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Established by 1897
The Community Newsletter for Much Marcle, Yatton, Rushall & Kynaston 50p
February 2013
Sponsored by: The Royal Oak Steakhouse & Pub, Much Marcle
Reports, articles and notices for the next issue to the Editor, please, by 15th February Email: [email protected] - or copy can be left at Much Marcle Shop
It’s behind you ..... actually it’s on page 3 for the
latest on the forthcoming peter Pan Pantomime.
Valentine’s Day is soon ..... so turn to page 2 to
learn how to get someone’s heart racing !
Is it true that the British are obsessed with the weather? ...... Eric Ward gives all the facts and
figures on page 3 enough to satisfy any addict!
Would you like to know more about one of Much
Marcle’s famous ladies? ...... then turn to page 6 or page 10) to find learn all about her.
We’re leading up to Lent so look inside for details of church services and Lent events and spiritual guidance.
What’s on .... There are lots of interesting events to
attend concerts, lectures, study days and lunches.
In this month’s Mercury..In this month’s Mercury..In this month’s Mercury..
What do What do What do youyouyou call February 12th?call February 12th?call February 12th?
Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day, Pancake Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day, Pancake Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day, Pancake Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras or even Jif lemon Day Mardi Gras or even Jif lemon Day Mardi Gras or even Jif lemon Day ?
Ingredients
100g (4oz) plain flour 2 large eggs 200ml (7 fl oz) milk, mixed with
75ml (3 fl oz) water 2 tablespoon melted butter Oil for frying
Method
1. Place the flour in a bowl and make a well in the centre. Break in the eggs and gently whisk in gradually incorporating the flour then start adding
the milk whisking all the time and the batter is the consistency of single cream.
2. Just before cooking the pancakes, whisk in the
melted butter. Grease the frying pan with oil and heat until really hot. I test by dropping a drop of batter into the pan and seeing if it sizzles. Add
approx. 2 tablespoon of batter to the pan and swirl it round to coat the base. Cooking on a me-dium heat cook for a minute or so then flip or
toss to cook the other side. 3. Grease the pan for each pancake. I find the first
one or two are test ones and they get better as
the pan heats up.
PANCAKES (makes 12 – 14)
How do you eat your pancakes?How do you eat your pancakes?How do you eat your pancakes?
Do you like them filled with lemon juice and sugar, jam, golden syrup, Do you like them filled with lemon juice and sugar, jam, golden syrup, Do you like them filled with lemon juice and sugar, jam, golden syrup, chocolate spread or do you prefer them savoury? Whatever your preference chocolate spread or do you prefer them savoury? Whatever your preference chocolate spread or do you prefer them savoury? Whatever your preference use Alison Taylor’s foolproof recipe above and then turn to page 12 where use Alison Taylor’s foolproof recipe above and then turn to page 12 where use Alison Taylor’s foolproof recipe above and then turn to page 12 where
Alison gives some different fillings to try.Alison gives some different fillings to try.Alison gives some different fillings to try.
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Letter from Howard Mayell Page 9
Church News and Activities Page 8 Recipes Page 12
Weather Page 4
Jubilee Club News Page 6 Gardening tips Page 12
Classified Ads 13,14,15
Neighbourhood Watch Page 11 Useful information Back Page
Weekly
Tuesday 8pm Badminton Jenny Preece 01531 660408 Weds 6 - 7pm Brownies N. Johnson 01531 660757 Weds (except the 4th Wed in each month) Short Mat Bowls from 7.30 - 9pm. Contact Joy Brooks 01531 660308 Thurs 10-11am Coolmoves / Class (just turn up) Thursdays 2-4 pm Art and Craft Club Thursday 7 - 8.30pm Yoga Rachel Pritchard 07967 213431 Thursday 7 –8.30 Bell ringing at St Bartholomew’s
Friday 9-11.30 am Happy Apples Toddler Group Julie
Simpson 01989 740369 Mon evenings 7.30—8.15 Zumba (Open to all, just turn up).
Monthly
Gardeners Club on third Tuesday of month at 7.30pm Chris Brandon-White 01531 640228
WI meet on the fourth Wednesday of month at 7.30pm Valerie Richards 01531 660447 Jubilee Club on second Tuesday of month at 2.30pm
Jean Nowell 01531 660691
Regular events at Much Marcle Memorial HallRegular events at Much Marcle Memorial HallRegular events at Much Marcle Memorial Hall
Mercury regular featuresMercury regular featuresMercury regular features
February
21,22 and 23rd Pantomime—Peter Pan 27th "Heartstart" course Memorial Hall 7.30pm (Below)
See page 8 for details of the Alpha Course
See page 11 for details of Lent lunches.
March
9th Study Day Mortimer History Society at Memorial Hall 10.30am – 3.30pm (See page 6) 9th The Rosamunde Trio Concert Hellens
21st Illustrated Talk by Chris Beardshaw Fownhope Memorial Hall at 7.00 pm. (See page 7)
What’s on this month at a glanceWhat’s on this month at a glanceWhat’s on this month at a glance
A "Heartstart" course
will begin in the Memorial Hall
on Wed 27th Feb at 7.30.
