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February2009 2009 February Covering CoveringWroot Wroot and and the the Parish Parish ofof Owston Owston Ferry Ferry Issue 14 14 Issue A repeat victory for the Kings Arms ! News from Robin Hood Airport The Haxey Hood Parish News Letter Police News Cawsey’s Column Photographic Competition Vacancy at Haxey Pre- School Business Directory The Haxey Hood 2009 DeliveredFREE FREEover overthe theIsle Isletotohomes homesand andlocal localbusinesses businesses Delivered Photo by Andy Lynch www.arrowpublications.co.uk www.arrowpublications.co.uk Sunspot celebrates it’s 5th Year in business! Winter opening times Monday-Thursday –9am—8pm Friday—9am—7pm Saturday—10am—6pm 2 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements Editors Letter... JP Gardening Services Mowing Chipping Trimming Rotavating Strimming Pruning Drives/Block Paving Pressure Cleaning & Re-sanding To arrange a free visit & quotation First I would like to congratulate Stan Boor, who is being awarded the MBE. Amongst all his commitment in the community Stan has been a great help to me with the magazine. Enjoy your day with the queen, Stan !! Thanks also goes to Andy Lynch who has made a fantastic ‘Story Book’ on the Haxey Hood, along with some brilliant photos. If anyone would like to purchase any photos of the Hood, published in the magazine, please get in touch with Andy or myself. Amongst my travels I meet lots of people who keep asking me about articles in the magazine. If anyone out there has a special event coming up, if you are in a group, have a special talent, a special birthday, please let me know. You could be a part of the magazine! Also if anyone is interested in delivering the Arrow, give me a call. Again I hope you enjoy the read and keep those articles coming in. Tel • • • 07774 666751 Extensions Boundary Walls Pointing Patios Block Paving Drains Cleaned & Repaired 30 years experience, Free quotes Local Westwoodside Builder 01427 754011 / 0777 5726415 P OADES Building Contractors For your local Driving Instructor 01302 366076 Carolyn Grant (Editor) 1 Nether Cantley Lane, Old Cantley, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN3 3QQ Tel: 01302 532676 Mobile: 0791 2643010 carolyn@arrowpublications.co.uk Disclaimer The information in this magazine is given in good faith and for general information and interest only. It is subject to change without notice. I make every effort to ensure that the information in the magazine is correct but I cannot guarantee that it is 100% free of inaccuracies, errors and omissions. Ask for Patricia Smith covering the Isle of Axholme AMBER REFLEXOLOGY (Treat a wide range of conditions or just simply relax and enjoy !) Fully qualified, Home Visits across the Isle of Axholme Gift Vouchers now available 01302 771277 / 07793 058410 www.amberreflexology.co.uk info@amberreflexology.co.uk To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 Police News The south of the Isle of Axholme continued to have higher than usual levels of vehicle crime through December 2008 and into the new year, with theft from motor vehicles being the main problem. These crimes are rarely pre-planned and occur when the suspect passes a vehicle and sees something inside that is valuable and easy for him/her to pass on. Generally this can mean laptop computers, satellite navigation systems, handbags etc. If these items were kept out of sight then the crime's would not occur. So please remember this when you park and leave your vehicle to put any valuable items out of sight. A more community based issue has been raised regarding dog fouling, and it's impact on local residents. Particular problems appear to be around the footpaths on the way to Haxey Primary School (off The Nooking) and it's impact on the children travelling to and from school on foot. However, most parks and paths do suffer from some of these problems and residents can contact North Lincolnshire Council if they have any details of persistent offenders who refuse to clean up after their dogs. The council have Neighbourhood Enforcement Officers who will investigate any complaint and prosecute the offending owner if there is enough evidence. Pc Bill Cook retires from the Police Service at the beginning of February 2009 and is being replaced by Pc Tina Starbuck, who will take up the role of the Axholme South Neighbourhood Police Officer. Tina is a very experienced police officer who has worked out on the Isle of Axholme previously and is looking forward to the challenges ahead. We send our best wishes for the future to Bill and thank him for the many years of service he has given to the residents of both North and North-East Lincolnshire. Your Police Community Support Officer, Sue Fahy, regularly patrols on foot throughout the South of the Isle and will be happy to stop and discuss any community problems with you. Please feel free to stop her if you see her. Alternatively, she will be available at the police surgery in Haxey Library (3pm to 4pm on Monday 2nd February 09) if you want to speak to her there. The police station at Epworth also provides a front counter service for three days a week, Tuesday and Thursday, between 9am and 3pm; as well as for two hours on a Monday afternoon (2.30pm to 4.30pm). Humberside Police non emergency number is 0845 60 60 222. Thank you. Are you safe tonight ? 