CHADRA

It has been a privilege and honour to speak to many senior citizens recently whilst investigating the rail accident of 1928. I was struck by the depth of knowledge and experience each one possessed and listened in awe as tales of their earlier life were recounted to me.

Each generation has a story to tell, but who will listen?

I have decided that the Tiger Cub Pack will play host to three residents of Charfield, all of whom are over 75, so that they may learn of a Bygone Age.

Perhaps a tape or even a video could be made of life in the village over the last 65 years for the benefit and interest of future generations. Anyone interested?

As this will be the last Newsletter of 1993, I would like to thank all the people who are responsible for the publication, distribution and content of the Charfield Newsletter. For nearly 18 years it has informed, amused and annoyed the residents of the village.

Mike Cheskin,
Chairman

Next Copy Date – 12th. January 1994

Published by Charfield & District Residents' Association (CHADRA)

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On several occasions in the past there have been clashes of events in the village. I thought it was time to do something about this. I have decided to set up a village diary.

The purpose of the diary is to keep a list of events happening in the village for two reasons. It will help organisers find free dates and avoid clashes with other events. It might also be used to help Charfielders to find out what is going on in their own village.

So how will it work? Anyone involved in organising anything in the village may contact me with details of their event. I will make a note of the details, contact name and phone number. Anyone else who asks me about the same date will be told the existing information. I will not arbitrate, I will simply inform the later enquirers of the facts.

So before printing your posters it would be worth contacting me.

From time to time I will print out a list of events and try to have it displayed in one of the shops. There is no budget for this, so it will be kept simple. I will also try to submit an article for the Newsletter each time, though it is sometimes difficult to get nearly four months advance notice.

If you have any information on events for inclusion in the list, or suggestions for this scheme, please contact Brendan O'Connor on 0454 26xxxx, or drop a note to xx Manor Lane.

Here's what I've got so far for November, December and January:

November
Tuesday 9th. 7.30pm
Parish Council Meeting, Sportsman's Lounge, Village Hall
Friday 12th. 8.00pm
Race Nite, Village Hall, in aid of Playground
Saturday 13th. 8.00pm
Village Hall Dance. XXXX Cancelled XXXX
Saturday 20th. 8.30pm
Scouts 50's and 60's night, Village Hall

December
Friday 10th 7.00pm
The Christmas Sing – St. John's Church
Tuesday 14th. 7.30pm
Parish Council Meeting, Sportsman's Lounge, Village Hall
Saturday 18th. 8.00pm
Village Hall Dance – Z-Alley (inc Christmas Grand Draw)
Monday 27th. 10.30pm
Family amble and route march – Village Hall car park

January
Tuesday 11th. 7.30pm
Parish Council Meeting, Sportsman's Lounge, Village Hall

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[Graphic: Child with teddy bear]

As I write this, the contractors are on site installing the ‘trim trail’ and multi-play equipment which are stages 2 & 3 of the playground project. Weather permitting, this should be in place by half term, which will be a good opportunity for everyone to go and try it out! However, if we get a foot of rain between now and then (not beyond the bounds of possibility!) things will be delayed. the landscaping contractor is also coming in this month to plant new trees, shrubs and hedgerow. In a few years when these are established, they will provide the shade and/or shelter that has been requested. We would also like to plant lots of spring bulbs to provide a bit of colour.

As usual, people have continued to be very generous and very supportive and the following monies have been received by the Parish Council for the fund:

A further £120 from the Plough Inn, Charfield, which brings their running total to £390 and is a perfect example of how all the little bits of fund-raising over the months can add up to a really substantial amount. Very many thanks again to Len, Margaret and the regulars in 3 the plough. Your continuing support is very much appreciated. When we started the project back in May 1992, we were told we were wasting our time collecting small donations – only the big ones mattered. Well, I think that theory has been well and truly proved to be a load of baloney! Every little bit really does count.

£5 was received from Alex and Claudia Rigg from a toy and book sale they organised. Well done, and thanks to them.

£55.41 was raised at the Treasure Hunt organised by Steve Bindon and Mark Knighton. Due to popular demand (some people are gluttons for punishment!) this will continue to be run on a yearly basis to help towards the maintenance cost of the playground, so please do try to support it in the future, it's always great fun.

£50 was received from the postmen and women of Wotton and Charfield – thanks, posties!

£337 was raised at the recent fashion show and we would like to thank the following people:-
Dave Wood of Treetops Carpets for providing the carpeting, The Flower Basket, Wotton for the floral displays, Rose Hill School for lending us the staging, everyone who provided refreshments and last but by no means least, Ann Cauldwell of ‘Elle’, Long Street, Wotton Under Edge, who put on such an enjoyable show.

Approximately £300 has been raised by Mark Knighton and Steve Bindon who came 1st and 2nd respectively on the Woodend Walk. Congratulations to both of them and if you sponsored either – cough up!!

Forthcoming Events:-

Friday 12th November 8pm at the Village Hall. A Hobby Horse Race Night. Sounds very interesting! please watch out for details at the shops and Village Hall.

Saturday 27th November An 80/20 Sale of children's toys, clothes and equipment is being run by Mothers and Toddlers at the Village Hall. The money raised will go towards additional equipment in the toddler area. Please see Mothers and Toddlers' article for further details.

Saturday 4th December A Christmas Bazaar and Family Portrait Photographic session is being held at the Village Hall from 2pm to 4pm. Anyone wanting a family portrait taken, please contact Margaret Gargett on 26xxxx so you can be booked into a specific time. The photographs will be back in time for Christmas and there is no obligation to have them if you don't like them! The Christmas Bazaar will be run along the lines of last year – very much geared towards the children. If you have any good ideas or can help at all, please contact Margaret as soon as possible.

Our final fund-raiser for the playground equipment will be the Christmas Grand Draw and we hope you will all support it as well as you did last year. It really is our last effort and after it is drawn at the Christmas Dance at the Village Hall, the playground sub-committee will be finished. As last year, the Draw is being very efficiently organised by Philippa Popham and if you can provide a prize for the draw of if you could take tickets to sell round the village or at work, please do contact Philippa on 26xxxx as soon as possible. Obviously, we would like our final fund-raiser to be a really good one!!

