its staff are now adopting as a method for interacting with and developing children.

Managing director Helen Gration said: “The eco-lodge is just beautiful, and the children are delighted with it. It’s a wonderful sensory experience for them, as they are surrounded by the smell of timber and lots of beautiful

wood. It fits with our business ethos in that the entire site is environmentally friendly and a joy to be in, and the Montessori ethos lies behind it too, because this is a place specially created for children.”

The Montessori method means that every adult working at the nursery bases all of their actions

on respecting the child, and allowing children to explore what interests them and learn at their own pace. Another

important principle is that no matter what activity a child is engages with, they will be learning while having fun.

Helen added: “For example, alongside the eco-lodge we have developed a beautiful garden and play area, with equipment for balancing, climbing and outdoor play. There is a new secret garden with little wheelbarrows for digging and transporting little loads – this is great fun for the children and they also develop physical skills from controlling and using tools and steering the wheelbarrow.”

The range and quality of equipment children have access to is vast, from microscopes hooked up to computers to high quality glass counting beads and wooden jigsaws of animals and world maps. The nursery uses good quality crockery and children

A Children’s Nursery for York

Come and see our fantastic timber lodge and garden!

are given the trust to use it with respect – which works.

They’re also given lots of freedom with the activities they choose, and are very much encouraged to pursue whatever they are interested in.

For example, Helen said: “One child was very taken with outdoor cafes after a holiday in France, so we created a cafe-style area complete with tablecloths and ‘cappuccinos’, which was actually frothed milk. The children took turns working as waiters or cooks. They treated it with great solemnity – and they were learning social and grace skills, balancing through using the tray and writing skills from taking down the orders.”

Helen bought the nursery

three years ago and, after a successful pilot of the Montessori method in Fulford, introduced it in Strensall shortly afterwards. There are currently more than 30 members of staff, a carefully-recruited selection of experienced mothers and younger newly-qualified staff, all of whom are trained in-house. Strensall nursery manager Helen Connelly is also Montessori International’s Yorkshire trainer, and the nursery plans to create a Montessori training company offering courses and distance learning to those wishing to train in the method.

Helen Gration added: “When our staff go through the training, they are really inspired by it. A lot of it is already practised – for example, it was Maria

Montessori, the founder of these methods, who first introduced child-sized tables and chairs in schools 100 years ago. Children can be very able people to have around, but they also learn in a different way and much more quickly, and the training is all about accepting how these people will develop and allowing them to develop and run with their own interests.”

She added: “Children have real purpose here. They are clever, ingenious. They are potential inventors, artists, explorers, parents. Each one learns everything without knowing it and that is why we ‘follow the child’, with great wonder and admiration. We look forward to the confident, independent children who set out to develop our world.”

Just like the children who go there, Home to Home Nursery is on an exciting journey of adventure and learning.

Come and visit us in Fulford and Strensall!We offer a Montessori education, foreign languages and quality activities01904 642666 & 01904 490339www.hometohomenursery.co.ukOpening hours 7.30am - 6pm

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Anew development at its Strensall Site has just been completed,

where pre-school youngsters are happily settling into their new eco-lodge in the back garden and the babies and toddlers are enjoying their newly refurbished bungalows.

And the entire business, which runs a second nursery in Fulford, is just about to change its name to York Montessori Nursery – to reflect the special Montessori Method which its staff are now adopting as a method for interacting with and developing children.

Managing director Helen Gration said: “The eco-lodge is just beautiful, and the children are delighted with it. It’s a wonderful sensory experience for them, as they are surrounded by the smell of timber and lots of beautiful

wood. It fits with our business ethos in that the entire site is environmentally friendly and a joy to be in, and the Montessori ethos lies behind it too, because this is a place specially created for children.”

The Montessori method means that every adult working at the nursery bases all of their actions

on respecting the child, and allowing children to explore what interests them and learn at their own pace. Another

important principle is that no matter what activity a child is engages with, they will be learning while having fun.

Helen added: “For example, alongside the eco-lodge we have developed a beautiful garden and play area, with equipment for balancing, climbing and outdoor play. There is a new secret garden with little wheelbarrows for digging and transporting little loads – this is great fun for the children and they also develop physical skills from controlling and using tools and steering the wheelbarrow.”

The range and quality of equipment children have access to is vast, from microscopes hooked up to computers to high quality glass counting beads and wooden jigsaws of animals and world maps. The nursery uses good quality crockery and children

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Come and see our fantastic timber lodge and garden!

are given the trust to use it with respect – which works.

They’re also given lots of freedom with the activities they choose, and are very much encouraged to pursue whatever they are interested in.

For example, Helen said: “One child was very taken with outdoor cafes after a holiday in France, so we created a cafe-style area complete with tablecloths and ‘cappuccinos’, which was actually frothed milk. The children took turns working as waiters or cooks. They treated it with great solemnity – and they were learning social and grace skills, balancing through using the tray and writing skills from taking down the orders.”

Helen bought the nursery

three years ago and, after a successful pilot of the Montessori method in Fulford, introduced it in Strensall shortly afterwards. There are currently more than 30 members of staff, a carefully-recruited selection of experienced mothers and younger newly-qualified staff, all of whom are trained in-house. Strensall nursery manager Helen Connelly is also Montessori International’s Yorkshire trainer, and the nursery plans to create a Montessori training company offering courses and distance learning to those wishing to train in the method.

