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Clay Pigeon Shoot 2017 Jim Davidson stars at show
PAGES 4 and 5
THE LOCAL MAGAZINE FOR THE SOMBORNES AND ASHLEY JUNE 2017
Also in this edition:
Parish Assembly New chairman elected
PAGE 8 and 9
Annual Parochial Church
Meeting PAGES 16
Captain Noah coming to
town! Village Musical so come and join
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Stretch and Tone at IYENGAR YOGA CLASSES
suitable for all levels of experience
King’s Somborne:
Mon 9.30-11am & Thurs 9.30–11am in Working Mens Club
Tues 6-7.30pm & 7.30-9pm in Epworth Hall
Houghton:
Wednesday 7.30-9pm & Friday 9.30-11am at Studio Yoga
Carolyn Ryan 01794 388743 [email protected]
Richard Penfold Local firewood production specialist
Seasoned dry stored logs and kindling
Timber sourced only from sustainable local woodlands
Firewood available throughout the year
Professional and personal service
Telephone: 01794 389603 Mob: 079000 61158
Owton’s Traditional Butchers at Kimbridge Farm Shop
Sourced from local farmers Beef, Lamb, Award Winning Faggots and Sausages
Locally sourced produce including fresh fruit and vegetables, bread, and a large range of cheese
Bring this advert when you visit in June or July,
spend £25 and get £5 off!
[email protected] Kimbridge Farm Shop, Kimbridge Lane,
Nr Romsey SO51 0LE Tel: 01794 341681
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CALL PAUL ON 07886 361791 OR EMMA ON 07920 289341
C&S Mechanical Services
Service & Commissioning Of All Heating Systems;
Oil, Gas & LPG
Installations of Oil Tanks, Heating Systems,
Both Commercial & Domestic
Unvented & Vented Hot Water Systems, Radiator
Changes, Power Flushes, Solar Energy Approved
No Obligation Free Quotation on request
£2 Million Liability Insurance.
All Work Guaranteed
No Job Too Small, No Job Too Big
LOGS FOR SALE Seasoned hardwood from
managed woodland in Little Somborne
Available in 200 litre bags or 850 litre truck loads
Free delivery for local customers
Tel: 01264 811362
Email: [email protected]
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CORBEN PLANT & CONSTRUCTION LTD
Building Contractors and Civil Engineering
All building works undertaken
New Build
Extensions
Property Maintenance
Experienced in Listed Building Works
UPVC fascias, windows and doors and all purpose-made joinery
supplied and fitted
All aspects of Carpentry - Cut Roofing specialists
Ground works - own Plant and Equipment
For free estimates and advice
Tel: 01794 884039 Mobile: 07860 924330
E-mail: [email protected]
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The Somborne & District Society
Talks on Local History and related subjects.
Visits to places of interest - Quarterly Newsletter
Visitors always welcome!
Regular meetings held on the
4th Wednesday of each month - 8.00pm, in King’s Somborne Village Hall
Refreshments from 7.30 pm
Contact : Gordon Pearson 01794 388662; [email protected]
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Why not use the Village Hall as a meeting place or as a venue for your party?
Available for single events or regular meetings
Contact Sarah Pennington (email please):
[email protected] 01794 389354 (evenings)
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Tel: 01794 388489 Email: [email protected]
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COUNTRY BUILDERS Property Repairs
Alterations
Roofing & Guttering
Painting & Decorating
Patios & Brickwork
Carpentry & Fencing
Pvc Cladding & Windows
Free Estimates
Mob 07747 773327 Tel 01794 516320
LES SMITH PLASTERING CONTRACTOR
Family run business
Over 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE
Fully insured
TELEPHONE ROMSEY 01794 367319 07798905087 For a free estimate
Michael Lethbridge
Project Design
and Project Co-ordination Services
Land, Commercial, Agricultural
and Residential Properties
Mobile: 07842 195166
Email: [email protected]
Linda Hairstylist (mobile)
With 30 years’ experience
Qualified and insured
Ladies, gents and children
All work undertaken
Tel: 07778 428030 01794 390625
TJH PROPERTY
MEDIATION
We can provide a flexible, confidential way of resolving land and property
disputes without going to court.
Let me help you find a solution.
Please call Tracey Harris on 07788 498062
or email [email protected]
You can find out more about the process at www.tjhpropertymediation.co.uk
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Parish Church
Area Dean: Revd Canon Tim Sledge
01794 513125 07884008901
PA to Area Dean:
Licensed Lay Ministers: Sue Holligan
Howard Rowe
01794 388484
01794 388400
Warden: David Bevan 07769 682696
PCC Secretary:
David Bevan
07769 682696
Treasurer & Gift Aid Sec:
Claire Bevan 01794 341923
Flowers: Penny Ward 01794 389649
Methodist Church
Minister:
Revd Ruth Fry 01962 882828
Steward: Pam Gravenor 01794 388531
Roman Catholic Churches
Hampshire Downs parish 01962 852804
St Swithun Wells parish 02380 273882
Village Hall
Bookings: Sarah Pennington 01794 389354
(tel. after 7.30pm please) or email
Epworth Hall
Bookings:Marion Downing 01794 388121
Doctors
Stockbridge surgery 01264 810524
www.stockbridgesurgery.co.uk
Broughton surgery 01794 301210
Pharmacy
Stockbridge Pharmacy 01264 810624
Schools
Somborne Pre-School
King’s Somborne School
Test Valley School
07530 893773
01794 388381
01264 810555
Police
Crimestoppers
Police Station
Urgent calls
0800 555 111
101
999
Neighbourhood Watch
Andrew Brock 01794 388227
Parish Council
Clerk: Peter Storey 01794 389688
Borough Councillor
Tony Ward 01794 389649
County Councillor
Andrew Gibson 01264 861138
Member of Parliament
Caroline Nokes MP
Romsey & Soton North Conservatives
01794 521155
Village Correspondent Jo Finch 01794 388462
Village Website
www.thesombornes.org.uk
The Gauntlet
Editor: Harvey Saunders 01794 388029
Advertising: Sue Byram 01794 388521
Distribution: Lin Curtis 01794 389373
Please deliver articles for
The Gauntlet to
or The Post Office.
Copy date is no later than 5.00pm on
the 15th of the month please.
Useful names and numbers
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Allotments Contact: [email protected]
Lisa Johnson 07796175875 or 388504
Art and Crafts group
Contacts: Pam Watson 01794 388429
Madeline Edmonds 01794 389014
Badminton Club
Monday evenings in the Village Hall
Contact: Sue Jackson 01794 388884
Bellringing
Every Monday 7.30 - 9.00pm.
Contact: Sue Spurling 01794 388266
Catherine Edwards Trust
Provides grants to village students
Contact: David Bevan 07769 682696
Cricket Club
Contact: Frank Fahy 01794 388314
Christians Together in
Somborne and District
Welcome all to open and ecumenical
meetings and services throughout the year.
Community Responders
Contacts: Lesley Everard-Evans
01794 388991
Dial-a-Ride
Trips to Romsey every Wednesday, for
senior citizens and disabled people, at
2.00pm. Fare £2.00.
Contact: Dick or Zoe 01264 356808
Drop In Coffee Morning
Coffee morning at the Epworth Hall.
Every Tuesday (except the second in the
month) at 10.30am.
Epworth Lunch
Lunch for over 50s at the Epworth Hall.
On the second Tuesday in the month at
12.30pm.
Contacts: Sue Jackson 01794 388884
Marilyn Bolton 01794 389356
Friends of King’s Somborne Church
Contact: Michael Templeman 01794
388191
Football Club
Contact: Andy Gannaway 01794 388733
Footpath walk
Monthly walk on Parish footpaths on the
last Sunday of each month. Check the
Village Diary or village website for details.
Contact: Duncan Gould 01794 388049
French Twinning Association
Contacts: Louise & Andrew Causer
01794 389364
FunDay Club
Meets after school on Mondays for children
in years Reception to 4
Contact: Sue Holligan 01794 388484
Garden waste scheme
Garden waste will be collected in w/c 5th
and 19th June.
Home Group
Bible study group. Usually third
Thursdays of the month at 8.00pm.
Contact: Nigel Coleman 01794 388449
Horticultural Society
Meets for two talks and one visit per year
and organises the annual Flower Show.
Contact: Pollyann Monk 01794 388482
Household waste
Non-recyclable household waste (black
bins) will be collected in w/c 5th and 19th
June.
Recyclable household waste (brown bins)
will be collected in w/c 12th and 26th June.
Messy Church
Fun, creative event (with tea!) for children
of all ages and their families. 3rd Sunday
of each month in term time, 3.30 - 5.30pm
at Epworth Hall.