Just a couple of points to mention: Would those people who find chucking wood bark round the field so amusing, kindly refrain from doing so? Also, can we ask the bigger kids to stay out of the toddler area now that you have more equipment better suited to your age. The toddler area is, as its name suggests, for toddlers! Let the little ones play in peace in their own little bit. They're not in a position to ruin your equipment, are they? Thank you.

And finally, can we ask that you continue supporting the Hall in its fund raising efforts so that this playground can be properly maintained. Remember if you're a resident of Charfield its your Village Hall your Sports Pavilion, your Tennis Court, your Playing Field, your Playground. Please look after it!

Thanking all those who continue to help and support us. Have a peaceful Christmas and New Year (& buy loads of Draw tickets).

Playground Subcommittee:
Cath Bindon, Chairman & Treasurer 26xxxx
Beverley Hill, Secretary 26xxxx
Philippa Popham, Draw Organiser 26xxxx
Christine Steele 26xxxx
Mark Knighton 26xxxx
Tracy Franksen 0453 84xxxx
Elaine Popham 26xxxx
Mandy Bird 29xxxx
Sharon Griffiths 26xxxx

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[Graphic: Winter church scene]

I expect like many of you I have aired my views to others about the speed of the traffic that passes (‘races’ might be a better word) along the main road through our village. It seems frequently to come up in conversation as one meets people in the village. I can be especially fluent on the subject because on about a dozen occasions I have had a near miss when starting to cross the road, there has been no vehicle in sight but before I had reached the other side (and sometimes no more than half way) it had swept past me at speeds exceeding sixty miles per hour, and on the last it was close to eighty – that was after 11 pm, up the hill and didn't change gear up the hill! I suspect we could all provide examples. Someone suggested, as a joke (I hope!), that if I made myself a sacrifice, and got myself knocked down, everyone (perhaps that's an exaggeration) would be very sorry about it, and then someone would be sure to do something about it. That is not an option I am over-keen on, although I always try to be helpful!

Having phoned and spoken to various people outside the village and got nowhere, I wrote to the Chief Constable, whom I had met some time ago, and explained the problem in detail. I received a prompt letter in return saying he was handing the matter to an appropriate Inspector. A few weeks later I had a visit. I flew a few of my own ‘kites’ (among them ‘sleeping policemen’; a pedestrian crossing which would serve the useful purpose of enabling pedestrians to cross – one can wait quite a while at busy times, traffic never stops for them, while such a crossing would have the additional useful function of making vehicles slow and stop). Of course there seem to be arguments against and suggestion, if only that the County hasn't any money to spare for such things, which the police can only recommend and reinforce. Certainly I think we'd agree that the position is very unsatisfactory, and it is remarkable that there have not been serious incidents as a result of such speeds. The occasional speed traps will never cure this as it becomes a game to detect and evade them, and to warn other motorists of their presence! Let's hope that some method of improvement will be found for the safety of all; it is the young and the elderly who are always most vulnerable.

And now for some different news: and as I look at the titles of some of these events, I am reminded that if I don't wish you a ‘Happy Christmas’ in this edition of the Newsletter, it will be too late to do so!

Saturday 13th November at 2.30pm in the Foundation Room, the repeat of an event of previous years, Tea and Tinsel: a sale of Christmassy things, small gifts, wrapping paper, cards, Christmas cakes etc. etc. Come and bring your friends, neighbours and finally … refreshments as usual.
Remembrance Sunday 14th November 10.55am at the War Memorial.
Friday 10th December 7 pm Our annual ‘Christmas Sing’ for all village organisations. This has become a very popular event and organisations will already have heard about this. Items should be about five minutes (not to make it too long for the younger ones) and a system of tickets (which are free) will ensure that uncomfortable overcrowding does not occur. Last year it was rather a tight fit!
Sunday 12th December 10.15am Christingle service for ALL, with special reference to the children.
Sunday 19th December 3 pm our Carol Service, which is always a happy occasion and at which we hope for good attendance, so do come and fill YOUR place!

With Christmas day on Saturday this year, it means that our midnight Mass of Christmas begins at 11.30 pm so that we finish at about 12.30 am on Christmas morning, welcoming Christmas day together. On Christmas morning at 10 am there is a short service suitable for children (as well as adults) to which I invite the children to bring one of their presents to show to me and others … because ‘he’ doesn't always call at my house!

And now we have come to this time of year it's a pleasure to say, ‘A Happy Christmas to you all’ – when it comes.

Ken Grant,
Rector, St John's Church.

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Sally and Liz would like to say a ‘Big Thank you’ to all the children and their parents who left this summer for the presents they received. For those who did not get to hear, they had a basket of dried flowers and Marks and Spencers vouchers. The four year olds had a party send off, enjoyed by all, except unfortunately Sally, who was in hospital, but is now much better and back with us.

On behalf of the new committee, I would like to thank the outgoing committee for their hard work last year, installing the new toilet facilities and fund-raising. The new committee is as follows:-

Nick Sparkes, Chairperson 0454 26xxxx
Nigel Smith, Treasurer 0454 26xxxx
Michelle Brassington, Secretary 0454 26xxxx
Liz Hill 0453 84xxxx
Helpers: Linda Bond, Sarah Tyler, Kathy Challinor,
Sally Griffiths, Supervisor 0453 84xxxx
Liz Goulding, Supervisor 0453 84xxxx

We would all be willing to listen to any new ideas or queries you have about playgroup.

The AGM was very poorly attended, five parents turned up, two of these do not have children at playgroup yet! WHERE WERE YOU? If the fees are to remain the same, we have to fund-raise and to do so we need help and support from parents. A little more enthusiasm from all parents would go a long way.

Friday 5th November the photographer will be at playgroup between 2 and 4 pm. Everyone is welcome.

Wednesday 24th November 2 to 4 pm Autumn Bazaar – everyone is welcome to come and have a browse and a cup of tea. For all those clever people out there, donations of home-made cakes, jam, pickles, decorations – anything we can sell would be wonderful.

Wednesday 15th December the proposed date for Carol Singing, so please look out for us.

Saturday 29th January 1994 Jumble Sale – please keep all your jumble for us, cakes and tombola prizes also needed.

This year the committee has three main projects:

1. Paint the lobby
2. Tarmac outside
3. Shed

If anyone has any contact that may be able to help us, please let one of the committee know.

Playgroup is open to all three and four year olds. To put your child's name down please contact Liz Hill 0453 84xxxx or see Sally or Liz at playgroup, they will be happy to give you more details.

