Nocton farmers buy dairy farm in Hungary
'The two farmers behind the failed Nocton super dairy bid have bought a dairy farm in Hungary.'
http://www.fwi.co.uk/articles/31/01/2013/137411/nocton-farmers-buy-dairy-farm-in-hungary.htm
Thursday, 31 January 2013
Wednesday, 30 January 2013
Meetings
Annual General Meeting
The Nocton Village Hall AGM is at 7.30 pm tonight in the Village Hall.
Parish Council Meeting
The next Parish Council meeting is due to be held in the Village Hall at 7.00 pm, Tuesday 5th February. You can find the Agenda and supplementary information on the Parish Council website.
The Nocton Village Hall AGM is at 7.30 pm tonight in the Village Hall.
Parish Council Meeting
The next Parish Council meeting is due to be held in the Village Hall at 7.00 pm, Tuesday 5th February. You can find the Agenda and supplementary information on the Parish Council website.
Tuesday, 29 January 2013
Railway Bridge
Preparation
You can't help but notice that preparatory work for the refurbishment of the B1202 railway bridge is currently under way. A large area of hard-standing is being prepared and the railway banking either side of the bridge is being cleared of vegetation. In addition, an area has been fenced off in the field to the north side of the road.
The planning application relating to this work is 12/0418/PRIOR.
N.B. The bridge on Wellhead Lane will also be receiving attention too at some stage[12/0417/PRIOR].
You can't help but notice that preparatory work for the refurbishment of the B1202 railway bridge is currently under way. A large area of hard-standing is being prepared and the railway banking either side of the bridge is being cleared of vegetation. In addition, an area has been fenced off in the field to the north side of the road.
The planning application relating to this work is 12/0418/PRIOR.
N.B. The bridge on Wellhead Lane will also be receiving attention too at some stage[12/0417/PRIOR].
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| North side of B1202 |
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| South side of B1202 |
Monday, 28 January 2013
200 Club
Winners
This is the result of the draw on Friday evening, 25 January:
1st - John Kania (141)
2nd - Stuart Watson (152)
3rd Victoria Kear (142)
Congratulations to the first winners of 2013.
This is the result of the draw on Friday evening, 25 January:
1st - John Kania (141)
2nd - Stuart Watson (152)
3rd Victoria Kear (142)
Congratulations to the first winners of 2013.
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| John Kania (Centre) receiving his prize from David Reay (L) and John Fisher (R) |
Sunday, 27 January 2013
Country Homes
Nocton Hall, Lincoln - The Seat of Mr. J. Hodgson
"Those who know the charm of great over-arching skies and far-distant prospects melting at sunset into the gold and purple west, will not under-value such a characteristic land, even though when the night falls, and they draw their casement curtains, they glance, like Mariana, only 'athwart the glooming flats'." Such describes the fen-land of Lincolnshire.
During my research, I have discovered a number of images of Nocton Hall that seem to have illustrated an old Country Life magazine. I have since managed to locate the article concerned, which was originally published on 28 September 1901. It was tracked down to the archives of IPC Media Ltd. Copyright permission has kindly been granted by the Picture Library Manager, in order for me to reproduce the article for you to read. I do hope you find it of interest.
Country Homes - Gardens: Old & New
"Those who know the charm of great over-arching skies and far-distant prospects melting at sunset into the gold and purple west, will not under-value such a characteristic land, even though when the night falls, and they draw their casement curtains, they glance, like Mariana, only 'athwart the glooming flats'." Such describes the fen-land of Lincolnshire.
During my research, I have discovered a number of images of Nocton Hall that seem to have illustrated an old Country Life magazine. I have since managed to locate the article concerned, which was originally published on 28 September 1901. It was tracked down to the archives of IPC Media Ltd. Copyright permission has kindly been granted by the Picture Library Manager, in order for me to reproduce the article for you to read. I do hope you find it of interest.
Country Homes - Gardens: Old & New
Saturday, 26 January 2013
Rally Route
The Bruce Robinson Rally
9/10th February 2013
You may have seen a few posters dotted around the village on lampposts and telegraph poles. These give advance notification of a motor rally which is going to come through our village at 4.45 am on 10th February 2013. I must point out these vehicles are subject to normal speed limits whilst on the public road sections, so won't be driving competitively through our village! Despite this, although it is early in the morning, I might even get up to watch the cars come through.
Many years ago I used to be a member of the Glossop & District Car Club. As a teenager I owned a 1966 registered Hillman Imp, which was my mum's run-around until I got my hands on it. I stripped it to a bare shell and rebuilt it using many competition parts (mum never recovered from coming home one day to find an engine in bits on the kitchen table).
Many of the competition parts actually came from an ex-Works Rootes Imp, very similar to the one shown in this photo in blue/white livery. This fantastic car (reputedly having been driven by Colin Malkin) was actually owned by another member of the club (Keith McIlroy). During an event one night, the shell was written off when Keith went straight on at a 'T' (junction), stuffing the car into a banking!
