Saltford Community Association News

Issue No 69 December2004lJanuary 2006

INDOOR TABLE TOP SALE

There will be an Indoor Table Top Sale at Saltford Hall on Saturday 11 December 04 from 10 am to 12.30 pm. Entrance is free and refreshments will be available.

If you would like to hire a table (Cost £5), please contact Brian Coombs (01225874325) or John Thomas (01179863869).

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~L1GHTING OF THE CHRISTMAS TREE AND CAROLS

The Lighting of the Christmas Tree and Carols will be held at Sattford Hall on Thursday 9 December 2004 commencing at 7.30 pm. Admission is free but there will be a Silver Collection afterwards.

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Association & Other News

List of S.C .A. Contacts Hon Secretary SCA SCAN Distribution SCAN Editor

SHarrow 0117 986 6038 Stan Hamblin 01225 872389 Robin Dixon 01225359014 25 Claverton Rd West, Sa Itford , Bristol BS31 3AL e-mail: robindixon@blueyonder.co .uk

SCAN Advertising Editor Malcolm Guthrie 01225 872235 Tangley, 18 Beech Road, Saltford

Hon Booking Officer David Roberts 01225 874081

List of Sectional Organisation Contacts Saltford Drama Club Liz James 0117 986 3530

01225 872893 01225 872389 0117 9860431

Saltford Art Society Peter Ward Saltford Short Mat Bowls Joan Hamblin Saltford Village Choir Jennie Williams

From the Booking Office All enquiries for booking Saltford Hall should be made using our special telephone number which is

01225874081 Please continue to make your bookings and enquiries by telephone. If you do need to speak to David or Helen personally, the office is generally open in the mornings and occasionally at other times during the day. Please ring before visiting to make sure your visit will not be in vain.

Association News The Council of the Association met on 28 October 2004 and set future policy for reorganising the Management Structure. Further debate will take place and, through the representatives of your organisation on the Council, f OU are invited to make your views known . The next meeting is set for Thursday 3 March 2005.

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Would all users please use the car parking spaces before resorting to roadside parking. There are 21 spaces next to the hall, another 36 behind the tennis courts adjacent to the Wansdyke Room and a further 30 beyond the tennis court opposite Wick House Close - a total of 87. The request is to organisers of and participants in shows and similar events where large numbers of people come to the hall as well as to their patrons. This will help to ease the congestion problems for our neighbours.

Eric Meadley Sadly we have to announce the death of Eric Meadley on 21 October 04 at the age of 78 after a long illness. Following his retirement from Vickers in 1990, Eric involved himself with the Citizen's Advice Bureau in Keynsham until just a year ago. Eric was a great music lover and joined the Sa/tford Recorded Music Society. He became

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in 1993 and then their Chairman from 1994 until 1998. In 1999 he became their Treasurer - a position he held until the Society disbanded in May 2001. Eric was also a regular contributor to the Society's musical programmes. He also served for several years on the Management and Finance Committee of the Saltford Community Association. He was a very friendly man and will be missed by his friends in Saltford and Keynsham. We express our deepest sympathy to his widow, Barbara.

Ray Moore We are sorry to learn that Ray Moore will shortly be leaving Saltford.

When Gordon Reed was our Chairman, he saw potential.

it was that. in 1 Ray was for the post of the

Hon. Secretary, a post he held until 1979. was meticulous in all he did, frequently offering shrewd comments during discussions which often put matters in perspective.

Following his time as secretary, Ray joined our Building Committee and became almost indispensable through his knowledge of all things electrical His expertise in this field has proved invaluable to us over the years. No request for help was ever too much trouble. Apart from his DIY activities, Ray was supportive of many other despite two tragedies in his personal life.

The Association is grateful for the unstinting support given by

will be sorely missed and we wish him happiness for the future.

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Sa Itford Village invited to join Village Choir for their CHRISTMAS TASTER A Selection of Christmas and other songs sung by the choir under the direction of their new conductor/pianist David Coysh (with some audience participation). Tickets: £3.00 each (Bring your own wine. Glasses provided). Saltford Hall. Saturday 11 December 2004 at 7.30 pm. Light Refreshments will be available. Do come. It promises to be a relaxed, informal and enjoyable evening. Tickets: Phone 0117 9860431

Library will reopen on 11 December 04 with a 1970s/80s party to mark refurbishment and celebrate the building's 25th

We would love to see you all there to find out what you think about the new look library.

