Can Lincoln's Frequency Festival rejuvenate the city's digital side?
'Lincoln may not the first city that comes to mind when choosing a tech and digital festival to attend in the UK, but it’s got potential.'
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/news/11966830/Can-Lincolns-Frequency-Festival-rejuvenate-the-citys-digital-side.html
Frequency Festival
'The third edition of Frequency Festival returns to light up Lincoln with extraordinary art exhibitions, interactive performances, and lively conversations. With free events taking place across the city, there will be something for everyone to discover, as we explore ideas of digital liberation.'
http://frequency.org.uk/
Saturday, 31 October 2015
Friday, 30 October 2015
Nocton Hall - stimulating interest
Potential development site
With Leda Properties rumoured to be on the verge of presenting outline plans for development of their long-term investment, I would now like to publish some of the work I have been doing in the background to get some progression on this asset.
Sent: 21 April 2012 17:31
To: Time Team
Subject: Nocton Park Priory & Nocton Hall
Good afternoon,
I would like to suggest a site visit by the Time team to the village and surrounds of Nocton in Lincolnshire.
Geoff Hall
From: Time Team
Sent: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 12:33 PM
To: Geoff Hall
Subject: RE: Nocton Park Priory & Nocton Hall
Dear Geoff,
Many thanks for writing to us with a site suggestion. We are currently working on the 2012 series of Time Team and are on the lookout for good sites. I will discuss your suggestion with the series director and if we’d like to pursue then we’ll be in touch later in the year.
If you haven’t heard from us by May I’m afraid it means the site hasn’t made the shortlist. I’m sure you’ll understand that we receive hundreds of suggestions each year, but all are considered!
We do appreciate you contacting us,
Regards,
Development Producer
Time Team
Sent: Monday, July 8, 2013 11:59 AM
To: HILT Foundation
Subject: Nocton Hall
Good morning,
It was good to meet you at the Air Show yesterday. Although it appears you are in the very early stages of talking to the owners of the RAF Hospital site in Nocton (Leda Properties), as a matter of courtesy I am providing a link to the Nocton in Lincolnshire blog. This contains quite a bit of background information about the development site if you scroll down to the bottom of the page and use one of the shortcuts to ‘Nocton Hall’ or ‘RAF Nocton Hall’.
If your organisation manages to make progress with any plans for a solar farm in Nocton, I would be happy to provide any updates to the community through this blog if you feel it worthwhile.
I wish you every success with your business.
Best regards,
Geoff
From: HILT Foundation
Sent: Monday, July 8, 2013 1:05 PM
To: Geoff Hall
Subject: Re: Nocton Hall
Geoff,
Many thanks for that, and would appreciate you staying on board providing info like this. Pleasure to have met you at the show.
Kindest regards
HILT Foundation
Sent: 08 December 2014 13:07
To: Gladman Developments
Subject: Potential site for development
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am a local resident of the village of Nocton in Lincolnshire and would like to bring to your attention a parcel of land that could be ripe for an exciting development.
Location of site
Nocton in the North Kesteven District of Lincolnshire - seven miles south-east of Lincoln (an up and coming University city).
Background
The land concerned is at the heart of our village and consists of a Grade II listed property (Nocton Hall – a partial ruin), associated woodland and grounds, together with a decommissioned RAF Hospital site (which could be an enabling-venture for the stabilisation/development of the old hall and pleasure grounds). The land is currently in the ownership of Leda Properties Ltd, Marcham Road, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1TZ. There was an initial plan (Planning Application: N/42/1268/02) which unfortunately never came to fruition, since then the site has been allowed to fall into disrepair.
North Kesteven District Council have commissioned an Options Appraisal in partnership with English Heritage, which concentrates on the constraints of redevelopment for the old hall. You may also like to see the Project Viability Report that supports the Options Appraisal - I believe Option 3 was the preferred solution.
The local Parish Council has recently published a resolution on the lack of progress with this site and you may like to conclude with reading my last village blog regarding the situation with this site.
Why you?
Your company appear to be action-oriented, not afraid of speculative acquisitions and are content to take calculated risks with development. You are also involved in developing a mix of property - office, industrial and residential. Your company also has an ethos of working in partnership (this being very important to our community too), and you are persistent with seeking resolution to your plans.
Finally, I do not require a response to this email - it is purely for information.
Yours faithfully,
GM Hall
From: Gladman Developments
Sent: 22 December 2014 16:42
To: Geoff Hall
Subject: Gladman Land Enquiry
Dear G M Hall,
Thank you for considering Gladman with regards to Nocton Hall, Lincolnshire. Gladman specialise in obtaining consent on sustainable sites of 7 acres and above, adjacent to existing settlements.
The redevelopment of a listed building therefore would not be something we would pursue but once again many thanks for providing us with the opportunity to assess the hall.
Kind Regards
Gladman Developments
From: Geoff Hall
Sent: 08 December 2014 19:13
To: Retirement Villages
Subject: Potential land for development
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am a local resident of the village of Nocton in Lincolnshire and would like to bring to your attention a parcel of land that could be ripe for an exciting retirement development.
Location of site
Nocton in the North Kesteven District of Lincolnshire - seven miles south-east of Lincoln (an up and coming University city).
Background
The land concerned is at the heart of our village and consists of a Grade II listed property (Nocton Hall – a partial ruin), associated woodland and grounds, together with a decommissioned RAF Hospital site (which could be an enabling-venture for the stabilisation/development of the old hall and pleasure grounds). The land is currently in the ownership of Leda Properties Ltd, Marcham Road, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1TZ. There was an initial plan (Planning Application: N/42/1268/02) which unfortunately never came to fruition, since then the site has been allowed to fall into disrepair.
North Kesteven District Council have commissioned an Options Appraisal in partnership with English Heritage, which concentrates on the constraints of redevelopment for the old hall. You may also like to see the Project Viability Report that supports the Options Appraisal - I believe Option 3 was the preferred solution.
The local Parish Council has recently published a resolution on the lack of progress with this site and you may like to conclude with reading my last village blog regarding the situation with this site.
Why you?
The fact that your company has been shortlisted for a national property award demonstrates the value placed on the design of your developments. There are clearly a number of heritage properties that have been sensitively developed too. Your developments maximise the beautiful surroundings in which they are based. Your company is one of the longest established operator of care villages in the UK and therefore should be well placed to see the long-term value of this village site.
Finally, I do not require a response to this email - it is purely for information.
Yours faithfully,
GM Hall
Sent: 05 August 2015 09:08
To: Globe Limited
Subject: Potential Development Site - Nocton
Dear Sir/Madam,
I see you are acting for Cameron and Dominik Jackson [Jackson and Jackson Developments Ltd] regarding ‘The Parklands’ at Sudbrooke. I have seen the article in the Lincolnite and it seems a very innovative development.
I would like to bring Cameron and Dominik’s attention to an undeveloped brownfield site that is at the heart of our village in Nocton. If they are seeking further potential development sites around the Lincoln area, it could make an exciting project for those with a vision to make it succeed.
Site Details
This contains a ruin of a Grade II Listed property (Nocton Hall) and a decommissioned RAF Hospital consisting of many tumbledown prefabricated buildings. A property investment company (Leda Properties) originally paid in excess of £300K for RAF Nocton Hospital (as reported in the Lincolnshire Echo on 8th January 2000). Leda Properties originally submitted plans to North Kesteven District Council back in 2002 (1267/02 and 1268/02), but these were refused. I believe the over-riding concern at the time was the number of properties projected for the site, in what was then a 3rd tier village.
Since then, despite the efforts of North Kesteven District Council to seek a satisfactory resolution with Leda Properties, the site has continued to deteriorate and remains undeveloped. The local Parish Council is also frustrated by the lack of progress with this site. The last action of any merit was the preparation of an Options Appraisal to guide any development work.
Options Appraisal
The costs of a full renovation of Nocton Hall would probably be too prohibitive, as any developer would be unlikely to cover the costs by the sale of the renovation, even if it were to be converted into luxury apartments, a hotel facility or something similar. It would require an extensive ‘enabling development’ on the RAF Hospital site.
Option Appraisal costings – solely for Nocton Hall [October 2011]
1. Total demolition - £0.327m
2. Historic ruin - £0.932m
3. Partial demolition - £1.947m
4. Repair as ruin and develop Service Wing - £2.355m
5. Full restoration - £7.845m
Although Nocton Hall is now a shadow of its former self, there are parts of the building that would be easier to renovate e.g. the service wing. That is probably why NKDC selected their preferred option of stabilising Nocton Hall as a ruin and developing the service wing (circa £2.355 million)… and reducing the number of properties within the ‘enabling development’.
N.B. any proposals would need to reflect the historic setting and grounds – some of the demolition options would not be acceptable to English Heritage. There is also a rumoured MOD claw-back of 50% on any developer profits made (which expires in approximately 2022) – this may explain why no agreement has ever been reached between Leda and NKDC, as there could be a tension over the number of properties to be incorporated in any ‘enabling development’.