Michelle Brassington,
Secretary

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The Autumn term at Toddlers promises to be very busy – both in numbers attending and in organised events.

We have been pleased to welcome ‘old’ and ‘new’ faces – many mums are probably relieved to be back into a normal routine after the summer break! New members and visitors are always welcome – the Group meets every Thursday from 10.15 to 11.30 am in the Memorial Hall.

We recently had a photographer attending Toddlers to take portraits, and are eagerly the results – all hoping that our child looks angelic enough for the photo to be suitable for Christmas presents! In the run-up to Christmas we are holding Usborne and Red House Book Parties, and a Mischief Clothes Party.

We have started a toy lending service to members, where for a small charge you can borrow many of our toys for a week.

On the social side, the children have a party on 16th December, and there will be a meal out for the adults. This could be your second chance to ‘escape’ from children and partners this term, if you came to our very enjoyable October skittles evening.

Our main fund-raising event this year, in aid of the Playground Appeal, will be the 80/20 sale you have probably seen advertised. We are aiming to sell unwanted, good quality ‘AS NEW’ children's clothes toys and baby equipment and return 80% of the income to the sellers, donating the remaining 20% to the Appeal in the form of an item of playground equipment. The sale is on Saturday November 27th from 12.00 to 3 pm in the Memorial Hall. There will be refreshments available.

For further details of how to put your unwanted good quality items in the sale please call any of the following telephone numbers:-

0453 84xxxx,
0453 84xxxx,
0454 26xxxx,
0454 26xxxx.

Anne Barnett
Secretary

Almost a decade ago, there was not a single Neighbourhood Watch scheme in our Police Divisional area, but under the Community Involvement Police officers, there are many schemes now in operation with more likely to follow.

It was in April 1987 that I first raised the concept of our developing one in Charfield – when the Annual Parish meeting was taking place – but no one then seemed particularly interested and so the Parish Council decided not to pursue the idea.

Five years later though this was rescinded and arrangements were made to hold a public meeting on November 3rd 1992, with a view to a corporate effort to make an impact on crime in the village. Follow-up meetings took place on December 10th and on February 25th 1993.

A Neighbourhood Watch Committee evolved as follows:-

Rev D W Parker, Co-ordinator 0454 26xxxx
Ilze Hicks, Administrator 0454 26xxxx
Nick Hubbard 0454 26xxxx
Nigel Knight
Dave Woodhouse 0454 84xxxx
Helen Woodhouse 0454 84xxxx
Ann Burnett, Treasurer 0454 26xxxx
Simon Parry 0454 26xxxx
Derek Hutchins 0454 26xxxx
Brian Davies 0454 26xxxx
John Poskett 0454 26xxxx
Brian Vallance 0454 26xxxx

The committee has met on many occasions and our thanks now go to Mrs Hicks who, using the Electoral Register, has been able to programme the Village with volunteer contact persons for so many houses each. It has taken us a while to get to where we are. There have been minor ‘teething troubles’ – one in particular being the availability of sufficient literature and window stickers due to the Police area stock being used up rather rapidly with the development of new Neighbourhood Watch areas. This has now been overcome and our apologies to those patient contacts who have been waiting to cover their ‘pitch’.

A voluntary contribution of £1 only is requested from each household that wishes to join the scheme. It is a ‘one off’ payment to enable us to purchase appropriate street signs, in due course, and to cover our administration. So far no money has been sought from Parish Council funds, though the Parish Council is prepared to help, should the need arise.

7The Police remind us that where a Neighbourhood Watch scheme has been in existence for 6 months or more and the scheme is likely to flourish, the Chief Constable is prepared to consent to the erection of street signs, subject to certain conditions.

For example, only signs of the approved format will be authorised and these must be purchased and insured in respect of Third Party risks at the expense of the Neighbourhood Watch scheme.

Similarly the 1988 Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) Regulation also specify conditions – one being that 14 days before any sign is put up, the local planning authority must be told where each is to be displayed and assured that they are properly authorised by the Police.

Readers may like to consider where they would suggest a location for a sign and advise their local contact who can refer the matter to a committee member.

May I, on behalf of the committee thank those who have volunteered to be a local contact, and state that it is my intention to invite them to a Village Hall (or Sportsman's Lounge) meeting – say on a quarterly basis, or whatever time span is deemed helpful.

If your address is not covered by a contact, maybe you might like to nominate someone – or even volunteer yourself.

By the time you read this article, we will have had our first Crime Prevention evening presented by Police Sgt. Wilkinson. I hope you found this important feature helpful.

I would conclude on another important matter which had been referred to Parish Councils, last August, by the Home Secretary, namely Parish Constables or Parish Wardens.

The Home Secretary proposes to create a brand new post of Parish Constable to help the police crack crime in rural areas, and he suggested a competition to find the best blue print for the job – to include specific duties, title and uniform!

The Home Secretary continues that: “Whatever title or role is decided upon, the parish constable would supplement the work of the police and focus the crime prevention efforts of local communities.

He or she would act as a new channel of communication between the public and the police, and focus the crime prevention efforts of local communities”

Both the Avon Local Councils Association and Charfield Parish Council have tentatively considered this communication from the Home Secretary, and without spelling out all their observations of disapproval, it was felt to be far more appropriate for the Avon and Somerset Constabulary to have a recruitment drive for their ‘Special Constabulary’ – a corps already in existence and already within the disciplinary control of County Constabularies.

Such recruitment, together with Neighbourhood Watch (and Farm Watch) would surely appear to be far more appropriate?

Finally two telephone numbers for contacting the Police (apart from 999 in a case of real emergency)

0272 62xxxx

For our Neighbourhood Watch co-ordinator, we liaise with the Community Affairs Dept. based at the Superintendents District HQ at Filton:- 0272 45xxxx

(REV) David W Parker
Co-ordinator

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After seven weeks holiday it was hard to get back to Cubs, but back we must go. On the first night I was greeted by twenty four boys between the ages of 8 and 11 all looking immaculate and full of enthusiasm. Wonderful how that spirit soon spreads to the Leaders. Steve Dibden (Charfield) and Vicky Runcie (Wickwar) are the helpers, with support from Steve Hake (Charfield)

Saturday 18th September was the day we spent at Woodhouse Scout Park where the Avon County Cub Camp was held. Unfortunately we were unable to camp during this weekend (Phew!!) It was brilliant with many activities available to the boys, and great weather too.