All Bath and North East Somerset's publicly accessible council buildings are currently being reviewed in line with the Disability Discrimination Act and Saltford Library was the first location within Customer Service Libraries & Information to be earmarked for development work and compliance, The library is currently undergoing a six week revamp and work has been in progress since 26 October.

The work will involve changes to the access of the building including the ramp, internal counter design and access throughout the building for wheelchair and disabled users.

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to make changes over and above the DDA requirement to make libraries more appealing and welcoming to all existing and potential customers. This will include looking at the design, layout and functionality of all its buildings and services.

Keynsham and District Talking Newspaper Keynsham Talking Newspaper needs volunteers to assist with the preparation of the weekly news and the recording of the tape. The News Editor prepares the weekly news items to be read and this duty is shared on a rota basis with the other editors involved. The Technician helps with the recording of the news which takes place on a Thursday evening Here again, you share the duty on a rota basis Training will be given to anyone interested. To learn more about what is involved, phone Bob Porton on 0117 9862527

Saltford Stars Junior !=ootball Club Did you know that over 100 children regularly train and play football for Saltford on the pitches behind Saltford Hall each weekend?

The club, which was founded in 1994, has teams that range from six­year-olds to fourteen-year-olds. Each weekend these children join together with their volunteer coaches to enjoy learning new skills and to play football. The older age groups play in leagues across Bristol while the younger age children play friendly matches against other local teams.

If you want to know more, contact the Chairman Nick Spencer on 0117 3307820

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~ Girlguiding

GOOD NEWS FROM GIRLGUIDING SALTFORDI!!!!!!

Since my appeal in July, we have had THREE new Guiders join us - 1 to run our Monday Guide unit and 2 to run Rainbows. This is wonderful news as both units faced closure.

We are still looking for help for our Friday guide unit, and urgently need a Treasurer for our District team. This is a vital role that the Guiders do not have time to do. It has the advantage that it does not require a weekly commitment & can mostly be done from the comfort of your own home!!! If you are interested or want to know more, please phone me.

Our girls are as busy as ever. 15 Brownies enjoyed a Pack Holiday back in July and 8 Saltford Guides recently joined with some Keynsham Guides for a weekend at the 3D Activity Centre at Osmington Bay, Nr Weymouth. They enjoyed quad biking, archery, climbing, abseiling, fencing and a descent down a 'zip wire'!!! Girls across all 3 sections also enjoy a wide variety of activities in their weekly meetings, and are now busy preparing for Christmas.

So, if you would be interested in joining us - even if you can't commit every week Uob sharing would be fine l !) - please give me a ring to find out what is involved.

Finally, I would like to thank all those who are already part of our team. Your support is greatly valued.

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REGULAR WEEKLY ACTIVITIES AT SAL TFORD HALL Please note:- Dates, times and venues may change, please check with the contact named

elsewhere in this newsletter and note that these are booking tim.s. Event times may differ.