As you can see there are many unknowns with this site and it would require careful research, but I truly believe there is an exciting possibility awaiting the right developer, if the potential hurdles could be overcome. I suppose it will always come down to money and whether the potential profits make taking the risks involved worthwhile, which will dependent on:
Thank you for taking the time to read this email – there is no need to reply – it is purely for information.
Yours sincerely,
Geoff Hall
Nocton in Lincolnshire
N.B. Along with the links provided, a great deal of background information about Nocton Hall can be obtained through the ‘Search’ facility or ‘Index’ on my local blog.
http://nocton.blogspot.co.uk/2014/02/nocton-hall.html
http://www.nocton.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/compulsory-purchase-order.html
http://www.sleafordstandard.co.uk/news/local/delays-to-repair-of-nocton-hall-are-intolerable-1-6322865
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/Nocton-Hall-10-endangered-buildings/story-11199073-detail/story.html
http://www.ledaproperties-abingdon.co.uk/
Meet the brothers behind a multi-million pound company championing change in Lincoln
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/Meet-brothers-multi-million-pound-company/story-28127151-detail/story.html
Sent: 27 October 2015 08:39
To: Landmark Trust
Subject: Nocton Hall
Good morning,
I have been enjoying your recent television programme about the activities of the Landmark Trust and would like to bring to your attention a Grade II Listed building at the heart of our village which has an interested history.
The local Parish Council and North Kesteven District Council have worked hard over the years to find a solution to halt the decline of this once cherished building and an Options Appraisal was produced in partnership with English Heritage.
It appears at long last that the owners are due to present outline plans for an enabling development that will be built in the grounds of the Hall, which includes an old RAF Hospital site. The stabilisation and renovation of Nocton Hall, as outlined in the Options Appraisal will be conditional.
I am highlighting this property to you at this early stage, as there could be an opportunity for you to assist in saving part of the Hall. This of course would have to be in partnership with the various bodies... and that perhaps you could get some return from some of the refurbished Hall being rented out as holiday accommodation in a historical village setting.
Regards,
Geoff
http://www.nocton.blogspot.co.uk/
From: Landmark Trust
Sent: 28 October 2015 10:47
To: Geoff Hall
Subject: Nocton Hall
Dear Geoff
Thanks for getting in touch about Nocton Hall. It’s good to see proactive plans are being drawn up to save the house, but I think it’s not one for Landmark. We very rarely share mixed use sites (and usually have just one unit of Landmark accommodation per site). In addition, once a commercial developer is involved, sites rarely ‘need’ Landmark’s help. We get well over 100 approaches about potential buildings a year, or which we can only take on 2-3, so we have to reserve our efforts for those buildings that really won’t survive without us.
Sorry we can’t help,
Best wishes
Landmark Trust
I think the lack of development to date demonstrates the potential difficulties with this site and particularly whether the whole matter can prove profitable for those likely to be involved.
With Leda Properties rumoured to be on the verge of presenting outline plans for development of their long-term investment, I would now like to publish some of the work I have been doing in the background to get some progression on this asset.
1) Time Team Programme
From: Geoff HallSent: 21 April 2012 17:31
To: Time Team
Subject: Nocton Park Priory & Nocton Hall
Good afternoon,
I would like to suggest a site visit by the Time team to the village and surrounds of Nocton in Lincolnshire.
Possible Objectives
- Determine the exact layout of Nocton Park Priory
- Confirm that the Priory was not actually converted/rebuilt into a Manor House on the same site
- Confirm that the stone from the Priory was robbed out and used to construct the Nocton Old Hall (in the heart of the village)
- Confirm the site of the remains of St Peter’s Church to the west of the current Grade II Listed Nocton Hall
One document is enclosed for perusal:
- Nocton Park Priory Information Sheet, with the other available via a link
- EJ Willson and the Architectural History of Nocton Old Hall (by Carol Bennett – local resident)
- Nocton Park Priory – OS Explorer 272 [South Sheet] GR078648 (1:25000)
- Nocton Hall – OS Explorer 272 [South Sheet] GR06156435 (1:25000)
- Aerial View – Nocton Hall 53.165594, -0.413564; Nocton Park Priory remains clearly shown on mound in corner of Nocton Fen Lane, Wasp’s Nest 53.169466, -0.389457
My interest
- I have been interested in the history of Nocton since retiring to the village in 2005. I have made contact with many of the residents who have a similar mind set, some who have actively collected much information over the years.
- I have created a village blog which has archived much of the material relating to Nocton Hall, the village and the Estate for the benefit of others.
- The village is actively trying to save the remains of the Grade II Listed Nocton Hall from further deterioration
Ownership of Land
- Nocton Park Priory – Nocton Dairies Ltd
- Nocton Hall – Leda Properties Ltd
Geoff Hall
From: Time Team
Sent: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 12:33 PM
To: Geoff Hall
Subject: RE: Nocton Park Priory & Nocton Hall
Dear Geoff,
Many thanks for writing to us with a site suggestion. We are currently working on the 2012 series of Time Team and are on the lookout for good sites. I will discuss your suggestion with the series director and if we’d like to pursue then we’ll be in touch later in the year.
If you haven’t heard from us by May I’m afraid it means the site hasn’t made the shortlist. I’m sure you’ll understand that we receive hundreds of suggestions each year, but all are considered!
We do appreciate you contacting us,
Regards,
Development Producer
Time Team
2) HILT Foundation
From: Geoff HallSent: Monday, July 8, 2013 11:59 AM
To: HILT Foundation
Subject: Nocton Hall
Good morning,
It was good to meet you at the Air Show yesterday. Although it appears you are in the very early stages of talking to the owners of the RAF Hospital site in Nocton (Leda Properties), as a matter of courtesy I am providing a link to the Nocton in Lincolnshire blog. This contains quite a bit of background information about the development site if you scroll down to the bottom of the page and use one of the shortcuts to ‘Nocton Hall’ or ‘RAF Nocton Hall’.
If your organisation manages to make progress with any plans for a solar farm in Nocton, I would be happy to provide any updates to the community through this blog if you feel it worthwhile.
I wish you every success with your business.
Best regards,
Geoff
From: HILT Foundation
Sent: Monday, July 8, 2013 1:05 PM
To: Geoff Hall
Subject: Re: Nocton Hall
Geoff,
Many thanks for that, and would appreciate you staying on board providing info like this. Pleasure to have met you at the show.
Kindest regards
HILT Foundation
3) Gladman Developments
From: Geoff HallSent: 08 December 2014 13:07
To: Gladman Developments
Subject: Potential site for development
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am a local resident of the village of Nocton in Lincolnshire and would like to bring to your attention a parcel of land that could be ripe for an exciting development.
Location of site
Nocton in the North Kesteven District of Lincolnshire - seven miles south-east of Lincoln (an up and coming University city).
Background
The land concerned is at the heart of our village and consists of a Grade II listed property (Nocton Hall – a partial ruin), associated woodland and grounds, together with a decommissioned RAF Hospital site (which could be an enabling-venture for the stabilisation/development of the old hall and pleasure grounds). The land is currently in the ownership of Leda Properties Ltd, Marcham Road, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1TZ. There was an initial plan (Planning Application: N/42/1268/02) which unfortunately never came to fruition, since then the site has been allowed to fall into disrepair.
North Kesteven District Council have commissioned an Options Appraisal in partnership with English Heritage, which concentrates on the constraints of redevelopment for the old hall. You may also like to see the Project Viability Report that supports the Options Appraisal - I believe Option 3 was the preferred solution.
The local Parish Council has recently published a resolution on the lack of progress with this site and you may like to conclude with reading my last village blog regarding the situation with this site.
Why you?
Your company appear to be action-oriented, not afraid of speculative acquisitions and are content to take calculated risks with development. You are also involved in developing a mix of property - office, industrial and residential. Your company also has an ethos of working in partnership (this being very important to our community too), and you are persistent with seeking resolution to your plans.
Finally, I do not require a response to this email - it is purely for information.
Yours faithfully,
GM Hall
From: Gladman Developments
Sent: 22 December 2014 16:42
To: Geoff Hall
Subject: Gladman Land Enquiry
Dear G M Hall,
Thank you for considering Gladman with regards to Nocton Hall, Lincolnshire. Gladman specialise in obtaining consent on sustainable sites of 7 acres and above, adjacent to existing settlements.
The redevelopment of a listed building therefore would not be something we would pursue but once again many thanks for providing us with the opportunity to assess the hall.
Kind Regards
Gladman Developments
4) Retirement Villages
From: Geoff HallSent: 08 December 2014 19:13
To: Retirement Villages
Subject: Potential land for development
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am a local resident of the village of Nocton in Lincolnshire and would like to bring to your attention a parcel of land that could be ripe for an exciting retirement development.
Location of site
Nocton in the North Kesteven District of Lincolnshire - seven miles south-east of Lincoln (an up and coming University city).
Background
The land concerned is at the heart of our village and consists of a Grade II listed property (Nocton Hall – a partial ruin), associated woodland and grounds, together with a decommissioned RAF Hospital site (which could be an enabling-venture for the stabilisation/development of the old hall and pleasure grounds). The land is currently in the ownership of Leda Properties Ltd, Marcham Road, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1TZ. There was an initial plan (Planning Application: N/42/1268/02) which unfortunately never came to fruition, since then the site has been allowed to fall into disrepair.
