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

South Marston's monthly newsletter

A VILLAGE youth club hit with closure fears inthe summer has been named as the mostsuccessful club in Wiltshire this year.

The South Marston Youth Club, which is heldevery other Monday and Friday, for childrenaged eight to 11 and 12 to 16, has won theYouth Action Wiltshire Chairman’s Cup 2012.

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Church News ...3-6

Bell Ringers wanted...13

100 Club Winners...15

Christmas puzzle...16

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December 2012 - January 2013

Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun 1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Youth Club (12-18) 18:30-20:30 Village Hall

Tots ‘n’ Toddlers 9.00-11.00 Village Hall

SME Group 19.30-21:00 Venue tbc

Wheelie Bins Mixed Plastics Green Waste

Christmas Meeting Point 10:00-12.30 Village Hall Saturday Scene 16:00-17:15 Village Hall

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Friendly Club

14:00-16:00 Village Hall

Tots ‘n’ Toddlers 9.00-11.00 Village Hall SMRA Meeting 19:30 -21:30

Quiz Night at Carriers Arms

Youth Club (8-11) 18:30-20:00 Village Hall


Parish Council Meeting 19.30



24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

2 http://southmarston.org.uk

DECEMBER 2012

Dear Friends

I have been searching out Christmas presents to give and thebright and sparkly things in the shop bring all kinds of thoughts tomy head. The recession takes its toll and the decision to give andwhat to give can cause concern. And yet there is no doubt that ifwe keep in mind the reason for the season then our hearts arewarmed 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 continueto remind us of the truths which are important for our lives and wellbeing. God loves the world enough to give but do we love enoughto give?

There is a danger of restricting giving to family and friends and tobe caught up in materialism and the commercialism of Christmasthat ultimately leads to self-centredness. Its so easy to forget thosewho will be cold, homeless, hungry, refugees or living in war tornplaces this Christmastide.

We are fortunate in this country, that perhaps we should thank Godfor his generosity to us by giving to others in need through aidorganisations or to his church so that we can continue toexperience the care the church gives in all the changing scenes oflife.

George and I wish you every blessing for Christmas and the NewYear.

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 forthe 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 thisChristmas you will find an envelope enclosed which may be bought to anyChristmas Service or handed to Rev. Vicky Fleming, Donald Page

The Meeting PointCoffee morning with table top sales

(All the tables have been booked for December—you may book forJanuary—free Telephone Vicky Fleming 827021)

Scouts post and stamps (25p) availableCome and enjoy good company and refreshments.

8th DecemberFrom 10am until 1pm with a visit from Father Christmas

12th Januaryfrom 10am -12.30 In the Village Hall

South Marston Church serving the community


'Craft Company'We will be meeting in Mary Cooper'shouse onWednesday 11th December in DrydenHouse, and 9th January at 12noon meeting atBlunsdon House for lunch. More details contact VickyFleming

Saturday Scene for young families

meets on

8th December for our Christmas Party and

12th January in the Village Hall 4pm to 5.15pm

Contact Donald Page on 825693

Polite Notice-Parking on the GlebePlease do not park on the Glebegrass as the ground is too wet.Afterso much care has been put intomaking it look good it would be sadto see it chewed up by tyres

Thank you - Rev.Vicky Flemmingand the Church Wardens

GIFTS

Bargins*B

argins

When thinking of aboutChristmas gifts don'tforget that SouthMarston Church Teatowels are still on sale.£3.50 or 2 for £6 and 4for £10

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


CHURCH SERVICES FORSOUTH MARSTON

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 [email protected] or 01793 827507 for further details

SOUTH MARSTON ENTERPRISE GROUP

We are a friendly social group that meet to talk about all thingsbusiness related. Regular meetings are held on the 1st Thursday

of every month, 7.30pm-9pm.

We chat around business related topics and enjoy some nibblesand 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 socialmedia and finding out about acupuncture.

Contact Hazel Andrews by e-mail [email protected] or017938275507 for further details.

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Parish Councillor VacancySouth Marston Parish Council currently has a vacancy on the ParishCouncil.

If you would like to know more about becoming a Parish Councillor andwould be interested in joining the team, please contact the Parish Clerkon 01793 820529 or email: [email protected] note that Parish Council meetings are held the third Tuesday ofthe month at 7.30pm in the Village Hall.

Allotment Site UpdateSouth Marston Parish Council together with Stratton St MargaretParish are intending to work together to expand the South MarstonParish Council allotment site on Highworth Road. The plot of land,formally the home of the gliding club, is leased from Honda andapproximately 40% has remained unused for the past 25 years.

Some 20 or more 10x10 plots could be feasilbe if the land can becleared. Sample excavations on the site have shown good qualitytop soil. However, the area is covered in thick bramble that inhibitsa detailed survey.

This may involve excavation of founfations from the ex-gliding club.Excavation may uncover a water connection that could bereconnected, though at cost. This has potential for the future butreconnection would need deepere investigation as to costs.

Strattan St Margaret Parish Council has their own ground workequipment and work force. All work to be funded by, and carriedout by Strattan St Margaret Parish Councils man power andequipment, at no cost to South Marston Parish Council.

A date for clearance work has been suggested for the 10thDecember 2012 and is expeccted to last 2 days.

Letters will be sent to all allotment tenants and householdersbordering the site informing them about the clearance work and theexpanded site.



HGV's Driving Through the Village

The Parish Council are aware that there are HGV's ignoringweight limit signs, driving through the village. We are trying tocollect evidence to pass on to Wiltshire Police who may beable to find an appropriate solution to the problem. Please

don't assume other people are reporting the problem. We need you tocontact us if you have any information that may be of use. Please passthis on to the Parish Clerk either via email([email protected]) or bytelephoning 01793820529. Thank you

Parish Council MeetingsMembers of the public are welcome to attend Parish Council meetingswhich are held on the third Thuesday ofthe month, at 7.30pm in theVillage hall. There is an "Open 10 Minutes" section at the start of themeeting where you are invited to ask questions or discuss an agendaitem. It would be helpful if you could inform the Chairman at the start ofthe meeting of any items that you wish to raise or discuss. All agendasare 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, pleasevisit.southmarston.org.uk and visit the 'Parish Council' section

SOUTH MARSTON YOUTH CLUB

For more details please contact Julie or Steve Hatherall,e-mail: [email protected] tel: 07923 441 296

Monday Youth Club is from 18:30 - 20:30 in the Village HallFriday 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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!Competitive'prices''!Flexible'working'hours''include'early''morning''

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For more information please call:

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Maths from KS1 to GCSE (£25 - £30 / hour)

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

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


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 100 Club Winners!

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

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%%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#L u c k y P r o g r a m m e . . . . . u n c l a i m e d p r i z e .L u c k y P r o g r a m m e . . . . . u n c l a i m e d p r i z e . 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.##

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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 [email protected]!

Address: Old Farm Barn, Nightingale Lane, South Marston,

SN3 4SL

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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 [email protected].

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South Marston Youth Club wins award


Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun 31 1 2 3 4 5 6

New Years Day

SME Group 19.30-21:00 Venue tbc


7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Friendly Club

14:00-16:00 Village Hall

Tots ‘n’ Toddlers 9.00-11.00 Village Hall Craft Company 14:00 SMRA Meeting 19:30 -21:30


Meeting Point 10:00-12.30 Village Hall Saturday Scene 16:00-17:15 Village Hall


Parish Council Meeting 19.30



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Quiz Night at Carriers Arms


28 29 30 31 Youth Club (12-18) 18:30-20:30 Village Hall



JANUARY 2013


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

Real Estate

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