Every day - Mon to Fri 9.15am Sattford Busy Bees Pre-school Avon

Mondays 9.00am Tumble Tots Activity Sessions Hall

10.00am Art Class Somerset

From 11 January 1.30pm Sportsvan Hall

1.30pm Saltford Short Mat Bowls Club Hall

1.45 pm Rhyme-time Music & Movement dass Kelston

2.00pm Whist Club Avon

5.00pm Dancing Classes Hall

7.30pm Saltford Scrabble Club Kelston

0n season) 7.30pm Saltford Drama Club Avon

8.00pm Saltford Badminton Club Hall

Tuesdays 9.45am Palchwortt Somerset

(Some) 9.30am Sattford Evangelical Church Toddlers Club Wansdyke

10.00am Ladies Badminton Hall

10.00am Art Class Kelston

7.00pm Art Class Kelston

(1 st & 3rd only) 7.00pm Saltford Parish Council Avon

7.30pm Avon Badminton Club Hall

7.30pm Sattford Village Choir Wansdyke

Wednesdays 9.30am Rhyme-Time Music & Movement Class Somerset

9.45am Wednesday Moming Badminton Group Hall

(Fortnightly) 10.00am Lace Group Kelston

1.30pm Saltford Short Mat Bowls Club Hall

3.30pm Keyford Dancing Sdlool Somerset

730pm Saltford Sequence & Old Time Dance Club Hall

Thursdays 10.00am Sattford Painting Club Workshop Wansdyke

10.00am Ladies Keep Fit Hall

1000am Rhyme-Time Music & Movement Class Somerset

1.45 pm Rhyme-Time Music & Movement Class Kelston

2.00pm Painting for Pleasure Club Somerset

(From 6 January) 6 .15pm Weight Watchers Wansdyke

8.00pm Saltford Badminton Club Hall

Fridays 10.00am Saltford VVind Band Wans/Somst

(some) 1.30pm Saltford Short Mat Bowls Club Hall

6 .30pm Saltford Short Mat Bowls Club Night Hall

6 .30 pm Saltford Shu-Ko-Kai Club (Martial Arts) Wansdyke

(some) 7.30pm Saltford Drama Club Avon/Hall

MONTHLY ACTIVITIES AT SALTFORD HALL (See notes at top of Weekly Table)

First Monday 1000 am Beading Course Wansdyke (usually)

Second Monday 730pm Saltford Quilters Somerset

Second Monday 7.00pm Saltford Painting Club Wansdyke

Third Monday 9.30am Saltford Craft Group Kelston

First Tuesday 9.30am Saltford Ladies Gardening Club Wansdyke

Second Tuesday 7.30pm Saltford Evening WI. Avon

Third Tuesday 200pm Saltford Women's Institute Avon

Fourth Tuesday 200pm Saltford Floral Club Hall

First Wednesday 900am Japanese Embroidery Wansdyke

Second Wednesday - 200pm Inner Wheel Club of Keynsham Wansdyke bi monthly

Second Wednesday 7.00 pm British Sugarcraft Guild Wansdyke

Second Thursday 9.45am Saltford Moming TW Guild Wansdyke

Second Thursday 200pm Child Health Clinic (Baby Clinic) Avon

Second Thursday 800pm Book Discussion Club Kelston

Second Friday 730pm Keynsham & Saltford Wine Circle Avon

First Saturday 730pm Saltford Sequence & 0.1. Dance Hall Club

Third Saturday 10.00 am Lace-making class Kelston

Fourth Saturday 9.30 am Japanese Embroidery Somerset

Fourth Saturday 2.30 pm Historical Model Railway Society Wansdyke

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SAL TFORD PARISH COUNCIL

The Parish Council has been working in close liaison with B&NES the above.

The situation to date is that B&NES have requested that Article 4 Direction is revoked that Network Rail will lose their which will then require them to seek planning permission for the erection of these masts}. Network Rai! has stated that they will reduce the height of the Saltford Mast from their original proposal of 30 metres to be no more than 15 metres or even less.

Printed on the opposite page is a reproduction of the latest letter we have sent to the Minister of State. This outlines our concerns this matter in which you will see that we also that an alternative method of communication between train driver and signal control is Inv,estlgated

We hope that the action taken so far will allay possible fears of residents of Saltford and that we will continue to closely monitor this situation.

We now need you to convey to our local Member of Parliament the extent of your concerns and would request that you indicate these in writing to the Parish Clerk at 489, Bath Rd, Saltford.

A copy of the original letter to the Minister of State can be found on the Parish Council notice boards outside the Post Office and inside Saltford Hall

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Rt Hon Keith Hill MP, Minister of Slate. Office of the Deputy Prime Minister, 26 Vllhitehall. london. SW1A2WH.

Dear MrHiII,

I am wnting on behalf of Saltford Pansh Council about the request from Bath and North East Somerset Council for a statutory direction Article 4 Direction) to make Network Rail's proposals for mobile telephone masts in area subject to planning control. Their letter dated 27t! October 2004 refers.