This enables people to learn to
: recognise the warning signs of a heart attack
: help someone who is unconscious
: deal with choking or serious bleeding
: perform CPR ( cardiopulmonary resuscitation)
"simple skills to save lives"
There is no charge, but donations are very welcomed.
Please contact Jenny Preece on 01531 660408 or
[email protected] to book a place.
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The following Farmers and Landowners from the Much Marcle environs have sponsored this page of The Mercury:
C D & M G Blandford & Sons, J W & L M Clark, R A & S D Cotton,
Homme House Estate, New House Farm, David R Powell, J F J R Powell & Sons,
J D &c R J Nicholas, R J & F J Wilcox
The MADS rehearsal of Peter PanThe MADS rehearsal of Peter PanThe MADS rehearsal of Peter Pan
You're guaranteed to be hooked with MADS swashbuckling family pantomime, Peter Pan!
Join Wendy, John and Michael on their magical adventure to Neverland. Watch Peter Pan battle Hook and his pirates, and meet the Lost Boys, Tiger Lily and the Indians, and the magical Tinker Bell!
With stunning costumes, a terrific cast, and loads of audience participation, this is one pantomime you can't afford to miss! So get
your tickets now to avoid disappointment.
Tickets available from Much Marcle Stores, priced at £7.50 adults, £6.50 cons, £4.50 children and £20 family. Presented by arrangement with Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity and Samuel French Ltd.
Above left: Danielle Bowers as Nana the Dog and Margaret Brooks
as Mrs Darling. Above Right: Jennie Simpson as Tinker Bell and Katie Bowers as Peter Pan.
Below left: Will Park as Slightly, Lynn Bowers as Laughing Water and Tom Simpson as John Darling Below right: Nigel Andrews as Smee.
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Weather Statistics by Eric WardWeather Statistics by Eric WardWeather Statistics by Eric Ward
In 2012 the rainfall pattern was very unconventional. The first
three months were fairly dry. (Do you remember the summer in March?). June was wet enough to be the wettest month but for the first time the wettest day of year was in September. The
total rainfall of 1142.6 mm for the year was the highest I have
recorded in Much Marcle and possibly anywhere before that
since I began recording data 1964. The previous highest here was 940.2 mm in 2007. (Yes, that unforgettable year) and 2011 was 575.2 mm the lowest since 2003 (486.6 mm).
Weather Summary 2001 to 2010
2012
Highest day temperature: 28.0 deg C 25th July Lowest night temperature: -5.5 ºC 10th February Wettest day: 23rd September 59.0mm)
Wettest month: June Driest month: March Nights with frost air 33; ground 27
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The Royal Oak
Much Marcle HR8 2ND
Tel: 01531 660300 www.royal-oak-inn.com
Dates for your diary Mothers day Lunch Sunday 10th March
2 & 3 courses available
St Patricks Grill Night Sunday 17th March £25 for 2 grills & a bottle of wine 4pm – 8pm
Booking advisable!
Save Money on Your Heating Oil
Those of you who use heating oil may be interested to know that Community First has launched a Community Oil Buying
Scheme for Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The objective is to give people the opportunity to save money on their heating oil though bulk buying. You can find out about Community First
by visiting www.comfirst.org.uk or the Community Oil Buying Scheme by visiting: http://www.communityfirst.org.uk/index.php/cf-bulk-oil-buying.
Alternatively you can email: [email protected] or telephone 01432 267820.
Highway damage and potholes
Damage to the roads is being made worse than usual by the flooding and the water just generally lying on the road and in
some areas drainage of the water from the roadways. To
prevent further damage I know that the parish councils in Old Gore continue to report the many reports of damage in addition to their own reviews of roads in their area. I know that Amey
are working hard to respond to reports and rectify the damage but this is a never ending task it seems. Constituents are requested to ensure that any damage or other road problems
they are concerned about are reported to their parish council and to Amey direct. I work with the parish councils to address this important matter.
Barry Durkin
Councillor - Old Gore Ward
Herefordshire Council
Tel: 07974 212020 Email: [email protected]
Old Gore Ward ReportOld Gore Ward ReportOld Gore Ward Report———some useful tipssome useful tipssome useful tips
WEOBLEY MUSIC 2013 CONCERT
Following the success of our ‘Queen’s Jubilee’ event in 2012, Weobley Music is staging another concert. This will be on
Saturday 9th March at Weobley Village Hall (HR4 8SN)
from 7.30 pm to 10.30 pm (doors open at 7 pm)
and there will be 3 acts:
Pickin’ In The Kitchen - Weobley’s own bluegrass band
of 6 ‘seniors’ who enjoy playing bluegrass standards in ‘the old way’, around a single ‘mic’.
The Remi Harris Trio - Remi started playing aged 7
and, at 24, is now one of the UK’s top Gypsy Jazz guitarists. Don’t miss this amazing young talent.
The Down County Boys - Our most popular and ‘fun’ UK bluegrass band,
Each will perform a 50 minute ‘set’, with time between to
visit the bar for beer, wine or a soft drink. Tickets £9 (up to 28th February) then £10, including at the door.
As last year, for bookings please email: [email protected]
or call 01544 318513.