The Cubs in the Tigers come from Charfield, Wickwar, Rangeworthy, North Nibley and Tytherington.

Our plans this term include a visit to the Vets. (Notice I avoided any jokes here). A disabled persons awareness night where they will learn how two persons cope with Muscular Dystrophy and Thalidomide. Swimming, cooking, sawing and ironing – they can't wait for this one – and many more which I have not thought of yet.

Two minutes from the end of our match with the Lions the stupid referee gave a free kick to them, and they scored. We lost 4/5. Who was the referee? Me!!

Duncan Smith from Charfield has recently become the first Cub in the Tigers to have achieved his Adventure Crest Award. Well done, Duncan.

Happy Christmas, everyone

Mike Cheskin,
Akela, 1st Woodend Tigers
Cromhall

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As always the boys have been busy; we have held two camps, the July camp was held at Glenny Woods, Clevedon. The boys worked very hard to obtain their Navigator and Explorer badges. They even got me lost when we went on a five mile hike, I think we ended doing about eight miles.

The September camp was held at Woodhouse Park; this was the County camp, with about 1,800 boys and girls (yes, girls) camping out for the weekend. They all had a wonderful opportunity to try out many activities – rifle shooting, abseiling, branding, archery and many others.

My only problem that weekend was with my older boys – the rotten Ventures who played tricks on me all weekend, but I got my own back which I'll tell you about some time – it was a good joke and went down well.

Some of the boys have just completed the Woodend walk, a few took part in the 25km walk. Well done to all of you who took part and thank you for your support.

The boys have started football again after a short rest (nothing to do with being beaten by Tigers last season). We haven't lost a match yet – guess who beat the Tigers 5-4 (sorry couldn't resist). Keep up the good work boys.

Our future events will be a visit to Bristol Airport, ice skating, the District Zoo quest and last but not least the District Swimming gala.

I think that brings you up to date.
Yours in Scouting

Audrey Chappell,
Akela, 1st Woodend Lions.
Charfield

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The final account for the Summer Fayre shows that £1830 was raised – well done everyone who worked on the day and everyone who attended. Next year's bash is already being planned – please make a note that the date is Saturday, 16 July – and, to compliment the centenary celebrations of both the school and the parish council, the event will have a Victorian theme. Thinking-caps on, please, ideas for stalls, etc., to the Secretary (F 26xxxx).

The play area is well under way and looking very impressive. We should all be very grateful to the sub-committee (named elsewhere in the newsletter) for all the hours they have put in on behalf of the younger villagers. Fund-raising will continue even after the last piece of bark has been put in – the cost of the playground installation has yet to be reached, and thereafter there will be the cost of maintenance.

This brings us to a difficult issue. Some fund-raising events have not received the hoped-for support (the treasure hunts, two dances with excellent live bands, tug of war, to name but a few). The same faithful few are to be seen at most events. In a village of 750 dwellings, this is surprising. Something is not quite right.

The question is, what? Wrong type of event? Wrong timing? Apathy? Those who have joined in the fun have enjoyed themselves immensely – if you have not yet put a toe into the water, try it – you might like it. If you have an idea for an event, let us know. We'll try almost anything once!

With this in mind, please note that the Christmas Grand Draw will be held at the Christmas Dance on Saturday, 18th December. Please buy tickets for both!

Your Management Committee

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Due to my ancient greyhound's appalling (and grossly expensive) injury to his right hind knee cruciate ligament, I have not been out walking the paths too much of late. It doesn't seem right to walk without the dog, somehow. Anyway, after 5 months of recovery, he can now go back out on regular, if shorter, walks. So, back to work. The Woodend Scout 10km walk (this morning) was wonderful – blazing sunshine, beautiful views. Shame about the mud. En route, I noted that some stiles were being obscured by intrusive sprigs of hedge and bramble. If you have volunteered to adopt a path, please would you walk your path and carry out a maintenance check? Thank you.

As the last Xmas ramble was so well supported, there will be another one this year, on Monday, 27th December, 10:30, meet at the village hall car park. After last year's experience, I thought it better to separate the strollers from the walkers, so there will be a gentle ‘family amble’, and a more testing ‘route march’ for you to choose from. Remember to wear wellies or boots. Pushchairs are non-starters.

Thanks again to all farmers and landowners who have been so helpful this year. It is much appreciated.

You live in the countryside – go out and see it, smell it, relish it, and respect it. Throw away your plastic step and leotard – climb a hill instead.

J O'Connor-Beach,
Footpath Warden (Voluntary)

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“What on earth is going on at the school?” – a question many local residents may have been asking since mid-August. What at first glance resembles a demolition site is in fact work on the main Centenary Project, namely landscaping across the front of the school. Behind the mound of earth a substantial stone-faced wall has been rising, thanks to two artisans from Leyhill Prisons Community Link Unit. Virtually unseen from the road it will retain the soil which, when spread sloping towards the footpath, will be planted with trees and shrubs. A Centenary Stone will then be positioned for all to read followed finally by new low level fencing plus new gates.

When completed, the whole project should greatly enhance the appearance of both the school and the village.

To compensate for the loss of part of the front playground a new Junior playground has been laid behind the Foundation Room.

We regard ourselves extremely fortunate to have come across a ‘Fairy Godmother’ in the shape of Western Roadstone (RMC) who have provided most of the above as a gesture to the school and the village.

Centenary events began at the end of the Summer Term when a party was held for all our children to commemorate the centenary of the of the laying of the Foundation Stone. 100 balloons were released, classes provided entertainment and Miriam Ealey's Centenary Cake was cut and distributed. Children leaving Charfield School were presented with a Centenary Souvenir mug which all current pupils will receive at a suitable time during the year.

To raise money towards the cost of the mugs, yours truly undertook a never-to-be-repeated 24 hour Sponsored Disco with the Parent Teacher Association providing refreshments during the evening and night plus a Breakfast and Lunch Barbecue on the Saturday morning! For those who might be interested, a total of 406 singles were played during the 24 hour period!

The next Centenary event is the ‘Night of 100 Bangs’ on Thursday 4th November from 6 pm onwards. The P.T.A. are planning a bigger than ever Bonfire and Fireworks extravaganza this time and we hope that many Charfield residents will join us!

Special Centenary Christmas Cards will soon be available with illustrations by children of the school – please contact the school if you would like some!