Helen Gration added: “When our staff go through the training, they are really inspired by it. A lot of it is already practised – for example, it was Maria

Montessori, the founder of these methods, who first introduced child-sized tables and chairs in schools 100 years ago. Children can be very able people to have around, but they also learn in a different way and much more quickly, and the training is all about accepting how these people will develop and allowing them to develop and run with their own interests.”

She added: “Children have real purpose here. They are clever, ingenious. They are potential inventors, artists, explorers, parents. Each one learns everything without knowing it and that is why we ‘follow the child’, with great wonder and admiration. We look forward to the confident, independent children who set out to develop our world.”

Just like the children who go there, Home to Home Nursery is on an exciting journey of adventure and learning.

Come and visit us in Fulford and Strensall!We offer a Montessori education, foreign languages and quality activities01904 642666 & 01904 490339www.hometohomenursery.co.ukOpening hours 7.30am - 6pm



FOOD

ingredients (serves 4)400g pasta200g fresh asparagus200g peas200g broad beans4 large handfuls of fresh spinach leavesFor the sauce250ml double creamJuice and zest of 1 large lemon1 tbsp each of finely chopped mint, chives and basilGrated Parmesan cheese to serve

Mix all the ingredients for the sauce in a large pan and season to taste with salt and black pepper.

Blanch the peas in salted boiling water until they are just cooked, drain and keep to one side in a bowl.

Blanch the broad beans for 2 or 3 minutes until tender, drain and refresh with cold water to cool them down. Gently remove the beans from their skins although this isn’t essential it does improve the appearance of the dish. Reserve with the peas.

Wash the asparagus and snap off the bottom of the stalks. Cut off the top 2” of the tip and then slice on the diagonal. Blanch until tender, 2 – 3 minutes, then add the spinach leaves.

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The spinach will wilt immediately, drain and add to the peas and broad beans.

Cook the pasta in a large saucepan of salted water following the pack timings.

When the pasta is cooked, drain it quickly and return to the pan with a little of the cooking water (alternatively, take out about a cup of water before you drain it). Add the vegetables and the lemon cream sauce and gently toss until combined. Cook gently for a minute or two to heat through.

Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

To make a more substantial meal serve it with chopped chunks of pan fried chicken breast or cubes of bacon.

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MayIt’s great to be joining you on a regular basis, especially when the subject is gardening! I’ll be giving you some hints and tips for what to be doing in your own gardens, letting you know what I’m up to in mine, and in the process hopefully inspiring you to get out in to the garden more, enjoy everything it has to offer, and achieve some pretty impressive results yourself.

welcome to May, one of the fastest moving months

in the gardening year. May is the month when plants just keep on and on growing and developing. New transplants, recently allowed to enjoy the ‘great outdoors’ after an early start in a greenhouse, wait a week or two and then POW! they’re off, and showing you their potential. Old established garden friends, their roots well down in the soil, put on new leaves, stem growth, flower buds maybe even flowers and enjoy the fact that whilst the weather has warmed up, they’ve not yet been hit by growth-restricting drier conditions of summer. It’s a month when it is hard not to feel a regular desire to grab a trowel (or perhaps a fork, spade or cultivator) and get out there and enjoy yourself while at the same time giving the garden and its plants the TLC that’s deserved. What better way to spend an hour or two….or perhaps even a day or two? With the massive surge in interest in growing your own vegetables, vegetable plants and seeds are available just about everywhere, so there are no excuses for not giving

it a go. Even if time is short or space at a premium, it really is worth growing a few crops – the feeling of self-satisfaction when you make that first harvest is just SO good....not to mention the taste of the crops themselves. At this time of year you can sow seeds of many vegetables direct into the soil or large pots of multi-purpose compost. Try your hand at climbing French beans, dwarf French beans, runner beans, carrots, salad leaves, spinach or peas. I also adore home grown sweetcorn; this too can be sown direct now, but make sure you sow the seed in a square e.g. four rows of four seeds, formed in to a square (it is a wind pollinated crop and this is the way to get good, well-filled cobs). It is a bit late to raise your own courgettes, squash, tomatoes or peppers from seed, but there should be plenty of young plants available in local nurseries or garden centres – just make sure you buy a variety of tomato or pepper suitable for growing outdoors if you don’t have a greenhouse (the label should make this clear). It is worth spending a few minutes to check flower beds and borders, however small or

large, as at this time of year they are a hive of activity. I just have masses of twiggy pea-sticks (well branched prunings will do) and have driven them in around the edges of several herbaceous perennials. So many of these lovely plants are inclined to flop disastrously later in the year, but supported subtly now, they’ll remain upright. As I do this I always spot a few other things that need seeing to as well. All the lovely lush growth means that (in my garden at least) slugs and snails are having a fantastic time devastating the tender new leaves. When I put new plants in the ground I scatter oyster shell around the soil beneath the plants. It is readily available from local suppliers of chicken feed, and is by far the best barrier to slugs and snails that I know....and bought in this way, it does not cost a fortune either. Early aphid (greenfly and blackfly) infestations are also likely to be building up now, and dealt with promptly they are unlikely to cause too much damage – a gentle but firm squash between finger and thumb works a treat, or for those less partial to direct action like

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Golden Rules: Make sure that seedlings and young plants get enough natural light.