Bob and Kate Best
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News from the Friends of St. Bartholomew’s ChurchNews from the Friends of St. Bartholomew’s ChurchNews from the Friends of St. Bartholomew’s Church
January Meeting
Margaret Holmes, otherwise known as "The Ledbury Bag Lady", came to speak about "Wartime Woolies". Knitting is her big enthusiasm, and the garments she wore and her display of
woolies and ancient knitting patterns almost persuaded some of us to take up the needles again. One of our members said she learned to knit before she went to school. One member claimed
to own a knitting machine. Others recalled knitting squares to be sewn together by someone at their school to make blankets to comfort The Forces. But the rejection of the squares we had
struggled to make for being too small, too large, not properly
square or marred by a lot of dropped stitches, brought the knitting careers of some of us to an abrupt end in our early youth, and no amount of encouragement could ever rekindle
our enthusiasm in spite of all Margaret could say.
However, knitting needles will be welcome at the next meeting, when Joy Brooks will be coaching us as a team to provide the
percussion element in an ad hoc Pop Group. Bring your own instrument, be it peas in a can, wooden spoons or rubber bands.
Jubilee Club NewsJubilee Club NewsJubilee Club News
MUCH MARCLE MEMORIAL HALL Bob Dallow Room and Main Hall
Available to hire for weddings, parties, meetings & club activities
Concessions negotiable for regular users For detailed information contact Jenny Preece on 01531 660408
is generously
sponsored by Much Marcle Parish
Council
Mercury
Would you like to know more about Blanche Mortimer, whose
effigy and tomb are currently undergoing conservation work in St Bartholomew’s church?
The Mortimer History Society’s Dress and Textiles Group is
recreating Blanche’s 14th century dress as depicted on the effigy in the church. The Blanche Mortimer Dress Project is supported by the Herefordshire Community Pride Fund. The
Group is holding a Study Day on Saturday 9 March (see notice for details), and has places available for interested local people.
Blanche Mortimer was the youngest daughter of Roger
Mortimer of Wigmore (1287-1330) and Joan de Geneville. The estates of Much Marcle were probably given by the de Geneville family to Blanche when she married Sir Peter de
Grandison of Herefordshire.
The Mortimer History Society aims to provide a forum for all who are interested in the medieval Mortimer dynasty, both to
study and publicise its eventful history, and to understand the context of the Mortimers amongst the powerful families of the Marches.
The Mortimer story is a microcosm of England and Welsh medieval history.It is a story of lords and ladies, huge estates, castles, abbeys, violent battles, political inter-clan marriages,
intrigues, love, loyalty, betrayal, bravery, skull-duggery, religious fervour – the continual struggle for power that illustrates the life, times and fortunes of ruling families
throughout 400 years. www.mortimerhistorysociety.org.uk
MORTIMER HISTORY SOCIETY DRESS & TEXTILES GROUP
STUDY DAY on their “creation” of a 14th century dress
based on that depicted in the famous
Blanche Mortimer’s tomb and effigy which rests in St Bartholomew’s Church, Much Marcle
Saturday 9 March 2013
10.30am – 3.30pm At Much Marcle Memorial Hall
PROGRAMME 10.15 Tea/coffee on arrival; Dress & Textiles Group Display 10.30 The MHS Dress &Textile Group members will describe
their research, choice of materials and accessories, and the work in progress. 11.30 Dr Pam Walker from Glastonbury will talk about her doctorate thesis based on studies of many medieval church
effigies (including Much Marcle) and medieval dress, with particular focus on the Blanche Mortimer effigy & costume. 12.30 Light “medieval” lunch, with local apple juice
(vegetarian food available too). 1.00 – 2.00 Optional visit to St Bartholomew’s Church. 2.15 - 3.15 Illustrated talk by Mr Michael Eastham, the
conservator responsible for the renovation of Blanche’s tomb.
Tickets (to include light lunch, tea and coffee, and donation
to Blanche’s Tomb Restoration Fund) MHS members £10, Non-members £15
Discounts available for
The Friends of St Bartholomew’s Church Contact John Angell (01531 660630) or Rosalind Barker (01989 740614)
for further information
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Radio and television presenter Chris Beardshaw will be giving an illustrated talk on “The English Garden” on Thursday March 21st
in the Fownhope Memorial Hall at 7.00 pm.
Tickets will be on sale in January £5.00 for Fownhope Garden Club members and £10 for non members. The evening will be hosted by the Fownhope Garden Club and we shall be serving
wine, soft drinks and nibbles! We look forward to seeing you then. The ticket numbers will be limited so get in early. Tickets from Dorothy Quayle on 01432 860 221
Homme House Horse Trials Jump Ahead in 2013
Bouncing back from the disappointment of having to cancel in 2012 due to the extreme rain, the organisers and volunteers of the Homme House Horse Trials are already galloping along with
the plans for this year’s event. So get your diaries open and book yourself and your family as “busy visiting Homme House Horse Trials” on Tuesday 6th and Wednesday 7th August.
