Village News & Notices 2009
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Appeal for Marshalls
I need 2 or 3 marshals, a pair on Belbroughton
Road and a pair on Sandy/New Wood lane.......
I will make up the pairs with other volunteers
(ie the committee)
At the most it will for 90minutes and I can
promise a free glass of mulled wine and mince
pie at the end of it all.
Dressing up as Santa is optional.
Contact Vicky J. Smith: M - 07833 059398 Email - Vicky.J.Smith@birmingham.gov.uk
Dear Readers,
Re: The Millennium Green
I would like to bring to your attention how
important it is to have dogs on their leads
at all times.
On Saturday 10th October two dogs came hurtling from the
Millennium Green and chased and
attacked a cat which was in its own driveway.
I witnessed the appalling attack and thank
god the victim was not a child.
Secondly I have an 11 month old granddaughter
and would not let her play on the green
as it is nothing more than a dogs' toilet.
To my dismay we came across the green from
Ladies Pool and the pushchair wheels were
covered in dog excrement and had to be cleaned
and disinfected.
Although responsible dog owners may clean
up their dog's mess, there are obviously
many who do not.
Name and address supplied
Village people
You may be aware that there has been an idea
that village organisations come together
perhaps twice a year;
to share ideas and dates for future events,
so that there is less chance of date clashes
and a wider range of the
community can support every event. Twelve
organisations were represented at the first
meeting of this
sort earlier in the year.
The next meeting will be on Wednesday 27th January 2010 at 7.30pm in the school hall.
As well as sharing ideas we will be beginning
to plan the fete.
You would be most welcome at this meeting
where we hope cross group communication
can be improved and views and ideas for the
fete can be shared.
This meeting won’t commit you to yet more
meetings; it will be a chance to share views!
Senior Citizens and Grand Parents
The children and staff at Blakedown Primary
School would like to invite you to our annual
Christmas Music Morning. You are very welcome
to join us on Thursday 17th December
at 10am and share our music. If you could
let us know if you are joining us that would
help
with our arrangements, the telephone number
is 700243. We look forward to seeing you!
Indecent behaviour at beauty spot
Police are stepping up patrols after receiving
complaints about inappropriate and indecent
behaviour at a beauty spot
at Wolverley, near Kidderminster.The complaints have been made by people,
including families with children, visiting
the
nature reserve off Kingsford Lane.
Police have previously clamped down on indecent
behaviour in and around the public toilets
but now officers have
received reports of inappropriate behaviour
in nearby woodland.
To tackle the problem the Local Policing
Team is carrying out daily patrols in the
area and posting signs in and around the
wooded area warning people about their conduct.
Local Policing Officer Pc Sally Sliwinska
said: “The kind of activity we are talking
about here is illegal and unacceptable.
Coming across this kind of behaviour can
be quite distressing and we don’t want anyone,
let alone families with children,
witnessing it. This includes littering the
area with pornographic magazines containing
material of a kind you certainly wouldn’t
want your kids to see.
“We are also encouraging people to report
anything suspicious or inappropriate to us
and to make a note of the vehicle
registrations of those involved. We will
be following these reports up as we take
complaints of this nature very seriously.
Anyone found behaving indecently or engaging
in sexual activity in public will be arrested.
“This is a popular beauty spot and attracts
a lot of visitors. We want to ensure that
the facilities and countryside there can
be used by the community without people feeling
upset or intimidated.”
If people see anyone acting suspiciously
or behaving in a manner that gives them cause
for concern they should call police
on 0300 333 3000 or ring Crimestoppers anonymously
on 0800 555 111.
NHW ALERT 23/10/2009
THEFT – CHURCHILL AND CAUNSALL
Reports of 3 youths acting suspiciously trying to remove drain covers in Caunsall.
We have since had reported 5 drain covers stolen from Churchill, Blakedown.
A red vehicle – similar to a fiesta was seen in the caunsall area
If you see a vehicle acting suspicious we urge you to call the police on 0300 333 3000
Thank you
Belinda
Belinda Pengelly-Moore
CSO 40019 Kidderminster Rural
Tel 01562 828290 Ext 3914
belinda.pengelly-moore@westmercia.pnn.police.uk
NHW Alert
BLAKEDOWN
Sculthorpe Road – reports received of a shed
being broken into and a pushbike stolen within.
Also an unsecured vehicle has been entered
and an untidy search has been made, although
nothing stolen
The recent alert regarding the run away dog
has resulted in good news –
the dog was handed into kennels and has now
been re-united with its owner –
thank you to all who showed concern regarding
this matter
NHW ALERT - MISSING DOG
On Thursday 08/10/09 at approx. 17:00hrs
a short haired Border Collie went missing
from land just off Deansford Lane, Blakedown.
