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TOWER & TAP
March 2014
SOUTH MARSTON’S COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

INSIDE… Public Exhibition 25th March… Speed Watch
Update… Recycling Collections Update... Church Services…
World War 1 Centenary… Parish Council Resolutions…
Meeting Point Date… Gardening Club… New South Marston
Parish Council Telephone Number...
towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk
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Dear Friends,
I am si ng in my study looking out on yet another rainy, windy and cold day. It could
be worse... But I am sure like me you are looking to brighter be er days. I think we all
long for a life that is full of ‘all things bright and beau ful’. Our theme for this year in
our parishes is ‘Life in all its fullness’. This is a promise of what life is like when we
become true disciples of Christ.
We have already launched the prayer for the church for 2014 - you will find a copy of
this in church. It is a prayer from ‘The Message’ version of the Bible and is from the
le er to the Colossians. This le er has such a lot to teach us about being disciples and
receiving that wonderful blessing of ‘life in all its fullness’. During Lent we shall be
studying Colossians in our sermon series ‘Be complete in Christ’. We will also be
offering you further opportuni es for reflec on at the Oasis Medita ons based on the
events of Holy Week.
If you would like a tradi onal Bible study you could join the York Course being held in
the home of Liz and Roger Hillman; again details of this are published in the yellow
booklet ‘Life in all its fullness’ which is available in church to guide you on your Lenten
journey.
Lent is a limited period and I would like to encourage you to make this short-term
commitment to spend me in engaging in some of the opportuni es on offer. Not all
of them offer a warm, fuzzy experience some may be more challenging. Lent is for all
people and a gi8 from God to allow him to change us for the be er not only as
individuals but as a church.
‘Jesus came and stood among them and said, ‘Peace be with you.’
Jesus comes to bring wholeness,
’Shalom’ to those who look to him - this
is our prayer for ourselves, our families,
our church and our communi es.
With prayers for every blessing,

Vicky Fleming
Priest in Charge

towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk

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Church News
‘Cra Company’ If you would like to meet with other cra8ers who

share ideas, inspire and encourage each other and enjoy a na er
while doing our cra8s. Please come and join us on Wednesday
12th March 2–4pm at Dryden House. More details from Mary
Cooper

Saturday Scene meets on the 8th March in the
4Village Hall 4-5.15pm.
An exciting church event for young families. Stories,
songs, crafts, games and food. Contact Donald Page
on 825693
Lent
This Lent we are offering different opportuni es for reflec on and study. To find
out more please pick up a yellow ‘Life in all its fullness’ book to get all the details.
Mothering Sunday Service 9.30am 30th March
A service to give thanks and praise for the many people who love and
care for us.
Fellowship Meal
On 6th March at 7.30pm we are having a Fellowship meal in the Village Hall if you
are interested in what it happening in your church please come and join us—
Please book for catering purposes by le ng Vicky Fleming know if you are
coming.
The Annual Parochial Church Meeting will be on Sunday 6th April after
the Family service, followed by a ‘Bring and Share Lunch’ in the Vicarage.

The 7.30 Club
for 10 to 16 year olds from Stra on, Stanton & South Marston
Held on alternate Sunday Evenings 7.30pm to 8.45pm at St Margaret’s Centre
Call the St. Margaret’s Church Office for more informa on

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The Meeting Point
Coffee morning with table top sales
(Please book your table by 7th March: £2.50 for people who live in the village, £5 for
those outside and free to village organisations )

8th March from 10 –12.30pm
In the Village Hall
Refreshments provided by South Marston Church
Those who come often remark about the enjoyment of sitting down with a
neighbour they haven’t seen for a while with a cake in one hand and a coffee in
the other.

