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By the Villagers for the Villagers of Sedgefield, Bradbury & Mordon
September 2003
Benvenuto al nostro medico cantante
Sedgefield says welcome to
Dr Riccardo Benci hails from
Rome and is Sedgefield PCT’s
newest recruit, as part of their
drive to attract more GPs into the
area. Currently undergoing a
month long induction, Dr Benci is
spending 3 days a week with Dr
Jones’ practice under the
guidance of Dr Larcombe, as well
as 1 day a week at a practice in
Shildon. The fifth day allows
him to meet other international
recruits in the area, including
Spanish GPs who arrived in
County Durham in 2002, for
sessions including language
development. Although Dr Benci
has already undertaken a Language Assessment Test, good
communication is obviously a priority, so his induction by the
University of Newcastle will include colloquial language and the
“slang” commonly used between doctors and patients.
Dr Benci’s medical interests lie in cancer prevention, screening
programmes and also in Information Technology and its use in
medicine. His expertise will hopefully complement that of the other
practitioners at Harbinson House, who have already successfully
achieved the Quality Practice Award.
Colin Miller, Dr Jones’ practice business manager in Sedgefield said:
“This is an exciting opportunity for both Dr Benci and for the practice.
We are really looking forward to having him working with us.”
But 40 year old Dr Benci nearly didn’t make it into the medical
profession! He started playing guitar when he was 8 years old and has
always loved English Rock Music - perhaps influenced by his father,
who also used to live in England. “One of my dreams was to act in
Jesus Christ Superstar. It was a true cult for me. I have played St Peter
and Pontius Pilate in shows in Rome, but my so far unfulfilled dream is
to play Judas. However I did recently become friends with Carl
Anderson, who played Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar - I was his doctor
when he was in Rome.”
The local operatic societies will soon be beating a path to his door!
THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
THANK YOU!
The raffle, to which so many of
you contributed and to which so
many Sedgefield businesses
donated prizes, raised a
magnificent £1156. The result has
been split equally between 1st
Responders and Neighbourhood
Watch and we will keep you
informed as to what the money
will be used for. We are pleased to
announce that Mrs Ann Oliver won
the 1st prize of two watches; there
are lists of all prize-winners in the
Library, Post Office, Sedgefield
Jewellers, Selections, No 4 and the
Social Club and the list is also
published in this magazine. There
are still a number to be claimed.
Please ring David Hillerby 621343
to arrange collection.
Again, many thanks for your
support! Both organizations really
appreciate it and will use it well to
serve this community.
Mayor of Sedgefield,
Councillor Linda Maddison with
husband John in attendance,
making the draw, supervised by
Ken Saiger, chairman of NHW.
Show report, Page 8
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Young Stars Shine at Sedgefield
Members of Sedgefield Players Youth Section, affectionately
known as SPYS, excelled themselves recently when they achieved
impressive results in exams set by LAMDA, the London Academy
for Music and Dramatic Art.
Proud parents, family and friends saw them perform their awardwinning pieces at a presentation evening in Sedgefield Parish Hall.
Many of the performers, who ranged in age from 7 to 17, gained
honours, distinctions and medals for their work in acting, poetry
and prose reading.
Guest of honour, former Mayor of Sedgefield, Ian Sutherland had
generously donated a range of rainbow coloured T shirts,
emblazoned with the SPYS logo, which were worn to great effect
on the night.
Many of the SPYS are now preparing for their entry in the
Sedgefield Drama Festival of One Act Plays, coming up in
September. Coaches Jean Hewling and Sarah Atkinson have
decided on an interlude from Shakespeare`s “A Midsummer
Night`s Dream”, which will involve 17 young members of the
Players.
The adult members of the group will also be contributing two
productions to the Festival, which runs from Tuesday September
23rd to Saturday 27th. For ticket information, see the Diary page.
And talking of Stars..
Singing her way to success is Sarah
Jones, just graduated in Musical
Theatre from Blackpool and Fylde
College, part of Lancaster University.
Sarah would like to take this
opportunity to thank Sedgefield
players Drama group for setting her
on the right tracks and teaching her a
lot about performing.
A member of the Players from the age
of 11, Sarah says the start they gave
her was invaluable, and she would
encourage young people in Sedgefield
to take a look at what they have to
offer. She is now embarking upon a
singing career in Blackpool, and we
wish her well in that.
Sarah is also grateful to Sedgefield
Charities for their financial support
during her course in Blackpool and at
Durham College.
The Trustees of the Sedgefield
Educational Foundation
offer financial support to young
people studying Further Education
courses that will lead to Technical,
Professional or Industrial careers.