Finally on the subject of the Centenary we are trying to contact as many former pupils and staff as possible. Once we have names and addresses we shall be contacting them with a view to borrowing photographs and other items related to their time in school. It is hoped that a Centenary Booklet and on Open Weekend next April will include contributions from many ex-Charfieldites!!

Please contact the school if you are an ex-pupil or member of staff so that we can compile a register

SCHOOL GOVERNORS

The Governors of Charfield School are looking to fill a vacancy on the Governing Body which exists as one of three co-opted appointments. Somebody local who has experience in Industry, Finance, Building etc. is sought who could bring their expertise to bear now that schools are very much ‘self-managing’.

Please contact me if you would be interested in serving the school in this way.

C. F. Sreeves,
Headteacher,
Charfield Primary School

The higher ups and powers that be
Never listen to you and me
We are the ones who have to live
With the decisions they make
The answers they give
We have to put up with the great big lorries
That are based in the yard at Charfield Mills
We have to put up with the screaming noise
Of jet planes flying lower than the hills
We have to put up with all sorts of things
That are foisted upon us, and they make me cringe
We write letters of protest, what good does it do
They take no account of our points of view
Sometimes I think those who make the rules
Are just a bunch of silly fools
They pamper the villains of the piece
The victims are left begging on their knees
They can get no recompense
The world today doesn't make much sense
Where are we going to, it's all so sad
I think we are all being driven mad

Ethel Williams

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Many of us have probably had this thought pass through our minds, but then have done nothing about it because the prospect has appeared to be too daunting. “Where shall I start? What records do I need to look for? Where are they to be found? Will I have to travel long distances to find my families' records? Will it be expensive?”

Well, help is at hand. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have been interested in genealogy for well over a century and have been collecting records throughout this period. In the early days, written records were saved. For example, an early branch of the Church was established at Wotton-under-Edge in the 1840's and their membership records were saved and sent to the Church's Headquarters at Salt Lake City. The revolution in record keeping came about with the advent of microfilm. The Church has teams of camera operators throughout the Country, who, with permission, film many records which have now been saved for posterity. Nearly all their work is available locally. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are established at Wellington Road, Yate, and the Yate Family History Centre is contained within the Chapel Building.

The facilities of the Centre are made available to the public as well as church members, and the staff are always prepared to give help and advice to newcomers. Many records are held in stock, but, for example, a copy of a film of a parish record for a village in Yorkshire would have to be borrowed from their central library stock in the Midlands. In such a case, a small rental fee would be charged, but otherwise no charge is made for the use of the Centre's facilities.

Anyone interested in taking up this fascinating and revealing hobby should make an appointment to visit the Centre, by phoning 0454 32xxxx during opening hours or 0454 88xxxx at any other time. The Centre is open on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings from 10.30 am to 1.00 pm and on Thursday and Friday evenings from 7.00 pm to 9.30 pm, There are two Family History Groups active in the area at present. The Wotton-Under-Edge Family History Group meet monthly at Wotton Library and the Sodbury Vale Family History Group meet at the Shire Way Community Centre, Yate, on The 2nd Wednesday of each month. Visitors and new members are always very welcome at these meetings.

Paul Starr
Director
Yate Family History Centre.

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This probably seems a bit late, but I hope you all had an enjoyable Summer. The weather was quite kind to us.

Firstly, I think by the time this Newsletter is printed we will have had our Open Evening – Fashion Show by New Look of Yate, all the profits from this will be donated to Childline. So, I hope you all had a good time, details of money raised next time.

Coffee morning will be held on Wednesday 17th November, so come along and browse at the stalls, have a cup of coffee or tea and a game of Bingo.

Our Annual trip this year will be to Birmingham on a Christmas Shopping Expedition; it is scheduled for November 20th, which is a Saturday, to leave about 9 am and return by 6.30 pm. More details from me on 26xxxx.

Our Christmas Dinner will be on December 16th, more details from myself or a committee member.

Looking forward, we are now starting to seek out possible new committee members for next March. It might seem a long way off, but it does tend to creep up on us rather quickly once Christmas and New Year have finished. Your new Chairlady next March will be Julie Ash, so if you feel you could give us some of your time, now is the time to start thinking about it.

Well, have a wonderful Christmas and a Healthy New Year.

Elaine, 0454 26xxxx

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Most of those who are named on our village War Memorial now lie in the fields of France or Belgium, some in unmarked graves. Many people may not be aware that two are actually buried within the confines of the village, in the Parish Churchyard.

Arthur Thomas Fowler is one of these. A son of Mr and Mrs Thomas Fowler of Wharf Road, he answered his country's call soon after war was declared in August 1914, enlisting in the 5th Battalion of the Gloucestershire Regiment. He was under 18 at the time. In may 1915 he transferred to the 10th Battalion, Worcestershire Regiment and crossed to France on 19th July 1915, At the time of the year the 10th Worcesters were billeted near to the village of Neuve Chapelle, the scene of a major battle in the previous March. On the evening of 4th January 1916, the Battalion took up its place in the trenches for a tour of duty, relieving the 9th Cheshires. At this time Neuve Chapelle was a quiet sector but the front line was always a dangerous place to be, with shelling, snipers, random machine gun fire and enemy raids a constant hazard. During their three day stint the Worcesters lost one killed and five wounded. One of the wounded was Arthur Fowler, reported as having sustained a bullet wound in his left side on 6th January. He was evacuated to a base hospital, where he underwent an operation before being put on a ship for England. Upon landing he was dispatched by rail to the Central Military Hospital at Colchester, Essex. His wound proved troublesome and he spent much time in hospitals before being discharged from the Army on 18th October 1916. Upon returning to Charfield his condition began to deteriorate and he underwent yet another operation in Bristol General Hospital in mid-November. It was to no avail. He died shortly after, at home, on 25th November, aged 20. After a funeral service at St John's on 29th November, he was laid to rest in the Churchyard. Having searched the Churchyard, I have been unable to locate his grave. It is probable that it is now overgrown and lost. If this is the case, it is sad to think in his own village he must now be classified as having no known grave.