North Kesteven District Council have commissioned an Options Appraisal in partnership with English Heritage, which concentrates on the constraints of redevelopment for the old hall. You may also like to see the Project Viability Report that supports the Options Appraisal - I believe Option 3 was the preferred solution.
The local Parish Council has recently published a resolution on the lack of progress with this site and you may like to conclude with reading my last village blog regarding the situation with this site.
Why you?
The fact that your company has been shortlisted for a national property award demonstrates the value placed on the design of your developments. There are clearly a number of heritage properties that have been sensitively developed too. Your developments maximise the beautiful surroundings in which they are based. Your company is one of the longest established operator of care villages in the UK and therefore should be well placed to see the long-term value of this village site.
Finally, I do not require a response to this email - it is purely for information.
Yours faithfully,
GM Hall
5) Jackson & Jackson Developments
From: Geoff HallSent: 05 August 2015 09:08
To: Globe Limited
Subject: Potential Development Site - Nocton
Dear Sir/Madam,
I see you are acting for Cameron and Dominik Jackson [Jackson and Jackson Developments Ltd] regarding ‘The Parklands’ at Sudbrooke. I have seen the article in the Lincolnite and it seems a very innovative development.
I would like to bring Cameron and Dominik’s attention to an undeveloped brownfield site that is at the heart of our village in Nocton. If they are seeking further potential development sites around the Lincoln area, it could make an exciting project for those with a vision to make it succeed.
Site Details
This contains a ruin of a Grade II Listed property (Nocton Hall) and a decommissioned RAF Hospital consisting of many tumbledown prefabricated buildings. A property investment company (Leda Properties) originally paid in excess of £300K for RAF Nocton Hospital (as reported in the Lincolnshire Echo on 8th January 2000). Leda Properties originally submitted plans to North Kesteven District Council back in 2002 (1267/02 and 1268/02), but these were refused. I believe the over-riding concern at the time was the number of properties projected for the site, in what was then a 3rd tier village.
Since then, despite the efforts of North Kesteven District Council to seek a satisfactory resolution with Leda Properties, the site has continued to deteriorate and remains undeveloped. The local Parish Council is also frustrated by the lack of progress with this site. The last action of any merit was the preparation of an Options Appraisal to guide any development work.
Options Appraisal
The costs of a full renovation of Nocton Hall would probably be too prohibitive, as any developer would be unlikely to cover the costs by the sale of the renovation, even if it were to be converted into luxury apartments, a hotel facility or something similar. It would require an extensive ‘enabling development’ on the RAF Hospital site.
Option Appraisal costings – solely for Nocton Hall [October 2011]
1. Total demolition - £0.327m
2. Historic ruin - £0.932m
3. Partial demolition - £1.947m
4. Repair as ruin and develop Service Wing - £2.355m
5. Full restoration - £7.845m
Although Nocton Hall is now a shadow of its former self, there are parts of the building that would be easier to renovate e.g. the service wing. That is probably why NKDC selected their preferred option of stabilising Nocton Hall as a ruin and developing the service wing (circa £2.355 million)… and reducing the number of properties within the ‘enabling development’.
N.B. any proposals would need to reflect the historic setting and grounds – some of the demolition options would not be acceptable to English Heritage. There is also a rumoured MOD claw-back of 50% on any developer profits made (which expires in approximately 2022) – this may explain why no agreement has ever been reached between Leda and NKDC, as there could be a tension over the number of properties to be incorporated in any ‘enabling development’.
As you can see there are many unknowns with this site and it would require careful research, but I truly believe there is an exciting possibility awaiting the right developer, if the potential hurdles could be overcome. I suppose it will always come down to money and whether the potential profits make taking the risks involved worthwhile, which will dependent on:
- How many properties are permitted to be constructed on the RAF Hospital site by the planning authority as an ‘enabling development’, and
- How much (or how little) profit will be acceptable to the developers and owners of the site.
Thank you for taking the time to read this email – there is no need to reply – it is purely for information.
Yours sincerely,
Geoff Hall
Nocton in Lincolnshire
N.B. Along with the links provided, a great deal of background information about Nocton Hall can be obtained through the ‘Search’ facility or ‘Index’ on my local blog.
http://nocton.blogspot.co.uk/2014/02/nocton-hall.html
http://www.nocton.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/compulsory-purchase-order.html
http://www.sleafordstandard.co.uk/news/local/delays-to-repair-of-nocton-hall-are-intolerable-1-6322865
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/Nocton-Hall-10-endangered-buildings/story-11199073-detail/story.html
http://www.ledaproperties-abingdon.co.uk/
Meet the brothers behind a multi-million pound company championing change in Lincoln
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/Meet-brothers-multi-million-pound-company/story-28127151-detail/story.html
6) Landmark Trust
From: Geoff HallSent: 27 October 2015 08:39
To: Landmark Trust
Subject: Nocton Hall
Good morning,
I have been enjoying your recent television programme about the activities of the Landmark Trust and would like to bring to your attention a Grade II Listed building at the heart of our village which has an interested history.
The local Parish Council and North Kesteven District Council have worked hard over the years to find a solution to halt the decline of this once cherished building and an Options Appraisal was produced in partnership with English Heritage.
It appears at long last that the owners are due to present outline plans for an enabling development that will be built in the grounds of the Hall, which includes an old RAF Hospital site. The stabilisation and renovation of Nocton Hall, as outlined in the Options Appraisal will be conditional.
I am highlighting this property to you at this early stage, as there could be an opportunity for you to assist in saving part of the Hall. This of course would have to be in partnership with the various bodies... and that perhaps you could get some return from some of the refurbished Hall being rented out as holiday accommodation in a historical village setting.
Regards,
Geoff
http://www.nocton.blogspot.co.uk/
From: Landmark Trust
Sent: 28 October 2015 10:47
To: Geoff Hall
Subject: Nocton Hall
Dear Geoff
Thanks for getting in touch about Nocton Hall. It’s good to see proactive plans are being drawn up to save the house, but I think it’s not one for Landmark. We very rarely share mixed use sites (and usually have just one unit of Landmark accommodation per site). In addition, once a commercial developer is involved, sites rarely ‘need’ Landmark’s help. We get well over 100 approaches about potential buildings a year, or which we can only take on 2-3, so we have to reserve our efforts for those buildings that really won’t survive without us.
Sorry we can’t help,
Best wishes
Landmark Trust
My conclusion
I think the lack of development to date demonstrates the potential difficulties with this site and particularly whether the whole matter can prove profitable for those likely to be involved.
Thursday, 29 October 2015
Lincoln regeneration
Councillors unanimously approve Lincoln Transport Hub
'At a meeting at City Hall on Wednesday, October 28, councillors unanimously approved the plans, which will see a new bus station, 1,000 space multi-storey car park, footbridge and plaza area next to Lincoln’s railway station constructed.'
http://thelincolnite.co.uk/2015/10/councillors-unanimously-approve-lincoln-transport-hub/
Multi-million pound Cornhill regeneration and Lincoln Transport Hub plans approved
'Two major plans expected to change the face of Lincoln city centre have been given the go-ahead by councillors.'
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/Multi-million-pound-Cornhill-regeneration-Lincoln/story-28074144-detail/story.html
New dawn for the Brayford in Lincoln thanks to plans for four major new developments
'A new floating restaurant could appear opposite Chimichanga, ambitious plans by Jackson and Jackson Developments have been revealed to turn former Mouchel offices into shops, homes and leisure attractions, the University of Lincoln wants to build three apartment blocks at Lincoln Marina and the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel is planning a £2.5 million expansion.'
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/New-dawn-Brayford-Lincoln-thanks-plans-major-new/story-28077543-detail/story.html
'At a meeting at City Hall on Wednesday, October 28, councillors unanimously approved the plans, which will see a new bus station, 1,000 space multi-storey car park, footbridge and plaza area next to Lincoln’s railway station constructed.'
http://thelincolnite.co.uk/2015/10/councillors-unanimously-approve-lincoln-transport-hub/
Multi-million pound Cornhill regeneration and Lincoln Transport Hub plans approved
'Two major plans expected to change the face of Lincoln city centre have been given the go-ahead by councillors.'
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/Multi-million-pound-Cornhill-regeneration-Lincoln/story-28074144-detail/story.html
New dawn for the Brayford in Lincoln thanks to plans for four major new developments
'A new floating restaurant could appear opposite Chimichanga, ambitious plans by Jackson and Jackson Developments have been revealed to turn former Mouchel offices into shops, homes and leisure attractions, the University of Lincoln wants to build three apartment blocks at Lincoln Marina and the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel is planning a £2.5 million expansion.'
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/New-dawn-Brayford-Lincoln-thanks-plans-major-new/story-28077543-detail/story.html
Wednesday, 28 October 2015
Forthcoming Events
From: CllrM Overton
Sent: 28 October 2015 00:39
To: Friends and Colleagues,
Subject: Events this week
I have a few events worth letting you know about:
How many more houses? What would the Local Plan mean for us and what can we do about it?