Gradually harden off young plants before planting them out.

In warmer areas, start to plant out more tender crops, but protect with cloches at first.

Tomatoes in containers need regular feeding with a liquid tomato food.

Treat yourself to some summer bedding for a really lively terrace-container, but check the forecast carefully before planting them out.

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The big-hearted trio from York have decided to cycle from Land’s End to John O’Groats to generate much-needed cash for Yorkshire Cancer Research. It’s going to take the ‘chain gang’ nine days to complete the mammoth challenge, stopping each evening after approximately 120 miles or so for much-needed sleep and food.

Training has already started for the big ride, which pushes off from Land’s End on Friday 10 June. Now a rallying call is going out to help with the fund-raising and associated support.

“We’re doing all this to help a truly wonderful cause,” said Neil, who is an Independent Financial Adviser from Hessay. “Every penny we raise will be spent in Yorkshire, helping local people beat cancer and supporting world-class research, diagnosis and treatment in our region.”

Training Consultant Steve, whose wife Amanda recovered recently from breast cancer, said: “We all know someone who has been touched by cancer and it’s a terrible experience. The more we can help Yorkshire Cancer Research, the more they can improve people’s lives.”

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Insect & Disease Management

or branch causing decline, yellowing of the foliage and reduced leaf size.

The disease affects all ages of Horse Chestnut from saplings to mature specimens. This becomes a particular problem in mature trees as once severely infected the timber becomes brittle and highly likely to fracture and fail.

IS THERE A CONTROL?The good news is that the Bartlett laboratory, under the supervision of Dr Glynn Percival, has achieved good results using a Phosphite based treatment. The recovery of infected trees caught early in the disease cycle has exceeded all expectations, thus a simple procedure provides great results in preserving cherished trees.

FertilisationEnsuring adequate nutrition is as important for trees as it is for people. A number of tree and shrub problems start because of nutrient deficiencies and other soil problems. Nutrition, compaction of the soil and availability of water all affect plant growth.

Fertilisation should be tailored to the specific requirements of the plant to ensure maximum effectiveness. Local field observations combined with soil analysis yields the best results.

Common objectives of fertilization include;

Overcome a visible nutrient deficiency

Eliminate a deficiency not obviously visible, detected through soil or foliar analysis.

Increase tree growth, flowering or fruiting.

Increase the vitality of the tree.

Reduce potential injury from disease or insect.

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6.

Ooops!Following recent adverse weather conditions trees are subject to extreme forces of nature which may result in structurally unsound/diseased trees failing in part or full.

The consequences can be expensive if a tree fails, with possible injuries / fatalities, when trees are not monitored by a professional arborist.

Failures can be avoided by having trees inspected every 12-18 months.

Bartlett can carry out a complimentary annual inspection of your tree!

This tree failed due to significant root decay fungus.

Your local BARTLETT office is equipped with the latest technology to assist you to deal with insect

and disease management

If you are concerned regarding the health of your trees, shrubs and hedges please contact

Jonathan Slight 01904 784956 [email protected].

Hundreds of insect species damage leaves, stems and branches; roots; and flowers and fruit of landscape plants. But

not all insects on trees and shrubs are damaging, some are beneficial and may help pollinate flowers or could be predators or parasites on insects that damage plants. Bartlett arborists are trained to correctly identify these beneficial insects and mites and can devise effective management programmes that protect landscape plants from serious damage while conserving beneficial organisms.

Diseases are abnormalities in trees and shrubs caused by microorganisms such as fungi and bacteria and by environmental stress such as drought, temperature extremes and air pollution. Diseases are often difficult to diagnose as different causal agents can produce similar symptoms. Accurate diagnosis is essential to developing effective treatment programmes. Bartlett operates a modern diagnostic laboratory to support pest management services to ensure accurate identification and treatment of plant problems.

Browned off with your LeylandiiLeyland and Lawson Cypress are commonly

planted as hedges, due to their rapid growth rates and effective screening. Two insect pests have been associated with browning of conifer hedges:

Conifer Shoot Miners; is a small moth which can cause severe and highly visible damage to infested hedges. The Moth larvae hollow out the entire shoot tip so infested trees appear scorched with the dead hollowed out twigs easily broken off.

Conifer Aphid; are small sap sucking insects, initially foliage becomes severely yellowed and browned and affected needles fall in large numbers. Eventually hedge crowns become thin consisting of a few bare needles. Secondary effects result from fouling of the leaves and stems with Honeydew which encourages the growth of

the fungus known as Sooty Mould.

Under attack from Horse Chestnut Leaf MinerThe Leaf Miner arrived in the UK about 8-9 years

ago, the caterpillar feeds within the leaves of the Horse Chestnut causing distinct translucent tunnels on the upper surface which eventually form brown dead patches, giving the

tree an autumnal appearance by July and resulting in early leaf fall. Recent evidence indicates that this insect can cause smaller trees to die while, the reduced photosynthetic ability may affect growth, and the cumulative loss in stored food products may compromise long-term health of mature trees.

Research in the Bartlett laboratory at Reading University has been evaluating a range of control measures for this pest. The best results were obtained from a single soil drench of the product Admire, when control ranged from 80-100% over the entire growing season, in some cases two years control was achieved.