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On Monday 12th January the builders needed to do some work in the girl’s toilets and they would be in there most of the day. This would have made things very difficult so we thought a trip would be a good idea. We tossed some ideas around and decided a trip to The Deep in Hull would be great and it would fit in with the curriculum work this term. We had a wonderful day out and learnt a lot about creatures that live under the sea. Our builders have been really kind and considerate. When they were laying bricks the children went out to watch and they gave us odd bits of material so that our nursery children could do their own building at the back of their classroom. On Friday 23rd January the KS2 children went on a visit to Scunthorpe County Court. This was part of their work on Citizenship and proved to be a very interesting visit. Most children don’t get the opportunity to see inside a court and to hear the reasons people would be there, our children found it very informative and discovered that they don’t want to be the ones in the dock. During one of our after school cookery clubs the children planned a menu and last week they cooked sausages, mash and carrots with real gravy and sat down to eat it with their teacher. This was followed by a selection of cheeses with biscuits and fruit. The children really enjoyed themselves but it did finish a little late, normally the class would finish at 4.15 but they were still eating at 5.00. The parents collecting children were very patient and didn’t mind waiting for the children to finish. Last week it was Panto week for Wroot and several of our children took part. The village hall was packed for four nights and it was a really good show. The children thoroughly enjoyed the experience and can’t wait for the next show. The children are working as a team to create a fantasy football team as part of their work at Study United. 6 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements WESTWOODSIDE POST OFFICE Fountain Court Florist of Epworth 01427 752640 NO NEED TO TRAVEL TO TOWN, ITS QUICK, EASY & CONVENIENT. HOLIDAY CURRENCY & TRAVEL INSURANCE NOW AVAILABLE. Flowers Delivered to your Valentine Make their Day Special ! 7 Fountain Court, Epworth, 01427 874831 ‘Say it with flowers’... All major credit cards excepted POLARIS WORLD GOLF APARTMENTS FOR RENT Luxury two bedroomed apartments with fabulous rooftop solarium, brand new for 2008, on the 5 star Polaris World Golf Resort of Condado de Alhama in Murcia, Spain. Set in beautiful gardens with swimming pools and excellent facilities. 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Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements Expertise in clay, slate and concrete tiling Lead Work Flat Roofing/Roof Repairs Guttering, Facia & Soffit’s Skylights supplied & fitted All roofs come with a written Guarantee. Free quotes & advice. JOHN AND LEE FULLWOOD PLUMBING AND HEATING ENGINEERS All Plumbing work undertaken New Build/Refurb Gas/Oil Boiler Services Solar and Geo Therm Installation Emergency Call Out FREE QUOTES 01427 728694 Contact Steve Croft 24 years experience 01427 872592 07838 410286 Reg no 209284 07912 139785 07513 608319 To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 Airport News, by Clare Wilson Environment and Community Manager The Airport has taken off to green start in 2009 with the assistance from Mexborough–born star Brian Blessed. At the Airport’s official opening, Mr Blessed waived his appearance fee to donate to the Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield ‘Last Call’ carbon sequestration scheme. The donation has funded 1,000 trees; the biggest donation ever received to Last Call, so our thanks to Brian. Planting of the trees has already begun by children at Campsmount School, Intake, planting 250 trees on their school premises to lock in carbon from aircraft activity. For more information about the Last Call scheme please visit http://www.lastcall.org.uk/. Also available on the Airport website is the Airport Draft Master Plan setting out the vision for the Airport until the year 2030. The plan sets out the details for the FARRS link road, Railway Station on the Doncaster - Lincoln line, additional apron, aircraft stands and taxiways, housing development, community support facilities, green infrastructure and much more. For those residents who have not been able to attend the public exhibitions, the Airport would still like to hear what you think of the draft plan. Further details about the Airport development and plans for the future can be found in the Draft Master Plan at www.robinhoodairport.com. The consultation period has been extended to the 16th March 2009. If you would like to respond, and shape the future of the Airport please submit your comment using the form on the website or by calling (01302) 802055 to request a Summary Leaflet to submit your comments. Good news for the Tickhill and District Footpath Group and Blaxton and Finningley Joint Playing Fields Association as they have both been granted financial support through the Airport’s Community Investment Fund. Tickhill and District Footpath Group applied to the fund for help with the printing costs of their revised programme of walks, ‘Walks Around and About the Parish of Tickhill.’ Within the group’s application the Airport was impressed by the group’s efforts of promoting walking as a healthy activity and raising awareness of the walking routes within the Parish of Tickhill to local residents and visitors alike. Blaxton and Finningley Joint Playing Fields Association required funding from the Airport to help towards the cost of replacing the tennis court fencing which over the year has been vandalised and prevented the local community access. After a visit to the site, the Airport recognised that the playing fields are at the heart of both communities and by supporting the project many local people will benefit and will once again be able to enjoy their local facilities. And finally, if the winter blues are getting you down and your next summer holiday can’t come soon enough… then why not think about taking a short break to the beautiful Channel Island of Jersey? Robin Hood Airport is delighted to announce that from next summer, flights to the holiday island with Flybe will increase to four times per week during the peak summer period. Flights will begin operating on March 29, 2009, and will run until October 22 with Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday flights. There will also be a fourth Saturday frequency to satisfy peak summer demand between 23 May and 27 Sept. Flights and short breaks are available to book now at www.robinhoodairport.com or alternatively by calling 0871 2820664. For further information about any of the above please contact me at the Airport or email environment@robinhoodairport.com. 12 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements Small Family Business • Garage Door & Window Shutters • Smoking Awnings & Canopies • Roller Doors • Car Ports Approved Installers Auto or Manual Up and Over Doors Spares and Repairs Steel, Wood, UPVC Call Tony 07973 432 484 Call James 07967 031 239 or 01427 875 401 www.ajpgaragedoors.co.uk Dates for your Diary Haxey Chapel Saturday Feb 14th - Valentines' Dance - Haxey Memorial Hall Contact Margaret Jones 01427 752171 HAZELS SOFT FURNISHINGS Sunday Feb 15th - Centenary Service led by Rev. Dr David Perry at 10:45 am Thursday February 19th 7:30pm - A slide show called “Music Across Europe”, presented by Parry Jenkins Every month the Arrow will update you with up and coming events. A YEAR TO REMEMBER ! Personal, professional service. Select from our wide range of fabrics, or we will make up your own material. Phone Hazel 01302 536657 07805 072610 Front page designed by B-17. www.b-17.co.uk 13 Jonathan David Cakes is delighted to announce the opening of its shop and cake showroom in Epworth at the end of January 09. It is owned and run by David Wardle, who has spent many years in the catering industry and trained as a Patissier working in 5* hotels. All cakes are baked fresh to order and only contain the finest quality ingredients. You can choose the base you want, with the covering being as simple or as inspiring as you would like. You will be able to sit, discuss, taste and choose the cake of your choice in a friendly relaxed atmosphere, along with a glass of bubbly! Bespoke Wedding & Celebration Cakes. Hand made chocolates, truffles and fudge. Toffee, Praline, Nougat, Florentines. Origin Chocolates. Fresh coffee beans ground to order. Cake tin hire. Cake stand hire. Cake boards and boxes. 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M.J.Fencing Manufacturer Of Domestic Industrial Fencing And General Steel Work 3 Misson Mill, Bawtry Road, Misson, Doncaster, DN10 6DP Tel: 01302 711669 email: sealnorth@eurotelonline.com www.sealnorth.com All Aspects of roofing undertaken – in business for 32 years Ring now for a Free Estimate. Manufacturers & Suppliers Of Top Quality Wrought Ironwork From Side Gates, To Drive Gates, To Folding Gates, To Sliding Gates All Iron work can be fully galvanised (no rust) & Polyester powder coated (no painting) Contact Mark for a free quote 01302 326005 079584 76290 To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 16 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements Haxey and Westwoodside Heritage Society In December the members of the Society enjoyed their Christmas party in Westwoodside Village Hall. Ample food was provided by the members and they enjoyed their usual quiz, along with entertainment this year provided by Rebecca Wilcox of Haxey. After the raffles were drawn, the evening finished in traditional fashion with Anne Cooper playing the piano for members to join in the singing of carols. The “Twelve Days of Christmas” is always a particular success at these events. A cold night in January saw a visit from Jennie Shepperd of Beltoft talking about “Straw in the Bible”. Jennie is always full of enthusiasm for her subject of straw making and had brought many items with her to show members. She showed tow prize-winning items that she had made herself for competitions organised by the Strawmakers Guild, of which she is a member. One item she had purchased was a traditional head-dress from Belarusse and she had another straw hat that she had loaned to B.B.C 2 for their current production “Victorian Farm”. She showed her audience many items she had made herself from straw including not only corn dollies, but also a rosary and picture frame. Jennie said there were several mentions of straw in the Bible beginning with offerings made by Cain and Abel through to Jesus walking in a field of corn on the Sabbath and eating some of the grains. Norma Neill gave a vote of thanks for an interesting talk. The next meeting of the Society is on Thursday, February 12th at 7:30pm when the Rev. Plant will be talking about “Old Coins” If you are interested in coming along, everyone is most welcome. Mary Spalding 01427 752476 Best Wishes CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING SERVICES FIRST CLASS CLEANING Fully qualified & insured Rooms from £30 Suites from £12 per seat The Best Job At The Best Price! 01427 678589 / 07802 889951 Mary AXI PRIVATE HIRE Up to 6 Passegers, Ample luggage space Local or Long distance journeys Airports, Train /Coach Stations. Ferry Terminals. 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We also have considerable experience in the commercial market (e.g. Supermarkets and Retail Outlets). For further information please contact either Phil 07774 937633 or Andy 07767 871836 To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 Cawsey’s Column News & views from local MP, Ian Cawsey Stan is honoured! This is the first Arrow article I’ve written since the announcement that Stan Boor has been awarded the MBE. I’ve known Stan for more years than either of us would care to remember and it is well deserved. His work on the local parish council and for local charities is well known and he works hard to ensure that stallholders and exhibitors are well looked after at the Epworth Show – we’re pictured with my gang at the show – Stan’s the one drinking my red wine! It’s a well deserved honour so many congratulations to Stan! I’m actually writing this the day after Barack Obama finally became President of the US. Parliament was sitting that day and during the oath