This Parish Council's particular concern is the proposal to one of these masts on a prominent site at the entrance to the village and adjacent to the Saltford Conservation Area. The Council has written to Networi< Rail and to Bath and North East Somerset Council, objecting strongly to the location of this mast. It would have a detrimental effect on the Visual arnenity of this part of Saltford and would be close to residential properties, some of which are already being blighted by the proposal.

In the absence of the Article 4 Direction for which Bath and North East Somerset Council has applied. Network Rail will retain permitted development rights. The Parish Council is strongly of the view that in this case the decision should be made by the local planning authority, so that the rlanning issues can be property and fully considered, in the local context

The main london to Bristol railway line runs through this village (mainly in a cutting and a short runnel) and our experience of other work carried out by Network Rail in the area the Parish Council no confidence whatsoever that local concerns, or the effect this proposal on the local environment, will figure in the decision of this Company. It is and always has been. fully appreciated that railway must come first, but the Council understands that equally effective alternatives to these intrusive and insensitive proposals are possible and these should be independently explored by and with the responsible planning authority.

There is considerable strength of feeling locally on this issue, which this Parish Council fully shares and the Counclf urges you to use your power to bring these proposals of Network Rail within the democratically controlled planning

I am this letter to Dan Noms, our Member of Partiament and to our Ward Councillors on Bath and North East Somerset Council

Peter H Godfrey, Clerk

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Thursday 2nd Management & Finance Committee Avon 7.00 pm Friday 3rd 8ath Guild of Embroiderers Day Wansdyke 9.30 am

School Thursday 9th lightin9.-of the Christmas Tree Hall 6.00 pm Saturday 11 th Table Top Sale Hall 9.00 am Saturday 11 th Saltford Viltage Choir Concert Hall 6.00 pm Saturday 18th Historical Model Railwa~ Sodety Wansdyke 2.00 pm Saturday 18th K & S Wine Circle Xmas Dance Hall 6.00 pm

SELECTED EVENTS IN JANUARY 2005 Saturday 8th Saltford Walkers AGM & Party Hall 6.00 pm Thursday 13th Management & Finance Committee Avon 7.00 pm Friday 21 st 8ath Guild of Embroiderers Wansdyke 9.30 am Saturday 29th Historical Model Railway Society Wansdyke 2.00 pm

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Saltford Evening W.I. In October. at the AGM of the president. Olive Woolcott, said it had been a successful year, with interesting and outside events covering walks, skittles, visits to a craft exhibition and Bath Magistrates Court. A successful Wine and Cheese Party had raised £ 194 for Hinton Close Care Centre. We had helped the Community Association with cleaning the chairs in August and 70 blankets had been made for Keynsham Hospital. 5 new members were enrolled during the year and at the AGM a further 4 were enrolled. Joan Butler reSigned as Treasurer after 5 years and was thanked for all her hard work over the years. A full committee was formed with Sylvia Dando as Secretary. Olive Wolicott as President and Val Thomas as Treasurer.

On show was the plaque we share with Portbury WI for the best programme and the year 2005 looks good with varied activities and speakers. At the November meeting, the Sales Table looked so very festive and colourful and did a good trade. The speaker, Ms Geraldine Marchand gave a talk on the "History of the HandkerchieF and Betty Underwood brought a very precious memento of the 1914-1918 war, a handkerchief embroidered "Go my darling

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daughter" which was by her father.

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Future events 3 December Visit to the American Museum to see Christmas Decorations. 17 December Skittles at Saltford Sports Club at 2 pm Next meetings 15 December. Christmas Party at 7.30 pm in Avon Room at Saltford Hall. 11 January. 7.30 pm at Saltford Hall Avon Room. Birthday Party with 40s and 50s Musical Quiz as entertainment. 6 February 7.30 pm in Avon Room at Saltford Hall. 'On the History of Chocolate'.

Saltford Women's Institute Our September meeting was preceded by a Harvest Lunch which was enjoyed with excellent food accompanied wine and soft drinks.

'Coincidences - but True' was the title the illustrated talk by Mr D Amesbury at our October meeting. He gave examples of the many coincidences which had occurred in his life.

November brings our Annual Meeting and reflections over the past year. Our committee for next year will be elected with, hopefully, some additional members joining.