Keith went on to rally a Simca 1000cc and put his damaged car up for sale. I jumped at the chance and took the opportunity to buy the full race 998cc engine and a few other bits e.g. the twin DCOE Webers and rear-mounted exhaust. I already had a Jack Knight 'straight-cut' gearbox installed in my car with an 875cc engine, so the 875 was quickly exchanged for the 998, and the other parts installed too. Unfortunately, I never did have enough money to complete the purchase of the remaining bits off the ex-Works car (the set of Minilite wheels or the full Works suspension), so I competed with old steel wheels and trusty Dunlop SP44s. However, with the ever-increasing cost of rallying, I soon ran out of money and had to sell my pride and joy to pay off my rather large debts.
I never lost my interest in rallying though, and each year went to watch and follow the RAC Rally of Great Britain. This was the best period of rallying in my opinion, with the Group B supercars competing. I still remember the excitement of watching the Metro 6R4 and Audi Quattro blasting through the night in the forests, spotlights flashing through the trees, flames emitting from the exhaust, popping and banging, with gravel spraying into the spectating crowds. You heard the cars coming a long way off and in a moment they had passed, leaving a distinctive smell of oil and fuel in the air. It is funny now to think back to how I subjected my poor girlfriend to standing at a passage control during a freezing night, as her introduction to rallying. What a charmer I was... and yet she still went on to marry me!
Anyway, I digress... back to the Bruce Robinson Rally. To quote from their website: "This year the route will use approx. 140 miles of the best Lincolnshire lanes, including around 15 miles of good quality whites, some of which will this year be run as special tests on private land. The aim is to provide a well organised, exciting and exhilarating rally for all ranges of crews, whether expert or novice."
You can read more about it here: The Bruce Robinson Rally
9/10th February 2013
You may have seen a few posters dotted around the village on lampposts and telegraph poles. These give advance notification of a motor rally which is going to come through our village at 4.45 am on 10th February 2013. I must point out these vehicles are subject to normal speed limits whilst on the public road sections, so won't be driving competitively through our village! Despite this, although it is early in the morning, I might even get up to watch the cars come through.
Many years ago I used to be a member of the Glossop & District Car Club. As a teenager I owned a 1966 registered Hillman Imp, which was my mum's run-around until I got my hands on it. I stripped it to a bare shell and rebuilt it using many competition parts (mum never recovered from coming home one day to find an engine in bits on the kitchen table).
Many of the competition parts actually came from an ex-Works Rootes Imp, very similar to the one shown in this photo in blue/white livery. This fantastic car (reputedly having been driven by Colin Malkin) was actually owned by another member of the club (Keith McIlroy). During an event one night, the shell was written off when Keith went straight on at a 'T' (junction), stuffing the car into a banking!
Keith went on to rally a Simca 1000cc and put his damaged car up for sale. I jumped at the chance and took the opportunity to buy the full race 998cc engine and a few other bits e.g. the twin DCOE Webers and rear-mounted exhaust. I already had a Jack Knight 'straight-cut' gearbox installed in my car with an 875cc engine, so the 875 was quickly exchanged for the 998, and the other parts installed too. Unfortunately, I never did have enough money to complete the purchase of the remaining bits off the ex-Works car (the set of Minilite wheels or the full Works suspension), so I competed with old steel wheels and trusty Dunlop SP44s. However, with the ever-increasing cost of rallying, I soon ran out of money and had to sell my pride and joy to pay off my rather large debts.
I never lost my interest in rallying though, and each year went to watch and follow the RAC Rally of Great Britain. This was the best period of rallying in my opinion, with the Group B supercars competing. I still remember the excitement of watching the Metro 6R4 and Audi Quattro blasting through the night in the forests, spotlights flashing through the trees, flames emitting from the exhaust, popping and banging, with gravel spraying into the spectating crowds. You heard the cars coming a long way off and in a moment they had passed, leaving a distinctive smell of oil and fuel in the air. It is funny now to think back to how I subjected my poor girlfriend to standing at a passage control during a freezing night, as her introduction to rallying. What a charmer I was... and yet she still went on to marry me!
Anyway, I digress... back to the Bruce Robinson Rally. To quote from their website: "This year the route will use approx. 140 miles of the best Lincolnshire lanes, including around 15 miles of good quality whites, some of which will this year be run as special tests on private land. The aim is to provide a well organised, exciting and exhilarating rally for all ranges of crews, whether expert or novice."
You can read more about it here: The Bruce Robinson Rally
Friday, 25 January 2013
Wind Farms
Blowing winds of change through rural landscapes
An energy firm selected Nocton Fen as a site where it wanted to build a 34-turbine wind farm... this was reported in the Lincolnshire Echo on 19 February 2004. Could this happen again? You bet!