We look forward to seeing you

Mobile Library - Routes & Times
The mobile library has full access for disabled people.
Dates:

7th & 21st March, 4th April 2014

Arrives

Departs

Place

Area

12.55

13.05

South Marston Bungalows

Right side of road near bus stop

13.10

13.20

South Marston Carriers Arms

Outside Carriers Arms Public House

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Church Services for South Marston
2nd March

11.00am South Marston

9th March

9.30am South Marston

16th March

10.00am South Marston

23rd March

8.00am South Marston

Holy Communion

30th March

9.30am South Marston

Morning Worship

6th April

11.00am South Marston

Family Service

13th April

9.30am South Marston

Morning Worship

20th April

9.30am South Marston

Holy Communion

27th April

8.00am South Marston

Holy Communion

27th April

10.00am St Margaret’s

Family Service
Holy Communion
Team Service

Team Service

South Marston Church is part of the Stra on
Team Ministry. The office is located at St.
Margaret’s Centre, Kenwin Close, Stra on St.
Margaret.
It is open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
mornings from 8.30am to 12 noon.
Email: stmargaretsoffice@ scali.co.uk
or Tel: 826505
If you would like to talk to a priest or book a
Christening or Wedding please contact Rev
Vicky Fleming on 827021 between 6 and 7pm
Members of the team:
Priest in Charge
Asst. Priest
Curate

Rev. Vicky Fleming
Rev. George Fleming
Rev. Helen Baber

Lay Minister

Mr Dan Read

827021
827021
821412

(The Vicarage, South Marston)

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763016
Gardening Club
R_]_nt Ev_nts
On Monday 6th January we held our Social Evening.
We enjoyed a varied selec on of food and drink
provided by our members whilst entertained with
tales and music by George.

Futur_ Ev_nts
The mee ng on Monday 3rd March at 7:30pm will
be our A.G.M. This will be followed by a quiz.
Our programme for the year will be available. All
new members welcome to come along to see what

For further informa1on contact Mike on 827807
or Arthur on 832663

Swindon Supermarine Fixtures
March 2014
● Sat 1st

H

Godalming Town

3:00pm

● Wed 5

H

Taunton Town

7:45pm

● Sat 8th

A

Cinderford Town

3:00pm

● Tue11th

A

Shortwood United

7:45pm

● Sat 15th

H

Bridgwater Town

3:00pm

● Tues 18th

A

Cirencester Town

7:45pm

● Sat 22nd

A

Fleet Town

3:00pm

● Wed 26th

H

Evesham United

7:45pm

● Sat 29th

H

North Leigh

3:00pm

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The Webbs Wood Stadium, Supermarine Road, South
Marston, Swindon, SN3 4SY
W: swindonsupermarinefc.com
E: supermarinefc@aol.com
T: 01793 828778

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Recycle Box Collections - Update
Swindon Council says sorry to residents
who need an extra recycling box
Extra recycling boxes will not be available for collec on star ng from Sunday 9th
February due to an unforeseeable delay and the Council apologises to residents for any
inconvenience caused.
People who s ll need an addi onal box are encouraged to con nue pu ng any surplus
recycling in alterna ve plas c containers or carrier bags and collec on crews will pick
it up as a temporary measure.
The box delay is due to a problem with the supplier and we are working hard to ensure
they are delivered and available to pick up at the collec on points as soon as possible,
hopefully at some point next week.
More than 3,500 boxes have already been issued to residents who need an extra one
to accommodate the weekly to fortnightly recycling collec on service change, star ng
Monday, 3 February.
The recycling changes mean that residents are asked to put out their recycling on the
next day they are due a wheelie bin or blue bag collec on for general waste. Plas cs in
clear bags should also be put out on this day.
There are various ways people can make the most of space in their recycle boxes,
including squashing ns and cans, breaking down any cardboard boxes, stacking
bo les neatly and pu ng shredded paper into a large envelope or cereal box.
For further updates on extra box availability and more informa1on about the service
change, please see www.swindon.gov.uk
Cllr Richard Hurley, Cabinet Member for Public Protec on, Housing and StreetSmart,
said: “I would like to personally apologise to all residents who s ll need an extra box
and reassure them that we are doing all we can to make boxes available as soon as
possible. I appreciate this will be frustra ng for some residents and encourage them to
keep recycling by pu ng any surplus in alterna ve plas c containers or carrier bags
for crews to pick up as normal. Thank you for your con nued pa ence whilst we work
to resolve this as a priority – your coopera on is really appreciated.”
StreetSmart can be contacted via
the links on the SBC website, or by
emailing them at
streetsmart@swindon.gov.uk