They would like to encourage
applications from students under 25
years of age, who live in Bradbury,
Fishburn, Mordon and Sedgefield
For further information and an
application form, contact the Clerk to
the Trustees, R Smeeton, Tel: 620009.
Applications must be returned by
September 30th.
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Sedgefield News
A duo with hair-raising talent
Sarah-Jane Green and Darren Thacker of the
Evolution hair-dressing salon in Sedgefield
have two very good reasons to celebrate.
The first is their impending marriage in
January 2004. The second is Evolution’s
success in the first round of the British
Hairdresser of the Year Award. One of only
six chosen from the northeast, the salon now
goes forward in November to the finals of
this prestigious award, which is held at the
Grovesnor Hotel, London.
Darren Thacker and Sarah-Jane Green
Another Junior Citizen of the Year
The Junior Citizen of the Year at Rectory Row was
announced just as we went to press last month, so all we
could tell you was the winner’s name. Kieran Race has been
the honour of being named the school’s outstanding pupil of
the year.
Mr Philip Irvine, the head-teacher, gave an address, talking
about Keiron’s character as well as about how the award was
established and Alan Sowerby, in whose memory it is given.
Chairman of Sedgefield NHW Ken Saiger, ably assisted by
Sarah Norman, the Sedgefield Police NWC, presented the
trophy to a delighted Kieran.
Well done Kieran and good luck! If you keep up the good
work you may well be in line for the additional award, which
will be presented in 2004 for Sedgefield Community College
Good Citizen of the Year!
It’s the first time Evolution has entered the
competition, so this hard-working young
couple and their staff are very proud of their
achievement. The Sedgefield salon opened
eighteen months ago and, rated 5 star by the
Good Salon Guide, is going from strength to
strength.- so much so that another salon was
opened in Richmond in February.
The team featured on television recently, in
an eight week documentary called “Hair-do”.
It’s been an exciting year, with more to
come! I’m sure we all wish them the very
best of luck in the finals.
Sedgefield
Farmers’ Market
Since the first market on Mediaeval Fayre
day, different days of the week and times of
day have been tried, some more successfully
than others, but overall the Market is very
well supported. After discussion the traders
and the Town Council have decided that
Sunday Morning will be the best option.
The stalls offer a wide range of goods for
sale. For instance, you can buy everything
you need for a traditional Sunday lunch fresh meat and vegetables for your main
course, desert pies & fresh cream from other
stalls and you can wash it all down with
homemade wine or fruit juice.
We can’t supply the chef - that has to be
down to you, but with quality ingredients
like these how can you fail? You can even
buy a new hat for church later in the day!
This month’s market is
on Sunday 14th September
from 9:30am to 1:30pm
in front of the Hope Inn.
All future markets will take place on the
second Sunday of each month
at the same time.
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Sedgefield News
Community Safety
with contributions from Neighbourhood
Watch, Sedgefield Police, the Road Safety Group & the NHS Trust
Sedgefield Neighbourhood Watch & Crimewatch Panel
Minutes of Meeting held on 12th August 2003
Minutes of Previous Meeting approved - no matters arising.
Treasurer provided written details of current and Premier
accounts. Chairman pointed out the Premier Account temporarily
inflated as it holds £105 donated prize monies for Village Raffle.
Secretary provided written details of correspondence.
Representative Reports: Chairman explained that written reports
had been circulated so that only urgent discussions would be
undertaken this evening in order that the members had time for
adequate discussion with the Chief Constable after his address.
from Tombola & Bric a Brac stalls (minus £50 pitch fees).
Chairman also thanked Sarah Norman and Peter Madison
for their presence and support, making special mention of
Keith, who made the ‘local Bobby’ very visible at the Show
by establishing contact with the many children he allowed in
his car, chatting to their parents & Grandparents - an excellent
initiative in fostering good relations . Well done Keith!
Village Constable circulated copies of ‘Reported Crime in
Sedgefield Village from June 10 - July 31. 12 crimes were
recorded this period (15 last period), summarised as Burglary 1,
Car Damage 1, Theft 2, Assaults 2 & Bilking (taking petrol from
vehicles), 5. Note 2 persons arrested. No residential burglaries.
Address by Chief Constable of Durham Mr. Paul Garvin
(Summary only – see full report enclosed) Mr. Garvin gave a
brief outline of his views of the role of his Force in the
Community, hopes for the future & linked these into some
issues he knew were relevant to us, before a Q & A session
based on questions already submitted. Afterwards, the
Chairman thanked Mr. Garvin for his open and candid manner
and the informative discussion. The Panel gave a resounding
round of applause in appreciation.