- Tuesday 27th October - Coleby Meeting Room in the Tempest [7pm]
- Tuesday 27th October - Navenby business network at the Lion and Royal [6pm]
- Wednesday 28th October - Navenby Methodist Chapel [7pm]
One hour briefing to identify important points where your voice is needed to make sure we keep a good quality of life in our villages.
- Thursday 29th October - Navenby Parish Meeting [7pm] at the Venue
- Thursday 29th October - Branston Biz at the Pavillion [5.30pm for 6pm start]
- Friday 30th October - Independents Meeting and supper at the Queens Head, Kirkby La Thorpe, near Sleaford [5.30pm]
- Saturday 31st October - Ghost walks at Branston Waggon and Horses and event at the George at Leadenham
- Saturday 31st October - Halloween event at Temple Bruer [11am-4pm]
- Saturday 31st October - Halloween Lichens and Bats at Long Benington, Society of Biology Event with experts
- Sunday 15th November - Fungal Foray for families and experts, Twyford Wood [10am]
Kind Regards,
MarianneCouncillor Marianne Overton MBE
Independent Councillor for Branston and Navenby on Lincolnshire County Council
and for the Cliff Villages on North Kesteven District Council
Leader of the Lincolnshire Independents
Vice Chairman of the Local Government Association
Monday, 26 October 2015
Superfast broadband
Lincoln village broadband set for a high speed boost
'Almost all of the 210 properties in the Lincoln village of Nocton will see their broadband speeds start to soar next year as part of a county-wide roll-out.'
http://thelincolnite.co.uk/2015/10/lincoln-village-broadband-set-for-a-high-speed-boost/
Wondering why your broadband is slower than it should be – we might have the answer
'We may not be doing enough to speed up our own networks, according to internet watchdog.'
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/8203-Wondering-broadband-slower-8211-answer/story-28132353-detail/story.html
David Cameron: "For too long, too many people in Lincolnshire have been denied internet access"
'Access to the internet is a necessity, like gas, electricity and water. But for too long, too many people in Lincolnshire have been denied it.'
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/David-Cameron-long-people-Lincolnshire-denied/story-28128085-detail/story.html
'Almost all of the 210 properties in the Lincoln village of Nocton will see their broadband speeds start to soar next year as part of a county-wide roll-out.'
http://thelincolnite.co.uk/2015/10/lincoln-village-broadband-set-for-a-high-speed-boost/
Wondering why your broadband is slower than it should be – we might have the answer
'We may not be doing enough to speed up our own networks, according to internet watchdog.'
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/8203-Wondering-broadband-slower-8211-answer/story-28132353-detail/story.html
David Cameron: "For too long, too many people in Lincolnshire have been denied internet access"
'Access to the internet is a necessity, like gas, electricity and water. But for too long, too many people in Lincolnshire have been denied it.'
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/David-Cameron-long-people-Lincolnshire-denied/story-28128085-detail/story.html
Saturday, 24 October 2015
Planning Application - Embsay Cottage
Planning Ref: 15/1214/HOUS
Embsay Cottage, Main Street, Nocton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN4 2BH.
Demolition of rear kitchen, erection of 2 storey extension to dwelling and erection of detached garage (resubmission of 15/0412/HOUS).
Click here and enter reference: Planning Online
Embsay Cottage, Main Street, Nocton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN4 2BH.
Demolition of rear kitchen, erection of 2 storey extension to dwelling and erection of detached garage (resubmission of 15/0412/HOUS).
Click here and enter reference: Planning Online
Friday, 23 October 2015
Electricity works - ongoing
Potterhanworth Road
The electricity reinforcement works are progressing well. The installation of a new high voltage underground cable is to provide Nocton residents with a more secure and robust supply in the years to come.
The electricity reinforcement works are progressing well. The installation of a new high voltage underground cable is to provide Nocton residents with a more secure and robust supply in the years to come.
Thursday, 22 October 2015
Nocton Park - development
Pedestrian Access
The old road access from Nocton Park Road to Akrotiri Square has now been pedestrianised, with vehicle access retained for three properties.
The old road access from Nocton Park Road to Akrotiri Square has now been pedestrianised, with vehicle access retained for three properties.
Wednesday, 21 October 2015
Tuesday, 20 October 2015
Nocton Club - AGM
AGM and Membership
The AGM is on Thursday 19 November at 8pm.
Anyone is welcome to attend the AGM, however to be eligible to vote you need to hold full membership.
You can register for 2015/2016 membership now by registering your details at the Club.
See enclosed for more information.
The AGM is on Thursday 19 November at 8pm.
Anyone is welcome to attend the AGM, however to be eligible to vote you need to hold full membership.
You can register for 2015/2016 membership now by registering your details at the Club.
See enclosed for more information.
Monday, 19 October 2015
Nocton Hall - endangered
Ten iconic Lincolnshire buildings standing empty today – and their fascinating histories
Our very own Nocton Hall is mentioned - but the researcher seems to have slightly mixed up the original 'old' Hall, which was completely destroyed... with the rather newer version that was rebuilt in its place... and still stands today, albeit as a ruin.
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/iconic-Lincolnshire-buildings-standing-today-8211/story-28003103-detail/story.html
Footnote
For more details on the history of Nocton Hall, you may like to read the excellent Revelations of an Imp. Chapter 11 has a specific mention of the fire, which all but destroyed the original 'old' Hall.
Leda Properties
This company is the current owner of Nocton Hall and the surrounding land, including the old RAF Hospital site. I have therefore incorporated a link to their company website in my 'Companion Sites' column.
I see from the recent Parish Council Report that Leda may well be attending the next Parish Council meeting on 10th November to outline their latest plans for development of the Nocton Hall site. If you intend going to the meeting, you may like some background reading about some of the other speculative developments Leda are involved in.
Tesco shelve Royal Wootton Bassett supermarket plan
'Leda Properties Limited and Tesco Stores Limited first showed an interest in developing the site... but proposals to build a 2,800 square metre supermarket, 320 new homes, a community hub of up to 500 square metres and a senior living development of 33 units alongside public open spaces and landscaping fiercely divided opinion in the town.'
See full article here.
Bureau West site in Devizes is sold on
'The former Ministry of Defence computer centre was bought by Leda Properties which applied for planning permission for 172 homes, a care home and office space on the site. It was turned down by Kennet District Council but the company won an appeal.'
See full article here.
Kemp & Kemp
http://www.kempandkemp.co.uk/
This company appear to have acted on behalf of Leda Properties in respect of their planning applications - these two documents may give an insight into their modus operandi:
Wiltshire District Council 2013
Stroud District Council 2014
Our very own Nocton Hall is mentioned - but the researcher seems to have slightly mixed up the original 'old' Hall, which was completely destroyed... with the rather newer version that was rebuilt in its place... and still stands today, albeit as a ruin.
http://www.lincolnshireecho.co.uk/iconic-Lincolnshire-buildings-standing-today-8211/story-28003103-detail/story.html
Footnote
For more details on the history of Nocton Hall, you may like to read the excellent Revelations of an Imp. Chapter 11 has a specific mention of the fire, which all but destroyed the original 'old' Hall.
Leda Properties
This company is the current owner of Nocton Hall and the surrounding land, including the old RAF Hospital site. I have therefore incorporated a link to their company website in my 'Companion Sites' column.
I see from the recent Parish Council Report that Leda may well be attending the next Parish Council meeting on 10th November to outline their latest plans for development of the Nocton Hall site. If you intend going to the meeting, you may like some background reading about some of the other speculative developments Leda are involved in.
Tesco shelve Royal Wootton Bassett supermarket plan
'Leda Properties Limited and Tesco Stores Limited first showed an interest in developing the site... but proposals to build a 2,800 square metre supermarket, 320 new homes, a community hub of up to 500 square metres and a senior living development of 33 units alongside public open spaces and landscaping fiercely divided opinion in the town.'
See full article here.
Bureau West site in Devizes is sold on
'The former Ministry of Defence computer centre was bought by Leda Properties which applied for planning permission for 172 homes, a care home and office space on the site. It was turned down by Kennet District Council but the company won an appeal.'
See full article here.
Kemp & Kemp
http://www.kempandkemp.co.uk/
This company appear to have acted on behalf of Leda Properties in respect of their planning applications - these two documents may give an insight into their modus operandi:
Wiltshire District Council 2013
Stroud District Council 2014
Sunday, 18 October 2015
Neighbourhood Watch - Wildlife Crime
October 19th to 25th marks National Wildlife Crime Week
This is a national campaign to increase public knowledge on the types of wildlife crime and how to spot the signs that it is taking place.
Lincolnshire Police will be supporting the week long campaign and each day will focus on a different animal, bringing you the relevant law relating to the protection for each type.
Follow our week by looking out for our messages on LincsAlert, Twitter, or Facebook feeds.
What is wildlife crime?
Wildlife crime can take many forms, from people shooting at birds with air guns in the local park to the more organised crimes of hare coursing and the trade in endangered species.