In contrast, the grave of Herbert Percy Davis is prominent, facing the well known memorial to victims of the 1928 train crash. WO Davis the son of Herbert and Emily of Mill Yard, joined the RAF in 1938, having formerly worked at Charfield Mill as a printer. In December 1943, he was serving with 101 Squadron, Bomber Command, based at Ludford Magna, Lincolnshire, as a Wireless Operator on Lancasters. In the late afternoon of 16th December 1943, WO Davis' Lancaster took off to join nearly five hundred others on an operation to bomb Berlin. This raid was one of a series, from August 1943 to March 1944, intended to destroy the German capital and bringing to an end the war. The Lancaster in which he flew was unusual. It was known as an ‘Airborne Cigar’ or ABC aircraft. In addition to a normal bomb load it carried three wireless transmitters and an additional German speaking crew member, whose job it was to jam and confuse the Luftwaffe night fighter controllers' instructions. Flying a direct route via Holland the Lancaster delivered its load on Berlin before returning via Denmark, having successfully escaped the attentions of the German defences. On arriving over England just before midnight, the returning crews found that low cloud had descended over their home airfields. Ground controllers struggled to talk the aircraft down and advised the pilots to land where they could. The problem was that the nearest clear airfields were in Scotland or the West of England and most aircraft did not have sufficient fuel to reach there. WO Davis' Lancaster flew west searching for a place to land. Shortly after midnight the pilot reported he was low on fuel. He attempted to bring the aircraft down below the cloud and at twenty seven minutes past midnight it crashed into high ground at Eastington in the Cotswolds. Possibly it was hoping to land at the nearby Little Rissington airfield. Of the eight man crew, only the mid-upper and Rear Gunners survived. Herbert Davis' funeral was held on 23rd December 1943. He was 25 years old when he died and married to Joan, who came from Middlewich in Cheshire.

The 16th and 17th December 1943 was the worst night of the Second World War for Bomber Command, in terms of aircraft lost over England. Twenty eight crashed that night and four were abandoned by their crews, compared with twenty five lost over Germany. The cloud over England claimed one hundred and twenty seven lives.

In this season of remembrance, please spare a thought for these two men, and their comrades at arms, as you pass by the War Memorial.

Graham Adams.

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Sundays: Sunday School 11.00 am
Family Church on the first Sunday of each month
Communion is also observed after evening worship on the first Sunday of each month.

Ruth is not too happy about writing this article again, as Podgie is sitting in my thought chair! I intend however to make this letter a little more amusing. (Please remember though, I meant what I said last time)

Cats Not the musical, but the common or garden moggy, there are three in my life – no, sorry, four counting Kathleen's Blackie (who loves his worm pills!).

By now everyone, I assume, knows that I work at a local inn, where the superior staff consists of one dog and two cats. The dog is super, she greets me each morning with a wonderful welcome and a face wash, but then allows me to start work. However, the felines have other ideas. ‘Wellie’ is a great long tabby thing, who stalks about watching every movement of Hoover, Mop and Duster. If you happen to disturb him in his observations you either get swiped round the ear or scratched on the hand for being negligent! Hence the nickname – Boss Cat!! I am not quite sure of another name for his sister ‘Boots’ as she is fairly approachable although on occasions does take her life in her own paws by crossing the main road, maybe Suicide Sis would be appropriate!!

Podgie is now nicknamed ‘Amnesiac’ as he has been back to Melrose yet again. Thankfully he was not impressed with the cuisine, – none – so has come home to stop home!

Yet another cat has recently been brought to my attention, I was fortunate the other day to have a visit from Irene, a very dear friend for many years. She also has a cat called, believe it or not, Rambo. His latest escapade I am reliably informed, involved the de-fleaing of himself, Irene and the whole house from top to bottom. I now pronounce him Sir Fleabag.

Back to Sense: May I thank all the Donors for their wonderful gifts of fruit, veg and flowers presented to our Harvest Thanksgiving. A marvellous display.

Come with all thine angels, come,
Raise the glorious harvest home
(Henry Alford)

Preachers

Oct 17th Linda Carey and Friend
24th Col. Holmes (S.A.)
31st Mr & Mrs Harper.
Nov 7th Mr Harry Aspinall – AM, Mr F Witchard – PM
14th United Service of Remembrance at St John's Church 3.00pm
21st Mr G A Wicks
28th Mr G Stephens
Dec 3rd Christmas concert by the Frampton Male Voice Choir 7.30pm
5th Mr G Tanner – AM, Mr J Mills – PM
12th Mr A J Horne
19th Mr M Taylor
26th Mr John Sutton

Just a final note. Please could you all remember and hopefully attend the Christmas concert on Friday 3rd December.

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am seeking assistance with a guide book I am compiling entitled “Arts, Crafts & Rural Industries in the Southern Cotswolds”. The aim of the guide is to bring local artists and craftspeople to the wider attention of residents, tourists and other visitors to the area. Without personally visiting every town & village in the Southern Cotswolds, I believe the most profitable way to locate and alert potential entrants to the guide is through Parish & Community Magazines.

I should be most grateful therefore, if you could assist by publishing this letter in a forthcoming issue of the Parish Magazine. I will be pleased to hear from anyone who produces, designs or sells art, crafts and home-grown or home-made produce on a full- or part-time basis and who would like to bring their skills to the notice of more people.

Anyone interested in being included or requiring further details should contact me at xx, Whitehall, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 1HA. Tel.: 0453-75xxxx

Thank you for your help.

Yours faithfully,

Michael Bird.

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18th March 1944

Those among us who were present at the briefing for Frankfurt on this particular night may remember the description of the defences and the need for extreme caution. Due to the direction of approach to the target it was absolutely essential that the alteration of course to clear the target was to be made two minutes after the bomb release. The reason for this early turn was due to the fact Mannheim was only a few miles south and was heavily defended. A lonely bomber in that area would suffer heavily, so track keeping was essential. To add to the excitement a battery of searchlights had been set up west of the target area and extended for several miles along our route out of the target. It was stressed that we stick to the track despite its apparent danger as the alternatives could be worse.

I am sure I must have pointed out this requirement for an early turn on several occasions, until the skipper must have been sick of hearing it. To my mind being shot down over Frankfurt was one thing but to be shot down over Mannheim which we were not bombing would have been quite unfair.

Briefing complete, we set off for what we hoped would be an uneventful trip. As we approached the target everything seemed normal, we could see fires, flares, shells etc. but nothing was immediately threatening us. Uppermost in my mind was the fact that as soon as I had recorded ‘Bombs Gone’ I would have to get ready with the order to alter course to avoid Mannheim.