Contacts: Pam Gravenor 01794 388531
Sam Barnes 07742 077114
Village Directory
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Neighbourcare
Transport to essential appointments and
other small tasks.
Contacts: Sue Jackson 01794 388884
Mary Bradley 01794 388386
Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Informal friendly get-together for babies,
pre-school children, parents and carers.
Every Wednesday 10.00am - 11.30am in
the Village Hall.
Contact: Lisa Johnson 07796 175875
Prayer Group
Contact: Dulcie Witts 01794 388267
School Association
Social and fund-raising events to benefit
the school and its pupils.
Contact: Andy Chadwick 01794 389587
Scouts
Beavers Wednesdays 6:00– 7:00pm
Cubs & Scouts will resume in the New
Year
Contact: Wendy Jarvis 01794 389552
Somborne & District Society
Meetings held on the fourth Wednesday of
each month at 8.00pm, usually in the
Village Hall.
Contact: Chris Kirby 01794 389034
Somborne Music Appreciation Group
Contact: Frank Fahy 01794 388314
Somborne Needleworkers
Meet each Thursday at 2.00pm at
Nutcher’s, 3 Nutcher’s Drove.
Contact: Sally Wilson 01794 388675
Somborne Players
Amateur Dramatics Society. For both
children and adults. Activities every
few months from formal plays to get -
togethers.
Contact: Catherine Cartwright 07950
929957
Sombornes Pre-School
Early Years education for children aged
from 2 to school age.
Contact: Rebecca Hunt 07530 893773
Somborne Sessions
Details: www.sombornesessions.co.uk
Contact: Trevor Ryan 01794 388743
Somborne Singers
Weekly meetings to sing ballads, songs
from shows etc. every Tuesday at 7.45pm
in the Parish Church.
Contact: Howard Rowe 01794 388400
Somborne Sisterhood W I
Meets on the first Friday of each month at
8.00pm in the Village Hall
Contact: Samantha Boot 01794 389554
Tiny Tots
Meet in the Parish Church each Tuesday at
2.00pm.
Contact: Hayley Griffith; 01794 389524
Village Agent
Contact: Sue Jackson 01794 388884
Women’s Institute
Meets on the second Wednesday of each
month at 7.30pm in the Village Hall.
Contact: Linda Aucock 01794 388542
Working Men’s Club
Various entertainments.
Contacts: Janette Batchelor 07583 163607
Trina Masham 07852 257596
YMCA youth group
Youth group (11-18 years) meets 2nd and
4th Fridays, 6.30pm at Scout Hut.
Contact: Steve Watson 07851 987993
Village Directory (continued)
This month’s edition of The Gauntlet
was edited by Sandie Pepperell
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The Test Valley Charity Clay Pigeon
Shoot 2017
The weather Gods again smiled on The
Acorn Shoot on The Compton Manor
Estate on Friday May 5th, not quite as
hot as last year but perfect shooting
conditions with not a rain cloud in
sight. By 7.45am the first of the
competitors had arrived in anticipation
of an enjoyable days shooting, but first
the delicious breakfast bacon baps,
which had again been very kindly
supplied by John Robinson of
Stockbridge. Shooting began at 9.15
am and the 36 teams (4 to a team)
began their morning of shooting up to
a 130 clays from six single clay stands,
a two and four man flush, where the
clays fly in all directions and heights
testing shooting skills to the extreme
and is probably the most fun. The pool
shoot competition was very popular
and keenly contested. There was also
the opportunity for the shooters and
guests to try their hand at an air pistol
range, be ing more fun than
competitive. Greenfields of Salisbury
provided a gun cleaning service with
the £5 charge being donated to the
charities. A very novel and welcome
addition was a stand provided by
Stockbridge Osteopaths thus enabling
team members to relieve tired and
aching bones and joints. This was
provided free of charge and was much
appreciated by all those who took
advantage of the service.
The teams were a mixture of novices
and experienced shots. We also had
three Ladies teams with another fifteen
ladies mixed in with other teams all
competing for the Top Lady Gun
Trophy. The Top Male Gun trophy and
BASC Perpetual Trophy was won by
Connor Gorsuch with a score of 101,
shooting for the Compton Manor
Estates team and The Ladies Top Gun
Trophy was won by Jennie Cartwright
with a score of 80. Phillip Parker won
the Side by Side Top Gun award with
score of 90 and also won the second
BASC Perpetual Trophy.. The Top
Male team award went to ‘The
Chokers’ captained by Huw Stephens
all of whom
had travelled
from Swindon
with a score of
462 . ‘The No
Choke’ team
f r o m
S t o c k b r i d g e
won the Ladies
team prize with
a magnificent
score of 369.
The Pool shoot
was won by
Philip Walford
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from The Compton Manor Estates
team after a shoot off with our very
own John Perry and Rob Lamb of
Sparsholt. All the Trophy winners
team scores and photographs are now
available on our web site – www.tv-
charityclayshoot.org.uk
During the morning raffle tickets were
sold for a selection of 50 prizes and a
very special separate raffle for an
elegant pair of diamond and pearl
earrings valued at £1400 donated by
Susannah Lovis of Burlington Arcade,
London SW1.
A magnificent lunch prepared by Jo
Brooke Webb and her team of ladies
from the Winchester branch of Cancer
Research UK was served in the huge
marquee. After lunch the trophies were
presented by Amber Hill who
represented GB at the Rio Olympics
just missing out on the Bronze medal
in the Skeet shooting event.
Our auctioneer this
year was none
other than Jim
Davidson who told
me over lunch that
he used to be a
comedian! There
has never been
such a false
statement as he turned the auction into
a cabaret interspersing the selling of
fifteen of the auction lots with hilarious
anecdotes and jokes. As one of the
shooters said to me he was the icing on
the cake of a truly wonderful day. Not
only did he keep everyone entertained
he had a magic knack of getting money
out of peoples wallets as we have
never raised so much at any of our
auctions in the past. He came out of the
goodness of his heart which combined
with the fact that all the auction lots
had been very generously donated by
local individuals, local and
national businesses, as had the
raffle prizes all of which
contributed to the total we
raised of £24000.00p which
will be shared between Cancer
Research UK and the Village
Hall Redevelopment Fund.
Work s t a r t ed on the
arrangements for the day back
in November 2016 and I am
extremely grateful to my committee
who have worked so hard to ensure
this event is the success that it is and is
now held in very high esteem in the
Clay Pigeon Shooting World. This
could not have happened without the
help of so many volunteers on the day,
more than 30 in total, mainly from the
village to whom I am also extremely
grateful. Thank you to you all.
We already have entries and auction
lots promised for next years’ shoot
which will be held again at the Acorn
Shoot on either the 4th or 11th May.
John Vanderpump
Chairman
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JOHN OF GAUNT AWARD 2017. Most years The Somborne and District Society hold a local history competition
for children in years 3 to 6 who either attend King’s Somborne Primary school
or live in the Sombornes or Ashley. It is hoped that this will make children
more aware of and interested in the history of the area in which they live, thus
inspiring an interest in local history. This year the competition is to be
launched on Tuesday 16th May, with children having until Friday 23rd June
to complete their entries (a period of about 5 weeks, including the half term
holiday). Entries after this date will not be accepted. Judging then will be
carried out before the presentation of prizes on Friday 14th July. The number
of prizes awarded will be at the discretion of the judges .
THE TOPIC
The topic should be historical and preferably based on the local Test Valley
area. Examples of possible topics might include:
Local people like Rev. Richard Dawes, (Founder of King’s Somborne
School), Sir Thomas Sopwith.
Local places of interest (like Horsebridge Railway Station)
Listed buildings/ houses in and around the locality.
Local events of note (such as Celebrating the Coronation, Founding of
King’s Somborne School – remember this year our school celebrates
its 175th birthday!)
HOW TO PRESENT YOUR WORK.
The work collected may be presented in a variety of ways. It does not have to
be pages and pages of written work and should not be merely chunks of copied
work. Entrants should select and use information in their own way. Some
examples of possible formats are:
A picture or photographs labelled with information.
A booklet or scrapbook.
A chart, maps or diagrams with information (no larger than 60cms x
42cms.)
A diary.
A display sheet (no larger than 60cms x 40cms)
A pretend newspaper article.
An interview.
A model, supported by written work (no larger than 40 cms x 20 cms.)
ICT work – must be on a USB stick only
Work should be from an individual only - no joint entries.