It includes offences like poaching, killing or disturbing protected species or damaging their breeding and resting places. These extreme pressures can push animals and plant species closer to extinction and cause animals’ unnecessary pain and suffering.
Particular areas of concern with regards to Wildlife Crime in Lincolnshire are deer poaching, badger dipping and lamping, habitat damage, persecution of Birds of Prey and wild birds in general. Many of these offences occur in remote rural areas.
The responsibility for the enforcement of the laws protecting our wildlife rests with the police service and in a lot of cases relies of information being given by members of the public.
Wildlife crime is not a victimless crime: it impacts on UK wildlife and communities with its links to other serious organised crime and anti-social behaviour.
Message sent by Gill Finn (Police & NHWN, Community Safety Officer, Police Headquarters)
This is a national campaign to increase public knowledge on the types of wildlife crime and how to spot the signs that it is taking place.
Lincolnshire Police will be supporting the week long campaign and each day will focus on a different animal, bringing you the relevant law relating to the protection for each type.
Follow our week by looking out for our messages on LincsAlert, Twitter, or Facebook feeds.
What is wildlife crime?
Wildlife crime can take many forms, from people shooting at birds with air guns in the local park to the more organised crimes of hare coursing and the trade in endangered species.
It includes offences like poaching, killing or disturbing protected species or damaging their breeding and resting places. These extreme pressures can push animals and plant species closer to extinction and cause animals’ unnecessary pain and suffering.
Particular areas of concern with regards to Wildlife Crime in Lincolnshire are deer poaching, badger dipping and lamping, habitat damage, persecution of Birds of Prey and wild birds in general. Many of these offences occur in remote rural areas.
The responsibility for the enforcement of the laws protecting our wildlife rests with the police service and in a lot of cases relies of information being given by members of the public.
Wildlife crime is not a victimless crime: it impacts on UK wildlife and communities with its links to other serious organised crime and anti-social behaviour.
Message sent by Gill Finn (Police & NHWN, Community Safety Officer, Police Headquarters)
Saturday, 17 October 2015
Report of Parish Council Meeting
Report of the Parish Council Meeting held on 13th October 2015
Police
One incident was reported of an attempted break in at a house in Main Street. The alarm went off and the intruders presumably left as it appears nothing was taken.
Nocton School
Mrs Bunting, the new lead teacher, introduced herself and gave a short report on her first half term. There are now 60 children attending and 9 in the reception class, so the school is steadily growing. Harvest Festival was very successful and the next event will be the Remembrance Service at the Church on Wednesday, 11 November to which we are all invited.
Local Plan
District Councillor John Money reported on the current position regarding the Local Plan for Central Lincolnshire and tried to set our minds at ease by letting us know that although sites for some 39,000 houses had to be identified, this did not necessarily mean they would all be built! However, your Parish Council will be sending a response to NKDC as part of the consultation process prior to the Local Plan being produced, outlining the wishes of our community.
Highways
The Parish Council is going to trial the erection of white picket fencing at the entrances to the village, as a means of ‘psychological’ traffic calming. Wellhead Lane has been selected as the first road to test it out on.
Nocton and Potterhanworth Neighbourhood Plan
Thank you to everyone who returned their questionnaires - over 100 households so far! If you still have one it is not too late to hand it in at the Post Office or to one of your councillors.
Youth Club
The response to the recent advertisement for a new Youth Leader following Sarah’s recent resignation to take up a full-time post has been fairly good and it is hoped to have someone in place fairly soon after the half term break. Closing date for applications is Friday - so please, if you are interested, or know anyone who might be, let Councillor Kania or the Clerk know as soon as possible.
Village Hall Management Committee
A request to investigate the use of a computerised booking system for the Village Hall at a small annual cost was discussed. As most of the hall bookings are regular ones it was not immediately apparent how the new system would be cost-effective but it was agreed to ask the VHMC for more information on the potential benefits so that we could consider the matter again.
Village Hall Refurbishment
Mr Clarke has agreed that the old tennis courts can be used (for a limited period) for the storage of building equipment etc. whilst the new Hall is erected. The VH Project Team will now be reconvened in the near future to begin to move this project forward.
Planning Issues
The ‘re re-amended resubmitted’ application for outline permission to erect houses on the land in Wellhead Lane was once again “rejected” by the Parish Council.
It was agreed to make no comment on an application for the erection of 2 x dwellings at 14 Lincoln Road.
Councillors’ Reports
Date of next meeting
Tuesday, 10 November at 7.00pm
Please Note!
LEDA Properties may be giving a presentation on its plans for the Nocton Hall site at the November meeting. This is, however, yet to be confirmed so please keep looking at the blog and the Village notice boards, etc. for the latest information.
“You don’t have to have it all figured out to move forward”
Councillor MaryAnn Williams
Police
One incident was reported of an attempted break in at a house in Main Street. The alarm went off and the intruders presumably left as it appears nothing was taken.
Nocton School
Mrs Bunting, the new lead teacher, introduced herself and gave a short report on her first half term. There are now 60 children attending and 9 in the reception class, so the school is steadily growing. Harvest Festival was very successful and the next event will be the Remembrance Service at the Church on Wednesday, 11 November to which we are all invited.
Local Plan
District Councillor John Money reported on the current position regarding the Local Plan for Central Lincolnshire and tried to set our minds at ease by letting us know that although sites for some 39,000 houses had to be identified, this did not necessarily mean they would all be built! However, your Parish Council will be sending a response to NKDC as part of the consultation process prior to the Local Plan being produced, outlining the wishes of our community.
Highways
The Parish Council is going to trial the erection of white picket fencing at the entrances to the village, as a means of ‘psychological’ traffic calming. Wellhead Lane has been selected as the first road to test it out on.
Nocton and Potterhanworth Neighbourhood Plan
Thank you to everyone who returned their questionnaires - over 100 households so far! If you still have one it is not too late to hand it in at the Post Office or to one of your councillors.
Youth Club
The response to the recent advertisement for a new Youth Leader following Sarah’s recent resignation to take up a full-time post has been fairly good and it is hoped to have someone in place fairly soon after the half term break. Closing date for applications is Friday - so please, if you are interested, or know anyone who might be, let Councillor Kania or the Clerk know as soon as possible.
Village Hall Management Committee
A request to investigate the use of a computerised booking system for the Village Hall at a small annual cost was discussed. As most of the hall bookings are regular ones it was not immediately apparent how the new system would be cost-effective but it was agreed to ask the VHMC for more information on the potential benefits so that we could consider the matter again.
Village Hall Refurbishment
Mr Clarke has agreed that the old tennis courts can be used (for a limited period) for the storage of building equipment etc. whilst the new Hall is erected. The VH Project Team will now be reconvened in the near future to begin to move this project forward.
Planning Issues
The ‘re re-amended resubmitted’ application for outline permission to erect houses on the land in Wellhead Lane was once again “rejected” by the Parish Council.
It was agreed to make no comment on an application for the erection of 2 x dwellings at 14 Lincoln Road.
Councillors’ Reports
- The Christmas Tree has been ordered and will be erected prior to the Christmas Fair on Saturday, 28 November.
- SID (Speed Indicator Device) will be back in the village for December
- The Community Crime Panel will meet at the Village Hall on Monday 19 October at 7pm. The public is invited to attend to share concerns and praise!
- The Parish Council is looking into the possibility of producing a simple monthly “news sheet” (in hard copy) providing details of village events and activities, etc. If you would like to help put this together then your parish councillors would love to hear from you.
Date of next meeting
Tuesday, 10 November at 7.00pm
Please Note!
LEDA Properties may be giving a presentation on its plans for the Nocton Hall site at the November meeting. This is, however, yet to be confirmed so please keep looking at the blog and the Village notice boards, etc. for the latest information.
“You don’t have to have it all figured out to move forward”
Councillor MaryAnn Williams
Friday, 16 October 2015
Neighbourhood Watch - Local Incident
Fayid Lane, Nocton
This is a message from the Bracebridge Heath Neighbourhood Policing Team.
A suspicious incident, where oil has been thrown over two vehicles, has occurred in your area sometime between 15:30 hours on Wednesday 14th October and 08:15 hours on Thursday 15th October 2015.
Did you see or hear anything suspicious? Have you got any information that can help us with our investigation?
Contact Police on 101 to pass any information you might have. Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Thank you.
Message sent by Marcos Meneses (Support, PCSO NC39 Washingborough & Metheringham, Bracebridge Heath Police Station)
This is a message from the Bracebridge Heath Neighbourhood Policing Team.
A suspicious incident, where oil has been thrown over two vehicles, has occurred in your area sometime between 15:30 hours on Wednesday 14th October and 08:15 hours on Thursday 15th October 2015.
Did you see or hear anything suspicious? Have you got any information that can help us with our investigation?
Contact Police on 101 to pass any information you might have. Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Thank you.
Message sent by Marcos Meneses (Support, PCSO NC39 Washingborough & Metheringham, Bracebridge Heath Police Station)
Thursday, 15 October 2015
Superfast Broadband for Nocton
Update from OnLincolnshire
The last blog on this matter was dated 21st September 2015. Many thanks to Jim Mellor for chasing this up:
From: Jim Mellor
Sent: 12 October 2015 14:24
To: OnLincolnshire
Subject: Re: Contact Us Form - Onlincolnshire Website
Hi Owen,
I wondered if you had any news following on from the email below?