Concern Over Central Lincolnshire Joint Planning Unit [JPU] Wind Farm Policy and Practice
The JPU has identified areas of Central Lincolnshire suitable for large-scale wind farm development.
It would appear that the selection is based on identifying 'windy areas' [which in effect is most of Central Lincolnshire - see the map included in the Appendices]
Heckington wind farm plans given go-ahead by Government
'The decision by the Department of Energy and Climate Change follows an appeal after the plans were turned down by North Kesteven District Council.'
http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/Heckington-wind-farm-plans-given-ahead-Government/story-18090359-detail/story.html
Military radar deal paves way for more wind farms across Britain
'Thousands more wind turbines can now be built across Britain after energy companies struck behind-the-scenes deals to overcome military objections to wind farms.'
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/energy/windpower/8726922/Military-radar-deal-paves-way-for-more-wind-farms-across-Britain.html
Farmer tells court 'noise from wind turbines is not a nuisance'
'A FARMER whose land sites three of the wind turbines at the centre of a test case court battle over alleged noise nuisance claims the only sound he heard from them was the "steady swish" of their blades.'
http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/Farmer-tells-court-noise-wind-turbines-nuisance/story-12994891-detail/story.html
Green energy... just how green?
A large wind turbine may contain 500 lbs of a 'rare earth', called neodymium, in the manufacture of its magnets. This rare earth is mined in China (predominantly 97%) and distributed throughout the World.
China is expected to reduce exports of rare earth, to protect supply to its own rapidly growing industries, and costs are rising.
Contamination from mining wastes continues to blight many areas.
NGM June 2011
Lincolnshire County Council urged not to turn its back on wind turbines
'Opposition councillors say Lincolnshire's biggest authority should 'show leadership' in identifying future energy sources... after Conservative-led county council recommends no new large-scale wind farms are built within 2km of homes.'
http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/Lincolnshire-County-Council-urged-turn-wind/story-18274683-detail/story.html
An energy firm selected Nocton Fen as a site where it wanted to build a 34-turbine wind farm... this was reported in the Lincolnshire Echo on 19 February 2004. Could this happen again? You bet!
Concern Over Central Lincolnshire Joint Planning Unit [JPU] Wind Farm Policy and Practice
The JPU has identified areas of Central Lincolnshire suitable for large-scale wind farm development.
It would appear that the selection is based on identifying 'windy areas' [which in effect is most of Central Lincolnshire - see the map included in the Appendices]
Heckington wind farm plans given go-ahead by Government
'The decision by the Department of Energy and Climate Change follows an appeal after the plans were turned down by North Kesteven District Council.'
http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/Heckington-wind-farm-plans-given-ahead-Government/story-18090359-detail/story.html
Military radar deal paves way for more wind farms across Britain
'Thousands more wind turbines can now be built across Britain after energy companies struck behind-the-scenes deals to overcome military objections to wind farms.'
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/energy/windpower/8726922/Military-radar-deal-paves-way-for-more-wind-farms-across-Britain.html
Farmer tells court 'noise from wind turbines is not a nuisance'
'A FARMER whose land sites three of the wind turbines at the centre of a test case court battle over alleged noise nuisance claims the only sound he heard from them was the "steady swish" of their blades.'
http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/Farmer-tells-court-noise-wind-turbines-nuisance/story-12994891-detail/story.html
Green energy... just how green?
A large wind turbine may contain 500 lbs of a 'rare earth', called neodymium, in the manufacture of its magnets. This rare earth is mined in China (predominantly 97%) and distributed throughout the World.
China is expected to reduce exports of rare earth, to protect supply to its own rapidly growing industries, and costs are rising.
Contamination from mining wastes continues to blight many areas.
NGM June 2011
Lincolnshire County Council urged not to turn its back on wind turbines
'Opposition councillors say Lincolnshire's biggest authority should 'show leadership' in identifying future energy sources... after Conservative-led county council recommends no new large-scale wind farms are built within 2km of homes.'
http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/Lincolnshire-County-Council-urged-turn-wind/story-18274683-detail/story.html
Thursday, 24 January 2013
'Not in my cuppa'
No intensification
Remember the fight against the application for a mega dairy on your doorstep?
Whilst the local campaign group CAFFO has now disbanded since the Environment Agency refused to support the plans for the intensive dairy on Nocton Heath, one of the major support groups that worked with us to help fight the application are still fighting against intensification.
If you are interested you can view their new video here: Taking the Factory out of Farming.
It is important not to forget our other partner too, Compassion in World Farming. Whilst it was undoubtedly the Environment Agency that finally put paid to Nocton Dairies Ltd's plans, we should not under-estimate the influence that was brought to bear by the very active campaign. CAFFO were very grateful to have these major lobbying groups on-side for the duration.