and the start of his speech the Commons was like a ghost town as MPs and staff sat in their offices waiting to hear his first Presidential speech. He got about two minutes into it when the division bell went off and we all had to go to vote! Classic timing, anyway we wish him well as what he decides will have a big impact here as well. Did you know that the next few weeks are often the main time of year when unwanted pets, particularly cats and dogs are abandoned or handed over to local sanctuaries. As a trustee of Jerry Greens Dog Rescue I see this and we fear this year it may be higher as the effects of the global credit crunch hit home. So if you think you can offer a new home for a rescued pet then please get in touch. You can call Cats Protection on 08702 099 099 or Jerry Greens on 01652-657820. Finally I’ve had a great encouragement from local people for the Macmillan Cancer Care fundraising event I am part of this month. Along with my MP colleagues in our MP4 band we are playing in an MPs and Peers Variety Show to try to raise £100,000 in one night! I’m pictured rehearsing for the event. I’ll report back on how we do – and yes many of you have said that we could raise more if they paid for us to stop singing! There’s more on all of this and all the latest on my website at www.iancawsey.co.uk and for a light hearted view you can read my blog at http://blog.myspace.com/iancawseymp If you need to get in touch you can email me at cawseyi@parliament.uk or call my office on 01652-651327. 20 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements Gainsborough Physiotherapy Clinic We can help with Neck & Back pain Joint & soft tissue injuries Sports injuries Sciatica Headaches Balance and recurrent falling MS, Stroke, Parkinsons Our treatments include Manipulation, Massage, Acupuncture, and Electrotherapy Our physiotherapists are all state registered and highly qualified, with over 20 years experience between them, giving you the best possible care. We are registered with all major insurers including BUPA and AXA/PPP. 01427 610840 info.gpclinic@btinternet.com www.thegpclinic.com 18 Gladstone Street, Gainsborough, Lincs, DN21 2LY To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 A North Lincolnshire theatre group “The Beltonians” performed their new musical “Greys”, a pastiche on the musical “Grease” last month at Belton Public Hall and received great reviews. “Greys” was written by Keith Skelton of Gunthorpe who was a patient at Weston Park at the time. Whilst penning the musical, Keith’s consultants took an interest and so with encouragement it was decided that the musical should be performed in Sheffield with all monies going to Weston Park Hospital Cancer Charity. (Two ladies in the show all ready for a “night out on the town”. Bents Green Church Hall, Sheffield was booked for Saturday 15th November and “The Beltonians” were eager to help Keith raise funds for Weston Park. They were also keen to show their talent and agreed to break from rehearsing their latest pantomime to put on the show. Overcoming several logistical problems, not the least transporting musical director Parry Jenkins’ electric organ, keyboard, speakers and amplifier from Wroot to Sheffield and chairman Alan Lenton forgetting to load props, “The Beltonians” triumphed with a magical performance which had the locals rocking with laughter. After presenting Lyndsey Raynor of Weston Park Hospital with a cheque for £400 she said: “We are extremely grateful to everyone involved in “Greys”, especially Keith for such a contribution. “The Beltonians” are such generous supporters and we would like to thank them all for all they have done. Groups like this are the lifeblood of our charity: they work so hard, have fun, entertain people and also raise vital funds to support cancer research and improve treatment and care for patients in our region. Contributions like this help keep Weston Park at the forefront of cancer care in the UK.” “The Beltonians” are proud to have performed “Greys” especially written for them by Keith Skelton and to have helped the Hospital in such a tangible way: The Beltonians” with the presentation cheque of £400 for “Weston Park Hospital Cancer Charity” (The cheque is held by Keith Skelton and the youngest member of the group Jessica Martin ) 22 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 24 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 Freephone:0800 0480089 www.elitewindowsyorkshire.co.uk Once again the Wroot Amateur Players (WAPs) have had a resounding success with their annual pantomime - which this year was Peter Pan. A sell-out every night, with rumours that the final nights tickets were fetching quite a sum on Ebay! The superb scenery, wonderful costumes and the script were all produced by members of the cast. The songs, comedy sketches and performances by all, especially the children, were a delight to watch. 26 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements Haxey P T Taxis 01427 754531 07790 817691 North Lincolnshire Licensed Hackney Carriage All Fares charged at Hackney Carriage Tariff Steve Stanton LAWNMOWERS Have your machines serviced now in time for Spring ! SALES. SPARES. SERVICING. REPAIRS FREE COLLECTION AND DELIVERY 01427 810945 46/48 HIGH ST EPWORTH DONCASTER DN9 1EP TEL: 01427 873737 ■ Annual Accounts ■ Management Accounts ■ Cashflows ■ Book-keeping and Payroll Services ■ Taxation Services ■ General Business Advice ■ Business Start Up Advice ■ FREE Initial Consultation To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 Haxey Parish Council, Newsletter, February 2009 Parish Clerk - Deb Hotson Email: haxeypc@fsmail.net Telephone: 01652 618306 / 07800 569 589 Website: www.haxeyparish.org.uk A Happy New Year from Haxey Parish Council Community Led Parish Plan The Haxey Parish Plan including Westwoodside, Haxey, Burnham, Graizelound and East Lound villages is progressing very well. This will be an ongoing process