Bleeding Canker/ Root RotWHAT IS IT ?Bleeding Canker is a bacterial not fungal disease which affects the common Horse Chestnut, Beech, Lime, Sycamore, Birch and Alder. It affects branches and trunks of trees, which start oozing a red or black tarry substance from the affected lesions on the bark. This usually develops from ground level upwards and is caused by a bacterial infection which kills the cambium (bark). The infection is then likely to spread around the trunk

Treated vs non-treated

Nitrogen deficient After fertilisation

Bartlett Tree Experts

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Insect & Disease Management

or branch causing decline, yellowing of the foliage and reduced leaf size.

The disease affects all ages of Horse Chestnut from saplings to mature specimens. This becomes a particular problem in mature trees as once severely infected the timber becomes brittle and highly likely to fracture and fail.

IS THERE A CONTROL?The good news is that the Bartlett laboratory, under the supervision of Dr Glynn Percival, has achieved good results using a Phosphite based treatment. The recovery of infected trees caught early in the disease cycle has exceeded all expectations, thus a simple procedure provides great results in preserving cherished trees.

FertilisationEnsuring adequate nutrition is as important for trees as it is for people. A number of tree and shrub problems start because of nutrient deficiencies and other soil problems. Nutrition, compaction of the soil and availability of water all affect plant growth.

Fertilisation should be tailored to the specific requirements of the plant to ensure maximum effectiveness. Local field observations combined with soil analysis yields the best results.

Common objectives of fertilization include;

Overcome a visible nutrient deficiency

Eliminate a deficiency not obviously visible, detected through soil or foliar analysis.

Increase tree growth, flowering or fruiting.

Increase the vitality of the tree.

Reduce potential injury from disease or insect.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

Ooops!Following recent adverse weather conditions trees are subject to extreme forces of nature which may result in structurally unsound/diseased trees failing in part or full.

The consequences can be expensive if a tree fails, with possible injuries / fatalities, when trees are not monitored by a professional arborist.

Failures can be avoided by having trees inspected every 12-18 months.

Bartlett can carry out a complimentary annual inspection of your tree!

This tree failed due to significant root decay fungus.

Your local BARTLETT office is equipped with the latest technology to assist you to deal with insect

and disease management

If you are concerned regarding the health of your trees, shrubs and hedges please contact

Jonathan Slight 01904 784956 [email protected].

Hundreds of insect species damage leaves, stems and branches; roots; and flowers and fruit of landscape plants. But

not all insects on trees and shrubs are damaging, some are beneficial and may help pollinate flowers or could be predators or parasites on insects that damage plants. Bartlett arborists are trained to correctly identify these beneficial insects and mites and can devise effective management programmes that protect landscape plants from serious damage while conserving beneficial organisms.

Diseases are abnormalities in trees and shrubs caused by microorganisms such as fungi and bacteria and by environmental stress such as drought, temperature extremes and air pollution. Diseases are often difficult to diagnose as different causal agents can produce similar symptoms. Accurate diagnosis is essential to developing effective treatment programmes. Bartlett operates a modern diagnostic laboratory to support pest management services to ensure accurate identification and treatment of plant problems.

Browned off with your LeylandiiLeyland and Lawson Cypress are commonly

planted as hedges, due to their rapid growth rates and effective screening. Two insect pests have been associated with browning of conifer hedges:

Conifer Shoot Miners; is a small moth which can cause severe and highly visible damage to infested hedges. The Moth larvae hollow out the entire shoot tip so infested trees appear scorched with the dead hollowed out twigs easily broken off.

Conifer Aphid; are small sap sucking insects, initially foliage becomes severely yellowed and browned and affected needles fall in large numbers. Eventually hedge crowns become thin consisting of a few bare needles. Secondary effects result from fouling of the leaves and stems with Honeydew which encourages the growth of

the fungus known as Sooty Mould.

Under attack from Horse Chestnut Leaf MinerThe Leaf Miner arrived in the UK about 8-9 years

ago, the caterpillar feeds within the leaves of the Horse Chestnut causing distinct translucent tunnels on the upper surface which eventually form brown dead patches, giving the

tree an autumnal appearance by July and resulting in early leaf fall. Recent evidence indicates that this insect can cause smaller trees to die while, the reduced photosynthetic ability may affect growth, and the cumulative loss in stored food products may compromise long-term health of mature trees.

Research in the Bartlett laboratory at Reading University has been evaluating a range of control measures for this pest. The best results were obtained from a single soil drench of the product Admire, when control ranged from 80-100% over the entire growing season, in some cases two years control was achieved.

Bleeding Canker/ Root RotWHAT IS IT ?Bleeding Canker is a bacterial not fungal disease which affects the common Horse Chestnut, Beech, Lime, Sycamore, Birch and Alder. It affects branches and trunks of trees, which start oozing a red or black tarry substance from the affected lesions on the bark. This usually develops from ground level upwards and is caused by a bacterial infection which kills the cambium (bark). The infection is then likely to spread around the trunk

Treated vs non-treated

Nitrogen deficient After fertilisation

Bartlett Tree Experts



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York RoundTable has announced the date of its eagerly awaited second Charity Beer Festival. The 2011 Round Table Charity

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York RoundTable Chairman Adrian Upton said “The Charity Beer Festival will raise funds for St Leonard’s Hospice (now celebrating its 21st year). The inaugural York Round Table Beer Festival held in 2009 raised over £2000 for local charities. Our ambition is that this years event will achieve a figure well in excess of this.“

“You don’t really need an excuse to taste top quality beers when you are supporting such an important local charity ! “

“Given the quality of the beers on offer this event is sure to appeal to all discerning beer drinkers as well as those looking to expand their tasting experience so advance purchase of tickets is

strongly recommended.”