Once again John & Jocelyn Finnigan are kindly allowing the organisers to transform Homme’s beautiful parkland for the enjoyment of riders and visitors alike. The dressage is held to
the backdrop of the 13th Century St. Bartholomew’s Church with its famous historic yew tree; show jumping takes place in an arena sitting below the ha-ha in front of Homme House itself
and the cross country winds through the Capability Brown park-land and adjoining woodland. All three come together to create a spectacular, picturesque and quintessentially English setting for the Homme House Horse Trials. The cross country course
even includes a special “hedgehog” fence recognising the emblem of the Kyrle family who first came to Homme House in the 16th century.
Jocelyn commenting on the horse trials said “We are extremely honoured that Herefordshire's only British Eventing Horse Trials is held at Homme House. It is very rewarding to see so many people enjoying the Parkland which generations of the estate's owners have worked so hard to create…”
Jocelyn continued “…walking around during the trials it has been heartening to hear competitors, volunteers & spectators remark on the atmosphere at Homme House Horse Trials as being “very special” and I am really looking forward to welcom-ing everyone again this year.”
So why not saddle up and check out this very special atmos-phere for yourselves? Come along and have a great day out; watch the action, do some shopping, capture stunning images,
enjoy a family picnic whilst watching all the action at the water or hedgehog jumps and finally travel home taking with you the memories of the fabulous day out you’ve had at the Homme House Horse Trials.
For further information if you are interested in joining the happy band of volunteers please contact Anne on 07772 246428 or Stella on 07825 702116
News from Homme HouseNews from Homme HouseNews from Homme House
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Bible Study GroupBible Study GroupBible Study Group Prayer GroupPrayer GroupPrayer Group Other events for your diaryOther events for your diaryOther events for your diary
Includes lent Sunday
Wellington Heath 9.30am Tuesdays
12th, 19th, 26th February 2013
5th, 12th, 19th,26th March 2013
Details from Rev Howard Mayell Tel: 07906841893
Christ Church
Wellington Heath
9.30am
Every Wednesday
Lent lunch details are on page 11 1st February AYLTON QUIZ EVENING 13th February Ash Wednesday 11.00am Holy Communion Pixley
7.30pm Holy Communion at Wellington Heath 1st March LMDG Meeting 2nd March Diocesan Synod
Saturday 2 February La nativité du Seigneur Olivier Messiaen: Peter Dyke performs this innovative organ masterpiece and offers a conclusion
to the Christmas season. The performance will be enhanced and supported by the projection of thought-provoking visual images on the large screen. Tickets £5 available from the Cathedral Shop and at the door of the concert. 7.30 pm Sunday 10 February The Evening Hour A service of prayer for healing and wholeness, with words and music from Iona and Taizé and time
for quiet reflection; all are welcome. The service is held on the second Sunday of each month. 5.30 pm Wednesday 13 February Ash Wednesday Choral Eucharist: the service will include the imposition of Ashes. With music including Allegri’s Miserere. All welcome. 5.30 pm Sundays: 24 February, 10 March and 24 March Living Prayer: a series of hour long films looking at the living prayer in the Christian and
Buddhist communities and the Carthusian community at La Grande Chartreuse. College Hall. Free entry, though donations invited. 5 pm Saturday 9 March Chorister open morning An opportunity for any boy (aged 6-8 years of age) and their families who have considered the possibility of joining the choir to attend a morning rehearsal. For further information on the open morning and the opportunities for choristerships, please contact the director of music, Geraint Bowen [email protected] 01432 374238. 10 am
Cathedral Choir Do you know of a boy, aged 6–8 years of age, who might be interested in joining the internationally-renowned Hereford Cathe-dral Choir? As well as singing in the cathedral, the choir regularly tours (South Africa last October), broadcasts on TV & radio (BBC Radio 3 in November), performs in London (Guards’ Chapel in November) and takes part in the world-famous Three Choirs Festival. Contact Geraint Bowen,
the director of music (01432 374238, [email protected] or visit www.herefordcathedral.org). All choristers receive generous scholar-ships to the cathedral school and, in some cases, fully-funded places can be made available.
Events at Hereford CathedralEvents at Hereford CathedralEvents at Hereford Cathedral
SERVICES AT MUCH MARCLE & YATTONSERVICES AT MUCH MARCLE & YATTONSERVICES AT MUCH MARCLE & YATTON
Date Service Rotas Readings
Sunday 3rd February 9.30am
2nd Sunday before Lent Holy Communion Yatton Elizabeth Reed
Reader: D Barry Flowers: Silk Flowers Coffee: C & J Oulton
Hebrews 2 v 14-end Luke 2 v 22-40
Sunday 10th February
9.30am
The Sunday next before Lent Holy Communion Much Marcle Nick Bury
Reader: C & A Bentley-Taylor Flowers: Silk Flowers Coffee: C & A Bentley-Taylor
2 Cor inthians 3 v 12 to 4 v 2
Luke9 v 28-36
Wed 13th February
7.30 pm
Ash Wednesday
Much Marcle Elizabeth Reedd
Reader: Flowers: Silk Flowers Coffee: No Coffee
2 Corinthians 5 v 20b to 6 v 10
John 8 v 1-11
Sunday 17th February
9.30am
1st Sunday of Lent Family Service Much Marcle Hilary Underwood
Reader: J Simpson , K Pugh, B McMullen No flowers during Lent Coffee: J Simpson , K Pugh, B McMullen
Romans 10 v 8b - 13
Luke 4 v 1-13
Sunday 24th February
9.30am
2nd Sunday of Lent Holy Communion Much Marcle Elizabeth Reed
Reader: R Barker & D Heath No flowers during Lent Coffee: R Barker & D Heath
Philippians 3 v 17 to 4 v 1
Luke 13 v 31 - end
Sunday 3rd March
9.30am
3rd Sunday of Lent Holy Communion Yatton Elizabeth Reed
Reader: P Partridge No flowers during Lent Coffee: C & J Oulton
1 Corinthians 10 v 1-13
Luke 13 v 1-9
Sunday 10th March
9.30am
Mothering Sunday Family Service
Much Marcle Elizabeth Reed
Reader: B Jeffries No flowers during Lent Coffee: W Diment & SJ Berry
Colossians 3 v 12 - 17
Luke 2 v 33-35
6th February Why read the Bible? 13th February Why and how should we pray? 20th February How does God guide us?