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14 December Christmas Meeting with mince and exchange of 18 January 'Down the Shannon and up the Dart' - Mrs S Marshfield

New members and visitors are always welcome.

Keynsham Orchestra In the last issue of SCAN, we reported that we would be giving a concert on 20 November. We regret that it was later decided to postpone it until the New Year and it is now scheduled for 12 February 2005 in Saltford Hall.

The orchestra wishes to apologise for any disappointments or inconveniences resulting from this alteration.

Saltford Townswomen's Guild. In September, the Guild met to hear Mr John Seymour talk about the Lions Club of Keynsham. In a very and enlightening talk, he told of the work of the Club in Keynsham which is part of a world-wide organisation. Not only do Keynsham Lions support local charities and individuals, but the Club is very involved with the financing and running of eye camps in India.

In October, many concerning the organisation of the Guild were discussed including the fact that the coffee morning held at the home of Mrs Barbara Lees was not only a good social occasion but also raised a

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amount of money for the charity which the Guild is supporting this year. Barbara Gilmour then spoke about "Rationed Fashion". This illustrated account of fashion during the war years was infonmative, and, at times, amusing. It brought back memories and evoked many interesting comments from members.

Rotary Club of Keynsham Chew Valley. The dub is now in its busy time of the year. During October, we held a street collection in Keynsham to help us buy a 'Shelter Box" for use when disaster strikes somewhere in the world leaving people homeless. Despite atrocious weather, we collected £218. Thanks to all who supported us.

10 December. With Keynsham Rotary Club, the club is presenting CHRISTMAS MUSICAL MAGIC CONCERT featuring TIMSBURY MALE VOICE CHOIR. The concert is at SI John's Church Keynsham, starting at 8.00 pm and the proceeds will go to 'The Babe Appeal' for a new Children's Hospice and other Rotary Charities. Tickets are £5, available from the Stroud & Swindon Building Society in Keynsham and St John's Church Parish Office or from any member of the Rotary Clubs. Why not come and have an enjoyable

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and these worthwhile charities at the same time?

Would you like to help African Schoolchildren have access to the leaming opportunities of the Internet at no cost to yourself? If so, you could support another of our projects this year.

Do you have an old computer you no longer use or perhaps you are looking to replace your current one soon? If so, the

Club of Keynsham Chew Valley would like to hear from you. It is with 'Computers for African Schools', a

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in the coming months, please ring either Derek Piggott on 01225 874645 or Roger Billings on 01225 874359.

Keynsham & Saltford Wine Circle. A charity bottle auction was held at our September meeting. with Peter and Sylvia Dando acting as the Auctioneers. Our members provided the bottles

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and generously raised £200 with their bids. The proceeds have been donated to the Dorothy House Hospice. Betty Haynes won the bi-monthly wine competition (White Medium Dry).

October is the month that we hold our Annual Wine Competition in which members t"'flfTln,;>tA

ten classes of wine. Our for the evening were Carol Coombs, Peter Coombs and Vernon Groves who all did a magnificent job, for which we are extremely grateful. The overall winner with most points in the show was Percy Mellor. While the judging was taking place, Derek Arrnit~lnA treated us to a tasting of French wines and reminisced on his holiday in the Gironde Valley.

At the end of October we joined with our friends from the Warmley Wine Circle to spend a weekend in Torquay. In spite of the poor weather we all had a most time. A group of our members also attended the Bath Wine Circle's Halloween Dance in aid of local charities. We sipped the local "Witches and had a tasty fish and chip supper while dancing the night away.

If you would like further information on Wine Cirde activities contact Alan Dummott on 01225 873493. SEASONS GREETINGS TO ALL OUR MEMBERS AND BEST WISHES FOR A HAPPY NEW YEAR

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May we wish you all a very happy Christmas and New Year.

We will be holding our Christmas Carol Service at 6.30 pm on Sunday 19 December. Please come along to the main hall of Saltford School to join with us to celebrate the arrival of Emmanuel - God with us. Come along and find out how much love God has shown in reaching out to human beings, all of whom would by nature rather ignore God. Come and find out why it is so important to be reconciled to the One who made us. Main church meetings Our regular Sunday services start at 11 am and 6.30 pm.