Event organiser Dave Posliff said “We will have an auspicious line up of 22 extraordinary beers for this years festival. And due to popular demand we will also feature an increased number of prize winning ciders and perries.”

“York RoundTable is extremely grateful to York Brewery for their continued support for the festival. The York Brewery on Toft Green is the ideal venue for this authentic and intimate beer festival. As well as tasting the beers you have the opportunity to take up the offer of a free guided tour of York Brewery.”

Tickets for the event (£6) include venue entry, a beer tasting guide, commemorative glass and the first two beers. Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling 07970 354728 or 07725 946772. Alternatively tickets will be available on the door.

York RoundTable is part of the national association of RoundTables - an organisation with an ethos best summed up as being there to “make friends, have fun and do some good”.

York RoundTable, as well as participating in a wide range of activities (from go-karting & archery to formal dinners & factory visits), raises and distributes money for local charities. Recent contributions include supporting a number of smaller deserving causes as well as a significant contribution towards the Bereavement Suite at York District Hospital.

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BMw 3-series

It’s the salesman’s mile-muncher, but its premium price and relatively cheap production costs mark the 3-Series out as a winner for the marque. Our experts said it was mostly down to excellent cost control, the fact cars are often highly specified and usually sold for a premium over similar-sized cars like the Ford Mondeo.

McLaren MP4-12C

One of the shock cars to emerge from our research was the new McLaren. Although development costs are high, the actual car is relatively inexpensive to make in relation to the high retail price. Our experts said the carbon chassis could be the cheapest to produce ever while many physical components have been replaced by more cost-effective electronics. If they sell the numbers forecast at between £160-170k it could be one of the most profitable cars ever!

Range Rover sport

The Range Rover Sport benefits from all factors that make a model profitable: It’s based on an existing chassis (Defender) which keeps build costs low. It’s sold for a premium with lots of added extras. And it’s been kept on sale for a long period of time without a major redesign. All these add up to a holy grail in terms of profitability.

vw Golf

Described by our experts as ‘the daddy’ of platform sharing, VW isn’t one of the most profitable makers without good reason! The Golf is responsible for two million units a year and currently provides underpinnings for a huge array of Seat, Audi, Skoda and other VW models. Many are sold for a premium but cost no more to make, adding a healthy balance to VW’s bottom line every year.

aston Martin Cygnet

Ok, we know this hasn’t arrived yet, but the baby Aston has the potential to be a real profit centre for the maker. Essentially rebadging a Toyota iQ and charging £30k-plus for it – and that’s before buyers have shelled out on extras – could spell happy times for the marque. However, despite its potential, our experts warned this would only be possible if buyers like it…

Ford Transit

It’s not just cars that add substantially to a manufacturer’s bottom lines – vans do too! The Ford Transit is sold in markets around the world and our experts believe it is one of the most profitable vehicles on sale in Europe. Low production costs and decent volumes help keep the cash flowing for the Blue Oval.

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it’s a question we’ve been pondering for some time. All car manufacturers can flog a car, but what makes the difference between a bumper profit margin and a tiny one? Well, we asked a host of industry experts, professors and insiders to help us come up with this list. They told us cutting costs and maximising returns in the automotive world is all about sharing expertise and platforms – do that and car manufacturers can dramatically increase their profits. Here are some of the cars that our experts believe are real cash cows for their makers.


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For early Christians and others who farmed the surrounding land, living

underground was safe, cool in summer, warm in winter and whenever you needed extra space, you could just dig another room in the relatively soft stone. Stables were near the top, accessed down a ramp, while further down was a network of communal kitchens, sleeping quarters, stores, niches for oil lamps, wine cellars and chapels. The cities ran seven floors deep, often more, with air shafts, wells and millstones (complete with peepholes) which could block the tunnels in time of danger.

Many such cities remain undiscovered but 36 have been identified, a few partially opened to visitors who file through narrow passageways, stooping right down at times with the occasional moment of panic but rarely a chance to turn back. The largest city is Kaymakli, the deepest Derinkuyu. Both are on the tourist trail.

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At over 1000 metres, the little town of Ürgüp is a convenient place to stay, with its share of fairy chimneys, its rock-hewn houses turned into cave hotels and on the doorstep, a whole flotilla of hot air balloons offering the ride of a lifetime. Every morning, they rise above Red Valley, packed with wide-eyed tourists, gliding high above it all or dipping down for a close-up view. Back on land, the astonishing moonscape stretches as far as you can see, Pigeon Valley, Hunters Valley, Uchisar, and when you reach the best viewpoints, cameras clicking all around, you almost forget to browse the souvenir stalls brimming with pottery, turquoise and pashmina.

But there is more to this land than caves and fairy chimneys.

Not so far away among the vineyards, the Göreme Open Air Museum preserves some of Cappadocia’s finest rock-cut monasteries and churches, dating back to the early days of Christianity. Footpaths and steps lead you from one chapel to the next where wall paintings and frescoes in earthy tones depict scenes from the New Testament, or St Theodore and St George slaying the dragon. Most decorations are from the 11th to 13th centuries but there are earlier examples.