CPO Neal submitted his written report. In the Division, dwelling
Burglary is down 8% over same period last year but majority of
offences have involved Insecure Properties – it is essential
residents keep doors & windows locked! Vehicle Crime down
6.2%: Drugs; arrests up by 11%: Anti Social Behaviour &
Assaults have increased. A squad of 4 Officers has been formed
in addition to our local Officers to tackle these problems.
Alan Sowerby Annual Citizenship Awards: Chairman
informed members these had been presented to Hardwick
Primary & Rectory Row Schools for the 2 nd year running.
Schools, Pupils and Parents all appreciate and enjoy the
recognition afforded by this award. Unfortunately due to a
misunderstanding it has not been possible to introduce it into
the Community College. We hope to rectify this next year.
Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinator: Sarah submitted her
report “Operation Lacho” which details aspects of sneak in
burglaries & preventative measures. For advice and assistance
contact Sarah Norman NHW Liaison Officer on 01325 742755
Finances: Chairman reaffirmed that this year has seen an
increase in our costs just to hold these meetings and to exist as
a NHW (we are a totally Voluntary Group). The Executive has
made a big effort to give us breathing space for the next few
years and to consider alternative ways of seeking running costs
as we are no longer able to carry on as before. He said we have
achieved this principally from the Raffle and thanked members
for their endorsement of their Executive’s recommendations.
Community Force: Tim Spearey submitted his report detailing
call outs, patrols, house calls, initiatives and other Community
Force activities in the village.
Security/Local Services Exhibition Sat. 19th July. Chairman
reported event very poorly attended by public. Subsequently
reviewed by Executive, who unanimously agreed to recommend
we should not pursue this type of activity in future. Panel
members present endorsed decision.
Village Raffle Chairman reported that following a lot of hard
work by a few of our “team” (singling out the Vice Chairman for
special mention), this has been a very successful venture. He
expressed the Panel’s thanks for the generosity of several local
businesses. However it should be noted many did not choose to
contribute. Chairman recorded his thanks & that of the Panel to
our Mayor, Linda Maddison who with husband John gave up
considerable time on Saturday to sell many tickets during the
Show, before carrying out the actual draw. £1156 was raised - a
magnificent result. Being a joint venture with First Responders
this sum will be shared equally between them & our Panel.
Sedgefield Show Chairman informed members that at the
Executive meeting (24 th July), difficulties experienced in
continuing to raise funds by this mechanism were discussed at
great length. Executive recommended to the Panel that we no
longer seek to raise funds via the Show, that this should be our
last Show and that they should be allowed to explore other more
amenable methods to meet running costs. Panel members present
endorsed this decision with a show of hands. Due to the special
efforts of Sheila Ewebank, Enid Hillerby, Phyllis Hillerby,
Jeanette Garbutt & several other members, £331.67 was raised
Winterton Estate At the last Executive meeting it was agreed
that in practice there could be no further progress with
activities on the new estate until a local Co-ordinator &
volunteers could be found. This view was proposed to
members present who approved .
Raffle held after meeting raised £30 and C/man & Vice
C/man proposed to donate this money to the charity of choice
of Mr Rod Walker to thank him for the kind loan of his stall
for the Show. This was approved. Rod chose to support the
Mayor’s Charity (local elderly groups & the local Alzheimer
organisation).
Next Meeting:Tuesday 14th Oct at 7pm in Parish Hall
The Meeting Date for the rest of the year 2003
will be 9th DECEMBER
The Crime figures for this month can be found on page 6
FOUND
in North End, Sedgefield
on Monday 18th August
1 good quality
motorcycle security chain
Please contact Ken Saiger on 01740 621896
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PC Todd reports
Would you like a say in running your local hospital?
Firstly I’d like to thank everyone
who visited my stall at Sedgefield
Show. I’m glad to say no damage
was caused to my Police car after
lots of youngsters had the chance to
climb in and out, use the siren AND
flash the lights!
Our local rural area may be a bit
safer, now that more farmers are
aware of, and have signed up to my
Farm Watch initiative. Please
contact me if you’d like more
information on that.
An outside shed in Naylor Road was
broken into recently, and a pressure
washer and the contents of the
freezer stolen, so do please make
sure your outbuildings are securely
locked. Also, on the Trading Estate a
car was abandoned when 2 persons
were seen taking diesel from a
parked HGV. They ran away across
the fields, leaving car and pumping
equipment behind.
I hope they had a long walk home!
Bye for now,
Keith.
(NHW)
North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Trust is bidding to become one of the
first NHS Foundation Trusts. One of the best things about becoming a
Foundation Trust is the chance for local people, patients and staff to
have more of a say in the running of their local hospital, by signing up
as a member of the Trust (like a co-op or mutual building society).