Kind regards,
James Mellor
"Hello James,
Metheringham 3 is already live, but unfortunately it is too far away from Nocton to provide any uplift in speed; however it was identified early during deployment that this would be the case so we submitted a change request to BT asking them to carry out additional work to enhance coverage. This work will involve BT extending the fibre down to a secondary connection point ('pillar') in Nocton which will then allow individuals to order superfast broadband once it is live.
I have just send an email to the BT Openreach project manager asking him to confirm the position of this work; I believe it has passed through the necessary audit/governance hurdles and is now being planned, but I will clarify the exact situation once I have a response from BT.
Kind regards,
Owen Williams"
From: OnLincolnshire
Sent: 12 October 2015 14:34
To: 'Jim Mellor'
Subject: RE: Contact Us Form - Onlincolnshire Website
Hello James,
This was being discussed with BT last Thursday, the work is going ahead, but we are waiting for BT to confirm an estimated timeframe for the work; as soon as we have a timeframe I will update you.
Kind regards,
Owen Williams
Corporate Support (Projects & Training team)
Supporting Lincolnshire Broadband Programme
Lincolnshire County Council
Tel: 01522 552296
From: Owen Williams
Date: 13 October 2015 at 12:49:02 BST
To: James Mellor
Subject: FW: Contact Us Form - Onlincolnshire Website
Hello again James,
BT have now provided confirmation that a new cabinet (Metheringham 16) has been added to the work plan officially to cover the additional work we requested in Nocton; this work is scheduled for Q4 (01/01/2016 - 31/03/2016).
Kind regards,
Owen Williams
Corporate Support (Projects & Training team)
Supporting Lincolnshire Broadband Programme
Lincolnshire County Council
Tel: 01522 552296
I too have received a response to an enquiry, which gives slightly more information:
Good Morning Geoff.
You are right in your observations regarding our upgrading of Cab.3, specifically, the pillar that feeds Nocton which we will convert into a cabinet. At this very early stage, BT are committing to Q4 2015-16, so the expected completion date will be 31st March 2016, although as we get nearer the date, we will do everything we can to pull it in sooner.
There are 210 premises fed from the structure we are proposing to upgrade and all will get Superfast broadband I'm told. I cannot publish the postcodes being fed from the cabinet at this point as this is deemed commercially sensitive under the contract.
However, the fact that all premises off this structure is estimated to receive Superfast speeds gives a pretty good indication of what will be available post-upgrade.
As we move into Q4, we will monitor more closely.
Regards
Steve
Steve Brookes
Lincolnshire Broadband Programme Manager
Tel. 01522 552450
Mob. 07825 043978
Lincolnshire home broadband speeds to be boosted by exclusive technology
'Created by former scientists at BT, Boosty uses a smartphone app to combine a slow home broadband signal with a 4G mobile phone signal, to achieve broadband speeds up to three times faster.'
http://thelincolnite.co.uk/2015/10/lincolnshire-home-broadband-speeds-to-be-boosted-by-exclusive-technology/
The last blog on this matter was dated 21st September 2015. Many thanks to Jim Mellor for chasing this up:
From: Jim Mellor
Sent: 12 October 2015 14:24
To: OnLincolnshire
Subject: Re: Contact Us Form - Onlincolnshire Website
Hi Owen,
I wondered if you had any news following on from the email below?
Kind regards,
James Mellor
"Hello James,
Metheringham 3 is already live, but unfortunately it is too far away from Nocton to provide any uplift in speed; however it was identified early during deployment that this would be the case so we submitted a change request to BT asking them to carry out additional work to enhance coverage. This work will involve BT extending the fibre down to a secondary connection point ('pillar') in Nocton which will then allow individuals to order superfast broadband once it is live.
I have just send an email to the BT Openreach project manager asking him to confirm the position of this work; I believe it has passed through the necessary audit/governance hurdles and is now being planned, but I will clarify the exact situation once I have a response from BT.
Kind regards,
Owen Williams"
From: OnLincolnshire
Sent: 12 October 2015 14:34
To: 'Jim Mellor'
Subject: RE: Contact Us Form - Onlincolnshire Website
Hello James,
This was being discussed with BT last Thursday, the work is going ahead, but we are waiting for BT to confirm an estimated timeframe for the work; as soon as we have a timeframe I will update you.
Kind regards,
Owen Williams
Corporate Support (Projects & Training team)
Supporting Lincolnshire Broadband Programme
Lincolnshire County Council
Tel: 01522 552296
From: Owen Williams
Date: 13 October 2015 at 12:49:02 BST
To: James Mellor
Subject: FW: Contact Us Form - Onlincolnshire Website
Hello again James,
BT have now provided confirmation that a new cabinet (Metheringham 16) has been added to the work plan officially to cover the additional work we requested in Nocton; this work is scheduled for Q4 (01/01/2016 - 31/03/2016).
Kind regards,
Owen Williams
Corporate Support (Projects & Training team)
Supporting Lincolnshire Broadband Programme
Lincolnshire County Council
Tel: 01522 552296
I too have received a response to an enquiry, which gives slightly more information:
Good Morning Geoff.
You are right in your observations regarding our upgrading of Cab.3, specifically, the pillar that feeds Nocton which we will convert into a cabinet. At this very early stage, BT are committing to Q4 2015-16, so the expected completion date will be 31st March 2016, although as we get nearer the date, we will do everything we can to pull it in sooner.
There are 210 premises fed from the structure we are proposing to upgrade and all will get Superfast broadband I'm told. I cannot publish the postcodes being fed from the cabinet at this point as this is deemed commercially sensitive under the contract.
However, the fact that all premises off this structure is estimated to receive Superfast speeds gives a pretty good indication of what will be available post-upgrade.
As we move into Q4, we will monitor more closely.
Regards
Steve
Steve Brookes
Lincolnshire Broadband Programme Manager
Tel. 01522 552450
Mob. 07825 043978
Lincolnshire home broadband speeds to be boosted by exclusive technology
'Created by former scientists at BT, Boosty uses a smartphone app to combine a slow home broadband signal with a 4G mobile phone signal, to achieve broadband speeds up to three times faster.'
http://thelincolnite.co.uk/2015/10/lincolnshire-home-broadband-speeds-to-be-boosted-by-exclusive-technology/
Wednesday, 14 October 2015
Nocton Community Primary School
Pre Reception Open Sessions
Please see the dates for the three open sessions for parents of prospective pupils due to start school in September 2016:
Please see the dates for the three open sessions for parents of prospective pupils due to start school in September 2016:
- 21st October
- 18th November
- 1st December
Tuesday, 13 October 2015
Neighbourhood Watch - burglary
Burglary - Nocton - Main Street
Incident 364 – 11/10/2015 refers to a house burglary on Main Street, Nocton.
Sometime over the weekend – 1900 hours - 09/10/2015 – 1900 hours - 11/10/2015 offenders have prised a window to the property.
No items was taken from the property.
If you have any information or CCTV in the area please contact our force control room on 101, quoting the above incident number.
Many Thanks
PCSO Sarah Kennedy
BBH NPT
Sarah Kennedy (Support, PCSO NC38 Sleaford Rural North, Sleaford Station)
Incident 364 – 11/10/2015 refers to a house burglary on Main Street, Nocton.
Sometime over the weekend – 1900 hours - 09/10/2015 – 1900 hours - 11/10/2015 offenders have prised a window to the property.
No items was taken from the property.
If you have any information or CCTV in the area please contact our force control room on 101, quoting the above incident number.
Many Thanks
PCSO Sarah Kennedy
BBH NPT
Sarah Kennedy (Support, PCSO NC38 Sleaford Rural North, Sleaford Station)
Monday, 12 October 2015
Marianne Overton MBE - update
Overton Update
From: CllrM Overton
Sent: 08 October 2015 02:05
To: Friends and Colleagues, <marianne.overton@biosearch.org.uk>
Subject: October newsletter
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
Please find attached the updated version of my October newsletter for you.
The Local plan is the set of rules against which every application will be compared until 2036, so worth a look. It is important to comment, even if only a paragraph as the Inspector does take notice.
The plan is out for consultation now until November 25th. We have short, simple workshops on the local plan to help you respond and make sure local voices are clearly heard; Hope you can make it!
Thursday 8th October 7-8pm Branston Pavillion
Monday 27th The Tempest, Coleby 7-8pm
Wednesday 28th Navenby Methodist Chapel in Navenby High St 7pm
Kind Regards,
Marianne
Councillor Marianne Overton MBE
Independent Councillor for Branston and Navenby on Lincolnshire County Council
and for the Cliff Villages on North Kesteven District Council
Leader of the Lincolnshire Independents
Vice Chairman of the Local Government Associationwww.independentvoice.org.uk
From: CllrM Overton
Sent: 08 October 2015 02:05
To: Friends and Colleagues, <marianne.overton@biosearch.org.uk>
Subject: October newsletter
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
Please find attached the updated version of my October newsletter for you.