We had settled down on the bombing run and I with pencil poised was waiting to record the time of bomb release, our speed and heading. Suddenly I hear Tom the mid upper gunner scream “Lookout Bill” then at the same instant as both turrets opened fire, there was a terrific explosion in the fuselage which left us stunned for an instant. “Corkscrew port” shouted Bill and down we went like a ton of bricks with me trying to prevent my navigation instruments from flying off the table in all directions. For a brief period confusion reigned, everyone was trying to get his own particular message through, I was telling the wireless operator to go back and put the fire out which was burning under the mid upper turret, he was trying to tell everyone we were on fire, and the ‘Bomb Aimer’ could be faintly heard trying to say something.

This was all too much for the skipper who raising his voice, gave us the order to ‘Belt up’ which we obeyed immediately and silence was restored. During this time we were still hurtling earthwards in the first stage of our fighter evasive tactics.

“Now” said the skipper “What were you saying Bomb Aimer” and back came the reply in his normal slow and quiet Canadian drawl, “I can pick up the target markers, so go left, left, steady, ease out of your dive” followed by “Bombs gone”. That was a relief at least, considering that we were on fire still.

“Right, wireless operator, what were you saying?”

“We are on fire in the vicinity of the mid upper” came the reply.

“Alright, go back and see if you can put it out” was his order. During this exchange I was getting desperate as I knew my information was absolutely essential otherwise we would tangle with Mannheim but at last my turn came and I was able to get my message through.

While this was going on I could see that the fire was beginning to make the mid upper uncomfortable as it was flaring up around his seat. After wriggling about a little while, I was not surprised to see him get out of his turret, fortunately unharmed. When comparative calm had descended on the crew, the skipper carried out his normal routine check asking each crew member to report in turn. We were very thankful to hear that all were present and uninjured except for Tom who had not answered. I explained this away by reporting that he was standing near his turret, but when I looked he was not to be seen. One of us was detailed to find out what had happened but before we could move he reappeared looking rather dishevelled carrying a fire extinguisher. It later transpired that he had climbed out of his turret to put the fire out but during our violent aerobatics he had slipped in some oil and finished up near the tail of the aircraft. Regaining his feet he had struggled forward again only to discover that the fire had been blown out by the stream of air coming through the shell hole in our side.

The crew now all accounted for, we should have felt happier, but Bill the rear gunner had reported that his turret was out of action and could only be rotated manually. This was not a good situation so as soon as Tom was plugged into 17 the intercom he was told of the trouble with the rear turret which meant he would have to be doubly vigilant. There was silence for a few minutes until Tom spoke up, “Skipper, I hate to tell you this but my turret is also out of action”, this was disastrous, we were defenceless.

After a few experiments it was discovered that one turret was capable of firing its guns but had to be manually manipulated, whereas the other turret could not fire. By careful co-operation between the gunners and a bit of luck, we might survive another attack.

I would have given anything to avoid the searchlight belt which we were now approaching but our orders were very strict, we had to cross it. It may have been that the fighters were patrolling outside the searchlight belt waiting for those who decided not to face it, but whatever the case, despite the fears, we didn't see another fighter all the way home.

When we had landed we naturally examined the damage which appeared to have been a 20mm cannon shell in the fuselage and smaller calibre machine gun bullets in the tail unit. These had been fired from a Junkers JU88. On closer inspection we discovered that the bomb bay floor had several shrapnel holes in it, so perhaps our 4,000 lb bomb had been burning when we dropped it. The biggest shock was waiting for the wireless operator whose attention was drawn to a large shrapnel hole caused by a piece which had gone out through the fuselage about nine inches behind his head. The turret failure and fire puzzled us until it was discovered that one hydraulic line to the mid-upper turret had been ruptured by the shell and on the other side of the fuselage the rear gunner's hydraulic line was pierced by a piece of shrapnel causing a hole less than ⅛″ across.

If only that fighter pilot had known our situation, it might have ended differently, but then again we did not know his fate as he had come up against two very determined gunners who at one stage were firing at him from point blank range.

Steve Masters

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Well hello and what were you doing on the night of the 12th. August?

Half way through Whoopi Goldberg's epic – The Colour Purple – we left the comfort of our lounge to see the meteorite shower – the Star Cluster – or so we'd hoped. The sky was cloudy, however we were not deterred. We stood with our necks stretched upwards. You know when you want to see something, you imagine that you can – “Oh, there's a flash” – “Is that it?”. We all believed something was happening. One hour later and with glazed eyes we came back in.

The next morning we heard that no-one in Great Britain could see anything! “Oh great”, I thought, not knowing whether Whoopi Goldberg lived to tell the tale.

One of the news reporters was in Ireland, Ballyclerney or some such name. Apparently a good sighting had been predicted in the early hours the morning. At 3 am, a woman had dragged her screaming child past the Radio 4 man (not knowing who he was) saying that the news bloke should be shot. Well, I thought, going out at that time of day, at least she'd have seen the end of the film.

We decided this summer to forgo the heady heights of Guatemala and, as Keith's folks were trekking Nice & St. Trop, we'd yet again hit the Kent coast – rolls off the tongue better than ten days at Dymchurch. Sophie was fed up, stating that for yet another year these Smiths were not attacking Europe, so I decided to take them all to Boulogne via the Seacat.

It was great. We didn't take the car, just travelled over, all relaxed, not too burdened with duty-free, just to drink in the atmosphere. We climbed aboard clutching our copy of Berlitz in case my five years training at school didn't return.

Being in seats of six, we were joined by a couple. He picked up on the fact that I was brushing up and started asking those sorts of questions that have you leaping from being total strangers to old-time buddies – you know what I mean? Poor old Sophie was next with a barrage of questions in German when he discovered that she had just completed her first year studies. And what was he? A German teacher. Soph was brill. He was impressed. I stuck my head in the duty-free book. Of course they weren't going to amble around Boulogne, they'd done that. They were off to Le Touquet for lunch. “Trust you”, I thought.

We were soon on French soil, ordered our coffees & two cokes (thank heavens I bought that book) and played tourists. We came Rue Victor Hugo and The Grape Shop. I leapt through the door (I had read in the welcoming manual that he had a second hand shop in Battersea, South London). Well, he nearly had a fit when I appeared, telling him that I used to get the 49 bus in the Northcote Road to travel to school. “Oh actually” he exclaimed in his grape treading voice, “My colleague is in charge of THAT branch.” Talk about disown your roots. I could tell that he knew that I knew, etc., etc. I left the premises and he obviously breathed a sigh of relief.