24th February Holy Spirit Sunday from 9.30am 27th February How can I resist evil? 6th March Why and how should we tell others?
13th March Does God heal today?
20th March What about the Church? 27th March How can I make the most of the rest of my life?
All are timed to start at 7.30pm except Sunday 24th (see above] )
To book a place or find out more contact
Andrew Bentley-Taylor 01531660261
Alpha Course TimetableAlpha Course TimetableAlpha Course Timetable
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Dear Friends
The turn of the year saw the deaths of two
retired priests both of whom had a tremendous impact for good on the faith community of our
Team Ministry and in every other place where they lived and
proclaimed the Gospel.
Canon John Atkinson was held in high regard for the way he worked in our churches across the Team with gentleness, good
humour and Yorkshire common sense and wisdom, and it was always a joy to have him in the congregation encouraging both me and others with his gentle smile and strong support, it is no wonder that so many travelled to St Michael’s Ledbury for his
Thanksgiving service on the 25th January.
Canon Christopher Martineau was a man apart, not just for his long life, but for his quiet strong faith; he had an aura of
holiness that reminded me very much of such people as Basil Hume, just his presence in a room raised the spiritual tempera-ture by many degrees. He was regularly in attendance at the
mid week communions in St Michaels up to two months before he died and it was a great privilege to share in many conversa-tions after communion, it was during a number of these talks
that he shared his great sadness that there were so few who come to these 8.30am services.
The base of Christopher’s strong faith was quite simply ‘Love’;
God’s love for his people and for all his creation, and the love that we should return to him as the one who has both made and redeemed us; and also the love that we should show to one
another in a response to Jesus’ command to live this life of love. There is a very good booklet on the bookstall about prayer written by Christopher which I highly recommend to help you in this aspect of your walk of faith.
As a church we need to come to grips with the command of love and in order to do that there are a whole host of ways you can be helped and Lent is a period set aside in the churches
calendar to do just that. How then are you facing up to the
prospect of Lent which comes upon us this in the middle of this month? Do you worry about what you might consider giving up
in this period of abstinence or is it something that never bothers you? Lent has historically been a time for giving up things: during this forty day period as we remember the forty days that
Jesus endured in the desert and where at the end of that time he was tempted by Satan.
There are those who will tell you that they give up such things
as chocolate or cakes or alcohol; but does that really cut the mustard, for is that not just paying lip service to the idea of fast and abstinence? Of course there is some benefit for your health to take such measures, but it does little for your spiritual well
being.
When Jesus went through his time of fast there was a clear spiritual dimension to the exercise, it was a time for him to
commune without distraction with his Heavenly Father. With that in mind it should encourage us to use this time in the same way [no I don’t mean you have to go off to the desert, though
the idea of some sun would not go amiss] rather to take time out to pray and seek a closer communion with the Living God.
Instead of giving up food just for the sake of it, make a list of
spiritual things that you can take on; give extra space in your diary to pray, worship and read your Bible. Perhaps you might like to consider joining a Bible Study Group or come to the
8.30am communion services on Tuesday and Wednesdays or the 10.30am Communion on Fridays in St Katherine’s. Add to this a greater take up of the call to love that Christopher
Martineau was such a great advocate for: look around you to discover the needs that are there in the community, despite the lovely area in which we live you do not have to scratch the surface that much before you find some deep seated need.
Yours in Christ Jesus
Howard
Letter from Reverend Howard MayellLetter from Reverend Howard MayellLetter from Reverend Howard Mayell
Ash Wednesday this year is on February 13th. It marks the
beginning of Lent in the Church calendar ... the beginning of your spiritual detox as you give up chocolate or alcohol, or the beginning of the test your willpower time, or as that opportunity
for making time for something extra –for praying and reflecting, reading that special book you’d always meant to read, or finding more time for those who you know would value your company,
or whatever. Lent – the forty days (excluding Sundays) which leads up to Easter - has from the very early days of Christianity been observed as a time of penitence, a time of preparation for
the seriousness of Good Friday and the joy of Easter Day.