over the next 18 months or so and will lead to a list of improvements that we all want for the parish over the next 5 to 10 years. The Steering Group is holding regular monthly meetings and further details may be obtained from the Chairperson, Mrs Alyson Linnegar on 01427 752536 The times and dates for the Open Consultation Days have now been arranged. These are:Westwoodside Village Hall – 28th February 2pm to 6pm Burnham Village Hall – 7th March 10am to 12 noon Haxey Memorial Hall – 7th March 2pm to 6pm Everyone is invited to come along and tell us what they personally feel needs to be done to improve things. Come and tell us your views on housing, flooding, roads, footpaths, the environment, policing, public service, recreation or any other relevant matter. Free tea and coffee will be provided. John Smedley - 01427 752199. Allotments In order to meet the requirements of the Allotments Act 1908, the Parish Council’s Land Working Party is continuing with research into the provision of Allotments. To date 3 potential sites have been identified – land to rear of the Carpenters Arms, land adjacent to Langholme Lane and land adjacent to Cove Road. A meeting has been held with prospective Allotment Tenants to provide them with an update and advise on the set up of an Association. The Parish Council has been briefed on progress and authorised the collation of Expressions of Interest from local Contractors, which will lead to site visits and the provision of rough order of costs for any work required. Once this information is available, a business case will be presented to the Parish Council with recommendations for the way forward, which might include a Parish Meeting. At this stage, the Parish Council is not in a position to take the final decision on the Allotment Project. Councillor Stan Boor awarded MBE Congratulations to Stan Boor who has been awarded the MBE in the Queen’s New Year Honours List. Councillor Boor has been recognised for his services to the community. Stan is a long-serving member on Haxey Parish Council and we are delighted that his years of voluntary work have been rewarded in this way. `Printed by Apple Tree Design & Print 01302 314011` Mobile Beautician & Nail Technician Treatments Provided Include: Manicure, Pedicure, Facial, Massage, Waxing, Eye Treatments, Acrylic Nails, Make-Up, False Eyelashes, Reflexology, Indian Head Massage & many more......... Be Pampered in the comfort of your own home Fully Qualified/Insured Emma Hopkins - 07852 124816 - 01302 772265 GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE Pamper your loved one this Valentine’s Day ! Professional Mobile Car Valeting Service Offering a range of services to suit all size of vehicle to be carried out at your home Mini Valet starting from £15.00 Contact Phil 01427 752810 / 07804 659871 16 Years Experience `Printed by Apple Tree Design & Print 01302 314011` More than 350 Yorkshire walks to download and print FREE! There’s no doubt about it, walking is good for you. It’s good for your heart, it’s good for your lungs, it’s good for the muscle and bone growth of your children and it’s good for your feeling of wellbeing! Strong scientific evidence now supports the many benefits to health of regular walking – it is recommended that we take at least 10,000 steps a day. Studies show that walking can: • Reduce the risk of coronary heart disease and stroke • Lower blood pressure • Reduce high cholesterol • Reduce body fat • Enhance mental well being Walking offers a great way to help kids get the active habit. If parents express excitement about the prospect of a walk in the countryside, they are more likely to transmit this feeling to their children. It’s important to treat the walk as an exploration or adventure and to go at the child’s pace, no matter how often they want to stop and look at things; take treats to eat and plenty to drink; and head for some landmark that will appeal to them such as a castle, a playground, an ice cream van or a boating pond. If children experience walking as part of a fun activity they are more likely to want to go again. So, how do you find out what is on offer? John Harris, a keen walker, got fed up with the lack of information on walks in the County. So, he decided that if he couldn’t find what he was looking for – he had better create it! So www.walkinginyorkshire.co.uk came into being. www.walkinginyorkshire.co.uk gives you all the information you need for the best walking in the County: Details of more than 350 walks to download and print free, details of all the Somerset walking groups, maps and walk books – plus loads more information. So check out the website and get walking! 30 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements Fearn Wood Flooring Ltd -----------------------------------Hardwood Flooring . Uniclic Laminate . Karndean Vinyl . Quality Doors . Hardwood Skirting & Moulding . Fitting Service • FREE Estimate • • Flooring Specialist 30 Years Experience Visit our fully fitted Showroom 01302 833772 We are here 49 Church Street, Armthorpe, Doncaster Chris Broad Local Domestic Appliance Engineer Repairs & Sales Tel: 01427 752146 or Mobile 07786 512158 *Washing Machines *Tumble Dryers * Dishwashers * Cookers* Refrigerators *Vacuum Cleaners All work guaranteed. We offer a professional and personal service. New machines can also be supplied at a competitive price inc. free delivery, free connection and free disposal of old machine. www.fearnwoodflooring.co.uk C L CORFIELD LTD Builders and Contractors, Over 40 years experience New Build Extensions Insurance Work Conservatories etc. Free Quotation & Advice 01427 753894 / 07801 885412 To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 News from Axholme Camera Club COMPETITION, COMPETITION, COMPETITION........................ The Haxey Photographic Competition 2009 is sponsored by Haxey Parish Council and is in association with Axholme Camera Club. Residents of the Parish of Haxey are invited to submit entries of photographs taken within the Parish between 1st of January 2008 and 1st of March 2009. Entries should be submitted between 1st March and 17th April 2009 at Haxey Library during opening hours or by arrangement to Allan Rowsell, Chairman of Axholme Camera Club ( tel: 01427 752400 ). There are 3 categories, i) Adults living in the Parish of Haxey, ii) Young people in full time education, living within the Parish of Haxey, iii) Members of Axholme Camera Club. Generous prizes of £75 x2 and £50 are offered. No more than 2 prints per person, with name, title, age ( Cat ii only ) and address should be written on the back of each photograph or mount. Initially, a panel of judges will shortlist the entries, then members of the public will make the final selection by attending the Parish Council's Annual Meeting in May. For further information, please contact Councillor John Smedley on 01427 752199 or Allan Rowsell, who hope to see many photographs entered and a successful competition. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Members entered around forty photographs into a Knock-out Competition organised by Peter Webster. Although a fun addition to the usual monthly competitions, the prints were of a high standard and excellent quality, covering a variety of subjects. Members had some difficulty eliminating three prints from each round. Finally, the worthy winner with a fabulous sunset shot taken locally, was John Roberts, seen in the attached photograph, (left) with his winning entry, and receiving his 'cup' from Peter Webster. Axholme Camera Club is a friendly group of people with an interest in photography in all its forms, always happy to welcome visitors and new members to the meetings at Haxey Church Hall on alternate Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 7.30pm. Telephone Allan Rowsell, Chairman on 01427 752400 for further details. Photo by David Ulyett 32 Regards Lynda Ulyett Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements Narrow boat Experience Day Chesterfield Canal A leisurely day out with experienced and friendly boat handlers in this beautiful countryside Learn the basics of narrowboating and mastering the locks 60ft boat with comfortable seating, galley, toilet and shower facilities All refreshments Included (ex alcohol) Based between Doncaster & Gainsborough If you are thinking of having a narrowboat holiday or simply want to enjoy a day on the canal handling a boat, this is for you ! This makes an ideal Birthday Present For Further Details and Availability Tel 07771 795397 Nature at its best on this wonderful idyllic Canal To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 Westwoodside School C E Primary School On 19 January Mrs Dianne Leahy from North Lincolnshire Museum Outreach Service visited the Foundation Stage (Nursery and Reception) children at Westwoodside Church of England School. Each class had a turn at exploring toys from three historical periods – Tudor, Victorian and The 1950s/60s. Toys from each time period were set out in three areas in the hall. During the ‘Toy Story Workshop’ the children learnt from a very hands on approach where they were encouraged to touch all the toys. It was an extremely good example of play based learning. Mrs Leahy carefully adapted the language for the two different age groups. The children’s favourite toys were the spinning tops and wooden scooters from The Fifties/Sixties. The learning was extended into more scientific areas as the children sorted by materials used e.g. the hoops into Tudor wooden, Victorian metal and Fifties/ Sixties plastic. Mrs Leahy mentioned how responsive and well behaved the Westwoodside C.E. School were. This proved to be a wonderful play based learning experience for all involved Best Wishes Roger Marshall Head teacher 34 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements High Street, Misson, Nr Bawtry, DN10 6ED Open: Tues-Sun 6pm-late & Sun 12-3pm 01302 710211 A fine selection of Guest Cask Ales Home cooked Meals using Locally Sourced Produce Traditional Carvery Sunday Lunches (with Homemade Yorkshire Puddings) Booking Advisable Valentine's meals on Friday 13th & Saturday 14th February Limited availability so booking essential Bookings now being taken for Mothering Sunday Parties always welcome - contact us for more details Attitude Theatre Arts For Dance Drama & Singing Primary Ballet Ages 7-8 Intermediate classes ages 14+ Saturdays & Thursdays @ Westwoodside Village Hall Classes for age’s (3-7) (8-11) & (11+) Prep Ballet ages 5-6 Contact Miss J. Marston L.I.D.T.A (Principal) on 078 627 22 653 Professional Training from I.D.T.A (International Dance Teachers Association) qualified teachers in, Pictures by R. Manning & Attitude Theatre Arts Ballet, Tap, Modern, Theatre Craft, Gymnastics / cheerleading, Freestyle / Disco & Musical Theatre To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 Westwoodside C.E School Over the Christmas holidays I went to Hartington hall for a weekend in Derbyshire. My mum and dad tortured me with a five mile bike ride (it must have been three miles longer for the hills). The place was fantastic with a game room and play area. The day after we did a five mile walk (torture again!). My Christmas was brilliant. My family came over for Christmas dinner. I was the first to open my Christmas presents. The best presents I got were: a volcano kit, rockband on the Nintendo wii (I dropped the drumsticks and played the drums with my hands, I got booed off the stage), and a play station 2. By Jacob Morley and Jordan Hallgate. 