As advised by a dear friend, we walked onwards and upwards into the ‘back streets’ and found some delightful shops. We purchased some delicious yummies from Le or La Patisserie and, coming to a welcoming seat, commenced eating. The seat was situated on a very steep roadside. We were slowly being approached by an old lady with shopping bag, walking stick, bent over nearly double. “Quick everyone, up we get. She can sit down.” Well she didn't want that, did she? She pointed uphill and WOULD NOT sit down. “She wants help” said Keith and proceeded uphill.

I did actually have my camera in my bag but was so busy chuckling to myself absorbing the scene, I just did not think about it. There was Keith, old lady on his arm, still carrying the backpack with three baguettes sticking out the top, one still upright and two bent in half hanging downwards. What a laugh.

They disappeared from vision. Fifteen minutes and still no sign of my dear husband. Lawrence was getting worried. “Shall I look for him”, he asked. “No fear”, I answered, “One bloke missing is enough.” Keith suddenly appeared (this is more exciting than a Famous Five adventure). He relayed the event. They approached a house. Keith had to ring the bell as the old lady couldn't reach it!! The door was opened by a woman who was absolutely furious (not fabulous) at the old girl. Whether she was mad that she had journeyed on her own, we will never know. She started shouting at my Keith. He told me he kept saying “No comprende, no comprende.” Well that sounds Italian for a start, I told him. I should have given him the Berlitz – still that's really just for chemists and buying three kilos of peaches. Anyway, he escaped. We walked on. Talk about finding the true Boulogne.

The remainder of our day was truly pleasant and you can guess who we sat next to on the way home, can't you?

19 Sophie was banned from swimming for a year when she had her grommets put in, so I thought a crash course for brushing up was in order. While they were having their lesson, in between dashing up and down like a person possessed, I chattered to another Mum. It turned out she did theatre designing (stage not hospital) and her husband wrote plays for HTV! “What do you do?”, she enquired. “Well”, I said, “This and that. I supervise at lunchtimes in our primary school and”, deciding not to tell her how I really fill my days, “I am trying to break into the literary world.” Alright, get the laughter over with.

Our old cat died in March this year, aged 17 years. “That's it”, I said, “No more pets.” Still armed though with a hamster and three guinea pigs. However I soon said “OK then, one day”, as you do. We telephoned the Animal Rescue but I think the lady had a break away, so we waited. Sophie and I decided to peruse the shops down the Gloucester Road and particularly a card shop. We could not find said shop but found pet shops instead. Need I spell it out? We now own ‘Trixie’, from the Geldof mould I thought, who now adorns out lounge curtains, leaps onto the welsh dresser from the clothes airer and slides down my thighs – thank heavens it's autumn and leggings! I've today slung the Swiss Cheese plant out into the garden – it couldn't take any more flying leaps from the slowly ravaged Yucca! But we love her!!

Well I'm coming to a close now. Mary has phoned, I've had yet another reprieve – she's so encouraging – but must tell a final tale. Imagine, if you can, Keith and I desperately in love – how about that then – just engaged, mooching about the Ideal Home Exhibition. Well, one of the ‘Two For A Pound’ knives I bought – the handle has just dropped off. I know it's twenty years, but so? I purchased one of the Kitchen Devils. I had more plasters on me than Boots had in stock. No matter how I sliced or diced, I was attacked. Keith doesn't know, but I think he had a sliver of me in his lettuce. Is that romance or what?

Take care – see you soon.

Marilyn

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Tel Nos commencing 84 use STD code 0453, all others use STD code 0454. If any information shown is incorrect, please contact the Editors as soon as possible so that amendments can be made before the next issue.

Baby Sitting Circle
Lisa Tucker (Secretary) 26xxxx

British Legion
Mr J Poskett (Spokesman) 26xxxx

Brownies – 2nd Charfield
Mrs V MacLellan 26xxxx

CHADRA
Mr G Blower (Hon. Sec.) 26xxxx

Charfield Primary School
C F Sreeves (Headteacher) 26xxxx

Childminders
Mrs P Loveridge (Secretary) 26xxxx

Congregational Church
Ruth Williams 26xxxx

Council – District
Mr E Gadsby (Councillor) 26xxxx

Council – Parish
Catherine Holmes (Clerk) 84xxxx

Cricket Club
Mrs D Bradley (Secretary) 84xxxx

Football Club
Mr P Kirby (Secretary) 31xxxx

Friendship Club
Mr E Orton (Chairman) 26xxxx

Guides
Mrs Westlake (Leader) 26xxxx
Tonia Williams (Asst. Leader)

Hall Management Committee
Mr J Poskett (Chairman) 26xxxx

Keep Fit Club
Mrs S Colla (Enquiries) 26xxxx

Ladies Club
Mrs E Popham 26xxxx

Luncheon Club for the Elderly
Mrs J Higgins 26xxxx

Mothers & Toddlers
Anne Barnett (Secretary) 26xxxx

Neighbourhood Watch
Rev D Parker (Co-ordinator) 26xxxx

Newsletter
Mrs M Hall (Editor) 88xxxx
Mrs C Knibbs (Editor) 26xxxx

PTA – Primary School & KLB
Mrs M Clarke (Secretary) 26xxxx

Play Group
Michelle Brassington (Secretary) 26xxxx

Police
Chipping Sodbury Police Station 27xxxx

St John's Church
Rev K Grant (Rector) 26xxxx

Tennis Club
Mrs C Haines (Secretary) 84xxxx

Transport Scheme for the Elderly & Housebound
Mrs M Blower 26xxxx

Venture Scouts
Mr B Savage (PRO) 84xxxx

Women's Institute
Mrs G Ludwell (President) 84xxxx

Woodend Scout Group
Mr B Wright (Leader) 26xxxx
Mrs T Davies (Redwood) 26xxxx

1st Woodend Lions
Mrs A Chappell (Akela)

1st Woodend Tigers
Mr M Cheskin (Akela) 84xxxx

Youth Club
Mr C Slowley (Leader) 26xxxx
Jackie Rayfield (Leader)

Transcriber Notes

This issue was produced on 20 sides of A4 paper.

Personal phone numbers and addresses have been redacted.

Minor typographical corrections and presentational changes have been made without comment.

Digitization by Brendan O'Connor.

Last update: 2017-01-21.