You may be interested in their new campaign RAW 'The true cost of factory farming' if you really care where your food is coming from.
Remember the fight against the application for a mega dairy on your doorstep?
Whilst the local campaign group CAFFO has now disbanded since the Environment Agency refused to support the plans for the intensive dairy on Nocton Heath, one of the major support groups that worked with us to help fight the application are still fighting against intensification.
If you are interested you can view their new video here: Taking the Factory out of Farming.
It is important not to forget our other partner too, Compassion in World Farming. Whilst it was undoubtedly the Environment Agency that finally put paid to Nocton Dairies Ltd's plans, we should not under-estimate the influence that was brought to bear by the very active campaign. CAFFO were very grateful to have these major lobbying groups on-side for the duration.
You may be interested in their new campaign RAW 'The true cost of factory farming' if you really care where your food is coming from.
Wednesday, 23 January 2013
Tuesday, 22 January 2013
Nocton 'Doodle'
Hot off the Press
"Dear All
Please find attached the January Doodle – The editorial is worth a
read.
Kindest regards
Chris"
Thursday, 17 January 2013
Computer Courses
Communities Together Training Programme 3
Beginners Computers Course
5th, 12th & 19th March 2013
10am to 12 noon
Digby War Memorial Hall, Church Street, LN4 3LZ
Beginners Computers Course
5th, 12th & 19th March 2013
1pm to 3pm
Digby War Memorial Hall, Church Street, LN4 3LZ
Beginners Computer Course
10th, 17th & 24th April 2013
10am to 12 noon
North Hykeham Memorial Hall, 317 Newark Road, LN6 9RY
The above computer courses are provided free of charge through Age UK - for older adults over 60 years of age.
To check availability and book a place, please telephone Kathy Briggs on 07939 669308.
Beginners Computers Course
5th, 12th & 19th March 2013
10am to 12 noon
Digby War Memorial Hall, Church Street, LN4 3LZ
Beginners Computers Course
5th, 12th & 19th March 2013
1pm to 3pm
Digby War Memorial Hall, Church Street, LN4 3LZ
Beginners Computer Course
10th, 17th & 24th April 2013
10am to 12 noon
North Hykeham Memorial Hall, 317 Newark Road, LN6 9RY
The above computer courses are provided free of charge through Age UK - for older adults over 60 years of age.
To check availability and book a place, please telephone Kathy Briggs on 07939 669308.
Wednesday, 16 January 2013
General news
£20m pledge to build 105 new affordable homes in Lincolnshire
'This will deliver at least 105 new council properties in Sleaford, Ruskington, North Hykeham plus a number of smaller, rural communities.'
http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/pound-20m-pledge-build-105-new-affordable-homes/story-17863168-detail/story.html
Sleaford MP Stephen Phillips wants new negotiations on Europe
'THE MP for Sleaford has urged the Prime Minister to give the British people a say on a renegotiated relationship between the UK and the European Union.'
http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/Sleaford-MP-Stephen-Phillips-wants-new/story-17863155-detail/story.html
PCC Hardwick has new policing plan for Lincolnshire
'Alan Hardwick, the first elected Police and Crime Commissioner for Lincolnshire, has outlined his police and crime plan proposals.'
http://thelincolnite.co.uk/2013/01/lincolnshire-pcc-announce-new-policing-plan/
'This will deliver at least 105 new council properties in Sleaford, Ruskington, North Hykeham plus a number of smaller, rural communities.'
http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/pound-20m-pledge-build-105-new-affordable-homes/story-17863168-detail/story.html
Sleaford MP Stephen Phillips wants new negotiations on Europe
'THE MP for Sleaford has urged the Prime Minister to give the British people a say on a renegotiated relationship between the UK and the European Union.'
http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/Sleaford-MP-Stephen-Phillips-wants-new/story-17863155-detail/story.html
PCC Hardwick has new policing plan for Lincolnshire
'Alan Hardwick, the first elected Police and Crime Commissioner for Lincolnshire, has outlined his police and crime plan proposals.'
http://thelincolnite.co.uk/2013/01/lincolnshire-pcc-announce-new-policing-plan/
Tuesday, 15 January 2013
To Let
Nocton Nurseries - Warehouse/Storage Buildings
I came across this advert during a general search on Google, but don't know if this is current or not.
http://www.estatesgazette.com/propertylink/advert/nocton_nurseries_warehouse_storage_buildings_nocton_fen_lane_lincoln_lincolnshire-lincoln_lincolnshire-3410431.htm
I came across this advert during a general search on Google, but don't know if this is current or not.
http://www.estatesgazette.com/propertylink/advert/nocton_nurseries_warehouse_storage_buildings_nocton_fen_lane_lincoln_lincolnshire-lincoln_lincolnshire-3410431.htm
Saturday, 12 January 2013
Articles
Parish Council
Please find enclosed Councillor MaryAnn William's report from the January meeting.