This will mean we are ‘owned’ by local people rather than Government,
with the members making decisions about changes and developments to
their local hospital. Other benefits include greater freedom from
Government control and the opportunity to obtain further funding by
borrowing, e.g. to build new theatres and buy medical equipment.
If the Trust is successful in becoming an NHS Foundation Trust it will
be run by an elected Members’ Council, the majority being patients or
members of the public. Members will elect the Members’ Council and
will also be asked for their views on developing services at the Trust’s
two hospitals in Stockton and Hartlepool and its community hospital in
Peterlee. They would also be kept up to date about what is going on at
the hospital.
North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Trust Chief Executive Joan Rogers
said: “We are already a three star hospital and by becoming a
Foundation Trust I believe we’ll be able to provide even better care for
our patients. This is a real opportunity for anyone who is served by our
hospitals or who works at them, to get more involved in the running of
their local hospital. Patients, local people and staff have a wealth of
experience and knowledge that I’m sure could play a valuable part in
helping us deliver the best possible health care in the future.”
Over the next few months the Trust will be talking to local groups
about how it thinks the new NHS Foundation Trust should be run.
In Sedgefield, there will be a display at the Farmers’ Market, to recruit
members and to give people the chance to talk to Trust representatives
about their plans. If you live in the area and are interested in becoming
a member please complete and return the coupon below.
Road Safety Group
In May 2001 residents of White
House Drive were becoming
extremely concerned regarding the
increased volume of parked traffic
and the increase in speeding in the
area of White House Drive,
predominantly caused by people
visiting Bell’s Store.
Residents were also concerned at the
way that vehicles were being parked
whilst their drivers, many of them
Sedgefield residents, were visiting
Bell’s Stores, often parking so that
footpaths and drive accesses were
blocked. Even dropped kerbs,
specifically set up for the use of
disabled persons, were being
obstructed.
There have been a few improvements, specifically the construction
of bollards, installed to stop people
parking outside the shop, and
dropped kerbs and double yellow
lines are now clearly marked, but
some people still try! The Road
Safety Group is keen to hear your
views on this issue.
Please write, c/o The Editor,
Sedgefield News, marked for the
Attention of the Road Safety Group
I would be interested in finding out more about becoming a
member of North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Trust if it
becomes a Foundation Trust.
Name…………………………………………………………………
Address………………………………………………………………….
……………………………………………Post code………………….
Email address……………………………………………………………
Daytime telephone no…………………………………………………
Mobile telephone number………………………………………………
Please return the completed form to:
Communications Department, FREEPOST NAT 3771,
North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Trust,
University Hospital of Hartlepool,
Holdforth Rd, Hartlepool, TS24 9AH
Alternatively, email the Trust at communications@nth.nhs.uk
or telephone the Trust on 01429 522498.
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Made in Mordon - a very special present
In January we were invited to a family
wedding in Florida. We’d never even
considered visiting the USA - too far
away! But after much cogitation the
flights were booked. So, what to get for
a present? It had to be personal, elegant
and unique, so we decided to create a
Tiffany-style lamp especially for them.
Their address is Red Bug Lake Road,
so naturally we looked for a design with
red bugs! Having found one featuring
dragonflies, we visited the stained glass
studio for the necessary supplies and
construction began! Finally complete,
the lamp was safely sent off in thick
The ‘Red Bug’ Lamp - made in polystyrene (thanks to Basil Watson for
the advice). Our flight was fine and we
arrived in time for the great day.
The ceremony was in the
Methodist Church in Winter Park, a
beautiful small town north of
Orlando, a splendid affair, with a
gorgeous bride! It started by the
light of candles situated at the end
of the pews and, how’s this for a
romantic finishing touch? As the
couple left the church the groom
lifted the lid of a heart-shaped box
he was holding, & out flew a dove!
The reception was in ‘Disney’s
Magic Kingdom’, some 40 miles
away. After a wonderful evening, the Bride and Groom left in
Cinderella’s Crystal Coach, pulled by six white ponies. A truly magical
experience!
Bett & John Parkinson.
Sedgefield Village Neighbourhood Watch
Crime figures
This
Month
Nil
First
½ Year
5
2002
Jul/Aug
Nil
1
5
Nil
1
6
4
Crime Drugs
Nil
2
Nil
Theft from Motor Vehicles
Nil
1
Nil
Theft of Motor Vehicles
Nil
1
Nil
Taking & Driving Away
Nil
0
Nil
Vehicle Interference
Nil
2
Nil
Assaults
2
7
Nil
Criminal damage
1
11
1
Theft
1
13
Nil
TOTAL
6
53
5
Youths Causing
Annoyance
Burglary Non Dwelling
Burglary Dwelling
Are there any budding
journalists, photographers or
poets out there?