With this in mind, there will be a service of Holy Communion at 7.30 p.m. on 13th February at St. Bartholomew’s church. It will
be a quiet, reflective service, at which, those who so wish, may receive the imposition of ashes. This means that the priest will make the sign of the cross on your forehead with ashes (traditionally from the burned palms from the previous Palm
Sunday) with the words, “Remember that you are dust and to dust you shall return. Turn away from sin and be faithful to
Christ.” In biblical times, putting ashes on your head was one
of the outward signs of great grief for one’s wrong doing.
I always find the imposition of ashes to be a very moving experience. It’s not so much going out of church advertising to
others that I’ve repented on my sins. In fact, Jesus warned against the hypocrisy of acting in this way in order to gain admiration for one’s piety. To me, it’s the same sign that is
made on your forehead at baptism with the words, “Christ claims you for his own. Receive the sign of the cross.” The congregation responds, “Fight valiantly against sin, the world
and the devil and remain faithful to Christ to the end of your life. “ The imposition of ashes on Ash Wednesday is a solemn reminder of my failure to live up to this and to express my
desire for God’s forgiveness and help.
We need time and space in which we can re-set our own con-cerns and priorities in the context of God’s wider perspective. Lent can provide us with just that opportunity.
Rev. Elizabeth Reed
ASH WEDNESDAY AT ST. BARTHOLOMEW’SASH WEDNESDAY AT ST. BARTHOLOMEW’SASH WEDNESDAY AT ST. BARTHOLOMEW’S
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It was with pleasure that I met Gail Plant for the first time. She
and her husband John have lived in the village for 5 years and are now well established. So, I am sorry that my contact and visit has taken so long. When passing their bungalow "Church
Corner" it is obvious from the barrel full of plants for sale that are displayed outside, that horticulture must be one of their interests.
This is certainly true of Gail who is particularly interested in all scented plants. Her expertise and obvious delight when talking about various varieties demonstrates the true love she has of
her work. Gail is involved in all aspects of gardening from growing specialist plants, to doing plant festivals or working with John on design and maintenance, to finding the perfect
plant for a space in the garden in which to add interest and colour. She has the skill to impart good advice and also the facility to find any particular species required.
Gail lectures on herbs and scented plants across the three
counties. Her lectures however are "hands on” armed with collections of topical plants to be passed around, she aims to promote discussion and interaction directly with members of
her audience, who are encouraged to smell, taste and touch. These practical lectures have so much more meaning and create a more in depth understanding for all. She is a member
of the gardening club and attends WI when she has a free evening.
Photography is the other aspect of Gail and John's lives and
some of their professional work is beautifully displayed in their home. Initially specialising in Landscape Photography, their work has been exhibited and sold mainly in Cotswolds galleries.
Gail explained the intricacies of photography. As in all art work, whether photographing or creating gardens, the effect of light, position and angles of a subject must be thoughtfully consid-
ered. The results they both obtain, show the artistry and care that has been taken to achieve beautiful images. After taking fun background photos of friend’s weddings, they were finally persuaded to set up Photoduet, wedding photography which
has proofed to be a lot of fun. Clients put so much effort into making the day individual and unique, that Gail says every wedding is so different, its lovely capturing those memories.
Gail and John complement each other in their work. Having
met, when they were both studying at Royal Holloway and
Bedford New College, London University; Gail read Physiology and Psychology, John Astrophysics. While at university they supplement their grants by selling sand pictures through the
craft market circuit. This sowed the seed for becoming self-employed, and though John gained a placement to become a navigator in the RAF and Gail a place to do medicine at Dundee,
both their childhood dreams. They decided they enjoyed work-ing together and for themselves much more. So while waiting for their placements to start, they set up a Wedding dress
business, designing one off creations for brides. There was no turning back. After a few years in Hereford, 1992 saw the set up a shop in Montpellier Cheltenham, where clients visited from
all over the world. Gail says if you want to know the intricacies of boned corsets John’s an expert!
After leaving Cheltenham, they took time out and renovated a bungalow in Bredon. Once completed, they searched up and
down the M5 for a new home. Having spent a very cold October night, for John’s Birthday several years before, camping on the cricket pitch after a delicious meal at the Scrumpy House, and
having local pubs that would always serve their favourite drink. They kept coming back to Much Marcle. Gail’s mother living close by in Hereford. Church Corner seemed to satisfied all
their needs, being also peaceful, close to the motorway network and situated in a lovely village with surrounding countryside, sold it to them. Gail said that she has never experienced such a
friendly village, having lived in a few. She had such a warm welcome on arriving here and considers Much Marcle to be a very special place, they have many friends and are planning to
stay for the long term.
Gail and John have carried out extensive alterations on the bungalow, removing and replacing all but one wall and extend-
ing the building; certainly not a project for the faint-hearted! This year’s project is to finish the dining room and outside finally establish a wildlife pond, as both enjoy watching the birds and frogs in the garden. As to interests, they count them-
selves lucky to be able to do what they enjoy every day for work.
I would like to thank Gail for editing and broadening this account .
People in the communityPeople in the communityPeople in the community———Gail Plant is interviewed by Joy BrooksGail Plant is interviewed by Joy BrooksGail Plant is interviewed by Joy Brooks
Much Marcle Large Model Air Show
After having had to cancel three Shows out of five in recent years the HMAC Committee has decided to “rest” the Show for a
while. This means there will be no Much Marcle Show in 2013.
Cancellations have cost the Club a significant amount of money. The three fields we normally use have been especially prone to
quickly becoming waterlogged and all the signs seem to be that what we all felt was abnormally wet weather might well become the norm.
This decision was not taken lightly. We know it will disappoint a lot of people, and organisations, who have supported us in the past. We regret not being able to donate more cash to charity.
However, we felt it right to do this and remove any uncertainty.
Bernard Morris
Press Release from the Hereford Model Aero ClubPress Release from the Hereford Model Aero ClubPress Release from the Hereford Model Aero Club
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Neighbourhood Watch UpdateNeighbourhood Watch UpdateNeighbourhood Watch Update
Alarm Companies
Following the continuing trend for burglaries from outbuildings, we have recently received a number of enquiries regarding approved alarm companies
which we referred to our Crime Risk Managers in Worcester. This is the advice that has come from them which is clear and should answer most of your queries:
"As far as alarm companies are concerned, we point people in the direction of the NSI and SSAIB which are alarm inspector-ates. Membership for each company is voluntary, but to fit a
police response alarm, ACPO- Association of Chief Police Officers insist that a company belongs to one of these organisations.
Both web sites have search engines, put in your post code and it will bring up a list of companies in the area".
http://www.nsi.org.uk and http://www.ssaib.org
EMERGENCY 999 NORMAL REPORTS 101
CRIMESTOPPERS 0800 555 111 EMAIL: [email protected]
[email protected] Your members of the local policing team are now:
Sgt 3717 Polly Price
PC 3202 Richard Barradale-Smith CSO 7131 Lisa Austin CSO 6324 Carol Marsh
CSO 6106 Alison Dore
H E L L E N S “The Jewel in the Crown of Herefordshire Homes” Country Living
Open for guided tours from Easter Sunday to end of September - Weds, Thurs, Sun & Bank Holidays
at 2, 3 & 4pm, otherwise by appointment
The newly restored Great and Haywain Barns (Grade II Starred) are also available
for hiring for business, leisure and social functions Curator: Mr Nicholas Stephens Telephone 01531 660504 www.hellensmanor.com
The Pennington-Mellor-Munthe Charity Trust (Reg. No. 283266)
Money sent to Mtwara for distribution of food at Christmas and
for continuing work on Likondi Church has been received. We look forward to hearing about future developments at Likondi. We are still waiting for plans and costs for the new school build-
ing. Father Jerome Priest, at St Michael’s Mtwara is now Director of Development in Newala Diocese. The Revd CANCIO FILMINO ADELINE has now replaced him assisted by JAKAN
WANERS newly ordained last November. The Lent Lunches are being held again this year. For the first
time there will be one on a Saturday which will enable those working to come and enjoy meeting friends. Dr Robert Scholefield is temporary co-ordinator can be
contacted by email on [email protected]
Elaine Toyer 01531 634354
Mtwara News February 2013Mtwara News February 2013Mtwara News February 2013
MADS carol singing was a note worthy success!
A fun night was had by all on December 21st, when a 30-strong group of MADS
members wielding candles and carol sheets went singing up the Dymock Road. We
were overjoyed by the response we got, and were very grateful for the chocolates and
refreshments we were offered along the way. Therefore, we would like to say a big
thank you to everyone who kindly gave us a donation for the Children's Society. Thanks
to you, we managed to raise over £300!
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The Slip Tavern
Open for Lunches and Dinner every day except Mondays
Weekend Specials Friday—Saturday 7pm—9pm
call 01531 660246 for details
Seasonal Recipes Seasonal Recipes Seasonal Recipes by Alison Taylor by Alison Taylor by Alison Taylor ((([email protected])[email protected])[email protected])
I’ve chosen some sweet and savoury fillings for pancakes as it won’t be long until its pancake day. You can use readymade
pancakes or make your own. (see recipe below)
Ingredients
75g chopped bacon 250g sliced mushrooms 100g garlic and herb cream cheese
or use plain if you prefer 1 tablespoon fresh breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon grated cheese
Method
1. Fry the bacon until golden brown. Add the mushrooms and cook for a few minutes. Add the cream cheese and stir through.
2. Divide the mixture between the pancakes and fold or roll up. Mix the grated
cheese and breadcrumbs together and sprinkle over the pancakes. Brown under a preheated grill for a crispy finish. Serve immediately with a green salad.
For a vegetarian option simply leave out the bacon
BACON AND MUSHROOM (serves 2)BACON AND MUSHROOM (serves 2)BACON AND MUSHROOM (serves 2)
Ingredients
4 sweet pancakes
100g (4oz) caster sugar
Juice 2 & zest of 1 orange (save 2nd
orange for serving)
Small knob of butter
Crème fraiche or cream for serving
Method
1. Put the sugar into a microwaveable bowl and add 3 tablespoons of orange juice. Microwave on High for 3-4 minutes until a bubbling caramel. Carefully remove from the oven and add the rest of the juice. Be careful as it may splutter. Add
the butter and the zest. Zap again for a minute. 2. Heat the pancakes for a minute or so in the microwave and then fold each into
quarters. Spoon over the sauce. Cut the remaining orange into wedges and
serve with the crème fraiche or cream if liked. 3. If you don’t have a microwave make a sauce by melting the butter in a frying
pan. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir until the sugar has melted. Bubble
for a minute or so until syrupy. Fold the pancakes as before and add to the pan with the sauce and heat through.