The circumstances as follow: The dog's owner,
regularly takes both his dogs to this location,
so they can exercise off the leads out of
danger from traffic.
On this particular occasion, a jogger approached,
with a dog of his own beside him (another
Border Collie)
the dog owners Collie then took off after
the jogger's dog (not aggressively) &
despite calls for help the jogger
ignored the owners calls & continued
running with both dogs beside him.
The dog, who answers to the name of Max has
not been seen since.
The Owner& his wife are senior citizens,
obviously very distressed by the disappearance
of this dog,
& would be very appreciative of any help
in this matter. If anyone in the Blakedown
area reports seeing a stray collie,
can you please contact me, and i will inform
the co-ordinator.
Kate Easthope
Police Community Support Officer 6239
Kidderminster Rural Local Policing Teams
Tel: 01562 828290 Ext: 3914
kate.easthope@westmercia.pnn.police.uk
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Blakedown Bimble - advance notice
A date for your Christmas diary, and an event
not to be missed - the Blakedown Bimble will
take place on Saturday afternoon, 19th December.
It's a leisurely walk around the Blakedown
countryside, and all ages are welcome.
If you bring a pushchair or buggy,
you'll have to do a little bit of lifting
over stiles though! Dogs are welcome
- please keep them under close control.
Last year we had more than 100 walkers, dressed
as Santa, reindeer and all manner of festive
folk - the costume is optional, but does
look very jolly!
We'll leave the Sports Pavilion at 2pm for
the walk (around 2 miles) and return to the
Pavilion for mulled wine, hot chocolate,
squash, mince pies and sweeties for the children,
and we'll also sing carols.
Please support this community event, and
help raise funds for the new Sports Pavilion.
VACANCY FOR A COUNCILLOR
TO BE FILLED BY CO-OPTION
The above Parish Council will consider filling by co-option a casual vacancy for a Councillor at its meeting to be held
on Wednesday, 23rd September 2009, at 7.30 pm
at Blakedown Parish Rooms, Belbroughton Road,
Blakedown
Those who are interested in serving the community in this way and want to become a candidate for co-option should obtain an application form for candidacy from the Clerk or downloaded from the Parish Council web site - www.churchillandblakedown.co.uk.
Completed application forms should be returned to the Clerk by Wednesday, 9th September 2009
Information on eligibility, the role of the Parish Council and its schedule of meetings may be obtained from the Clerk.
Clerk: Roger Gurney
56 Malvern Road,
Powick
WORCESTER WR2 4RT
Tel: 01905 830756
Email: rogerdgurney@btinternet.com
Download application document here
THE AVENUE
Shortly after the houses in Lynwood Drive were built bollards were erected in the Avenue to prevent through vehicular traffic.
The bollards placed halfway down the Avenue were removed by three villagers though the bollards at the north end of the Avenue remain.
I recently undertook a survey of 36 “ frontagers”
to the Avenue and had a 52% response.
Every response stated that vehicular access should be restricted.
Other comments made:-
· Safety was the primary reason given. The Avenue is often used as a rat run for cars and speeding motorbikes. Many young children live off the Avenue
· Reduce fly tipping
· Reduce anti social behaviour
· Preservation of wild life.
· Safer for pedestrians
· As the Avenue surface improves without vehicular through traffic it would become a more pleasant place to walk and allow access for buggies and wheelchairs
· A precedent has been set by the remaining bollards at the north end of the Avenue
I presented this information at the Parish Council meeting on the 19th August and was asked to survey the Village via the Web site.
WHAT DO YOU THINK?
Please let me have your thoughts by 10th September so that I can present them to the next Parish Council meeting on September 23rd
Many thanks
Jane Johns
Contact: webster@churchillvillage.co.uk
Do you know?
Classes of EXTEND are being held at
Blakedown Parish Rooms!
What is EXTEND?
Extend is a class of exercise for older men
and women and less able people of all ages.
The classes are gentle exercise to music.
Most of the standing exercises can be adapted
for people who may have difficulty standing.
What can I gain from attending EXTEND?
· Strengthening of muscles and bones
· Strengthening of the heart
· Improved lubrication and nutrition of the joints
· Improved co-ordination
· Improved sleep
· Improved balance
· Improve cardio-vascular function (breathing & circulation)
· A ‘feel good ‘ factor – less depression and a general sense of well-being
· Less fatigue – better use of energy
· A positive outlook
· HAVE FUN!