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No names should be on work submitted but entrants’ name and age should
be put in the envelope provided and attached to the piece of work to ensure
fairness when judging. Children at King’s Somborne school will be given
envelopes in school and should hand in entries to their class teacher by
4.00pm on Friday 23rd June. Those attending other schools may collect an
envelope from the Church and should deliver entries to Carmel House,
Horsebridge Road, King’s Somborne by 4.30pm on Friday 23rd June.
(Tel. Jo Finch - 01794 388462)
Parents: HELPING YOUR CHILD
Please help your child to
~ select a suitable topic which interests them
~ find some material to start their topic.
Encourage your child to be inquisitive about the area in which
they live.
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Parish Council notes May 2017
The 2017 Annual Assembly was held
in the Village Hall on 4 May 2017
with 31 people attending.
Minutes of last year’s Assembly were
approved and note made of actions
taken on matters arising which
included the installation of more
public seats in our open spaces,
installation of the all-weather path and
the decision not to purchase a second
speed indicator device until the
current one was beyond economic
repair when the availability and costs
of suitable devices would be
reviewed.
The Chairman gave his report, the text
of which was included in last month’s
Gauntlet magazine. This was followed
by the financial report from the
Responsible Finance Officer. Mr
Storey, as the RFO, highlighted the
audited Annual Return for the year
2015-16, which showed the variations
year on year, and the more recent
financial outcome for the year 2016-
17. In particular, he drew attention to
the proportion of the Council’s
finances, nearly two thirds of the
precept and grants received, which
was invested in the provision of
community services and projects of
direct benefit to the community at
large, the balance meeting statutory
and general administrative costs. He
further reported that the year had
ended with an increase in the
Council’s reserves of £8,365, just over
half of which was unexpended money
on items for which external grants had
been received, and the small 1.95%
increase in council
tax for this new
year produced
only an additional
£670 in the total
£33,698 precepted
which meant that
tight control over expenditure would
need to continue. In conclusion, he
confirmed the Council’s finances
remained on a sound footing and that
we complied with all statutory and
other regulation in their management.
Cllr Brock updated all present on
progress being made on drafting the
Neighbourhood Development Plan,
details of which can be found
elsewhere and Detective Sergeant
Bowen from the Hampshire Police
Cyber Crime Unit gave an interesting
presentation on cyber crime and how
we are all vulnerable to it via our
computers and other electronic
devices. Advice was given on what to
look for and what to do to minimise
the risk and damage caused, in
particular, the need for strong
passwords, ideally of 10 characters or
more and a mix of higher and lower
cases, numbers and punctuation
marks. Websites of further help
included www.antifraud.police.uk;
w w w . g e t s a f e o n l i n e . o r g a n d
www.cyberstreetwise.com.
Mr Dyke raised the concept of the
Parish Council acquiring title to the
land known as Top Field adjacent to
the King’s Somborne recreation
ground, as had happened years ago
with the purchase of the Muss Lane
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open space to prevent unwanted
development but reluctantly accepted
that the current owners, Test Valley
Borough Council, had a policy of not
transferring land title at least for the
time being.
PCSO Claudia Pattison gave an
overview of crime in King’s Somborne
over the past year including anti-social
behaviour, illegal fishing, travellers
and neighbour disputes (19 in total),
four dwelling burglaries and 14 non-
dwelling eg shed thefts, Cross Stores
break in, criminal damage to Village
Hall and to local notice boards, three
drug related offences, 23 reported
incidents of suspicious behaviour eg
poaching, rogue traders, and thefts,
especially ladies’ handbags from
vehicles. Her message was clear –
remain alert to the possibility of theft
and report any suspicious activity to
the Police.
The Chairman closed the meeting at
9.20pm.
Peter Storey
Clerk to King’s Somborme Parish
Council
This month’s meeting was the
Council’s Annual General Meeting at
which Cllr Rob Lane was elected
Chairman and Cllr Andrew Brock Vice
-Chairman for 2017 -18. Details of
other appointments and the end of year
financial results can be found in the
full set of minutes of the meeting.
The vacancy caused by Judith Evan’s
resignation will be filled by co-option
and any person interested in being
considered should send a short CV to
the Clerk and be prepared to attend the
next meeting on Monday 12 June at
7.00pm in the Epworth Hall at which a
decision will be made.
Cllr Hughes reported that Aster
Housing was increasing its monthly
garage rent from £40 to £80 per month
much to the consternation of some
residents. She also drew councillors’
attention to comments on Facebook
expressing concern at the increasing
speed and volume of traffic on the
Romsey /Stockbridge Road and the
dangers this posed to local people.
Unfortunately, other than expressing
its concern and support, there was
nothing constructive the Parish
Counci l could do as t ra ff ic
management was a Hampshire County
Council responsibility. However, the
Community Speedwatch volunteers
were proving effective but could not
be present all of the time - unless more
volunteers were forthcoming.
Cllr Brock confirmed all the necessary
paperwork had now been completed to
effect the transfer of title for the
recreation ground from Fields in Trust
to the Parish Council and registration
was in hand with the Land Registry.
This title transfer would also now
enable those parties directly involved
to sign the necessary easements
enabling SSE to finally bury the
overhead power supply cables to
minimise the number of power cuts in
the Parish.
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Cllr Sutton reminded EE customers
loss suffered resulting from power cuts
cutting off their broadband links. He
also confirmed that Virgin Media were
progressing with their plans to
introduce broadband to our area; they
needed 1000 or more clients to sign up
and pay the one-off connection charge.
They would be present at the Fun Day/
Horticultural Show on Saturday 22
July 2017 to talk to people about their
services.
Councillors were pleased to note that
the TVBC Southern Area Planning
Committee had rejected the application
from Gladman Developments to build
up to 60 dwellings at the top end of
Eldon Road.
Negotiations had started with TVBC to
renew the Top Field and John O’Gaunt
field lease and Councillors lent their
support to the community initiative to
enter Channel 4’s ‘Village of the Year’
competition.
The Parish Council has a dedicated
website, as does Neighbourhood
Watch, and can also can be found on
Facebook and Twitter. Much useful
local information can be found on
these and by liking our Facebook page
or Twitter accounts. Please take a
minute to do this.
As always, a full set of minutes can be
found on the Parish Council website
and in both Cross Stores and Martin’s
Corner Shop.
All Parish Council meetings are open
to the public and we look forward to
seeing you there.
Peter Storey
Clerk to King’s Somborne Parish
Council
Calling all artists
Christmas Cards for 2017
It is not to early to think
about Christmas Card designs for 2017. Ideally
we would like to have 4 cards to sell. Please start creating and have your
designs ready at the end of June.
Use any medium -
Watercolour Acrylics Oils Photography
Questions? Contact:- Elizabeth St John
Tel.01794 388119 or [email protected]
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The Parish Church
of St. Peter and St Paul
King’s Somborne
Summer Fair
On Sunday 11th June
at 2pm in
the gardens of The Old Vicarage
Winchester Road
Come and bring your friends and meet new ones!
School Music Ensemble and Maypole Dancers
Various Stalls
Children’s Games
Teas and Ice Creams
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Summer Fair This year the date will be 11th June and once
more we shall hold it in the lovely garden of
Mr and Mrs C Buckley at the Old Vicarage.
The following people would greatly appreciate
contributions for their stalls. It would be really good
to see some new faces at some possibly small stalls for games or competitions to
add to the faithful team. Please ring me if you have some ideas.
Looking forward to another lovely afternoon meeting friends.
Glenda Sims
388366
Cakes Nickie Buckley 388694
Books Phil Carr 388656
Jams and Jellies Caroline Hervey-Bathurst 388322
Raffle Christina Dumas 388275
Tombola Eileen Humphreys 388427
Plants Pollyann Monk 388482
Gifts Eileen Humphreys
Thelma Blamey
388427
388401
White Elephant Sandie Pepperell 388021
Good condition
toys
Pam Gravenor 388531
A message from Bill Lomas
I would like to express my deep gratitude for all the cards letters and messages
of sympathy I have received since May’s death. My family and I have been
deeply moved by all your kind thoughts. Thanks. Bill Lomas
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Support your local businesses
Readers, you will see at the front and back of this magazine the fresh set of
advertisements for our new advertising year which begins with this edition.
Many you will recognise from last year, but there are quite a few new ones, so
do have a look through them.
Could your business do with a boost? By advertising with us, your message
will reach every home in the village and even beyond, to those who look at our
online edition. Please call Sue Byram on 01794 388521 (or [email protected])
for details of our very reasonable rates.