Carved into rock or cliff, every chapel has a story to tell. Sandals is named after mysterious footprints, the Dark Church was a pigeon house, and you find a Snake Church, home of the dragon, an Apple Church, once near an orchard, Santa Barbara, where red lines were drawn on the vault to imitate brick, and the beautifully restored Tokali, with gleaming lapis lazuli in its newer section. At the entrance to the complex, the Nunnery rises on several floors, church and cells cut into the towering rock and just like in the underground cities, connected by tunnels with millstone doors. Cappadocia is indeed like nowhere else in Turkey, equally stunning above and underground.

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york Cats Protection is seeking... ...some confidence building new homes for some of our shy residents.Andrina & Arista are two young sisters who are in need of such a home. Born to a feral mum they were placed with a fosterer to begin socialisation. At five months old they were brought to us along with their two sisters, Adella & Atina. It was a nervous start for all the girls and they kept tight to their beds and remained hidden under blankets. After further socialisation by staff and dedicated volunteers the girls started to come out of their shells and Adella & Atina found themselves new homes. Andrina & Arista are still looking for their new home where they can live together and gain more confidence. Arista is the more confident of the two and loves playing with her toy mouse but both will demand attention when food is around!

A lady who certainly doesn’t require confidence building is Ellie. Ellie is now our longest stay cat and is getting rather fed up of adoption centre life. She’s a chunky lady full of personality who would be great with a new owner who likes a cat with character.

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Does your pet have pets? - Know your parasites!

a parasite is an organism that takes it’s nourishment from

another organism. Worms are an example of an endoparasite that live within the host, and fleas are an example of an ectoparasite that live on the host. Some parasites can be life threatening to both animal and human, however most can be prevented or treated by using flea and worm treatments on a regular basis.

Fleas and ticks are often seen but people are not always aware that ticks can carry diseases such as lymes disease and pets can become affected via a tick bite. Fleas are known as a hyperparasite meaning that they carry another parasite within them, in this case, the tapeworm. If your pet ingests a flea through grooming or eating a rodent with fleas it can get tapeworm. Some pets suffer with a flea allergic dermatitis which can be controlled if the fleas are eliminated. Using frontline every 5 weeks for cats and 8 weeks in dogs will keep your pets free from ticks, fleas and biting lice. During the summer in areas with a high tick population use frontline every month to kill ticks.

Myosis (fly strike) mainly affects rabbits who are not cleaned out regularly this attracts flies to lay their eggs on the rabbit which hatch into maggots and eat away at the flesh. However it can affect any animal that cannot clean itself properly. The maggots multiply very quickly and can kill the rabbit by the time the owner notices the rabbit is unwell. In order to prevent this owners should be clean the hutch regularly and check the rabbits bottom is clean on a daily basis. The products Rear guard and f10 spray can be applied to the skin and act as a repellant and the later also has antibacterial properties.

ear Mites affect some animals and cause a thick black wax to form in the ears, they are very itchy and the animal will scratch at its ears and shake its head a lot. Using Stronghold or Advocate spot ons every month will treat ear mites.

Roundworm look like spaghetti and if allowed to multiply they can cause an intestinal blockage leading to constipation and possibly death. These can also be passed to humans and cause blindness.

Hookworms are small thin parasites that penetrate the skin via through contaminated soil then fasten to the intestine and suck blood. These can cause a dermatitis in humans.

whipworms are not visible to the naked eye and are hardest to treat. Symptoms include heavy diarrhoea, flatulence, weight loss, fatigue and poor condition.

Tapeworm are long, flat and segmented and attach to the small intestine, segments of the body break off and pass out in the faeces. These often present like small grains of rice around the anus. Although they are not directly passed to humans it is possible to ingest a flea accidentally and become infected with tapeworm.

Lungworm can be fatal. Dogs that eat slugs and snails or grass covered in their slime can become infected with lungworm as they carry the parasite. Dogs then spread the parasite in their faeces. Lungworm can be prevented by using advocate spot on every month.

Milbemax treats Roundworm, hookworms, tapeworm and can prevent heartworm ( a disease transmitted by mosquitoes seen on continental Europe). For cats that are difficult to give tablets, a spot on preparation is available called Profender.

Worming is recommended every month up to 6 months of age then at three monthly intervals thereafter to ensure regular treatment. However it is worth noting that apart most wormers will just clear out the worms that are present in the animal at the time of treatment therefore if it then goes on to eat a rodent or faeces that is carrying the parasite they will become re-infected. In animals that hunt regularly, monthly worming may be advisable as the worm cycle take a month to complete so your pet will stay worm free.

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LoCaL evenTs29 april - 8 May175th Anniversary of the Whitby-Pickering Line A 10-day cavalcade with locomotives reflecting the history of the railways and our line, including Tornado, Rocket and Planet. More information will follow shortly - please see the website www.nymr.co.uk

29 aprilRoyal Wedding Day. Oaken Grove Community Centre, Reid Park, Haxby, will be making the garden and field available on the afternoon of the Royal Wedding free of charge - 29th April - 2pm to 7pm. Get together with some friends; bring a picnic or barbeque, and celebrate! Indoor facilities if wet and cold! Just phone 01904 769176 to let us know if you’d like to use the Centre’s facilities.