We welcome new contributors,
& though we can’t guarantee to
include every item we receive,
we do encourage you to try.
The Game of Chess
By Alf Smith
Chess…...A game of masters
That pawns too can play
Some time you lose
Or it may well be your day
The lady’s the greatest
But it’s the king who’s the chap
And the aim of the game
Is for his lordship to trap
The knights on their horses
Trample all under foot
And if you’re a poor little prawn
Then you’re in a deep rut
The castle is there
With the bishop in tow
But it’s hard on your pieces
When there’s no place to go
So stick to it and try,
You may well get by and your life
will be richer and great
Just beware of the Queen
Who’s a sneaky old bitch
Who will try if she can
To CHECKMATE!
Mordon Rocks!
Saturday night dancing in the village hall, to local band,
‘Last Orders’ - proving you don’t
HAVE to cross the Atlantic for a fabulous night out!
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Lifelong Learning - Bitesize & beyond
I hope you enjoyed the Bitesize
Courses during August. If you
didn’t attend one, don’t worry we’ll continue them for the rest
of the year, so if you would like
to try one, do get in touch
The Learning Fayre mentioned
last month, will now take place
on 6th September, a lot of
exhibitors not being able to make
the August date. It will be in the
Parish Hall from 10am - 4pm.
So what’s it all about, I hear you
ask? Well, Learning Fayre gives
you the chance to talk to training
providers and see what courses
are on offer. It’s not just serious
educational stuff - there are
courses to suit all interests and
pastimes. Come and register your
interest or enrol for a course - the
choice is yours. It should be a fun
filled day. There’s a Games
Workshop Tournament based
on Lord of the Rings. People who
attended the Bitesize courses can
put all they learned to the test, in
a battle for tournament champion.
They win some goodies, too!
The BBC Radio Cleveland bus
will be there so you can see how
they transmit for radio or get
involved in a live transmission
from the Fayre. There will be
short activities for you to take
part in throughout the day, so not
only informative, but fun as well.
This is what learning should be.
If you would like information on
Learning, Careers or need job
advice, come and see me at the
Advice and Information Centre,
tel: 629011, where we have a
wide range of resources available
for you to use.
We offer advice and support
through a number of affiliated
organisations.
Bob Harris
Can we help?
The resources of the
Sedgefield Development
Partnership Office can be
used by other groups &
organisations.
If you think we may
be able to help, please
don’t hesitate to ask.
We have Overhead & Video
Projectors, Laminator,
Portable Display Panels,
and many other items.
Prices for hire are very
reasonable.
We also have Learning
Material for Key Stages
1, 2 & 3 and GCSE
Contact us at the Advice &
Information Centre
Tel: 629011
at Hardwick Hall Hotel
on Tuesday 16th September, starting at 7.30pm
Light refreshments provided
Meet specialists from organisations which can help your group
Get advice on dealing with the media
See what’s going on at the Sports College
Find out about changes in Grants & Funding
Chat to people from other clubs & voluntary groups
If you would like to attend, please return the reply slip below, by 12 noon on Friday 12th
September, to Sedgefield Development Partnership, The Advice & Information Centre
or Telephone 629011
I/We would like to attend the SDP Open Meeting on 16th September
Name (s)……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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Sun shines on Historic Show
th
Sedgefield Civic Trust Floral Awards
The 150 Sedgefield Show was held in glorious
This year the main awards are as follows:
sunshine on the Robert Brown Showfield, with
Category A - Commercial Properties
thousands of visitors enjoying the attractions.
The George Robinson Trophy:
This show is one of those occasions when many
1st place: The Golden Lion Hotel.
people see friends perhaps not seen since the last
2nd place, the Nags Head & 3rd, the Dun Cow Inn.
show. A good chance to catch up on all the
Category B - Private Properties within Conservation Area
news!
The Doris Etherington Cup:
Tents for Horticulture, Poultry, Pigeons, Rabbits
1st
place:
Mr
& Mrs T Stringwell of Coach Cottage
& Cavies, Farm Produce and Crafts were well
2nd place, Mr & Mrs G Burns of 18 East End
supported, and the Ladies’ tent had its usual
3rd
place, Mr & Mrs L Mitchell of 1 Stockton Road
excellent displays of handicrafts, paintings,
decorated sticks, cakes, photographs and painted
Category C - Private Properties, Northern Section
eggs. There were also some good entries from
The Monica Cunningham Cup:
children. This year, a display of old Show photos
1st place: Mr & Mrs N Daniels of 2 Beech Oval
and cuttings proved very interesting to visitors.
2nd place, Mr R Bell of 10 Rowan Oval
Outside you could watch horses and ponies
3rd place, Mr & Mrs K Saiger of 14 Kerr Crescent
being judged, the Open Dog Show and the very
Category D - Private Properties, Southern Section
popular dog agility competitions, or patronise
The Monica Waters Cup:
the many trade stands. The Birds of Prey
1st place: Mr & Mrs H Allenson of 50 Spring Lane
attracted the crowds, especially with their
Joint 2nd place:
interesting flying display, and when South
Mr & Mrs L Hartgrove of 59 Station Road
Durham Hunt asked if any children would like to
and Mr & Mrs R Wright of 61 Station Road
stroke the hounds, you couldn’t see them for the
3rd place: Mrs M Galley of 1 Hadleigh Close
throng!
A further 17 properties were
The Vintage Tractors were a magnificent sight,
Highly Commended or Commended
especially driving round the ring, and Brian
Our
thanks
are due to Mrs Cynthia Scott, who judged
Thompson’s winning exhibit was awarded the
the competition and found that there were many more
new trophy donated by ‘Carpets at Home’. A
gardens worthy of praise than the number of awards
wonderful day was rounded off with the pony
that could be given.
sports and trophy presentations by Mrs Haggie,
Two
further
awards
will be announced at the
President, whose late father, Capt. Edward
Presentation
Evening
on September 5 th.
Ramsden was a former president of the Show.
With music from Trimdon Concert Brass,
The Civic Trust thanks all those who help make
complete with a surprise special guest
Sedgefield so attractive.
appearance from Eric Richards, a full day of
sunshine and a happy crowd, you couldn’t have Cook’s Corner: Plum, Orange & Walnut Jam
wished for a better atmosphere. By the time the
An unusual and tasty use for a lovely Autumn crop
field was cleaned up on Sunday morning (just as
1.4kg / 3lbs Plums, 2 Oranges, 225grams / 8oz Walnuts
the storm broke!) a very tired but happy
1.1kg / 2.5lbs preserving sugar
committee felt very pleased with the way the
Small cup water,
show had gone and the pleasure it had given to
Method
so many people.
Wash fruit. Stone plums & tie stones in muslin.
The Committee would like to thank everyone
Cut oranges in half, squeeze out juice &
who supported or helped the show in any way.
mince or finely chop the peel.
Put
plums,
oranges, juice & stones in pan, bring to
Sedgefield Cemetery Notice
the boil and simmer, stirring occasionally,
The Town Council is to carry out their 6 monthly
until fruit is soft - about 1 hour.
safety test on the headstones in the Cemetery.
Warm sugar in slow oven. Prepare clean jars and dry in
Unfortunately, all memorials which fail
coolest part of oven, then roughly chop the walnuts.
the test must be laid down.
Add sugar to pan, stir until dissolved, bring back to boil &
add walnuts. Boil rapidly to setting point.
If you would like to advertise in Sedgefield
Fill
jars
to the brim, and put on well fitting wax circles
News, you will find our rates very reasonable.
(wax side down) to seal the jam from the atmosphere.
Simply contact us at 629011 for a chat.
Allow to cool completely before fitting lids.
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Sedgefield News
“Speeding or not speeding” - that is the question
It appears things are no longer
what they seem in this day and
age. To catch someone speeding,
the Authority must display the
correct signs. The fact that the
camera is working correctly has
no bearing on the facts. What on
earth has background colour, or
the fact that there is a black band
around the full sign, to do with
the speed of the vehicle?
Nothing! But unless everything is
absolutely perfect down to the
most minute detail, the criminal
can get away with it, even
murder, providing they employ
the correct legal advice. The fact
that they don’t contest the issue
in question (ie speeding) has no
bearing on the case.
What next, I ask myself? Perhaps
incorrect dress, a button loose, no
tie? That has as much bearing on
the case as the sign being to the
wrong specification. One would
have thought the presence of a
picture of the camera and the
50mph maximum speed
indicator, would mean that the 2
policemen brought to court for
the offence of speeding should
have been able to interpret the
pictures correctly.
On the other hand, perhaps our
Sergeant Trotter has done the
Agricultural Show Committee a
favour. By instructing them to
have the correct signage and
trained traffic operators, he may
just have saved them a fortune.
Supposing there had been an
accident and their Insurance
Company had thrown out any
claim because they were not
operating within the regulations whose fault would it have been
then?
It seems to me that the only
people who receive punishment
today are the victims. No
provision is made to help them!
Defend their property and they
can be sued for using excessive
force, or using the wrong type of
defence if they use barbed wire.
The list goes on.
But whose fault is it? It is ours the majority, because we are so
complacent. We won’t stand up
and be counted, relying on other
people to do it. We can complain
all right, but then we sit back and
wait for things to happen.
The old question, so often heard “Why don’t they do something
about it?” should be rephrased to
“Why don’t I do something about
it?” or better still - “Why don’t
WE do something about it?”
Take the last issue of this
magazine, in which Timothy
Jasper suggested an Anti DogDirt Day. I thought it a very good
suggestion, but has anyone come
forward to organize it?
So how about it, folks?
Let’s all do something positive!
David Hillerby
A tribute to Gill Mulliner
The whole of Sedgefield
Community Hospital was in
mourning at the end of July for
Gill Mulliner (nee Goode), who
was a valued work colleague and a
very close and dear friend.
Gill died very suddenly at home in
the early hours of Sunday 20 th July.
It was exactly 1 year to the day
since she helped us move into the
new hospital. She was only 36, and
leaves behind her husband Alan
and 3 year old son Lewis, her
mum, step-dad, gran and her
brother and his family. She will be
very sadly missed both in her
home and work circles.
Although Gill was brought up in
Fishburn and of late had moved to
Wynyard Village, she spent much
of her youth in and around
Sedgefield. At the age of 17, Gill
started as a YTS trainee in the
Occupational Therapy Department
at Sedgefield Hospital. She was
still here 19 years later, having
given a wealth of knowledge,
talent, kindness and compassion to
numerous patients along the way.
Gill’s colleagues in the OT
Department would like to thank
everyone for all their kind
thoughts, support and donations.
Any monies given are to be put
towards buying a memorial for the
hospital gardens – a feature which
can be enjoyed by staff and
patients alike, and which will serve
as a lasting tribute to a very special
lady. Rest in peace, Gill.
Madge Rodman, a ‘Wilkie’s’ stalwart
The name of Madge Rodnam (nee Dove) will be well
known to this area’s ‘bus’ community, and they will
be sad to hear that another of the team has passed on.
Madge, of Bishop Middleham, died in May.
She worked for a number of years during the fifties,
in the Wilkinson’s office in Sedgefield and was
always efficient and unfailingly cheerful.
Madge had 4 daughters who between them provided
her with ten much loved grandchildren.
May she rest in peace.
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September DIARY
Announcements on this page are free to
non-commercial organisations
Local History Society
Promenade Concert
Monday 1st September
7.45 pm in Ceddesfeld Hall
by the City of Sunderland
Millennium Orchestral Society
Local Historian &
Newcastle City Guide,
Ian McVicar
will talk about
"Industry on Tyneside"
at West Park Church
(next to Park Lane Interchange)
Further information from
Judith Edgoose on 620244
Guests & new members welcome
Sedgefield Garden Society
Tuesday 2nd September
at 7.30pm in Ceddesfeld Hall
Autumn and Winter Colour
by Dianne Nichol-Brown
& Saturday 20th September
Trip to Harlow Carr
RHS Garden
near Harrogate
£5.50 incl. entrance
Numbers are limited, so please
ring 620467 or contact a
committee member
Sedgefield W.I.
Wed 3rd September at 7.15pm
in Sedgefield Parish Hall
“Vegetarian Cookery”
by Mr John Roughley
The Competition for members
is “Two Cheese Scones”
Visitors Welcome: Entrance £1
The Sedgefield Stagger
The British Heart Foundation
Sponsored Walk
3.5 mile circular route, in
Hardwick Park at 10.30am
on Sunday 7th September
Information/Sponsor forms from
Andrea Pearson - 01642 360603
or email: region1@bhf.org.uk
BHF generously assisted
our First Responder group
to purchase their defibrillator
Saturday 13th September
at 7.30pm
Tickets from 0191 5342413
Sedgefield Lyrics Youth
Choir & ‘Old’ Friends
invite you to
a very informal concert on
Sunday 14th September at 8pm
in Ceddesfeld Hall
Sedgefield Cricket Club
Fixtures
Home matches in September
‘A’ Division
Sat 13th - v Etherley
‘B’ Division
Sat 6th - v Langley Park
& the Presentation Night
is on Friday September 19th
Sedgefield Cricket Club
Folk & Live Music Night
Sedgefield
Family History Group
on Saturday 20th September
at 8pm features
Lindisfarne lead singer
Billy Mitchell as well as
Tremor, John Weighall,
The John Wrightson Band
& Kate Gormley
Monday 15th September
in Ceddesfeld Hall at 7.45pm.