36 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements WANT TO LEARN KEYBOARD OR GUITAR ? DONCASTER YAMAHA MUSIC SCHOOL First Avenue, Robin Hood Airport For more details, about a free taster lesson, contact New & second hand pianos, Established for over 30 years. Specialist in Uprights and Grands Help, Advice and Guidance THE PIANO SHOP HIGH STREET, MATTERSEY, NR BAWTRY ALSO AT WATER TOWERS, HEMSWELL CLIFFE Barbara Twigg on 01302 371731 or 07825 789201 or email barbaratwigg.yms@googlemail.com www.ymsdoncaster.co.uk ♪ ♪ ♪ Keyboard and guitar courses available for all levels, from Age 6 State of the art equipment in comfortable Studios Exam links with Trinity College and Rockschool 01777 702095 01777 818952 To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 News from The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust The next meeting of the Isle of Axholme group of the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust will take place on Thursday March 5th 2009 when we will have our annual member’s slide/digital/ print evening. This is always a popular meeting and we generally have about five or six members showing us photographs on a variety of subjects. These subjects do not have to be on wildlife and in the past we have had everything from railways to exotic places. As always our meetings are open to everyone but if you would like to show some photographs please contact Geoff beforehand as this helps with organising the evening’s programme. You don’t have to be an expert photographer so don’t be shy, we just enjoy looking at a variety of images and hearing the stories associated with them. We meet at the new hall at the rear of Haxey Methodist Chapel starting at 7.30pm. There is a small admission charge of £1 and there is a raffle and refreshments. Bird food is always on sale at the meetings as well as at Geoff’s house in Belton. For further information about the local Trust group and their meetings please contact Geoff or Chris Trinder on 01427 872051. We look forward to welcoming all regular members and new visitors. PROBLEM DOG ? I CAN HELP YOU TURN YOUR UNRULY DOG INTO AN OBEDIENT FRIEND ! Does your dog suffer from behavioural problems? Is it aggressive towards your family or other dogs ? Does it chew furniture or wallpaper? Does it mess in the house or is it just disobedient ? For All Aspects Of Puppy Training 01427 880823 38 • • • • • A CROFT HOUSE KENNEL & CATTERY Heated Kennels & Cattery Individual covered runs Dogs walked daily Vaccination certificates required Dog grooming available WARM FRIENDLY WELCOME WHERE YOUR DOGS & CATS WILL BE CARED FOR AS IF THEY WERE OUR OWN ! West Stockwith 01427 890235 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 Love Is...... Love is... a playful little kitten, sending letters to our loved ones. Like a blossom tree gracefully blooming another flower, carefully looking out for a golden finch. Cupid with angel wings and shining arrows, asking her ‘will you marry me?’ Kissing beautifully when the clock strikes midnight, and at the end of the night saying ‘I love you’. By Ciara Norman and Charlotte Johnson 40 Love is in the air Love is always there, love is everywhere Love is jumping joyfully for every heart in the world She smiles gracefully at you what ever you do When she sees a broken heart she puts it together in one part So when you’re feeling down love is always around By Megan Coombs and Anna-Mae Matthews Westwoodside C.E. Primary School Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements The Original Wood Burning Range Cooker and Heating System Rayburn Rayburn has always been concerned about protecting the environment. Rayburn remains the most efficient wood burning range cooker on the market. Unlike conventional cookers, which tend to dry out food, a cast iron Rayburn uses gentle radiant heat to seal in all the juices. The Rayburn range has a wide choice of fuel, size and design options available, which means that you are sure to find a model which matches your needs perfectly. And ,with our new gas condensing Super A series, which is over 90% energy efficient, you can enjoy the convenience and economy of having your central heating, hot water and cooking all in one. Gas Condensing 90% efficient , ‘A’ rated boiler cooker now available Call 08457 626147 for your free DVD For the largest selection of stoves, ranges and cookware . Create warmth in your home with a visit to Harworth Heating, Blyth Road, Harworth, Doncaster. Tel: 01302 742520 www.oilstoves.co.uk Suppliers of Rayburn To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 Doncaster Advanced Motorists One-Eyed Monsters are on the Increase Dear readers, We’ve all see them – cars with only one headlight’ that can so easily be momentarily mistaken for a motorcycle. Well they’re breeding and there’s a reason. Its called technology! Yes, the more sophisticated and effective car lighting has become, the more difficult it is to replace faulty bulbs and sealed lights units. The basis of the problem seems to be a combination of evermore streamlined car bodies crammed with evermore technology, to the point were there’s only room for another penny washer under the bonnet and not the tools or even the hands to replace a headlamp bulb. Apparently on some cars you have to remove the battery, disconnect air hoses or even take off the front bumper! Some accessory outlets offer a bulb fitting service for a small charge; some vehicles have to have the task carried out by their main dealer. This of course has serious cost implications and you have to hope they have mechanics with tiny fingers in tow, otherwise even they may struggle. Moreover, the problem is not confined to the front lights. Whereas rear bulbs used to be readily accessible through the boot on most cars, many modern vehicles require entire light clusters to be removed first, often at the cost of torn seals and broken fixings. This makes a bit of a mockery of some country’s laws that require motorists to carry spare bulbs on the car. There seems little point if they won’t be able to fit them! This appears to be a problem the industry has created and one that only they can resolve. If so, the sooner it happens the better, as the resulting one-eyed monsters are a danger to us all. If you are interested in further information regarding the courses that we offer you will be able to find this information on the Institute of Advanced Motorists website at www.iam.org.uk or Tel:020 8996 9600 Safe Driving, Paul Tuke. Chairman Doncaster Advanced Motorists. 