KINGS SOMBORNE VILLAGE HALL
The ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
of the Kings Somborne Village Hall Management Committee
will take place at 7.30pm on Wednesday 31st May 2017
in the Main Hall of the Village Hall
All interested persons are invited
John Vanderpump Chairman
SARCOMA UK/London Marathon
Just to let you know that Laura
completed her first marathon in 4
hours 29mins. She has raised over
£3000 for Sarcoma UK. An amazing
day for us all and hopefully raising the
awareness of this rare cancer.
Please accept this as a personal 'thank
you' to everyone who has sponsored
and supported us.
Elizabeth Templeman
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So, did you get a kick up the
Freckle?!?
If you joined us at the fantastic
Somborne Sessions with Hat Fitz &
Cara Robinson at the beginning of
May you’ll have some idea what I’m
talking about… It was a wonderful
evening of sparkling Australian/Irish
wit with stunning live music. This
really is what live music is all about
and why we love putting on these
sessions so much. Many days later and
my silly grin is still in place …
So the end of the 2016–17 Somborne
Sessions season is nearing it’s end, but
b e fo re we d o n o ur kno t t ed
handkerchiefs atop our heads and roll
up trousers legs to sit in holey vests on
the beach to while away the summer,
we have one last gig to send us on our
jolly way. June 10th will see the
Buffalo Skinners take to the Somborne
Session stage. Hailing from Sheffield –
a city with a fine music heritage; think
of Def Leppard, Joe Cocker, Pulp,
ABC, Artic Monkeys, The Human
League … and so many others – this
five-piece band have already produced
three cracking albums of original
songs. Benefitting from four strong
songwriters in the group means that
their material is always varied with
influences varying from anything from
the 60’s, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Folk, Blues
and “whatever else they’ve been
listening to recently” all performed
with great harmonies and energy. Over
the past six years the boys have shared
highs and lows, personal space, and an
ex-postal van across England, America
and France. Most importantly they
have shared their songs with anyone
willing to listen. Bob Harris, Steve
Lamacq, Cerys Matthews, Janice Long
and Dermot O’Leary have all been
among them, and have in turn all
played their songs on BBC Radio. This
has led to festival appearances across
the UK including Glastonbury, BBC
Radio 2 Live in Hyde Park, Boomtown
Fair, Wilderness, Tramlines, Camp
Bestival… The culmination of this
impressive record is, of course, King’s
Somborne Village Hall, where they’ll
be performing songs from their back
catalogue and their latest album
“Cease Your Dreaming”.
Tickets are on sale, as always, from
our website
www.sombornesessions.co.uk for a
mere £12 in advance (or £14 on the
night for those of a commitment-
phobic/disorganised/forgetful
disposition).
King’s Somborne Village Hall,
Saturday, 10 June (doors open at 7:30).
Pop it in your diary now! (No, now!
You just know you’ll forget otherwise
…). We’ll also be releasing news of
the Autumn gigs that night – we never
rest here you know…
Links on our website will also take you
to the Buffalo Skinners own website
which has video clips, samples of their
songs and the usual goodies.
Keith Watson
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Election of Churchwardens and Annual
Parochial Church Meeting
The Annual Parochial Church Meeting
took place on Monday 24th April in St.
Peter and St Paul Parish Church.
Before this meeting David Bevan was
re-elected as Churchwarden for the
coming year. Patricia Mallock and
Clare Horsfield were re-elected, and
Peter Duncan was elected to the PCC.
Sue Holligan and Glenda Sims were re
-elected as representatives on Romsey
Deanery Synod.
The minutes of the 2016 Annual
Meeting were agreed and signed.
Reports were received on the financial
statements for 2016, on the fabric of
the building and on the proceedings of
the Romsey Deanery Synod in 2016.
The meeting also had received written
reports the Tiny Tots group, the
FunDay Club, the Parish Action and
F u n d r a i s i n g g r o u p , t h e
Needleworkers, the Prayer Group, the
Flower Arrangers, the Friends of St
Mary Ashley, The Gauntlet magazine,
f ro m the School Foundat io n
Governors, Christians Together in
Somborne and the ‘King’s Somborne
Cooks’ who do a monthly meal for the
Winchester Nightshelter.
There are 102 on the Church Electoral
Roll.
The meeting ended with a vote of
thanks for Sandie Pepperell who
stepped down as Churchwarden and
from the PCC after many years of
sterling work.
David Bevan
Secretary Somborne with Ashley PCC
07769682696
PARISH COUNCILLOR VACANCY
1. There is a vacancy on the Parish Council following the resignation of Judith Evans.
2. This vacancy will be filled by co-option at the Council Meeting to be held on 12 June 2017.
3. Nominations are invited and should be e-mailed with a short CV to the Clerk. before Friday 2 June 2017.
4. A copy of this Notice has been sent to the Returning Officer at Test Valley Borough Council, Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road, Andover SP10 3AJ.
Peter Storey Clerk to King’s Somborne Parish Council
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King’s Somborne Primary School
Summer Fayre
Saturday 17th June
Come and join us for some fun in the sun!
All profits directly support the school
Performers! Games! Raffle!
Crafts! Ice Creams! Tractors!
Teas & Cakes! BBQ! Tombola!
Giant Inflatable Obstacle Course!
If you would like a stall at the fayre there are still spaces available – please get in touch
or call Richard Disney on 07826916114
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Somborne and
District Society Was King William II killed by
accident or was he assassinated? King
“Rufus the Red” (best known as being
the son of William the Conqueror) was
killed on the 2nd August 1100 by an
arrow whilst stag hunting in the New
Forest. The spot is now marked by the
Rufus Stone.
On the 26th April, Gordon Lewis, a
theologian from Totton, challenged the
conventional view that Rufus was
killed accidentally. He claimed that
several of those with him on that
fateful day had good reason to see him
dead. We were told that Purkiss, a
charcoal burner, found Rufus injured
but not dead and that he took him to
Winchester on his cart, via Romsey.
After dying of his injuries, it may have
been the intention to bury him in
Romsey Abbey but Abbess Christina
had good reason to refuse permission.
The King, generally an unpopular man,
had been accompanied by several
colleagues on the hunt. Sir Walter
Tyrell, the man generally regarded as
causing his death, was in fact a superb
archer and therefore unlikely to have
made a mistake. Robert Fitzhamon had
spoken of his wish to see the King
dead and Henry, younger brother of
Rufus and heir to the throne, may have
led a conspiracy. In Winchester, there
was no public mourning and the
King’s body was buried in the
cathedral without a service. Henry was
crowned only three days later and
reigned until 1135.
Much discussion followed this
excellent and thought-provoking
presentation. Thirty four attended.
Members should note that our summer
lunchtime picnic will once again be
held in the lovely garden of Doreen
and John Rowles in Chilbolton on the
10th August. Tickets cost £9.00 each
to include the raffle and will be on sale
both at the June meeting and at the
AGM on the 26th July. If you would
like to attend the picnic but are unable
to attend the meetings, please let me
know.
Our next meeting will be on the 28th
June at the Village Hall when popular
speaker Gerald Ponting visits us once
again. On this occasion, he will talk
about his best-selling book entitled
“Visitors Guide to The New Forest”
which includes its history, the wildlife
of its varied habitats and stories of
interesting, out-of-the-way places
which are well worth a visit. All will
be illustrated with Gerald’s superb
photographs. The meeting starts at
8.00 p.m. but be there by 7.30 p.m. for
a coffee, tea, etc and a chat to fellow
members.
Gordon Pearson: Chairman
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Village Hall News
As promised last month the provisional
plans for the Preschool/ Multi-use
extension are displayed on the V H
notice board, but regrettably we have
not yet applied for planning
permission. There is still some debate
over the design of the perimeter fence
that will enclose the area for the
Preschool play ground that will take up
part of the car park owned by the
Village Hall and will be adjacent to the
new entrance area. The Chair of the
Development committee has met with
Test Valley planning department who
had a positive reaction based on the
plans displayed. Once the management
committee have approved the play-
ground area then we will apply for
planning permission. We have also
received a positive reaction to initial
enquiries about grants for the
construction costs, but neither the
planning permission nor the grant
application can be agreed until we
have a final decision on the actual
plans. This is very disappointing as it
means we will be unable to complete
the building of the extension by 1st
September but we are working
diligently to ensure the planning
problems can be resolved shortly and
that by the time you read this the
planning application will have been
made.
On a more positive note the 9th
Annual Test Valley Clay Pigeon Shoot
was held on the 5th May which was a
great success, as was the latest
Somborne Session held on 6th May
both of which are reported in full
elsewhere in this issue.
The Computer Café sessions continue
on the first and third Thursday of each
month also reported elsewhere in this
issue.