Grant bids invited!
As previously reported in The Doodle, Nocton Parish Council now has some £600 to give away to local groups and organisations following the sale of a large collection of books, most generously donated by a local resident.
If your group wishes to make a bid, then please submit an application to Steve Altridge, the Parish Clerk, at noctonparishcouncil@hotmail.co.uk
Your application should explain clearly how your bid will benefit the group and its members and set out the amount of grant sought. The Parish Council is anxious to help as many groups as possible so please bear this in mind when framing your application.
The deadline for the submission of bids is 28th February.
Councillor Ian Goldsworthy
Please find enclosed Councillor MaryAnn William's report from the January meeting.
Grant bids invited!
As previously reported in The Doodle, Nocton Parish Council now has some £600 to give away to local groups and organisations following the sale of a large collection of books, most generously donated by a local resident.
If your group wishes to make a bid, then please submit an application to Steve Altridge, the Parish Clerk, at noctonparishcouncil@hotmail.co.uk
Your application should explain clearly how your bid will benefit the group and its members and set out the amount of grant sought. The Parish Council is anxious to help as many groups as possible so please bear this in mind when framing your application.
The deadline for the submission of bids is 28th February.
Councillor Ian Goldsworthy
Thursday, 10 January 2013
Beeswax Farming (Rainbow) Ltd
Visit to Parish Council
There was an interesting visit from Nicholas Worboys (Estates Manager and Chartered Surveyor) and Robert Hall (Savills UK) to the Parish Council meeting on Tuesday evening, 8th January.
It was nice to hear that all the old Nocton Estate land has been brought back into single ownership, with Nocton Heath, Nocton Middle and Nocton Fen being purchased by Beeswax Farming (Rainbow) Ltd.
This is a long-term investment for Sir James Dyson and his company, to be maintained as an agricultural concern (with no plans for a super-dairy you'll be pleased to hear!). The anaerobic digester on Nocton Fen has also been purchased. This will form part of the business plan for the estate, with a simplified process using pure energy crops, meaning little or no imported feedstock, thus minimising any traffic impact.
There may well be future development of the estate, with chicken sheds and poly-tunnels being mentioned, but it was stated these will only be 'small-scale'. There may also be a requirement for erection of grain storage buildings on the Heath, as currently the company are utilising space on the Munks Agricultural Contractors Ltd site.
Robert Howard is the contractor for Nocton Heath and Middle (however I do not recall the Fen being mentioned in this context).
The company is looking to develop an Environmental Stewardship Plan for the estate, which bodes well. It is also good to see the company being proactive and establishing early contact and dialogue with the local community.
Finally, you may like to read an interesting profile of Sir James Dyson.
There was an interesting visit from Nicholas Worboys (Estates Manager and Chartered Surveyor) and Robert Hall (Savills UK) to the Parish Council meeting on Tuesday evening, 8th January.
It was nice to hear that all the old Nocton Estate land has been brought back into single ownership, with Nocton Heath, Nocton Middle and Nocton Fen being purchased by Beeswax Farming (Rainbow) Ltd.
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| The Nocton Estate |
This is a long-term investment for Sir James Dyson and his company, to be maintained as an agricultural concern (with no plans for a super-dairy you'll be pleased to hear!). The anaerobic digester on Nocton Fen has also been purchased. This will form part of the business plan for the estate, with a simplified process using pure energy crops, meaning little or no imported feedstock, thus minimising any traffic impact.
There may well be future development of the estate, with chicken sheds and poly-tunnels being mentioned, but it was stated these will only be 'small-scale'. There may also be a requirement for erection of grain storage buildings on the Heath, as currently the company are utilising space on the Munks Agricultural Contractors Ltd site.
Robert Howard is the contractor for Nocton Heath and Middle (however I do not recall the Fen being mentioned in this context).
The company is looking to develop an Environmental Stewardship Plan for the estate, which bodes well. It is also good to see the company being proactive and establishing early contact and dialogue with the local community.
Finally, you may like to read an interesting profile of Sir James Dyson.
Wednesday, 9 January 2013
The 'Doodle'
Call for Articles
The following email was received this afternoon:
"Dear All
The following email was received this afternoon:
"Dear All
Firstly owing to me rebuilding my PC over christmas and messing up my
contacts list, some of you may have got this by mistake. If so please let me
know and I will remove you from the mailing list.
Otherwise, please can I have any articles for this months Nocton Doodle by
Saturday evening 12th Jan.
Earlier would be great if possible, but if you will be on the last minute
please let me know to help me plan space.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Kindest regards
Chris"
Monday, 7 January 2013
General Information
Local Dance and Fitness
"I am a local dance and fitness instructor and a recent Dance graduate of the University of Lincoln, I have experience in teaching many different styles of dance to a wide variety of people and aspire to make dance accessible for all. From January 7th 2013 I will be offering a number of adult dance and fitness class in and around your area, please find below more information on these classes.