42 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 What’s On In Your area in the Isle of Axholme Activity Meeting place Mon 18th Gainsborough Cubs Scout hut Behind Haxey Church Time Contact Mon Isle of Axholme Wolf cubs Westwoodside Village Hall 6.00-7.30 pm 01427 754120 Mon Isle of Axholme Scouts Westwoodside Village Hall 7.00-9.00 pm 01427 754120 Tues Isle of Axholme Beavers Westwoodside Village Hall 6.00-7.30 pm 01427 754120 Tues Mother and Toddler Westwoodside Village Hall 1.30-3.30 pm 9.30-10.30 am 6:30 - 8:30 pm Tues Jo’s Dance Exercise Westwoodside Village Hall Tues Line Dancing Westwoodside Village Hall 7.30-9.30 pm Wed Mother and Toddler Westwoodside Village Hall 9.00-11.00 am Wed Social Club—over 60’s Westwoodside Village Hall 2.00-4.00 pm Wed Belly Dancing Westwoodside Village Hall 6.30-8.30 pm Thurs Jo’s Tap Dancing Westwoodside Village Hall 7.00-9.00 pm Fri Tae kwan Do Westwoodside Village Hall 6.00-7.00 pm Tues 18th Gainsborough Beavers Scout hut Behind Haxey Church 6:00 - 7:30 pm Fri 18th Gainsborough Scouts Scout hut Behind Haxey Church 7:00 - 9:00 pm Tues Little Otters Playgroup Coronation Hall, Owston Ferry 9:30-11:30 am 01427 728058 Mon Preschool— Playgroup 2.5—5 years Memorial Hall 9:15-:3:15 pm 01427 753162 Mon Ballroom Dancing Classes Memorial Hall 3:00-10:00 pm 01427 873532 Tues Preschool Playgroup 3—5 years Memorial Hall 9:15-3:15 pm 01427 753162 Memorial Hall 7pm—9pm 01427 752636 Tues Bingo Wed Preschool– playgroup 2.5—5 years Memorial Hall 9:15- 3:15pm 01427 753162 Wed Tae Kwan Do Memorial Hal 5:45-6:45 pm 01302 311174 1st Wed of each Haxey Woman's Institute (WI) month Memorial Hall 01427 752473 Wed Swing Band Rehearsal Memorial Hall 7:30-930 pm Thurs Preschool—Playgroup 3—5 years Memorial Hall 9:15-3:15 pm 01427 753162 Thurs Happy Circle (over 60’s) Memorial Hall 2:00—4:00 pm 01427 752636 Thurs Bambi—Playgroup 1—3 years Memorial Hall 9:30-11:00 am 01427 754830 Thurs Kick Boxing Memorial Hall 6:00 - 8:00pm 01427 875051 Fri Preschool—Playgroup 2.5—5 years Memorial Hall 9:15-3:15 pm 01427 753162 Fri Musical Monkeys 0—5 years Memorial Hall 10:30- 12:noon 01427 753787 Fri Ballroom Dancing Classes Memorial Hall 3:00 - 10:00pm 01427 873532 Thurs Epworth & Isle of Axholme Rotary Club The Red Lion , Epworth Thurs Musical Movement - Toddlers 12months + Epworth Thurlow Pre School Thurs Musical Movement - Baby Group Epworth Thurlow Pre School Bookings of The Stephen Jones Community Hall - Haxey Pam Layton 01427 752783 Bookings of the Memorial Hall Mrs Anne Robinson 01427 752636 Bookings of Westwoodside Village Hall Barbara Senior 01427 753380 44 6pm start 01427 875540 9:00 - 10:00 am 01427 875016 10:00 - 11:00 am 01427 875016 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements Isle Sew It Tel: 07804 304714 Clothing Alterations, New Zips, Half Pockets, Waist taking in, and much more.. . 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Contact Carolyn 01302 532676 Electricity Emergencies 0800 375 675 Boarding Kennels/Grooming Advice Transco - Gas Leaks Yorkshire Water 080 111 999 0845 1242424 Care in the Community Age Concern Childline 0800 009966 0800 1111 Neighbourhood Watch 01482 444466 NSPCC 0808 80050000 RSPCA 08705 555999 NHS Direct 0845 4647 01427 754116 07930942901 Croft House Kennels & Cattery 01427 890235 Health/Fitness Quality Lifestyles Personal Training Consultancy Paul Seaman ACSM HFI 01427 753591 / 0771 4318958 Funeral Directors Fields Funeral Service, Westwoodside 0800 555 111 Carers Support Centre 01652 650585 Isle of Axhome Lions 01427 752139 Isle of Axholme Osteoporosis Support Group 01427 875752 Education and General Epworth Country Primary School 01427 872345 Haxey C of E School 01427 752294 Westwoodside C of E Primary School 01427 752355 Westwoodside Mobile Library 01724 865675 Haxey Library - Memorial Hall 01724 753239 Westwoodside Dental Surgery 01427 753180 01427 874424 R Butoid Funeral Service , Misterton & Dist 01427 890317 Driving Instructors/ Local Taxis A J Motoring - Haxey Community Crime Stoppers Northcroft Kennels and Cattery, Belton 01427 872103 Instyle Dog Grooming—Haxey P T Taxis—Haxey 01427 754562 0780 8559124 01427 754531 / 07790817691 BJ7 Taxis—4/6/7/8 seater 01302 531277 Axi Private Hire - long and short journeys 07866 859963 Trade/Craftsmen J M B Plastering—Haxey 01427 752200 / 07785 735984 Ashley Barr Registered Farrier 01427 754801 Isle Sew It, Alterations and repairs 07804 304714 Pressed4you Ironing Services - Epworth 07843 282353 D B Topping Builder/Home Improvements In business for 20 years 01427 753587 Axholme Pest Control 01427 873608 G S Joinery - West Butterwick 07840 701447 01724 783181 Entertainment/Children’s Care Ave Ago Bouncy Castle Hire 01427 754116 /07930942901 Leisure Epworth Leisure Centre 01427 873845 All Aboard Children’s Club -Westwoodside 01427 753676 Susan Harrison My Vue Cinema 08712 240240 Accountants/Business Advisors Odeon 08712 244007 Haxey Cricket Club 01427 752394 The State Cinema Gainsborough 01427 679171 46 Robert M Berry I.C.P.A. 01427 875962 Professional Andy Lynch Photographer 01427 891132 / 07738727525 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements Home & Garden Centre Open 7 days a week. Free Parking. Cafe Belton road, Belton, Doncaster , DN9 1PN (next to Sandtoft Airfield) • • • • • • • • • • Big Plants Decking & Fencing Patios & Driveways Sheds Garden Landscaping Sectional Garages Greenhouses Conservatories Water Features Ornate Fountains Relax in our spacious cafe, offering a good varied menu 01427 872300 01302 797437 FULL SELECTION OF LOCAL FRESH FRUIT & VEGETABLES To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912643010 48 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements