Tower and tap dec 2012

December 2012 - January 2013

South Marston
Youth Club
TOWER
&
wins
TAP
Chairman's
cup
South Marston's monthly newsletter

Organisers Julie Hatherall and Sammy Hiscocks, centre, show off the
award with kids from the South Marston Youth Club see page 18

INSIDE Tower&Tap
A VILLAGE youth club hit with closure fears in
the summer has been named as the most Church News ...3-6
successful club in Wiltshire this year.
Bell Ringers wanted...13
The South Marston Youth Club, which is held 100 Club Winners...15
every other Monday and Friday, for children
aged eight to 11 and 12 to 16, has won the Christmas puzzle...16
Youth Action Wiltshire Chairman’s Cup 2012.
continued on page 18

DECEMBER 2012

Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun
1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Youth Club Tots ‘n’ SME Group Wheelie Bins Christmas
(12-18) Toddlers 19.30-21:00 Mixed Plastics Meeting Point
18:30-20:30 9.00-11.00 Venue tbc Green Waste 10:00-12.30
Village Hall Village Hall Village Hall

Saturday
Scene
16:00-17:15
Village Hall
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Friendly Club Tots ‘n’ Quiz Night at Youth Club
14:00-16:00 Toddlers Carriers (8-11)
Village Hall 9.00-11.00 Arms 18:30-20:00
Village Hall Village Hall

SMRA Meeting
19:30 -21:30
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
Youth Club Parish Tots ‘n’ Wheelie Bins
(12-18) Council Toddlers Mixed Plastics
18:30-20:30 Meeting 9.00-11.00 Green Waste
Village Hall 19.30 Village Hall

24 25 26 27 28 29 30
Christmas Christmas
Eve Day

2 http://southmarston.org.uk

Dear Friends
I have been searching out Christmas presents to give and the
bright and sparkly things in the shop bring all kinds of thoughts to
my head. The recession takes its toll and the decision to give and
what to give can cause concern. And yet there is no doubt that if
we keep in mind the reason for the season then our hearts are
warmed by the thought of giving something to our loved ones.
There's an old saying which says:
The secret of living is not in the keeping but in the giving
For only what we give away,
enriches us from day to day,
and only when we learn to love
will man find peace with God above
The amazing events at Bethlehem on that first Christmas continue
to remind us of the truths which are important for our lives and well
being. God loves the world enough to give but do we love enough
to give?
There is a danger of restricting giving to family and friends and to
be caught up in materialism and the commercialism of Christmas
that ultimately leads to self-centredness. Its so easy to forget those
who will be cold, homeless, hungry, refugees or living in war torn
places this Christmastide.
We are fortunate in this country, that perhaps we should thank God
for his generosity to us by giving to others in need through aid
organisations or to his church so that we can continue to
experience the care the church gives in all the changing scenes of
life.
George and I wish you every blessing for Christmas and the New
Year.
Rev. Vicky Flemming
Priest in Charge

Christmas at South Marston Church
22nd 5pm Carols and Village Nativity on the Glebe
Come dress as angels,shepherds,kings,or any of the characters for
the nativity story
23rd Nine Lessons and Carols with mince pies and mulled wine
Christmas Eve
4pm Christingle Service raising funds for The Children's Society
11.30pm The First Communion of Christmas
Christmas Day
10am Family Communion at St. Margaret's Swindon
If you would like to make a special donation towards the Church Fabric this
Christmas you will find an envelope enclosed which may be bought to any
Christmas Service or handed to Rev. Vicky Fleming, Donald Page

The Meeting Point
Coffee morning with table top sales
(All the tables have been booked for December—you may book for
January—free Telephone Vicky Fleming 827021)
Scouts post and stamps (25p) available
Come and enjoy good company and refreshments.
8th December
From 10am until 1pm with a visit from Father Christmas
12th January
from 10am -12.30 In the Village Hall
South Marston Church serving the community


'Craft Company' We will be meeting in Mary Cooper's
house on Wednesday 11th December in Dryden
House, and 9th January at 12noon meeting at
Blunsdon House for lunch. More details contact Vicky
Fleming

Saturday Scene for young families
meets on
8th December for our Christmas Party and
12th January in the Village Hall 4pm to 5.15pm
ns Contact Donald Page on 825693
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GIFTS
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Bargin

Polite Notice-Parking on the Glebe
When thinking of about
Please do not park on the Glebe
Christmas gifts don't
grass as the ground is too wet.After
forget that South
so much care has been put into
Marston Church Tea
making it look good it would be sad
towels are still on sale.
to see it chewed up by tyres
£3.50 or 2 for £6 and 4
for £10 Thank you - Rev.Vicky Flemming
and the Church Wardens

We are taking bookings for 2014 now...as we get very
booked up to avoid disappointment please contact:
Rev. Vicky Flemming for details as soon as possible

CHURCH SERVICES FOR
SOUTH MARSTON

All#services#at#South#Marston#unless#otherwise#stated#
2nd##December# 11.00am# Family#Service#
9th###December# ###9.30am# Holy#Communion#
16 th#December# ###9.30am# Morning#Worship#
23rd#December# ###8.00am# Holy#Communion#
###6.00pm# Lessons#&#Carols#
24th#December# ###4.00pm# Christingle#
#11.30pm# Holy#Communion#
25th##December# ####8.00am# Holy#Communion#
##10.00am# Family#
#at#St.#Margaret’s# Communion#
30th##December# ##10.00am# Team#Service#
at#St.Margaret’s#
6th####January#2013# ##11.00am# Family#Service#
13th#January# #####9.30am# Holy#Communion#
20th#January# ###11.00am# Team#Service#
at#Coleview#
27th#January# #####8.00am# Holy#Communion#
#
SOUTH MARSTON ENTERPRISE GROUP

We are a friendly social group that meet to talk about all things
business related. Regular meetings are held on the 1st Thursday
of every month, 7.30pm-9pm.
We chat around business related topics and enjoy some nibbles
and a drink. Anyone with an interest in business enterprise is
welcome to come along and join in.
Future topics include: a pub quiz, keeping up to date with social
media and finding out about acupuncture.
Contact Hazel Andrews by e-mail hazel@acuhome.co.uk or
017938275507 for further details.

!


Allotment Site Update
South Marston Parish Council together with Stratton St Margaret
Parish are intending to work together to expand the South Marston
Parish Council allotment site on Highworth Road. The plot of land,
formally the home of the gliding club, is leased from Honda and
approximately 40% has remained unused for the past 25 years.
Some 20 or more 10x10 plots could be feasilbe if the land can be
cleared. Sample excavations on the site have shown good quality
top soil. However, the area is covered in thick bramble that inhibits
a detailed survey.
This may involve excavation of founfations from the ex-gliding club.
Excavation may uncover a water connection that could be
reconnected, though at cost. This has potential for the future but
reconnection would need deepere investigation as to costs.
Strattan St Margaret Parish Council has their own ground work
equipment and work force. All work to be funded by, and carried
out by Strattan St Margaret Parish Councils man power and
equipment, at no cost to South Marston Parish Council.
A date for clearance work has been suggested for the 10th
December 2012 and is expeccted to last 2 days.
Letters will be sent to all allotment tenants and householders
bordering the site informing them about the clearance work and the
expanded site.
Parish Councillor Vacancy
South Marston Parish Council currently has a vacancy on the Parish
Council.

If you would like to know more about becoming a Parish Councillor and
would be interested in joining the team, please contact the Parish Clerk
on 01793 820529 or email: clerksmpc@aol.com.
Please note that Parish Council meetings are held the third Tuesday of
the month at 7.30pm in the Village Hall.


HGV's Driving Through the Village
The Parish Council are aware that there are HGV's ignoring
weight limit signs, driving through the village. We are trying to
collect evidence to pass on to Wiltshire Police who may be
able to find an appropriate solution to the problem. Please
don't assume other people are reporting the problem. We need you to
contact us if you have any information that may be of use. Please pass
this on to the Parish Clerk either via email(clerksmpc@aol.com) or by
telephoning 01793820529. Thank you

Parish Council Meetings
Members of the public are welcome to attend Parish Council meetings
which are held on the third Thuesday ofthe month, at 7.30pm in the
Village hall. There is an "Open 10 Minutes" section at the start of the
meeting where you are invited to ask questions or discuss an agenda
item. It would be helpful if you could inform the Chairman at the start of
the meeting of any items that you wish to raise or discuss. All agendas
are published on the village website and on the vilalge notice boards,
prior to the meetings.
To be keep informed of all the latest Parish Council Meeting news,
including the minutes of Parish Council meetings, please
visit.southmarston.org.uk and visit the 'Parish Council' section


SOUTH MARSTON YOUTH CLUB

For more details please contact Julie or Steve Hatherall,
e-mail: hatherall24@yahoo.co.uk tel: 07923 441 296
Monday Youth Club is from 18:30 - 20:30 in the Village Hall
Friday Youth Club is from 18:00 - 20.00

Fri$ 30$Nov$ $ Fri$ 22$Feb$ $ Fri$ 17$May$
Mon$ 03$Dec$ $ Mon$ 25$Feb$ $ Mon$ 20$May$
Fri$ 14$Dec$ $ Fri$ 08$Mar$ $ Mon$ 03$Jun$
Mon$ 17$Dec$ $ Mon$ 11$Mar$ $ Fri$ 14$Jun$
Fri$ 11$Jan$ $ Fri$ 22$Mar$ $ Mon$ 17$Jun$
Mon$ 14$Jan$ $ Mon$ 08$Apr$ $ Fri$ 28$Jun$
Fri$ 25$Jan$ $ Fri$ 19$Apr$ $ Mon$ 01$Jul$
Mon$ 28$Jan$ $ Mon$ 22$Apr$ $ Fri$ 12$Jul$
Fri$ 08$Feb$ $ Fri$ 03$May$ $ Mon$ 15$July$

! !
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HOME TUTORING
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early'years'foundation'stage'of' Fully qualified
learning'followed''
primary teacher
!Safe'and'comfortable'environment'
!One'to'one'care'and'learning'
offering home tutoring
opportunities'for'your'child'as' at competitive prices.
well'as'social'interaction'with'
other'children'' Maths from KS1 to GCSE
!I'have'access'to'government' (£25 - £30 / hour)
funded'baby'and'toddler'groups'
!Competitive'prices'' Literacy KS1 and KS2
!Flexible'working'hours''include' (£25 / hour)
early''morning''
!New'college'and'surrounding' Full CRB certificate
areas'of'
Swindon'
Kirsty Feline BSc
For more information
(Mathematics) PGCE
please call:
01793 619146 !Tel:!07855!099086!
or visit:
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!

Good
0"14%years% Ofsted
2011

White Cottage Pre-school & Nursery%
Flexible funded sessions 15 hrs
(Alternately 20 hrs FREE 9am -1pm)

!Breakfast%Club%&%Driving%drop%offs%%
!After%school%club%&%Driving%Collections%%

!Holiday%Club%(Swimming,%horse%riding........)%

Free%Registration%
www.whitecottagenursery.co.uk!

!

info@whitecottagenursery.co.uk
Even Swindon Community Centre Old Vicarage Lane
Jenning Street South Marston
Rodbourne Swindon
Wiltshire SN2 3BG Wiltshire SN3 4SH


Allsorts at
South Marston Primary
School on Friday’‛s 9.00 –
10.00am (term time only)

Children aged 0-under 5 years,
enjoy various activities with your
children including craft, messy fun
and games, look forward to seeing
you - drop in sessions, no need to
book. 50p per family

Phone Saplings 01793-829996 for more information

Saplings Childrens Centre, Delamere Drive, Stratton St Margaret, Swindon, SN3 4XE 01793 829996


Give Us A Ring

Your local bell ringers are looking for new
members!

Bell ringing is an eco-friendly team activity that is open to
everyone. It stimulates the brain and helps keep you fit,
while making a glorious sound. In learning to ring you will
be part of a global group of friends, start a lifelong
learning experience, maintain a traditional skill, serve
your community and possibly get the opportunity to visit
some amazing places!

For more information please contact:
Tower Captain – Darran Ricks 07964 708730


Congratulations to this month's
CONGRATULATIONS

100 Club Winners!
!
No. 49 £10 Jill Comley
No. 73 £10 Barbara Rudnik
No. 52 £10 Gladys Fitchett
No. 16 £10 R.T.Lewis

N EXT%MONTH ' S%TOP%PRIZE%WILL%BE% £100, %JUST%IN%TIME%
FOR% C HRISTMAS ! %
%
If#you#don't#have#a#100#Club#number#but#would#
like#to#have#one,#please#contact#Julie#Hatherall#
on#979287#or#Jenny#McEwen#on#825312#or##
Mary#Case#on#826038#
Lucky Programme.....unclaimed prize.
There#is#still#an#unclaimed#First#Prize#from#the#
Summer#Fete#Lucky#Programme,#for#£125#
#
If#you#have#this#programme,#please#contact#
Rachel#Case#on#07545#923021#to#claim#your#
prize!!!#
#
Many#thanks#to#our#collectors#and#distributors,#
Jill#Comley,#Rosemary#New,#Richard#Sansum,#
and#Jenny#McEwen,#who#enable#SMRA#to#make#
over#£700#a#year#from#the#100#Club#
Good#luck#for#next#month.#
#


! !!! !

Car & Van MOT - £45 10day free re-test
Motor Bike MOT - £29 10day free re-test
Servicing, Welding
Body Work, Mechanical
Accident Repairs
Restoration, Re-Spray
Upgrades, Body Kits
Brakes and maintenance checks
Open 8.00am – 5.30pm
Phone us on 01793 821360 or email mitch@mitchymotors.co.uk!

Address: Old Farm Barn, Nightingale Lane, South Marston,
SN3 4SL

Continued from page 1

South Marston Youth Club wins award
The$success$was$an$extra$special$achievement$for$the$club$
after$a$recent$appeal$for$adult$volunteers$to$help$keep$the$
Monday$youth$group$running$failed$to$attract$any$interest.$
$
But$the$club,$which$was$set$up$back$in$2007$by$husband$
and$wife$team$Julie$and$Steve$Hatherall,$has$continued$
thanks$to$the$dedication$of$the$couple.$
$
$
Youth$club$coEordinator$Julie$said:$“I$used$to$run$the$club$
on$a$Friday$and$my$husband$did$the$Monday$club$but$his$
work$commitments$meant$he$had$to$work$evenings$so$we$
needed$someone$to$take$his$place.$
$
“We$were$struggling$to$find$someone$to$do$it$regularly,$we$
put$out$lots$of$messages$for$people$to$take$over$but$we$
couldn’t$find$anyone$so$I$decided$to$take$it$on$as$well$as$
Fridays,$so$we$do$still$need$the$help$but$I$will$continue$to$
do$it$temporarily.$
$
“It’s$important$to$me$because$there$is$nothing$else$for$the$
children$to$do$in$the$village$and$it$would$be$such$a$shame$
if$it$had$to$close$because$of$the$adults.$The$children$come$
regularly$and$they$love$it.$We$set$the$club$up$and$we$want$
it$to$succeed,$we$don’t$want$to$close$it.$
$
$“Volunteers$don’t$need$any$experience$really,$we$didn’t$
have$any$when$we$set$it$up,$you$just$need$to$be$there$to$
make$sure$the$kids$are$playing$safely.”$
$
The$club$is$held$at$the$village$hall$and$attracts$about$25$
children$who$take$part$in$a$variety$of$activities$from$table$
tennis,$darts,$rounders,$arts$and$crafts$as$well$as$Nintendo$
Wii$games.$
$
The Parish Council are looking in to options for displaying their award in the Village Hall
along side photos and contributions from other village groups. Anyone interested in
contributing to the display contact Hannah Jones hannah.starquality@gmail.com.

JANUARY 2013

Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun
31 1 2 3 4 5 6
New Years SME Group Wheelie Bins
Day 19.30-21:00 Mixed Plastics
Venue tbc Green Waste

7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Friendly Club Tots ‘n’ Youth Club Meeting Point
14:00-16:00 Toddlers (8-11) 10:00-12.30
Village Hall 9.00-11.00 18:30-20:00 Village Hall
Saturday
Craft Company Scene
14:00 16:00-17:15
Village Hall
SMRA Meeting
19:30 -21:30
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Youth Club Parish Tots ‘n’ Wheelie Bins
(12-18) Council Toddlers Mixed Plastics
18:30-20:30 9.00-11.00 Green Waste
Meeting
19.30

21 22 23 24 25 26 27
Tots ‘n’ Quiz Night at Youth Club
Toddlers Carriers (8-11)
9.00-11.00 Arms 18:30-20:00

28 29 30 31
Youth Club Tots ‘n’
(12-18) Toddlers
18:30-20:30 9.00-11.00


Useful Contacts
http://southmarston.org.uk
Parish Council Chair Stuart Young T 828775
Parish Council Vice Chair Sylvia Brown T 823535
Clerk to the Parish Council Gemma Cheal T 820529
SMRA Chair Mary Case T 826038
SMRA Secretary Julie Hatherall T 07857 310624
Village Hall Bookings Julie Hatherall T 07857 310624
Football Field Bookings Chris Maull T 824505
Tots & Toddlers Rachel Case T 832719
Youth Club Julie & Steve T 07923 441296
Gardening Club Mike New T 827807
Friendly Club Brian McGlone T 826243
Spitfires Football Club Bev Maull T 824505
South Marston School Alison Lowe T 823379
Pre–School Pre-School Staff T 07847 590601
Saplings Children’s Centre (All Sorts) T 829996

Ward Councillors Russell Holland T 07999 566623
John Haines T 07901 534640
Colin Lovell T 321634
Member of Parliament Justin Tomlinson T 522123

Priest in Charge Vicky Fleming T 827021
Church Wardens Richard Sansum T 831473
Donald Page T 825693


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