John Vanderpump
Chairman
COFFEE MORNING
All will be welcome at a Coffee Morning to
be held in the Jubilee Room on Saturday 8th
July starting at 10 a.m.
Coffee/tea and cake £2.50
Produce/Bring and Buy Stall, Raffle
Proceeds in aid of Village Hall funds
For further information or to arrange a lift
please contact Eileen Reynolds on 388107
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Stockbridge Community Cinema Stockbridge Town Hall
Friday 16 June 2017 at 7.30pm Manchester By The Sea (Cert
15) - A moving story about an uncle obliged to return home to care for his
nephew after his brother dies. Unknowing he is to be the guardian, he struggles
with the decision. Throughout the movie he recounts past memories that caused
him to leave Manchester and distance himself from his past. 2 Oscars for Best
Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Casey Affleck) and Best Original
Screenplay plus 4 other nominations
Wednesday 21 June 2017 at 4.30pm and 7.30pm La La
Land (Cert 12A) - The story of Mia [Emma Stone], an aspiring actress, and
Sebastian [Ryan Gosling], a dedicated jazz musician, who are struggling to
make ends meet in a city known for crushing hopes and breaking hearts. Set in
modern day Los Angeles, this original musical about everyday life explores the
joy and pain of pursuing your dreams. 16 Oscar nominations and 6 wins includ-
ing Best Actress (Emma Stone), Best Director (Damien Chazelle) and Best Mu-
sic.
Showing at Stockbridge Town Hall SO20 6HE. Doors open at 7pm
Tickets £5.00 from Garden Inn and John Robinson in Stockbridge or online via
our website www.stockbridgecinema.org.uk
Saturday 17th June 2017
in church
12 to 2pm
Join us for
Quiche and salad…
Plus a glass of sherry!
And a chance to catch up with
friends!
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Somborne Sisterhood WI
A good turnout for our Annual
Meeting, and when glasses had been
filled with a welcoming glass of
prosecco the business of the
meeting got underway.
Samantha Boot started the
p roceed ings o f f wi th the
President’s report highlighting all
the wonderful speakers and events
of the last twelve months, and was
followed by the Secretary, Natalie
Ellison, inspiring us with plans for
the year ahead. Finally Treasurer,
Lisa Johnson, gave a low-down of the
Sisterhood accounts for the year.
After the reports visiting WI Advisor,
Helen Carter asked all committee
members to make themselves known
before members voted for their
President for 2017/18. After a secret
ballot Samantha Boot was voted in,
unanimously. Next it was a chance to
hear about, and vote for the 2017 WI
Resolutions – ‘alleviating loneliness’
and ‘plastic soup’. Natalie Ellison
presented each Resolution, reading
both pros and cons before chairing a
brief discussion. Members then voted
in a secret ballot. Both resolutions
came back with a majority ‘yes’ vote
and these will be passed to our link WI
to be taken to the NFWI AGM next
month.
Samantha Boot then highlighted one of
the WI’s 2017 campaigns –
#ShowTheLove (climate change) by
showing a short YouTube film https://
w w w . y o u t u b e . c o m / w a t c h ? v = -
qzS4L5BiTM. Everyone attending was
then able to
make a
green heart
and write on it something they want
preserved for future generations (see
photo).
At the end of
the session
S a m a n t h a
B o o t
t h a n k e d
Helen Carter
for all her
help and
advice of the
years, and
p r e s e n t e d
her with a
bunch of
f l o w e r s .
Finally the raffle was drawn and the
meeting closed.
Next meeting – Friday 2nd June, 8pm,
King’s Somborne Village Hall when
we will be joined by Great British
Sewing Bee’s judge, May Martin.
Sisterhood members free, £5 charge
for guests.
Samantha Boot
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What’s on Your guide to events in and around the district
Winchester Science Centre Monday- Friday 10.00 am – 4.00 pm
Weekends 10.00 am – 5.00 pm
26 May – 5 June Summer Half Term live
shows
14 June Monthly Space Lecture 4.30 pm
and 6.30 pm When Galaxies Collide.
16 June 7.30 pm Keys to the
Universe:Holst's The Planets Tickets £20
Book 01962 891925 or online
www.winchestersciencecentre.org
Manor Farm and Country Park Open daily from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm from
April to October. The country park opens
from 8.30 am to 7.30 pm
Mottisfont Abbey House open 11.00 – 5.00 pm, gardens, cafe
and shop open 10.00 am—5.00pm. Art
gallery 11.00 – 5.00 pm
6 May – 2 July The Gruffalo and Friends:
the art of Axel Scheffler
Hinton Ampner, Near Alresford House open 11.00 – 4.30 pm
Estate, garden, shop and tearoom open
daily from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm .
27 May – 4 June
May half term trail – no booking needed
17 June Lazy Jazz Afternoon
Booking essential – online or phone
Winchester City Mill, Bridge Street Mill and shop open 10.00— 5.00 pm
18 June Baking demonstrations
11 – 3.00 Every Wed, Sat. and Sunday
11.00 – 4.00 pm
Traditional flour milling demonstration
27 May – 4 June
May half term duck race and May half term
trail
Basingstoke The Vyne House open 11.00 – 4.00 pm. Tea room
10.00 – 4.30 pm, Shop 11.00 – 5.00 pm,
Garden 10.00 – 5.00 pm
1 – 30 June Tudor geocatching challenge.
Free
1 – 30 June Tag-a-tile 2017 Free event
New Forest Northern Commons –
NT Fordingbridge.
6,13,27 June and 11 July Nightjar walk £6
Book 01794 344020
Andover Museum Free admission
Open Tuesday – Friday 10.00 – 5.00 pm
Saturday 10.00 – 4.00 pm.
Willis Museum and Sainsbury
Gallery Basingstoke Free admission
Open Tuesday – Friday 10.00 – 5.00 pm
Saturday 10.00 – 4.00 pm
29 April – 3 June
North Hampshire Art
6 May – 19 July Angie Lewin: A
Printmakers Journey. Free details 0800 328
1060
Winchester Cathedral www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk
01962 857200
Opening times: Mon – Sat 9.30 am – 5.00
pm
Sunday 12.30 pm – 3.00 pm
1 February – 31 December 2017 Jane
Austen - 200th anniversary of her death
2-4 June Thy Kingdom Come: Diocesan
Beacon Event
3 June Jane Austen Tour with coffee and
cake
6 June Lunchtime Recital
8 June – 30 September Exhibition inspired
by the Word
Rest of June please see website for more
events
Janet Ingleson
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Theatres Theatre Royal, Winchester
01962 840440 www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk 2 – 3 June Pinocchio
4 June Hamlet
5 – 7 June Stand Up Stand Up
8 June Ballet Central
9 June Ben Waters Big Band
10 June A Comedy Gala
15 – 17 June Changes
19 – 24 June Our Man in Havana
29 June Sarah and Dick's Big Top
Birthday
Plaza Theatre, Romsey
01794 512987 www.plazatheatre.com
13 – 17 June Miss Julie
The Mayflower, Southampton
02380 711811 www.mayflower.org.uk
6 – 17 June Sister Act
27 June – 8 July Grease
18 – 29 July The Addams Family
Salisbury Playhouse
01722 320333 www.salisburyplayhouse.com 15 – 17 June While We're Here at the
Salberg
20 – 24 June Twelfth Night
27 June Susan Calman
28 June Tenors Un Limited
3 – 8 July Into the Woods
Salisbury City Hall cityhallsalisbury.co.uk
7 June Somewhere in Time
10 June Sons of Pitches
24 June Magic of Motown
7 July The Carpenters Story
Watermill Theatre, Newbury
01635 46044 [email protected] 6 April – 22 July
Twelfth Night
The Haymarket Theatre,
Basingstoke
01256 844244 www.theatresonline.com
and www.anvil.org.uk 8 June Graeme of Thrones
9 June Juan Martin Flamenco Trio
10 June The Sooty Show
11 June High School Musical
15 June Le Vent du Nord
16 June Blowin' in the Wind
17 June IJO Big Band
18 June Kala the Arts
23 – 25 June The Tiger who came to
tea
28 June Lucy Worsley
29 June AKA Trio
30 June A Midsummer Night's Dream
The Anvil, Basingstoke
www.anvilarts.org.uk
1 June Jools Holland
3 June Magic of Motown
8 June An Audience with Ian Waite
and Natalie Lowe
9 June Stewart Lee
10 June Rick Wakeman
15 June Rich Hall's Hoedown
16 June Elkie Brooks
17 June Bridgouse and Rastrick Band
23 June Kevin and Karen DANCE
24 June Basingstoke Symphony
Orchestra
27 June Jimmy Carr
28 June Orchestra of the Age of
Enlightenment
30 June National Youth Jazz Orchestra
Janet Ingleson
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Village diary for June
Every Monday: 7.30pm Bell ringing
Every Tuesday 10.30am Drop in coffee (except the second Tuesday)
2.00pm Tiny Tots
7.45pm Somborne Singers
Every Wednesday 10.00am Baby and Toddler
2.00pm Dial-a-ride
Every Thursday 2.00pm Needleworkers
School holidays, Bank Holidays and other events may cause changes; contact
the names given on pages 2 and 3 of this magazine for details.