30 aprilOpen Day - River Foss society. Inland Waterways Association Open Day at Castle Mills Lock. Please note owing to major stabilisation works in the Foss Basin, the IWA Open Day (which the River Foss Society tries to support) cannot now take place at Castle Mills Lock. Arrangements are in hand for an alternative venue on the same date at Marygate Landing between 10am and 4pm, and it is hoped that river trips will still be available, but not necessarily into the Foss.

30 april - 2 MayHAxBY & WiGGiNTON SCAReCROW FeSTivAL Oaken Grove Community Centre, Reid Park, Haxby, will be open to serve refreshments on the Scarecrow Trail at the

following times:- Saturday 30th April 11am-5pm, Sunday 1st May 1pm-5pm and Monday 2nd May 11am-5pm. Everyone welcome.

1-2 MayBank Holiday Cowboy Weekend at the Yorkshire Museum of Farming. Experience life in the ol’ west as our fort is taken over by cowboys! There’ll be lots of wild-west activities; try your hand at panning for gold or tossing a horseshoe, and take a ride on the train. With tractor rides and traditional cowboy foods in our café there’s something for every cowboy and gal

1 - 2 Mayeast Yorkshire Kite Festival. Driffield Showground - Come and join us at the York RSPCA Companion Dog Show as part of this very popular festival. Lots to do for all ages so come along,bring your canine friend as well to enter our show, which will be judging personality not good looks ….maybe a few lessons to be learned here? For more details of the festival see http://www.kite-festival.co.uk

2 MayMay Day Celebrations Ryedale Folk Museum As well as Medieval re-enactors on site there will also be traditional Maypole dancing on site for May Day. Come along and join in the fun!

3 MayYork Ramblers Summer evening Walks. Meeting at Dunnington Market Cross. All the walks are between 5 and 6 miles long and are suitable for anyone of average fitness. Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. All walks start at 7pm. For further details phone the Group secretary, Vera, on 01904 628134

4 MayHarrogate Aesthetics - All the questions about anti ageing you’ve ever wanted to ask! Feversham Arms Hotel Sharon Bennett RGN, NIP is currently on the European working committee at the British Standards Institute for Aesthetic Surgery Services. She will give inside knowledge and answer questions about popular anti-ageing treatments, including botox, treating wrinkles, and the wonder creams that claim to turn back the effects of time. Tickets: £35 per person to include 3 course lunch and coffee. 12-12.30pm. tel 01439 770 766

7 MayCharity Auction - Sheriff Hutton Playgroup and Village Hall Friends at Sheriff Hutton Village Hall. Auction starts 1pm - viewing from 12 noon to 1pm. Light lunches and Refreshments will be served. Household items, furniture, Bric a Brac, garden equipment and more. In aid of Playgroup and Village Hall. For further information call Margaret on 01347 878314

7 MayCoffee Morning at Haxby Memorial Hall. 10am-11.30am Coffee Morning at Haxby Memorial Hall. In aid of the RNLI Stalls include gifts, cakes, bric-a-brac, souvenirs, raffle All proceeds to be used for the saving of a life at sea.

7 MayCar Boot and Table Top Sale. Strensall Pre School Playgroup. 12-2pm. Strensall Village Halland Carpark. Carpark pitch £5. Village Hall pitch £5. Pre buy your ticket from Strensall Preschool Playgroup. Call Ann on 01904 492937 to secure your pitch.

10 MayCraft and Produce Market

at Castle Howard Over 20 stalls selling a mix of handmade crafts and delicious local produce in the Stable Courtyard. Open from 10am until 4pm with free admission.

12 MayYork Ramblers Summer evening Walks. Meet at Great Ouseburn village hall car park. All the walks are between 5 and 6 miles long and are suitable for anyone of average fitness. Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. All walks start at 7pm. For further details phone the Group secretary, Vera, on 01904 628134

12 MayWigginton and Haxby Wi Meeting. The topic for the meeting will be The River Foss Society and the speaker will be John Millett. The Competition: A Photograph featuring Water.

13 MayMay Dance Myasthenia Gravis Charity. Stockton on Forest Village Hall. Call Ron on 01904 679939.

13 - 14 May York Round Table Charity Beer Festival. York Round Table has announced the date of its eagerly awaited second Charity Beer Festival. opens on Friday 13th May at 6pm at York Brewery on Toft Green, York and continues all day Saturday 14th May. Charity Beer Festival will raise funds for St Leonard’s Hospice. Tickets for the event (£6) include venue entry, a beer tasting guide, commemorative glass and the first two beers. Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling 07970 354728 or 07725 946772. Alternatively tickets will be available on the door.

14-15 May

eighteenth Century election Weekend Ryedale Folk Museum Recreation of an 18th Century Hustings Re-enactors will be representing the election process in Yorkshire during the General Election of 1761, including candidates, returning officer, ancillary civilians and appropriate support of regiment of foot to keep order!

17 MayOaken grove Surfers Open Day. We are holding an open day at the Oaken Grove Centre, Reid Park, Haxby, 10:30 - 3pm, for anyone unsure about learning how to use the internet. Telephone the Centre for more information on 01904 769176.