The Local plan is the set of rules against which every application will be compared until 2036, so worth a look. It is important to comment, even if only a paragraph as the Inspector does take notice.
The plan is out for consultation now until November 25th. We have short, simple workshops on the local plan to help you respond and make sure local voices are clearly heard; Hope you can make it!
Thursday 8th October 7-8pm Branston Pavillion
Monday 27th The Tempest, Coleby 7-8pm
Wednesday 28th Navenby Methodist Chapel in Navenby High St 7pm
Kind Regards,
Marianne
Councillor Marianne Overton MBE
Independent Councillor for Branston and Navenby on Lincolnshire County Council
and for the Cliff Villages on North Kesteven District Council
Leader of the Lincolnshire Independents
Vice Chairman of the Local Government Associationwww.independentvoice.org.uk
Sunday, 11 October 2015
Neighbourhood Watch - local crime panel
Local Crime Panel - 19th October 2015
You may know that I represent our village on the local community policing panel where I share your views on local policing issues.
On Monday 19th October 2015 (at 7.00pm) the panel will sit in Nocton village hall. You are invited along to 'have your say' on how you see the future of policing in our community and raise any issues you may have regarding crime and anti-social behaviour here in Nocton. There will also be a presentation on 'the future of community policing' by Chief Inspector Mark Kirwan.
Please support the panel and attend if you can. The police resources are being stretched further and further and unless we tell them what we expect from them for our community, the service we receive will be ever diminishing.
If you can't make the meeting and want me to raise something on your behalf, get in touch.
Regards,
Graham Jones
P.S. You will no doubt know that the suspected RAVE at the old hospital site didn't come to anything. Perhaps our early warnings and information prevented what could have been a rather noisy weekend for us all. Remember, if you hear anything, either get in touch with me or ring it through to 101.
Stay safe and stay alert.
You may know that I represent our village on the local community policing panel where I share your views on local policing issues.
On Monday 19th October 2015 (at 7.00pm) the panel will sit in Nocton village hall. You are invited along to 'have your say' on how you see the future of policing in our community and raise any issues you may have regarding crime and anti-social behaviour here in Nocton. There will also be a presentation on 'the future of community policing' by Chief Inspector Mark Kirwan.
Please support the panel and attend if you can. The police resources are being stretched further and further and unless we tell them what we expect from them for our community, the service we receive will be ever diminishing.
If you can't make the meeting and want me to raise something on your behalf, get in touch.
Regards,
Graham Jones
P.S. You will no doubt know that the suspected RAVE at the old hospital site didn't come to anything. Perhaps our early warnings and information prevented what could have been a rather noisy weekend for us all. Remember, if you hear anything, either get in touch with me or ring it through to 101.
Stay safe and stay alert.
Saturday, 10 October 2015
Parish Council Meeting - Agenda
Friday, 9 October 2015
Nocton Estate - biodiversity
Beeswax Farming
Efforts to encourage biodiversity on the Nocton Estate are being rewarded - an important species of bee has recently been discovered.
http://thelincolnite.co.uk/2015/10/first-sighting-of-bee-species-in-lincolnshire-in-100-years-at-lincoln-farm/
Efforts to encourage biodiversity on the Nocton Estate are being rewarded - an important species of bee has recently been discovered.
http://thelincolnite.co.uk/2015/10/first-sighting-of-bee-species-in-lincolnshire-in-100-years-at-lincoln-farm/
Thursday, 8 October 2015
Planning Application
Outline application for two properties
15/1075/OUT - Erection of two dwellings
14 Lincoln Road, Nocton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN4 2AE
View paperwork by entering the application reference number here:
http://planningonline.n-kesteven.gov.uk/online-applications/
15/1075/OUT - Erection of two dwellings
14 Lincoln Road, Nocton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN4 2AE
View paperwork by entering the application reference number here:
http://planningonline.n-kesteven.gov.uk/online-applications/
Wednesday, 7 October 2015
Working Trial Champion
Mike Williams and Tara of Nocton
Residents of Nocton who have witnessed Mike with his two dogs Tara and Marina, will not be surprised at this result. An excellent performance.
'This is a second ticket for Tara making her, subject to KC approval, a working trial champion at just over three years old. I know Mike will be thrilled to bits with her, especially as she is now the first TD qualifier for the 2016 Kennel Club Championships.'
http://www.dogworld.co.uk/product.php/144942/1/some_tough_trials_to_overcome_at_lauder_by_wendy_beasley
http://www.workingtrialsmonthly.co.uk/index.php/society-information/results/1076-scottish-working-trials-society-championship-trial
Residents of Nocton who have witnessed Mike with his two dogs Tara and Marina, will not be surprised at this result. An excellent performance.
'This is a second ticket for Tara making her, subject to KC approval, a working trial champion at just over three years old. I know Mike will be thrilled to bits with her, especially as she is now the first TD qualifier for the 2016 Kennel Club Championships.'
http://www.dogworld.co.uk/product.php/144942/1/some_tough_trials_to_overcome_at_lauder_by_wendy_beasley
http://www.workingtrialsmonthly.co.uk/index.php/society-information/results/1076-scottish-working-trials-society-championship-trial
Tuesday, 6 October 2015
Marianne Overton MBE
October Newsletter
From: CllrM Overton
Sent: 06 October 2015 10:04
To: Friends and Colleagues,
Subject: News from Marianne to Heath Villages
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
Please find your October newsletter attached (with pictures). I hope you find it interesting and useful.
Also following below is an interesting idea from Peter Lundgren who farms at Branston Booths, called “A Field of Wheat”. Would you like to get involved in a local agricultural art project?
Kind Regards,
Marianne
Councillor Marianne Overton MBE
Independent Councillor for Branston and Navenby on Lincolnshire County Council
and for the Cliff Villages on North Kesteven District Council
Leader of the Lincolnshire Independents
Vice Chairman of the Local Government Associationwww.independentvoice.org.uk
[mailto: CllrM.Overton@lincolnshire.gov.uk]
A Field of Wheat is an innovative project that will explore wider opportunities and conversations around arable farming in the UK.
We would like to give you the chance to mix with other industry professionals, academics, farmers, researchers and members of the public to add your voice and knowledge to a new collective.
A Field of Wheat aims to challenge the stereotypical disconnect between farming and society.
We invite you to join a collective, becoming a stakeholder in a 22-acre field of wheat in Branston Booth, Lincolnshire, seven miles from Lincoln and be part of the year long vibrant exchange of knowledge and ideas about cereals farming in the UK.
A brief overview
By joining the collective you will have the opportunity to play an active role by contributing to a number of key decisions including what to do with the eventual harvest. Our dedicated website will provide opportunities for you to ask questions and share thoughts. You will join a wide range of experts to share reflections on wider issues around wheat farming (technology, culture, history, economics, ecology). You will be invited to live events on the farm throughout the year.
A Field of Wheat provides a platform for informed dialogue and exchange around the complexity of contemporary farming.
Who will be involved
We are inviting a mix of experts and professionals from the food and farming industry, including agri-tech, agri-food, agri-chemicals, supermarkets, traders and more, alongside researchers and academics, curators and museum professionals and general public to be part of the collective in order to create a rich and diverse dialogue.
How does the money part work?
To become part of the collective you need to pay a total of £260.
£200 of this is an investment in the wheat field and £60 is a contribution towards the farmer’s fee/the collective’s costs. The profit or loss on your investment depends on a number of factors including yield, where and how the collective decide to sell it and the market price for wheat at the time of sale.
Any return made on your initial investment will be made by BACS transfer to you after the wheat has been sold. The date set for this is provisionally 31 October 2016. This may be subject to change if the collective decides to sell the wheat at a later date. Financial calculations regarding the collective will be posted on the website and sent to each collective member at the end of the project.
Our collective structure has been designed with support from the Community Land Advisory Service.
The whole year at a glance.
A Field of Wheat website will go live at the beginning of October 2015. This coincides with drilling the seed.
The website will be the hub of the project along with the farm. It will house the Farmer’s Almanac, a regular diary written by the farmer about his day-to-day experiences on the farm that you can contribute to via the Ask the Farmer section.
You will also find a page called The Meeting House. This is where the collective discussions and decision-making will happen. You will be invited to input into three decisions the farmer needs to make during the growing year including where and when to sell the wheat. We will also design three online ‘provocations’ over the year exploring wider issues around contemporary farming and food systems. We have created guidelines for our discussion space inspired by Quaker methods of facilitating dialogue and sharing different perspectives.
You can also find images, further thoughts and wider perspectives on the Artists’ Reflections page on the website and there will be daily updates on local weather and global price of wheat.
You will be invited to be a guest at the farm for three events hosted by the farmer, ourselves and a range of different experts. These will involve eating together, discussions and talks. At the climax of the project, in Autumn 2016 there will be a two-day event marking the harvest.
In Autumn 2016 the project will be presented to a wider public and industry professionals at The University of Lincoln and The Collection Museum.
When and how do I sign up?
To sign up visit the registration page at http://fieldofwheat.co.uk. The collective needs to be completed by 20th September 2015. As places are limited we would urge you to take your place as soon as possible.