2nd WI Sisterhood 8.00pm
5th Parish Council 7.00pm
8th Computer cafe 10.00am
HorticSoc Summer
Visit
9th YMCA Youth 6.30pm
11th Summer Fair 2.00pm
13th Epworth Lunch 12.30pm
14th W I 7.30pm
22nd Computer cafe 10.00am
Over 50s Minibus Trip 10.00am
23rd YMCA Youth 6.30pm
28th Somborne Society
25th Footpath walk
See below
2.00pm
June walk 6¾ miles (10¾ m) 2¾ hours
Sunday 25th June 2:00pm King’s Somborne Village Hall
We leave the village via Froghole Lane and up the hill to join the Clarendon
Way and on to the Test Way. Turning north we pass Marsh Court before
turning north-east to cross the Stockbridge to King’s Somborne road. We
follow the footpath along the track to North Park Farm before turning south to
return to the village.
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1 January – 31 December 2017 Winchester Cathedral
Jane Austen - 200th Anniversary of Her
Death
A series of events will be held throughout
the year. Full details on
www.janeausten200.co.uk
13 May – 15 October Hillier Gardens: Art in the Garden
sculpture
13 May – 24 July Winchester Discovery Centre – The
Gallery
The Mysterious Miss Austen – exhibition
2 – 4 June Winchester Cathedral 4.00 pm
Tents on the Green Festival of music - free
www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk
2 – 7 June Hillier Gardens: Earth's Pulse exhibition
3 June Hillier Gardens: The Celtic Tree Art
Workshop Booking essential
3 June
The Ampfield Market 10.00 – 12.00 pm
Ampfield Village Hall
4 June Romsey Farmer's Market, Alma Road
10.00 am – 2.00 pm
6 June Winchester Cathedral
Lunchtime Recital 1.00 pm
8 June Hillier Garden Centre Winchester
Talk by Roy Lancaster www.hillier.co.uk
11 June Hampshire Garden Festival 10.00 – 4.00
pm Bere Mill, Whitchurch. RG28 7NH
11 and 25 June Winchester Farmers' Market 10.00 – 2.00
pm Central car park
13 June www.wheelerstravel.co.uk
Day trip to Weymouth
15 June The Museum of Army Flying
armyflying.com
Malaysia's Undeclared Wars 1948 – 1965
(Pt.1)
Book online or 01264 784421
16 June Stockbridge Community Cinema
Manchester By the Sea 7.30 pm
17 June Wherwell Singers Gala Concert 7.30 pm
St Peter and Holy Cross Church, Wherwell
www.wherwellsingers.org
18 June Andover Farmers' and Craft Market
18 June Day trip to Bletchley Park
www.wheelerstravel.co.uk
18 June Tadburn Meadows Local Nature Reserve
Himalayan Balsalm Pulling 10.00 – 12.00
noon
21 June Stockbridge Community Cinema
La La Land 4.30 amd 7.30 pm
24 June Andover The Lights
Harmonium Singers Summer Concert 7.30
pm
26 June – 2 July The Daily Mail Chalke Valley History
Festival www.cvhf.org.uk
27 June Day trip to Bognor Regis
www.wheelerstravel.co.uk
Janet Ingleson
District diary for June
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King’s Somborne Computer Café has
cash boost.
The IT in the Community sessions got
off to a flying start on Thursday 2nd of
March and has been held on the first
and third Thursday of the month since
then.
A t t e n d a n c e n u m b e r s v a r y
considerably but it is clear there is a
demand for this type of community
activity and we are delighted that our
Borough Councillor, Tony Ward,
agrees. He has presented us with a
TVBC cheque for £84 to help pay the
hire charges for the hall. The Parish
Council are picking up the balance of
the cost for the first 6 months. We are
very grateful to receive such excellent
support from the Parish and Borough
Councils.
There is a considerable amount of
interest in these sessions, and it looks
as though things will go
well for the future.
Any villagers who need
some assistance with their
computer, laptop, tablet,
iPad, mobile telephone or
Kindle are welcome to join
us between 10am and
12pm on the 1st or 3rd
Thursday each month.
T h e s e s s i o n s a r e
completely informal and
not in a classroom setting.
You will receive one to
one tuition for your
specific needs or problems.
Your existing knowledge
or computer skill level is not
important and you can enjoy a coffee
or tea plus biscuits while having fun.
We look forward to seeing more new
faces over the next few months
For more information, either to get
help or to assist, call:
Sarah Fordham
01264368069
Ian Bradley 388386
John Davies 389544
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The Scout Group led the St George’s
Day Parade this year. Our Beavers,
Cubs and Scouts put on their
uniforms, carried their flags and lead
the other Romsey groups through the
town to the Abbey for the St George’s
Day Service.
Those who took part really enjoyed it
and represented the group well. On
May 4 the Beavers, Cubs and Scouts
did a litter pick around some of the
village, we collected 6 bags of
rubbish. This is to help them get their
environmental conservation badge.
Thanks to the environmental services
at TVBC who lent us litter pickers,
gloves and bin bags. We are still in
need of extra helpers and a Cub Scout
leader. It’s only an hour or 2 each
week during term time and you don’t
need to be there each week. We need
extra helpers to keep the group going.
If you’d like more information Tel:
01794 389152 or 01794 389552
Michelle Macbean
11th King’s Somborne Scout Group
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Test Valley Villages Lecture
Wednesday 21 June, 8pm.
Broughton Village Hall.
Speaker: Dr Louise Govier, General Manager and Curator,
Mottisfont Abbey
Looking at Art: a Practical Guide
If you've ever stood in an art gallery and thought that you could be getting more
out of your visit, this is the talk for you. Dr. Govier will share tips drawn from
years spent exploring art with people who don't have specialist knowledge but are
interested in looking and thinking about what they can see. You'll come away
with a 'toolkit' of questions and approaches to try for yourself.
All are welcome. Entry £4, includes a glass of wine or juice.
Full time students free.
King’s Somborne Car Boot Sale at the King’s Somborne Fun Day
Have a clear out and make some money by doing a car boot!
When: Saturday the 22nd of July 2pm-4pm (car entry
between 1pm and 1:30pm, ready for a 2pm start) Where: King’s Somborne Recreation Ground
Cost: £10 per pitch Limited spaces available so book now!
How to book: Put £10 in an envelope with your name, car make and model, car
registration and a contact phone number to 4 Church Road Cottages (round the corner from the Post Office).
Please contact Katie Dynes on 07525 257031 if you need any more information
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NEARLY
NEW/TABLE
TOP
SALE
At King’s Somborne
Working Men’s Club
On Saturday 10th June
2017 at 2pm
Raffle
Cake Stall
Bottle Tombola
Nearly New
Bric-a-Brac
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Take note! Captain Noah and his Floating Zoo are coming to
King's Somborne!
Sponsored by Christians Together in Somborne and
District as a village musical event for everyone!
We are looking to form a choir for a one-off
performance to take place in
November.
No auditions are necessary and
you don't need to be able to
read music!
If you are interested, please come along to the
Parish church on Tuesday 5th September at
7:30pm for a taster evening.
All are welcome!
Meanwhile, come and see the stand advertising the
musical at the Summer Fair on Sunday 11th June.
Watch this space for future
details!
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Services for the over 50s This month the minibus takes us to the
seaside!
Do think about coming along for these
trips. It is a lovely day out, and an
opportunity to meet up with old
acquaintances or make new friends.
The trips are subsidised, so they are
good value for money.
The bus is provided by Test Valley
Community Services, the driver is a
volunteer, and Tony Ward has given us
a grant of £500 to support the costs
incurred. However, charges for using
the bus are going up , so we may need
to increase the cost in the future. At the
moment it remains at £6, so it is a
bargain way to get to the seaside!
Remember I am also
here to help with
putting you in touch
with any services you
may need to make your life easier. If
you have any problems or worries, just
phone and I will do my best to help.
I was given the 3 rules for retirement
Get up
Get dressed
Get out
Hope you like them as much as I do!