Who runs the classes?
The classes are run by teachers who are EXTEND qualified and specialise in exercise to music for older people and those with disabilities. This means that your teacher will be well aware of the implications of any limiting factors you suffer from.
How do I join?
Just come along on a Tuesday, 2.30 p.m. to
Blakedown Parish Rooms and have a look, or
if you wish to discuss any issues ring Rosemarie
on 077644 21982 or go onto the Extend website:
If you then wish to join EXTEND there is
a £2.00 fee for the 1 hour session which
are held weekly.
The Grow with Wyre project is supporting the work of the People's Trust for Endangered Species on Dormice
in the Wyre Forest area by holding a free training session on Tuesday the 25th August,
at the Wyre Forest Discovery Centre in Worcestershire. This is an opportunity to learn how to survey
hedgerows and sign up to undertake a small section of hedgerow survey in your local area to support the
PTES Dormouse project.
Residents of Wyre Forest will also be eligible for free trees and hedgerow planting as part of this project.
I would be grateful if you could promote this opportunity to your parishioners who may be interested in
learning new skills and helping protect and conserve Dormice.
For more information or to book onto the training please contact me
by phone on 01299 269 048 or email Louise.Sutherland@forestry.gsi.gov.uk.
A link to the Grow With Wyre Project is in the 'LINKS' page under 'Local Information'
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LAWN MOWER
LAST SEEN SUNDAY 5TH JULY AFTER MATCH RAINED OFF ABOUT 6.30pm.
IT WAS LOCKED AND CHAINED IN GARAGE ON THE SPORTS FIELD, BEHIND THE SCHOOL.
TONIGHT GARAGE DOORS WERE SPOTTED OPEN ABOUT 7.30pm AND THE STOLEN MOWER REPORTED TO THE POLICE.
PLEASE ADD YOUR INFORMATION TO THE FILE TO CATCH THESE SOCIAL PARIAHS. THIS MOWER IS NEW TO BLAKEDOWN, HAS ONLY CUT THE CRICKET SQUARE ONCE! IT COST £1200.
THEY CUT THE CHAINS THAT HELD IT IN THE GARAGE THREW THE PADLOCK AND TOOK IT TO THE ROAD VIA THE GRAVE YARD AND BLUE HOOTS ACCESS ROAD.
THEY ARE INFORMED AND DETERMINED. THERE IS A LOT OF THEFT AND DAMAGE HAPPENING LOCALLY. REPORT ALL YOU SEE TO 999 OR 0300 333 3000 YOU CAN REPORT WHAT YOU HAVE SEE ANONYMOUSLY IF YOU ARE AFRAID OF REPERCUSSIONS BECAUSE YOU MIGHT KNOW THE OFFENDER.
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Parish Games
The full results can be found here
This year has been difficult for a number of reasons.
The Wyre Forest District who supplied the dates has clashed with local events.
The Scouts who in the past have always helped,
this year the event clashed with one of their
own events and they offered no support,
despite the gallant efforts of the School
who provided a junior team,
who had the misfortune to play their first
game in the awful rain that fell on the Sunday
morning.
While the Bowls team lost their top two player’s, who turned out last year, when the event was won, didn’t do as well.
My thanks go to all of the Teams that turned
out and supported the events and to the Old
House at Home
who supported the Dominoes, the only winning
team we had this year.
We look forward to Next Year.
Geoff Elwell
YOUR LOCAL POLICING TEAM
Invite You To A
SMART WATER & NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH EVENING
ON TUESDAY 16TH JUNE 2009
AT BLAKEDOWN PRIMARY SCHOOL BIRMINGHAM ROAD, BLAKEDOWN
6PM – 9PM
This is an opportunity to meet your local policing team and members of neighbourhood watch schemes in your area
For members of Neighbourhood Watch this is an opportunity to purchase
SMART WATER at the offer price of £15
SMART WATER is a chemical marking liquid, with its own DNA, and unique reference number and is non toxic
Each number is stored on a secure database, together with the owner’s details, making the valuables uniquely identifiable to the registered owner
RRP is £45 - £50 – however as a NHW member you can purchase it for £15
If you are not a member of a Neighbourhood Watch scheme you can join on the night, and purchase SMART WATER at this event
(please bring proof of I.D with you)
We look forward to meeting you!
Blakedown Schools Blog has been nominated
for a prize by the web site Primary Blogger.
To vote for Blakedown Primary School click this link 
to vote
This article is reproduced with the kind
permission of the Express and Star Newspaper
and the correspondent Sue Smith.
This article is reproduced with the kind
permission of the Express and Star Newspaper
and the correspondent Sue Smith.
Blakedown Bolt Update
Check out the stir we caused last year when
the Sun newspaper reported UFO's flying over
Bromsgrove - they really should have checked
their facts more carefully! Sorry to
disappoint but these were not spaceships,
just seven Chinese fire lanterns, which
we released on the sports field to celebrate
last year's Blakedown Bolt. We can
promise you more of the same this year (perhaps
we should give the tabloid press advance
notice!?)
Watch the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bhk1tM3g6oc
Three exciting new local services for Blakedown
and Churchill.
Take a new look at what’s to offer and support
your local shops.
Crumbs
Take a look at the new look Crumbs
Shop opening hours have changed…
7 . 30am to 8 . 00 pm Monday-Saturday Sun 8. 00 am to 12 .00pm.
Your local store for fantastic home made food including
Pop in and see what we have to offer.
Post Office
Great news your Post Office has been saved from closure although we now have reduced opening hours from:-
9am to 1pm Monday to Friday 9am-12pm Saturday (excluding bank holidays)
As well as a comprehensive range of postal services*, we can offer:-
The Gift Box at Blakedown
New to Blakedown
The Gift Box at Blakedown can provide:-
9am to 1pm Monday to Friday 9am-12pm Saturday (excluding bank holidays)
Coming Soon:-
Look out for our website http://www.thegiftboxblakedown.co.uk/index.php
A village litter collection in Churchill,
on
time
meet at Churchill village church.
We will be collecting as a community,
to remove litter from the hedge rows and
pavements, please wear gloves and suitable
clothing. If possible please bring along
a disposable rubbish bag.
All welcome.
Bob Whiston
Friday 19th June 7.15pm
Don't miss your chance to secure a place in this hugely popular event, which sold out completely in 2007 and 2008
Full details and downloadable entry form
are available by following this link or you can enter online at www.runnersworld.co.uk
Hope we'll be seeing at the start line, and don't forget the beer tent and BBQ afterwards!
Please note our new email address: blakedownbolt@live.co.uk
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Broome Village Hall Registered Charity No. 1114756 |
Dr. D. C. Ingham |
CONTACT Mrs. D. Ingham whose details are
given above.
BROOME VILLAGE HALL IS FLUSHED WITH SUCCESS! Thanks to a grant of £10,000 from the Lottery Fund, “Awards for All” the toilets at the Hall have been refurbished. New additions are a baby changing facility, wheelchair access, an alarm for users with mobility problems and hot water piped from a combination boiler. Carpet tiles have also been laid in the foyer.
TO CELEBRATE completion of this project the trustees are hosting a cheese and wine party at Broome Village Hall (Post code DY9 OHA), access from the A456 Kidderminster to Birmingham Road, and A450 Worcester to Stourbridge Road, via Broome Lane.
The party will be on Friday 6th February from 6.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. Anyone wishing to attend should please phone 01562 700279 so that catering can be arranged.
DR. RICHARD TAYLOR MP for Wyre Forest has
kindly agreed to be present between 6.30
p.m. and 7.00 p.m. to perform a small “project
completion” ceremony.
BROOME VILLAGE HALL is a charity (registered
number 1114756) run by Trustees to provide
an attractive venue for educational and leisure
activities for Broome and the surrounding
area. The Trustees hope that this event will
publicise the facilities on offer and attract
support for further work that is being planned
for the kitchen, main room and car park.
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Trustees: Mrs. J. Buchanan, Mr. S. Downing
and Mrs. D. Ingham |
Coming Soon ........
Theatre 282 of Blakedown present
" House Guest"
A thrilller with more twists than a corkscrew by Francis Durbridge
on the 26th 27th and 28th of March 2009
At Blakedown Parish Rooms.
For more infomation visit our website
www.theatre282.com
from the people who bought you " The Darling Buds of May"House Guest
a thriller by Francis Durbridge
26th, 27th and 28th March 2009
Let us keep you informed of our forthcoming productions and events. Just send an email to info@theatre282.com and leave the rest to us!
Parish Council Agenda for meeting 21st January 2009
Christian Aid Family Barn Dance & Supper
(14/3/2008)
Blakedown Cricket Club - cricket skills a bit rusty, ours were last year with the floods! However we look forward now to a new season.
We play friendly matches on Sunday afternoons. If you would like to join
us, either to play, score, umpire or even prepare the wicket, you would
be most welcome!
We
have booked practice nets commencing Sunday 6th April.
Interested? telephone Russ 01562 700623
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