18 MayYork Ramblers Summer evening Walks. Meet at Stillingfleet church. All the walks are between 5 and 6 miles long and are suitable for anyone of average fitness. Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. All walks start at 7pm. For further details phone the Group secretary, Vera, on 01904-628134

20 Mayu3A Talk: 2pm. at Wigginton Recreation Hall. Talk by Graham Holgate of Askham Grange Prison on Prison Life Today.

21 MayYorkshire Wind Orchestra Concert. One of Yorkshire’s finest orchestras performs an evening of orchestral wind music at St Olaves Church, Marygate at 7pm. Tickets £10, £8 and £5. More information at www.yorkshirewinds.co.uk

21 MayStreet Collection.

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Myasthenia Gravis Charity. York City Centre. Helpers wanted. Call Ron on 01904 679939

23 MayYork Ramblers Summer evening Walks. Meet at York Millenium Bridge. All the walks are between 5 and 6 miles long and are suitable for anyone of average fitness. Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. All walks start at 7pm. For further details phone the Group secretary, Vera, on 01904 628134

25 MayWalk with the River Foss Society at 6.30pm. Walk around Strensall lasting approx an 1½ hours, led by John Millett. Park in the car park at “The Ship” in the village and please come early if you would like to order a meal at the pub for when you get back.

27 - 30 MayRyedale Folk Weekend - Festival at Ryedale Folk Museum. Live Music Concerts, workshops, sing-alongs and all round family fun in the fantastic 16th century manor house of Ryedale Folk Museum. A fantastic festival featuring great acoustic singers and musicians in a magnificent and picturesque setting for tickets and further info see www.festivalonthemoor.co.uk

29 - 30 MayMyths and Monsters Storytelling at Castle Howard. Listen to Castle Howard’s magical tales from myths and legends. Follow the monster trail through the grounds... but beware you never know who or what you may meet along the way! All activities are included in your entry to Castle Howard.

9 JuneWalk with the River Foss society at 11.30am. Visit with picnic lunch to two historic churches on the Foss Walk. Meet on Farlington Green (GR 615675) for an 11.45am talk on Farlington Church by Churchwarden. Ramsey McCleary. We will leave at about 12.15pm and make our way by car to nearby Marton-in-the-Forest Church where we will eat our picnic either outside, or if it is raining, inside the Church. Our hosts will be Sally Cromer (Churchwarden) and Hilary Clough-Smith. Please note that there are no toilets

14 JuneWalk with the River Foss society at 11am. Foss Walk 3 from Yearsley to Crayke (Mill Green) with picnic lunch at Pond Head Reservoir. Distance 4 miles. Meet in the car park at the Dutch House (GR 567715) where tea or coffee will be available at the end of the walk. Please let Bob Jowett (Tel. 01904 764702) know if you are coming.

Grand opera HouseBox office: 0844 847 2322

1 MayMike & The Mechanics

2 - 7 Mayverdict. Following the huge success of The Hollow, The Unexpected Guest, And Then There Were None, Spider’s Web, and most recently Witness For The Prosecution, the Agatha Christie Theatre Company, now in its sixth outstanding year, is proud to present Verdict, the most riveting and compelling drama by the undisputed ‘Queen of Crime.’

8 MayStephen K Amos

10 MayTango Fire. Argentina’s hottest dance show returns to the UK with their brand new show Tango Fire – Flames of Desire.

11 - 12 Mayed Byrne

13 - 14 MayJason Manford

16 - 21 MayBlood Brothers

22 - MayBilly Youth Theatre Showcase. The region’s brightest young stars together on one stage performing a specially adapted version of Billy Elliot the Musical.

23 MayGlenn Hughes

25 MayLoudon Wainwright iii.

26 MayDylan Moran. Star of ‘Black Books’, ‘Shaun of the Dead’ and ‘Run Fat Boy Run’ is about to spread a little happiness with a brand new tour for 2011.

27 MayBuddy Holly & The Cricketers.

28 - 29 MayAn evening With The Legendary John Cleese

30 May - 4 Jun Thriller Live.

york Theatre RoyalBox office: 01904 623568

7 - 28 May The Crucible When a group of girls are discovered dancing naked in the woods late one night rumours of witch-craft and devil-worshiping spread through the small community setting off a series of irreversible events. Jealousy and superstition divide farmer John Proctor and his virtuous wife Elizabeth.

Defense of the truth and pursuit of justice ultimately drives this play to its thrilling and tragic conclusion.

11 - 21 MayWhat Light. 2061 and it’s a different world for fourteen year old Sid. No school, no shops, no internet, no escape from the rain that keeps on falling, but it’s the only life he’s ever known. Then one day a girl with blood on her hands appears and the world begins to change. Together they discover life wasn’t always like this and find out what really happened to all the bright lights and the good times.

21 MayCeilidh. Enjoy some special nights out in the newly refurbished De Grey Rooms. Restored back to its former glory the spectacular Ballroom is the ideal location to rock and roll the night away, get into the spirit of war time with a live big band or stomp around to the sound of a folk ceilidh band.

31 May - 2 June Sherlock Holmes. The Death and Life.

Joseph Rowntree TheatreBox office: 01904 623568 or see website for individual shows.

4 - 7 May Calamity Jane Energetic musical about the unlikely romance of famed Western tomboy Calamity Jane and gunfighter Wild Bill Hickok

19 - 21 May The importance Of Being ernest. Rowntree Players

28-May Generation Groove

Blood Donor sessions16-May Wigginton Recreation Centre � - �pm and 5 - 7pm

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