Sue Jackson 388 884
5th Anniversary
Epworth Lunch and Games
Tuesday June 13th 2017 12.30pm £5
*Quiche, salad, coleslaw and new potatoes*
*Strawberries and Cream*
*Coffee & Mints* At The Epworth Hall
Booking essential - phone Sue 388 884 or Marilyn 389 356
Over 50s Minibus Trip
Thursday 22nd June 2017
Mudeford Pick up 10.00am
Home for 3.00pm £6 Booking essential - phone Sue 388884
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Forthcoming entertainment:
Saturday 10th June Table Top Sale
2.00pm—4.00pm
If you would like to hire a table at a cost of £5 or
donate a prize for the Raffle or Tombola, please
contact Janette Batchelor on 07583 163607 or
email [email protected]
Saturday 10th June “My Dog has Fleas” Ukulele Band
Charity Night
Donation on the door
Saturday 17th June “Seiff & Sound” Members £4
Non-Members £8
Ticket on the door £10 for everyone
Saturday 8th July “Black Pig” and “The Locators”
Members £4
Non-Members £8
Ticket on the door £10 for everyone
Saturday 12th Sept Dan Clarke Spiritualist and Medium
£10 per ticket. Over 18s only
8.00pm start
Thursday 28th Sept McMillan Coffee Morning 12pm to 2pm
King’s Somborne Working Men’s
Club
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Would you like to be part of a
monthly group that meets together to
learn and experience meditation? If
yes, then come along and find out
more.
Heart Rhythm Meditation is done
sitting in a chair, focuses on aligning
breath and heartbeat and is designed
to be applied to the joys and stresses
of everyday life. You need no
experience at all. The session is free
but donations to cover costs are
greatly appreciated.
For more information contact Jane
D u n c a n 0 1 7 9 4 3 8 8 0 5 9 o r
Heart Rhythm Meditation—Monthly
meet up 5 June and 10 July 2017
7.30pm to 9pm Epworth Hall
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King’s Somborne WI
The May meeting of the King’s
Somborne W.I. was the last one to be
chaired by Mrs Thelma Blamey who
announced her retirement after
serving 19 years as President and 32
years on the Committee. The W.I. has
flourished under her Presidency and
leadership. It has developed a
friendly, welcoming and caring
atmosphere which is always
commented on by speakers, new
members, and visitors alike.
After a brief general meeting the
proceedings moved on to the AGM
which was opened by Thelma who
welcomed Angela Brice, our W.I.
advisor. Tina Pepper, the treasurer,
reported that the financial was
satisfactory and Linda Aucock, the
secretary, gave an interesting account
of the various lectures and outings
that had taken place during the past
year. Thelma Blamey then spoke of
the pleasure and reward she had
gained from serving the King’s
Somborne W.I. over the last 32years
and she wished members every
success in the future.
Linda then presented Thelma with gift
from the committee and a bouquet
from all the members in recognition
for all her hard work and commitment
over the years.
Angela Brice then supervised the
election of the new committee and
following a ballot Sarah Pennington
agreed to accept the nomination for
President and was congratulated by all
the members.
The meeting ended with discussion of
the two National resolutions. Jo Finch
presented the pros and cons of the first
resolution “Plastic soup- keep micro-
plastic fibres out of the ocean”, and
Janet Ingleson talked about the
second, “Loneliness- How W.I.
members should link with other
agencies in identifying and addressing
loneliness in their communities.” The
majority of the members were in
favour of both resolutions but agreed
that the delegate to the National
A.G.M. could exercise her discretion
on our behalf.
Our next meeting will be held in
the village hall on Wednesday
14th June when Mr. Geoff Burch
will talk on “Ramblings of a
Railway Man”.
Nola. Mackintosh
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Casual visitors to Romsey on the
afternoon of Thursday 4th May were
no doubt a little confused at the
proliferation of orange accessories
sported by individuals making their
way to the Abbey. No-one would have
been more amused by their
bewilderment than the person in
whose honour they were being worn –
namely the late Brian Orange. At the
request of the family many attendees
at the service of Thanksgiving for his
life wore ‘ a little touch of orange’ – a
fact acknowledged by the Rev. Tim
Sledge in his opening words when he
said there could not be a retail outlet
within a ten mile radius of Romsey
which had a single orange item left in
stock! The packed Abbey was proof
of the very high regard and affection
held by so many for Brian, who will
be so sadly missed.
Conducted by the Rev. Tim Sledge,
the service opened with the hymn
‘Eternal Father, strong to save’, after
which Michael Orange read from the
prologue to Chaucer’s Canterbury
Tales. This was followed by what was
in many ways the most touching
reading of the whole service –
‘Grandpa’s Poem’ written and read
beautifully by Brian’s seven delightful
grandchildren – Sophie, Monty, Zoe,
Hattie, Thomas, Gemma and Sam.
T h e p o e m w a s a m o v i n g
acknowledgement of all that these
youngsters had shared with and learnt
from their granddad and the ways in
which their lives had been enriched by
him in so many ways. The family
eulogy was given by Brian’s younger
brother Andrew and the Friend’s
eulogy by Michael del Mar. Harry
Francis, representing Brian’s six
godchildren, read from Ecclesiastes 3
verses 1-15 and this was followed by
a short address from Rev.Tim Sledge.
Brian’s brother-in-law, the Rev.
Antony Grant and Rev. Jonathan
Watkins former vicar of King’s
Somborne read the prayers which
preceded the Lord’s Prayer, after
which the St. John Ambulance Prayer
was read. The service concluded with
the hymn ‘Jerusalem’, the Gaelic
blessing ‘ May the road rise up to
meet you’ and the Organ Voluntary.
All present will have their very own
personal memories of Brian and he
will be remembered with great
affection and sadly missed by so
many, but perhaps the final words
should be those of Brian’s
grandchildren:
So finally we say
Three cheers to Grandpa
PIP PIP Hurrah!
Remembering – with a little touch
of orange.
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For most years since the formation of
Hampshire & The Islands Historic
Churches Trust in 1988, supporters
from this Parish have supported the
Trust’s principal fund raising event in
September and raised many thousands
of pounds both for the benefit of the
Trust and the Parish’s Churches.
In the early days our Parish
Coordinator was Christine Mitchell,
who, ably supported by husband Tony,
not only took part themselves but also
induced a number of other people to
participate and/or sponsor those who
did. Sometimes that is difficult
because the event always clashes with
the very popular Romsey Show. The
introduction of JustGiving has helped
enormously.
I am very happy to report that last year
our Parish’s team raised £2,835, the
highest in the County! We will
therefore be attending this year’s
Church Summer Fair and seeking even
more help for this year’s event (on
Saturday 9th September).
The present Coordinator is now in his
eighties and he is looking for a
younger person to leap into the saddle
and take over this less than onerous
role! Please come and talk about it…
Norman Denison
www.hihct.org.uk
Ride and Stride
Dog Show
This year the King’s Somborne Companion Dog Show
will take place on the Recreation Ground on Saturday
22nd July starting at 2 p.m. This is the same day as the
Horticultural Show.
This year we are very lucky to have Jean Lanning, who
lives in the Village, as our judge. Jean has a wealth of
experience including judging “Best in Show” at Crufts.
Full details of both the pedigree classes and fun classes will be available in the
next issue of the Gauntlet
.Eileen Reynolds 388107
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Youth
Every 2nd and 4th Friday 6:30 - 8:30
At the Scout Hut
For young people in Year 7 - Sixth Form
(Sponsored by Parish Church outreach)
Prayer Meeting We hold our prayer meetings on the first Monday of each month
at 2.15pm. We meet for about an hour at Shappon, Romsey
Road, when we pray for our parish, families, friends and anyone else in need.
If you have any prayer requests there are slips on the table at the back of the
church which you may put into the box provided or alternatively phone me,
Dulcie Witts on 01794 388267.
Our meeting is very informal and we should be pleased to welcome new
members.
Happy 5th
Birthday
Messy Church!
We can’t quite believe it, but our Messy Church has now been running for 5 years! It’s been loads of fun, and we’d
like to say a massive thank you to all those who have
supported us during that time. Here’s to many more years!
Come and celebrate with us at the Methodist Church on
Sunday 18th
June, with an afternoon of family fun from 3.30 – 5.30 pm. As well as our birthday, we will also be celebrating Fathers’ Day, and there will be a small gift for all the Dads and Grandads who come along on that day.
If you’d like to know more about Messy Church, please contact
Pam on 01794 388531 or email [email protected].