Admission £7 by ticket only
(Buffet included) Tel 621347
Mrs Beatrice Wilson on
“My Victorian Family”
Cricket Club Quiz
The season kicks off on Oct. 4th
Entrance £2 - paid at the door
New members always welcome
Tai Chi Beginners Course
starts at
Sedgefield Community College
on Monday 15th September
& runs for 15 weeks
from 7.30 - 8.30pm
To book a place contact Joe Harte
on 629452 or e-mail
hartejoe@hotmail.com
Ferryhill, Sedgefield
& District Flower Club
A demonstration by
Carol Grieves of Brompton
“My Dreams Thru’ Flowers”
th
Tuesday 16 September
at 7-30pm in the Parish Hall
Everyone welcome
28th Sedgefield Drama
Festival of One Act Plays
Tues 23rd to Sat 27th September
10 plays from 7 different groups
Tickets £5 & £4.50 per night
Season tickets £15 & £13.50
from Selections, Members of the
Players or by telephoning 620091
Age Concern
A presentation of
Your Rights &
Entitlements
by Veronica Lewis
Tuesday 30th September
starting at 10am
at the Pop-In Club in
Ceddesfeld Hall
The W.I. Market
th
Re-opens Friday 5 Sept in the Parish Hall from 9.30-11am
Cakes, pastries, preserves, handmade cards, crafts, EE Eggs,
plants and garden produce. Tea & Coffee served
We would love to see YOU!
Your Letters
Dear Editor,
I was delighted to see a
community newsletter affording
space to issues like broadband
internet access in your article
“ADSL (BROADBAND) Don’t get left behind!”
(Sedgefield News, July 2003 )
Despite all the high tech and
futuristic jargon that often
accompanies articles about this
fast moving area, it is entirely
appropriate that it gets an airing
at community level and that
people living in a rural
environment are brought ‘into the
loop’ in discussions about its
development and availability.
In fact, it was because of the rural
nature of County Durham - and in
some cases, the relative isolation
of whole communities - that
Durham County Council has been
actively involved in a number of
projects to accelerate provision
and availability of broadband
services for communities in the
Sedgefield area and the rest of the
County.
In partnership with Derwentside
District Council we have been
designing and building
DurhamNet - a broadband
network that will provide fast,
affordable, high capacity broadband internet access for County
Durham. Working through a
network of ‘hubs’ at key
locations, DurhamNet delivers
broadband provision via high
speed radio technology to rural
communities often ‘too small’ for
traditional telecommunication
companies to consider.
In Sedgefield area, the NetPark
science park currently being
developed will be used as the hub
from which broadband can be
delivered into local schools,
community facilities, businesses
and homes. The first building the NetPark Institute - and along
with it, broadband provision,
should be ready by April ‘04.
In addition , the County Council
is leading a regional initiative to
ensure that all of the region’s
telephone exchanges are enabled
to deliver ADSL broadband, the
standard product offered by BT
and other internet service
providers. Funding from One
Northeast and the E.U. will
support the initiative.
In common with a large number
of exchanges in the County,
Sedgefield was not allocated a
trigger level by BT due to its
rural nature. The County Council
entered into discussions with BT,
which helped to influence their
national strategy, resulting in a
number of exchanges in the
County being allocated ‘trigger
levels’. Sedgefield exchange is
one of these and was allocated a
trigger level of 500. Within the
last few days, I understand that
trigger level has been reached.
From here it normally takes
around three months for an
exchange to be upgraded.
Clearly, the greater the level of
interest from potential
subscribers, the greater the
urgency BT might attach to the
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process, so I would still advise
interested readers to register at
www.bt.com/broadband.
In the meantime, I applaud the
interest shown by your magazine
and your correspondent Paddy
Duffy in this subject, in alerting
potential broadband subscribers
to the paths open to them.
Durham County Council shares
your concerns and is continuing
to work hard through the
initiatives I have mentioned to
ensure that fast, affordable and
high capacity broadband internet
access is available to whole
communities, however rural or
remote they may be.
Ken Manton
Dear Editor
The players and everyone
involved with running the
Sedgefield Hope Inn Football
Club would like to thank Alan
and Lynne from Carpets at Home
for their sponsorship of the
forthcoming season - and
hopefully many more.
They have bought the team a new
kit and given £100 for new equipment. Their sponsorship is a
major help to us, and as the team
wanted to give something
positive back to the community,
we have agreed to hold events to
raise money for local charities .
Thanks also to Jean Brown,
landlady of the Hope Inn, for
paying our pitch fee of £250 and
providing food for all the players
after our home games.
David Ryder and Ian Green
From the Editor:
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