Tuesday
Zumba 10am-11am Bardney Village Hall
Enjoy a dance fitness class to Latin and International Inspired music ... get fit whilst having fun! (Suitable for all ages and abilities 16|+)
Wednesday
Musical Movers 8pm-9pm Potterhanworth Memorial Hall
A fun and upbeat adult dance class which incorporates well known songs from the West End and Broadway. (Suitable for all ages and abilities 16+)
Thursday
Babybugs 1pm-2pm Washingborough Community Centre (Starting January 24th)
A fun and interactive postnatal class with your baby (from 6weeks old) to really help you gain back some abdominal strength and to increase your fitness levels following your pregnancy.
I would be very grateful if you could put the attached flyer on any local notice boards or anywhere else that you think may be appropriate and give out to anyone who may be interested in any of these classes. If you would like any more information you can visit the website ( www.rhythminmovement.co.uk), Facebook (Rhythm in Movement Dance Company) and Twitter (RhythmMoveDance).
Alex Law"
Councillor Marianne Overton
"Dear Friends and Colleagues,
Wishing you a very healthy, happy and successful 2013.
I hope Christmas has been good for you. I have been thinking a lot over the Christmas break, so this newsletter is a little different to the usual!
I hope you will find useful information, ideas and opportunities to interest you, as well as some news on recent events.
Kind Regards,
Marianne"
"I am a local dance and fitness instructor and a recent Dance graduate of the University of Lincoln, I have experience in teaching many different styles of dance to a wide variety of people and aspire to make dance accessible for all. From January 7th 2013 I will be offering a number of adult dance and fitness class in and around your area, please find below more information on these classes.
Tuesday
Zumba 10am-11am Bardney Village Hall
Enjoy a dance fitness class to Latin and International Inspired music ... get fit whilst having fun! (Suitable for all ages and abilities 16|+)
Wednesday
Musical Movers 8pm-9pm Potterhanworth Memorial Hall
A fun and upbeat adult dance class which incorporates well known songs from the West End and Broadway. (Suitable for all ages and abilities 16+)
Thursday
Babybugs 1pm-2pm Washingborough Community Centre (Starting January 24th)
A fun and interactive postnatal class with your baby (from 6weeks old) to really help you gain back some abdominal strength and to increase your fitness levels following your pregnancy.
I would be very grateful if you could put the attached flyer on any local notice boards or anywhere else that you think may be appropriate and give out to anyone who may be interested in any of these classes. If you would like any more information you can visit the website ( www.rhythminmovement.co.uk), Facebook (Rhythm in Movement Dance Company) and Twitter (RhythmMoveDance).
Alex Law"
Councillor Marianne Overton
"Dear Friends and Colleagues,
Wishing you a very healthy, happy and successful 2013.
I hope Christmas has been good for you. I have been thinking a lot over the Christmas break, so this newsletter is a little different to the usual!
I hope you will find useful information, ideas and opportunities to interest you, as well as some news on recent events.
Kind Regards,
Marianne"
Sunday, 6 January 2013
Public Notices
In the courts of Lincolnshire...
Nocton man fined.
http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/courts-Lincolnshire/story-17749610-detail/story.html
Nocton man fined.
http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/courts-Lincolnshire/story-17749610-detail/story.html
Friday, 4 January 2013
Learning
CountyNews
I noticed the following articles in the latest newspaper that may be of interest:
Cash for countryside
'Rural communities across Lincolnshire can benefit from cash for projects improving the quality of local life.'
Applications must be made to the Lincolnshire Community Foundation for a grant from the Lincolnshire Rural & Communities Fund. The deadline is 1st March 2013.
Grants of up to £2,000 can be made in respect of a group application, or up to £300 for individual's application.
For more information and advice visit: www.lincolnshirecf.co.uk or telephone Sue Fortune on 01529 305825
Log on for learning
'A new website means it's now even easier for Lincolnshire adults to give learning a go.'
The course details can be located here: www.2aspire.org.uk - you will find there is something for everyone, and many of the classes are free.
Once you've located something you fancy, you register online or contact the provider direct.
I noticed the following articles in the latest newspaper that may be of interest:
Cash for countryside
'Rural communities across Lincolnshire can benefit from cash for projects improving the quality of local life.'
Applications must be made to the Lincolnshire Community Foundation for a grant from the Lincolnshire Rural & Communities Fund. The deadline is 1st March 2013.
Grants of up to £2,000 can be made in respect of a group application, or up to £300 for individual's application.
For more information and advice visit: www.lincolnshirecf.co.uk or telephone Sue Fortune on 01529 305825
Log on for learning
'A new website means it's now even easier for Lincolnshire adults to give learning a go.'