At present the services are taking place in the main hall of Saltford School, Claverton Road and we are grateful to the school for allowing us the use of their building.

Our Bible Study and Prayer Meeting is held on Thursdays at 8 pm. (Please contact Steve Rivers on 07900 247393 for details of the venue.) Young people's meetings Junior Church takes place on Sunday mornings from 11 am until 12.15pm.

(for 5's - 11's) takes at 6.45 pm on Fridays during

term time in the main hall of Saltford School for games and fun, competitions and quizzes, singing,

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memory verses and Bible stories. (Contact Phil Barlow for more details on: 874707.) After 8s (11+) meet at 8 pm on Fridays during term time in the main hall of Saltford School for indoor including snooker and table tennis, and a Bible­based talk. Other activities include swimming and ten pin bowling. (Contact Phil Barlow for more details on: Other meetings Saltford Under

for parents/carers and their tots, meet most Tuesdays 9.30 -11.30 am during term time in the Wansdyke Room at Saltford Hall. (Contact Wendy on: 872680).

Our ladies meet informally in houses every other week on Tuesday evening for a Bible study. If you would like to join us please contact Sue Barlow on 874707 for details of dates and venues.

If you would like further information on any of the above

contact Mrs Debbie Parsons on 872252 ST MARY'S, SAL TFORD Mum's and Toddlers is being held on Thursday 2nd December and Thursday 6th January from 10.30 a.m, until 12 noon in the Church hall. Pram Service This will be held on Friday 10th December at 11.00 a.m, in the Church. Any pre­school children are most welcome. From 2005 we shall meet on the third Friday, starting on Friday 21 st

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third Friday, starting on Friday 21 st January, at 10.30 a.m., starting in Church for a short service and then moving to the Church Hall until 12 noon. SMFM (Sl Mary's Fun Monthly) This is a fun evening on 6th December and 10th January for any junior aged children. You start with a game or activity, have refreshments and end with a bible story or drama. This will be held in the Church Hall between 6.00 p.m. and 7.00 p.m. for any children aged 7 - 11. Advent Soup Bowl If you're at home on a Monday lunchtime, come and join us for Soup, Cheese and Roll & Butter - Cost £1 - at the Guide Hut, Lansdown Road - 12.30 - 2 p.m. every Monday in Advent: 29th November, 6th, 13th and 20th December. Profit goes to Christian Aid. Coffeeshop at The Wishbone. On your own? Want someone to talk to? Free on Friday momings? Why not join our wann, friendly atmosphere between 9.30 am and 11.45 am for a chat and a cuppa. Youth Groups Young peoples group meet regularly at St. Mary's. Climbers and Scramblers (aged 3-7), Explorers (aged 7-11) and Pathfinders (aged 11-14) meet on the second, third and fourth Sundays from 9.30 a.m . until 10.40 a.m. in the Church Hall. CYFA for 14-19 year olds. Meets fortnightly on Thursday evenings from 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. The

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evening indudes a meal, a time to chat and SOCialise, followed by Bible Study, a discussion group and prayers. For more infonnation contact Rev. T. Bell (873027) Christmas Services Nativity Play/Family Service at 9.30 a.m. and Evening Praise at 6.30 p.m. on Sunday 5th December. Christingle Service at 3.00 p.m. on Sunday 12th December. Carol Service on 19th December at 6.30 p.m. BleSSing of the 5.00 p.m. Communion at Christmas Eve.

Crib Service at and Midnight 11.15 p.m. on

Christmas Day - Holy Communion at 8.00 a.m. and Family Service at 11.00 a.m. 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion and 9.30 a.m. Parish Communion on Sunday 26th December Services You are welcome to come to any of our services. We meet at the follOwing times:

First Sunday & Third Sunday 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion 9.30 a.m. Family Service 6.30 p.m. Evening Prayer Second Sunday 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion 9.30 a.m. Family Communion 6.30 p.m. Evening Prayer (Lay-led) Third Sunday 9.30 a.m. Parish Communion 6.30 p.m. Evening Praise Fourth Sunday 9.30 a.m. Parish Communion

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