Who are we?
A Field of Wheat has been created by Anne-Marie Culhane and Ruth Levene and has emerged from two years of research with support from University of Lincoln and Arts Council of England exploring the culture and economics of wheat growing on a local and global scale and building relationships with farmers in Lincolnshire and with representatives of the farming industry, local historians and academics.
Anne-Marie’s previous project was as artist in residence in the department of Earth System Science, University of Exeter & Ruth was recently artist in residence with the Faculty of Engineering, University of Sheffield.
They previously worked together to deliver a cultural olympiad commission for The National Media Museum, Bradford and both have a long standing interest in food, rural landscapes and food systems.
What happens next?
You will receive an email confirming your registration and payment. Once you've signed up we will give you two dates for your diary one on the farm and one online. The website will go live at the beginning of October. We will post out your membership certificate by the end of October (a little later for international collective members).
We will send you regular email updates, letting you know of up and coming events either online or on the farm. Most of the time you will get plenty of warning and time to prepare, although there may be the rare occasion of an emergency vote or discussion if the farmer needs to make a decision quickly (for example a pest management issue).
If you have any further questions email: mail@fieldofwheat.co.uk
A Field of Wheat provides a space for constructive dialogue, ideas, celebration, innovation and inspiration in order to deepen our understanding of the value of the relationship between food, land and people. We hope you can join us.
A Field of Wheat - Sign me up to the collective please.
All images © A Field of Wheat except the Painting: The Ploughing Match by George F Carline Courtesy of The Collection Museum (Usher Gallery), Lincoln
Peter Lundgrenwww.peterlundgren.co.uk
07751 112303
Sent from my iPhone
From: CllrM Overton
Sent: 06 October 2015 10:04
To: Friends and Colleagues,
Subject: News from Marianne to Heath Villages
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
Please find your October newsletter attached (with pictures). I hope you find it interesting and useful.
Also following below is an interesting idea from Peter Lundgren who farms at Branston Booths, called “A Field of Wheat”. Would you like to get involved in a local agricultural art project?
Kind Regards,
Marianne
Councillor Marianne Overton MBE
Independent Councillor for Branston and Navenby on Lincolnshire County Council
and for the Cliff Villages on North Kesteven District Council
Leader of the Lincolnshire Independents
Vice Chairman of the Local Government Associationwww.independentvoice.org.uk
[mailto: CllrM.Overton@lincolnshire.gov.uk]
A Field of Wheat is an innovative project that will explore wider opportunities and conversations around arable farming in the UK.
We would like to give you the chance to mix with other industry professionals, academics, farmers, researchers and members of the public to add your voice and knowledge to a new collective.
A Field of Wheat aims to challenge the stereotypical disconnect between farming and society.
We invite you to join a collective, becoming a stakeholder in a 22-acre field of wheat in Branston Booth, Lincolnshire, seven miles from Lincoln and be part of the year long vibrant exchange of knowledge and ideas about cereals farming in the UK.
A brief overview
By joining the collective you will have the opportunity to play an active role by contributing to a number of key decisions including what to do with the eventual harvest. Our dedicated website will provide opportunities for you to ask questions and share thoughts. You will join a wide range of experts to share reflections on wider issues around wheat farming (technology, culture, history, economics, ecology). You will be invited to live events on the farm throughout the year.
A Field of Wheat provides a platform for informed dialogue and exchange around the complexity of contemporary farming.
Who will be involved
We are inviting a mix of experts and professionals from the food and farming industry, including agri-tech, agri-food, agri-chemicals, supermarkets, traders and more, alongside researchers and academics, curators and museum professionals and general public to be part of the collective in order to create a rich and diverse dialogue.
How does the money part work?
To become part of the collective you need to pay a total of £260.
£200 of this is an investment in the wheat field and £60 is a contribution towards the farmer’s fee/the collective’s costs. The profit or loss on your investment depends on a number of factors including yield, where and how the collective decide to sell it and the market price for wheat at the time of sale.
Any return made on your initial investment will be made by BACS transfer to you after the wheat has been sold. The date set for this is provisionally 31 October 2016. This may be subject to change if the collective decides to sell the wheat at a later date. Financial calculations regarding the collective will be posted on the website and sent to each collective member at the end of the project.
Our collective structure has been designed with support from the Community Land Advisory Service.
The whole year at a glance.
A Field of Wheat website will go live at the beginning of October 2015. This coincides with drilling the seed.
The website will be the hub of the project along with the farm. It will house the Farmer’s Almanac, a regular diary written by the farmer about his day-to-day experiences on the farm that you can contribute to via the Ask the Farmer section.
You will also find a page called The Meeting House. This is where the collective discussions and decision-making will happen. You will be invited to input into three decisions the farmer needs to make during the growing year including where and when to sell the wheat. We will also design three online ‘provocations’ over the year exploring wider issues around contemporary farming and food systems. We have created guidelines for our discussion space inspired by Quaker methods of facilitating dialogue and sharing different perspectives.
You can also find images, further thoughts and wider perspectives on the Artists’ Reflections page on the website and there will be daily updates on local weather and global price of wheat.
You will be invited to be a guest at the farm for three events hosted by the farmer, ourselves and a range of different experts. These will involve eating together, discussions and talks. At the climax of the project, in Autumn 2016 there will be a two-day event marking the harvest.
In Autumn 2016 the project will be presented to a wider public and industry professionals at The University of Lincoln and The Collection Museum.
When and how do I sign up?
To sign up visit the registration page at http://fieldofwheat.co.uk. The collective needs to be completed by 20th September 2015. As places are limited we would urge you to take your place as soon as possible.
Who are we?
A Field of Wheat has been created by Anne-Marie Culhane and Ruth Levene and has emerged from two years of research with support from University of Lincoln and Arts Council of England exploring the culture and economics of wheat growing on a local and global scale and building relationships with farmers in Lincolnshire and with representatives of the farming industry, local historians and academics.
Anne-Marie’s previous project was as artist in residence in the department of Earth System Science, University of Exeter & Ruth was recently artist in residence with the Faculty of Engineering, University of Sheffield.
They previously worked together to deliver a cultural olympiad commission for The National Media Museum, Bradford and both have a long standing interest in food, rural landscapes and food systems.
What happens next?
You will receive an email confirming your registration and payment. Once you've signed up we will give you two dates for your diary one on the farm and one online. The website will go live at the beginning of October. We will post out your membership certificate by the end of October (a little later for international collective members).
We will send you regular email updates, letting you know of up and coming events either online or on the farm. Most of the time you will get plenty of warning and time to prepare, although there may be the rare occasion of an emergency vote or discussion if the farmer needs to make a decision quickly (for example a pest management issue).
If you have any further questions email: mail@fieldofwheat.co.uk
A Field of Wheat provides a space for constructive dialogue, ideas, celebration, innovation and inspiration in order to deepen our understanding of the value of the relationship between food, land and people. We hope you can join us.
A Field of Wheat - Sign me up to the collective please.
All images © A Field of Wheat except the Painting: The Ploughing Match by George F Carline Courtesy of The Collection Museum (Usher Gallery), Lincoln
Peter Lundgrenwww.peterlundgren.co.uk
07751 112303
Sent from my iPhone
Friday, 2 October 2015
Job advert - part time youth worker
Nocton Parish Council
Part-time youth worker
Nocton Parish Council is looking to appoint a part-time Youth Worker for one evening a week to run the Youth Club in the village.
You must have experience of working with, and delivering activities to, young people between the ages of 7 and 16.
You will be responsible for planning activities, ensuring resources are available, leading and mentoring a team of volunteers, keeping basic financial and other records and preparing reports for management. You may also be required to attend meetings with members of the Parish Council who oversee the project.
The job will require a DBS check.
The salary will be £8.86 per hour (Point 6 on the JNC Pay Scale for YCW), for 3.5 hours per week for 44 weeks per year. Initially, the appointment will be for a period of twelve months at which point it will be reviewed.
Please contact the Parish Clerk for more details including a Job Description and Person Specification.
The Closing Date for applications is Friday 16th October, 2015
Application form and further details from the Parish Clerk Steve Altridge at noctonparishcouncil@hotmail.co.uk
Part-time youth worker
Nocton Parish Council is looking to appoint a part-time Youth Worker for one evening a week to run the Youth Club in the village.
You must have experience of working with, and delivering activities to, young people between the ages of 7 and 16.
You will be responsible for planning activities, ensuring resources are available, leading and mentoring a team of volunteers, keeping basic financial and other records and preparing reports for management. You may also be required to attend meetings with members of the Parish Council who oversee the project.
The job will require a DBS check.
The salary will be £8.86 per hour (Point 6 on the JNC Pay Scale for YCW), for 3.5 hours per week for 44 weeks per year. Initially, the appointment will be for a period of twelve months at which point it will be reviewed.
Please contact the Parish Clerk for more details including a Job Description and Person Specification.
The Closing Date for applications is Friday 16th October, 2015
Application form and further details from the Parish Clerk Steve Altridge at noctonparishcouncil@hotmail.co.uk
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