Cointreau or brandy can be added, to taste, to make extra special.
PANCAKES WITH ORANGE SAUCE (serves 4)PANCAKES WITH ORANGE SAUCE (serves 4)PANCAKES WITH ORANGE SAUCE (serves 4)
To make savoury pancakes add 1 teaspoon of mixed dried herbs to the batter. For sweet add a tablespoon of caster sugar and/
or 2 teaspoon grated orange zest.
I haven’t forgotten about suggesting a recipe from one of my recipe books (January, Mercury) I have another added to my
collection, “The Hairy Dieters” I watched the programme and have to say the recipes look very interesting. I do intend making
something from there soon!! Alison Taylor
Seasonal Gardening tips Seasonal Gardening tips Seasonal Gardening tips by Duseline Stewartby Duseline Stewartby Duseline Stewart This time last year we were desperate for rain.
Now we are hoping that the mud will dry out so that we can get to work. Snowdrops, impervious to weather, are signalling that Spring is on the
way. Conventional advice has been to "plant them in the green" but recent research has
shown that breaking the roots at this stage sets back growth; if
you are moving them or thinning them out it is best to mark where they are and do the job in June or July when they are dormant, or plant the whole clump and sort it out later. Winter
aconites provide colour and seed collected from them is the best way to propagate them. If you are buying lilies now make sure they are plump and firm. Before planting them up, why not
increase your stock by carefully removing a few scales, popping them into a plastic bag with some damp compost and putting
them in a warm place. When roots appear they can be potted
up and will flower in 2 or 3 years.
Last year's rain has leached many of the nutrients from the soil in the vegetable garden. A light dressing of lime (2- 4 ozs per
square yard) will prevent the soil from becoming too acidic. Follow this up a few weeks later with some blood, fish and bone meal (or growmore if you suffer from badgers).
Even with snow on the ground, ties and posts can be checked. Tidying the shed and greenhouse will at least keep you dry.
February's meeting of the Gardeners' Club is on Tuesday 19th
at 7.30pm. Topic: Tool-sharpening for the terrified". Should be fun. Let's hope the forecasters are being unduly pessimistic with their threats of arctic ice and snow. The odd day of
sunshine is so precious.
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Pastoral Care Team Ministry Office: 01531 631531 Rev Howard Mayell: 07906 841893 Church Wardens: Marcle Richard Brooks: 01531 660241 Yatton John Reed 01989 780439 Treasurer of the PCC Andrew Bentley-Taylor 01531 660261
Acting Minuting Secretary of the PCC Mrs Sara-Jane Berry: 01531 660563 The Friends of St Bartholomew’s Chairman Rosalind Barker 01989 740614
Secretary John Chapman 01531 660664 Much Marcle Parish Councillors Graham Baker: 01531 660323
John Blandford: 01531 660254 Roger Cotton: 01531 660636 Alison Taylor: 01531 670342 Brian Morgan: 01531 660222
email: [email protected] David Powell: 01531 660220 Frank Powell: 01531 660236
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email: [email protected] Clerk to Much Marcle Parish Council Diane Baldwin: 01531 650885
Hereford Police Station
Crime Prevention Manager PC Charles NAYLOR 0300 333 3000
ROSS-ON-WYE POLICE 0300 333 3000 PC R Barradale-Smith
Mobile: 07811 131525
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Lisa Austin/Alison Dore Mobile: 07970 602441
LEDBURY POLICE
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Mobile: 07814 554496
Community Support Officers
Heather Mika (Town) David Alexander (Rural) Mobile for both: 07970 602338
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH
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Electricity
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AA Breakdown 0800 88 77 66 RAC Breakdown 0800 82 82 82
Citizens Advice 0870 126 4091
Malvern 01684 563611
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Hospitals
Ledbury 01531 632488
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Ledbury Doctors
St Katherines, 01531 633271 Market Surgery, 01531 632423 Fownhope Surgery 01432 860235
Herefordshire Council Main Switchboard 01432 260000 Herefordshire Info 01432 260500 Ledbury Library 01531 632133
LOCAL EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Yatton Parish Councillors Mr J Clark: 01531 660275 Mr A Cotton: 01989 740645 Mr J Nicholas: 01531 660294
Clerk to Yatton Parish Council Liz Parry-Jones: email: [email protected] Much Marcle Memorial Hall Bookings and Treasurer: Jenny Preece: 01531 660408 Chair: Joy Brooks 01531 660308 Vice-Chair:
Darren Farnell 01531 660450 Jubilee Club Chair:Joyce Phillips 01531 636822
Secretary:Jean Nowell 01531 660691 Much Marcle Amateur Dramatic Society Lynne & Danielle Bowers: 01531 660201 Bellringing – Tower Captain Adam Cale: 01531 660736 Much Marcle Badminton Club Jenny Preece: 01531 660408
Folk Club Andy Smith 01531 660253 Much Marcle Gardeners Club Chris Brandon-White 01531 640228
WI Secretary: Valerie Richards 01531 660447
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