The course details can be located here: www.2aspire.org.uk - you will find there is something for everyone, and many of the classes are free.
Once you've located something you fancy, you register online or contact the provider direct.
Thursday, 3 January 2013
What's On
January What's On Guide
The following list was received from North Kesteven District Council:
NATIONAL CENTRE FOR CRAFT & DESIGN
01529 308710
www.nationalcraftanddesign.org.uk
Gordon Baldwin, until 13 Jan – A celebration of the remarkable career and achievements of Lincoln-born ceramicist, Gordon Baldwin. Free entry.
Class of 2012, until 6 Jan – This exhibition presents the work of recent design graduates from UK universities. Free entry.
National Centre Presents, 12 Jan to 10 Feb – Two emerging artists; Stevie Davies and Bethany Walker have been selected for this annual showcase. Free entry.
Dinky Designers, 23 Jan, 10.30am to 12noon – Messy and creative fun for children and their parents/carers.
£5 per child.
Small Things. Big Ideas, 31 Jan, 1pm to 2.30pm – With an interest in science, engineering and design, Luke Jerram and Dave Bramston will discuss how microbiology has informed their practice, with both finding new ways to represent and reveal invisible phenomena. Tickets: £6 concessions: £4.
ARTSNK
01529 410595
www.artsnk.org
African Drumming Classes, every Tuesday, various times – African drumming workshops led by Njega Sohne. Classes take place at the North Kesteven Centre, North Hykeham, for both children and adults.
Various prices apply.
Dance Classes, various venues and times – A range of dance classes for young people and adults are available at Harpers at Sleaford Fitness Club and the North Kesteven Centre, North Hykeham. Various prices apply.
THE NATURAL WORLD CENTRE, WHISBY
01522 688868
www.naturalworldcentre.co.uk
Christmas Craft Fair, until 6 Jan – Treat yourself or a loved one to something special this festive season. With unique gifts from local craft makers, tempting treats and wonderful greeting cards, the fair will have the perfect gift for everyone! Free entry.
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE
01522 883311
www.terryotooletheatre.org.uk
TOTT Readers, 6 Jan, 7pm – Take part in this monthly reading group. Free entry.
Dick Turpin the Panto, 16 to 19 Jan, 7pm plus Saturday matinee at 2.30pm – The ACTion Theatre Company presents the panto, Dick Turpin for all the family, featuring resident panto band, High Toby and the Gallowsmen. Ticket prices from £5.
NK OUTREACH
01522 870252
NK Social Strollers, various venues and times – Join NK Social Strollers for leisurely health walks throughout the district. Meet new people, exercise and have fun. Free entry.
Slacklining, every Saturday, 2pm to 3pm at the NK Centre – Take part in a form of tightrope walking where the line is not held taut but stretches and bounces like a long and narrow trampoline.
£3.60 per person.
Parkour, every Saturday, 3pm to 5pm at the NK Centre – Roll, jump and move around various gym style equipment in a circuit style set up. £4.10 per person.
ExtremeNK Climbing Sessions, NK Centre, various days and times – Try out vertical climbing and bouldering challenges. £4.10 per person per session including kit hire.
The following list was received from North Kesteven District Council:
NATIONAL CENTRE FOR CRAFT & DESIGN
01529 308710
www.nationalcraftanddesign.org.uk
Gordon Baldwin, until 13 Jan – A celebration of the remarkable career and achievements of Lincoln-born ceramicist, Gordon Baldwin. Free entry.
Class of 2012, until 6 Jan – This exhibition presents the work of recent design graduates from UK universities. Free entry.
National Centre Presents, 12 Jan to 10 Feb – Two emerging artists; Stevie Davies and Bethany Walker have been selected for this annual showcase. Free entry.
Dinky Designers, 23 Jan, 10.30am to 12noon – Messy and creative fun for children and their parents/carers.
£5 per child.
Small Things. Big Ideas, 31 Jan, 1pm to 2.30pm – With an interest in science, engineering and design, Luke Jerram and Dave Bramston will discuss how microbiology has informed their practice, with both finding new ways to represent and reveal invisible phenomena. Tickets: £6 concessions: £4.
ARTSNK
01529 410595
www.artsnk.org
African Drumming Classes, every Tuesday, various times – African drumming workshops led by Njega Sohne. Classes take place at the North Kesteven Centre, North Hykeham, for both children and adults.
Various prices apply.
Dance Classes, various venues and times – A range of dance classes for young people and adults are available at Harpers at Sleaford Fitness Club and the North Kesteven Centre, North Hykeham. Various prices apply.
THE NATURAL WORLD CENTRE, WHISBY
01522 688868
www.naturalworldcentre.co.uk
Christmas Craft Fair, until 6 Jan – Treat yourself or a loved one to something special this festive season. With unique gifts from local craft makers, tempting treats and wonderful greeting cards, the fair will have the perfect gift for everyone! Free entry.