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This month the Tiny Tots have been
busy learning more about God. We
have been exploring the theme of God
as a shepherd and all the children were
brave enough to wear a blindfold and
explore what it felt like to put their
trust in someone else to be led around
the church. In further sessions children
have thought about listening to God
and the children have been on a listen-
ing walk outside when they found out
that if we listen hard enough we can
hear many sounds, even if they appear
very quiet.
In our craft activities we have pro-
duced sheep masks, finger painted
sheep and paper plate sheep with
curled paper wool! We have also
made special hats with ‘listening ears’
attached to take home and remind us to
listen carefully,
especially to
mummy and
daddy.
If you would like to join us too, please
pop along. We meet each Tuesday
afternoon in term time, starting each
session at 2pm with a drink and biscuit
(for adults as well as children)! We
then enjoy a story and fun activity to-
gether, followed by crafts and end by
3.15 (in time for school pick-up) with
songs and music. If you find your chil-
dren are napping at 2pm, you are very
welcome to join us mid-session. It
would be really great to see you and
your children there!
Hayley Griffith; 01794 389524
Christians Together in the Sombornes
invite you to
a Pentecost Celebration
‘Thy Kingdom come’
Sunday 4th June 3.00pm
King’s Somborne Village Hall
Bring a picnic and come and join in the fun.
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Christians Together in Somborne and District
Homegroup We are a small, inter-denominational group who
enjoy discussing the meaning of the Bible which
inspires and guides our Christian Faith.
If you are interested in joining in our informal study of scripture, you
will be very welcome!
For further information please contact Nigel Coleman 01794 388449
From the Parish Registers
4th May Thanksgiving Service at Romsey Abbey Brian Peter Harvey
Orange
Women’s Fellowship
Epworth Hall
Friday, 23rd June
2.30pm
Speaker - Mr Sam Barnes
Theme - ‘The History of Youth Work in
the Church'
Sam is the Youth Leader for the
Methodist Circuit in this area
All are very welcome
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Church services in June 2017
Parish Church 4th June—Pentecost
10.00am Parish Communion *
Readers:
David Evans: Acts 2.1-21
Patrick Holligan: 1 Corinthians 12.3b-
13
Christine Mitchell: John 20.19-23
3.00pm Pentecost Celebration ‘Thy
Kingdom come’ - Village Hall —bring
a picnic!
11th June—Trinity Sunday
8.00am Holy Communion (1662)
10.00am All Age Worship/Family
Service*
18th June—First Sunday after
Trinity
8.00a.m. Holy Communion (1662)
10.00 a.m. Matins*
Readers:
Linda Aucock: Genesis 18.1-15(21.1-
7)
Sue Jackson : Matthew 9.35-10.8(9-23)
25th June—Second Sunday after
Trinity
10.00 a.m. Parish Communion*
Readers:
Antony Chilton: Genesis 21.8-21
Fi Chilton : Romans 6.1b-11
Alwena Rowe: Matthew 10.24-39
6.00 p.m. Alive!
(1st and 3rd Wednesdays)
10.15am Holy Communion (1662) *
*Stay for coffee and biscuits after
services marked *
Methodist Church Sunday 4th June
10.30am Mrs Fay Spencer
3pm Pentecost Celebration
‘Thy Kingdom come’ - Village Hall—
bring a picnic!
Sunday 11th June
10.30am Mr Vivian Dando
Sunday 18th June
10.30am Mrs Jane Rogers
Sunday 25th June
10.30am Rev Andrew Bird—Holy
Communion
Roman Catholic Churches
St Thomas’ Stockbridge
9.00am every Sunday
St Joseph’s Romsey St Andrew’s N. Baddesley
Saturdays: 6.00pm—URC Hall Sundays: 9.00am—St Andrew’s 11.00am—St Andrew’s
For details of services at RC churches, see: www.hampshiredowns.org.uk www.stswithunwellsparish.org.uk
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King’s Somborne, Hampshire. SO20 6PW
The Area Dean has the last word Dear Friends
This month is the General Election which is taking place at a profound time,
when the country is seeking an identity to shape itself for the future. This is about
Brexit, but it is about so much more.
We have become more and more apathetic and cynical about politics and
politicians, and the danger is that this overflows into an apathy about democracy.
This is a great gift – travel to many countries around the world and they look on
our democratic institutions with awe and envy, that we have the power and
influence of free speech and to exercise our right to vote without fear or
intimidation.
So how do we make a difference? Last month, the Archbishops of Canterbury
and York issued a letter about the General Election – you can read it in full here
www.churchofengland.org/media/3977056/electionletter_text.pdf but this is an
extract from the end..
“…love, trust and hope, cohesion, courage and stability - are not the preserve of
any one political party or worldview, but go to the heart of who we are as a
country in all of its diversity. An election campaign, a Parliament and a
Government that hold to these virtues give us a firm foundation on which to live
well together, for the common good.”
In addition, contemporary politics needs to work out where faith and the voice of
faith communities has a say and fits in with this. Rather than being a voice of
division, I believe it is a voice of cohesion. Increasingly, faith communities have
a key and defining part to play in social cohesion and establishing community
values alongside our prevailing self-seeking and individualistic culture.
So, I encourage you to come along to the Hustings in Romsey Abbey on June 1st,
where all the candidates for this constituency will be present, have your say and
listen to what is on offer. But above all, I encourage you to vote, and when you
place that X in the box, give thanks to God for those who fought for our liberty.
Give thanks to God for all those who seek to serve in public office and serve us,
and pray that whoever is in government, will work for greater religious literacy,
tolerance, understanding and free expression.
Above all – may those values of love, trust, hope, cohesion, courage and stability
– be at the heart of our new government. It’s a big ask, but we also live in very
tough and challenging times.
Revd Canon Tim Sledge
Vicar of Romsey & Area Dean of Romsey
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New Management, New Opening Hours and a New Local Menu The John O’Gaunt is a traditional country pub in the heart of the English countryside serving locally
sourced home-cooked food and an excellent selection of ales, spirits, wines and soft drinks.
We look forward to welcoming you soon.
OPENING HOURS:
Monday - Saturday : 11.00 am - 11.00pm Sunday : 11.00 am - 10.30 pm
Food is served everyday from 11.00 am - 8.30 pm
www.johnogauntinn.co.uk
Horsebridge Road, Stockbridge. SO20 6PU 01794 388644
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Neat Sweeps Chimney Sweeping
Chimney need sweeping? Need a specialist survey or inspection of your chimney? Thinking about having a solid
fuel stove installed or reinstating a fireplace?
Neat Sweeps are an established local chimney sweeping
business and we can help!
We issue sweeping certificates, essential for insurance
purposes.
For more information phone
01794 341812 or email [email protected]
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Call Beverley
CROSS STORES AND POST OFFICE News agent National Lottery Off licence
Shop: 01794 336555
7.30-7.00 Monday-Friday
8.00-7.00 Saturday
9.00-1.00 Sunday
Post Office: 01794 388341
9.00-5.30 Monday-Friday
9.00-12.30 Saturday
We are a family owned traditional Post Office, Newsagents, off licence, and convenience store. We stock fresh bread, milk, fruit and vegetables, frozen foods, stationary and gifts, winter fuels and BBQ fuels, a bit of almost everything really!
See our Facebook page for local news and events: www.facebook.com/crossstoresltd
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PRIVATE CHAPEL OF REST
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DAY AND NIGHT SERVICE - TEL:01794 513393
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CALL MARTIN ON For a Professional Service: 01794388668 EMAIL: [email protected]
HANDYMAN Home and Garden
Maintenance and improvements
Painting and decorating
General repairs and improvements
Fencing
Brickwork
Garden maintenance
Shed roofs and repairs etc.
(Liability Insured)
Tel: Chris Johnson 01794 399917
Email: [email protected]
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Domestic Appliance Repairs
Tel 01794 390055
All Leading Makes Repaired
Over 20 Years Experience
Washing Machines, Tumble Driers. Dishwashers
Fridges, Freezers and Electrical Cookers/hobs
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Replacement misted double-glazed units and single-glazed units
into existing frames. Also hinges, handles, locks and gaskets.
Cat-flaps into UPVC doors and greenhouse glass installation.
Face-puttying where needed and for listed buildings.
FREE QUOTES AND ADVICE. OPEN 7 DAYS PER WEEK.
Please go to www.twglazingandwindowrepairs.com
Best Friends
Dog Grooming & Canine Care Based locally in King’s Somborne
A relaxed caring and friendly service with pick-up and drop-off if required
Fully Insured
City & Guilds Qualified
Please contact us to discuss your requirements or make a booking
Tel 07584 208 201
Email: [email protected]
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Tree surveys
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Stump removal
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Qualified (ND Arbor) and
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