TERRY O’TOOLE THEATRE
01522 883311
www.terryotooletheatre.org.uk
TOTT Readers, 6 Jan, 7pm – Take part in this monthly reading group. Free entry.
Dick Turpin the Panto, 16 to 19 Jan, 7pm plus Saturday matinee at 2.30pm – The ACTion Theatre Company presents the panto, Dick Turpin for all the family, featuring resident panto band, High Toby and the Gallowsmen. Ticket prices from £5.
NK OUTREACH
01522 870252
NK Social Strollers, various venues and times – Join NK Social Strollers for leisurely health walks throughout the district. Meet new people, exercise and have fun. Free entry.
Slacklining, every Saturday, 2pm to 3pm at the NK Centre – Take part in a form of tightrope walking where the line is not held taut but stretches and bounces like a long and narrow trampoline.
£3.60 per person.
Parkour, every Saturday, 3pm to 5pm at the NK Centre – Roll, jump and move around various gym style equipment in a circuit style set up. £4.10 per person.
ExtremeNK Climbing Sessions, NK Centre, various days and times – Try out vertical climbing and bouldering challenges. £4.10 per person per session including kit hire.
Tuesday, 1 January 2013
Lords of the Manor
'The Lords of the Manor of Nocton and their Times'
Happy New Year to you all - may I wish you a healthy and fruitful year.
I thought I would open 2013 with a flourish. As many of you will know, I have been cataloguing all of Mrs Sheila Redshaw's historical material appertaining to our village of Nocton. As one of the final tasks, I decided to record electronically the handwritten draft of a book that has never been published before. It has taken many months to type up the work, but the finished item can now be located here: 'The Lords of the Manor of Nocton and their Times' by John Eagle.
The handwritten draft has been in the possession of the Ireson family for many years and latterly was donated to Mrs Redshaw (in order for this to be added to her collection).
All of Sheila’s archive material has since been donated to the Parish Council for the benefit of the residents of Nocton in perpetuity. The manuscript book is now catalogued under Ref. No.66 should you wish to view the original.
Somewhat appropriately, the following text was discovered in what appear to be the author's working papers – and I feel this is a super introduction, should you choose to read the book:
“Except upon a very limited, and, I think, unsatisfactory scale, there is not enough authenticated material available to make a complete survey of the biographies of the Lords of the Manor of Nocton possible. Therefore, in order to gain the end I desire, I have employed duly accredited documentary evidence principally as a guide, and adapted to suit the plan upon which I based this story, so that it has become partly factual and partly fictitious.
I have tried to limit the influence of my imagination so that it remains within the strict confines of what is possible and what is probable. Thus I have endeavoured to be scrupulous in first observing the facts, and then studying the implications arising from the facts, and from those resources I have drawn my own interpretation of events. In doing so I have continuously recognised the unmistakeable fact that I could be wrong”
Finally, I believe the author would have liked to see his draft being made available for others to read, rather than being left stored in a box, never to see the light of day. Enjoy, I hope you find it interesting, I did.
Happy New Year to you all - may I wish you a healthy and fruitful year.
I thought I would open 2013 with a flourish. As many of you will know, I have been cataloguing all of Mrs Sheila Redshaw's historical material appertaining to our village of Nocton. As one of the final tasks, I decided to record electronically the handwritten draft of a book that has never been published before. It has taken many months to type up the work, but the finished item can now be located here: 'The Lords of the Manor of Nocton and their Times' by John Eagle.
The handwritten draft has been in the possession of the Ireson family for many years and latterly was donated to Mrs Redshaw (in order for this to be added to her collection).
All of Sheila’s archive material has since been donated to the Parish Council for the benefit of the residents of Nocton in perpetuity. The manuscript book is now catalogued under Ref. No.66 should you wish to view the original.
Somewhat appropriately, the following text was discovered in what appear to be the author's working papers – and I feel this is a super introduction, should you choose to read the book:
“Except upon a very limited, and, I think, unsatisfactory scale, there is not enough authenticated material available to make a complete survey of the biographies of the Lords of the Manor of Nocton possible. Therefore, in order to gain the end I desire, I have employed duly accredited documentary evidence principally as a guide, and adapted to suit the plan upon which I based this story, so that it has become partly factual and partly fictitious.
I have tried to limit the influence of my imagination so that it remains within the strict confines of what is possible and what is probable. Thus I have endeavoured to be scrupulous in first observing the facts, and then studying the implications arising from the facts, and from those resources I have drawn my own interpretation of events. In doing so I have continuously recognised the unmistakeable fact that I could be wrong”
Finally, I believe the author would have liked to see his draft being made available for others to read, rather than being left stored in a box, never to see the light of day. Enjoy, I hope you find it interesting, I did.
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