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World War 1 Centenary
2014 will mark 100 years since the start of the
First World War. Within government, the
Department for Culture, Media and Sport is
leading plans to build a commemora on fi ng
of this significant milestone in world history,
working alongside partners including the
Imperial War Museums, Heritage Lo ery
Fund and the Commonwealth War Graves
Commission.
South Marston Parish Council is also drawing up plans to mark the Centenary and
would like residents to put forward any ideas they may have for commemora ve
ac vi es. The Parish Council is par cularly keen to gather any informa on about
who fought in WW1 from South Marston, and the impact this had on their families.
Please send your submissions to the Clerk to the Parish Council by 10th April 2014
clerksmpc@southmarston.org.uk
01793 686150

Swindon Older Peoples Forum (SOPF)
New Opportunity
The Swindon Older Peoples Forum (SOPF) are beginning the search for a new
Chair and Secretary. The current Chair (Dave Brown) and Secretary (Carol
Brownlee) will both be stepping down following the SOPF Open Mee ng and
AGM in October or November 2014 but will retain their membership of the
Forum.
If you think either of these roles is something you would like to take on, or
would like to know more about, then Dave and/or Carol will be happy to
provide more informa on. In the first instance contact Dave on 01793
612037 or via e-mail dave.abrown49@gmail.com

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The F & E Harris Memorial Trust
New Community Transport Scheme
The Trust will be funding a community door-to-door transport scheme. It is designed to help
people aged 55 and over who live in South Marston to get out and about and who do not have
their own transport. The scheme started opera on on the 1st January 2014. It will be free of
charge to users.
The scheme will be run by the Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) based in Liden on behalf of the
Trust. Those who require the use of the scheme will need to register their details with RVS
before booking a service requirement. Drivers opera ng with RVS are volunteers and will stay
with the client, help if required, or be available during total journey me.
The contact telephone number to register personal details for the scheme is 01793 465552.
The scheme will typically cover transport needs for trips such as a ending health appointments,
shopping trips and visits to family and friends. A more comprehensive lis ng of acceptable uses
and condi ons produced by the Trust is available when registering with RVS.
The Trust is looking for volunteer drivers to work with the volunteer drivers employed by RVS.
Training, opera ng method and contract details will be supplied by RVS.

Contact Brian McGlone (01793 826243) if you are interested in volunteering or
contact RVS directly.

Animal Magic - Natural History Collections
Swindon Museum and Art Gallery
Friday 28 February – Saturday 5 July 2014
The Swindon Museum and Art Gallery hold a large collec on of Natural History and it’s all on
display un l Saturday 5 July. The display comprises stuffed animals, birds, fish, eggs, shells, horns
and antlers, as well as insects, plants and seeds, many of which are from Swindon and the
surrounding countryside.
You can see the diversity of creatures that call this area their home, as well as seeing species that
have since become rare or ex nct that tell us much about the natural world and our local
environment.

Bath Road, Swindon
Wiltshire SN1 4BA
01793 466556 www.swindon.gov.uk/lc/lc-museums

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South Marston Parish Council Update
February 2014
Detailed below are some of the ac vi es in which the Parish Council par cipated
during the month. For more details, please visit www.southmarston.org.uk and click on
the ‘Parish Council’ area or contact the Parish Clerk on 01793 686150 or email her at
clerksmpc@southmarston.org.uk

Updated the South Marston Allotment Contracts for issue in April
Formula$ng a response to the Local Flood Risk Strategy consulta$on
Undertaking drainage ditch diversion measures (to paid for from the AEE
Community Benefit Fund)
Upda$ng the Village Emergency Plan
Organising an event to encourage the recruitment of new Parish Councillors

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Next Meeting - 18th March 2014
Members of the public are welcome to a end Parish Council mee ngs which are held
at 7.30pm in the Village Hall. There is an “Open 10 Minutes” sec on at the start of the
mee ng where you are invited to ask ques ons
or discuss an agenda item. It would be helpful if
you could inform the Chairman at the start of
the mee ng of any items that you wish to raise
or discuss. All agendas are published on the
village website and on the village no ce boards,
prior to the mee ngs.

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Parish Councillor Vacancies
South Marston Parish Council currently has two vacancies
If you would like to know more about becoming a Parish Councillor
and would be interested in joining the team, please contact the
Parish Clerk via email: clerksmpc@southmarston.org.uk
or call 01793 686150 for more information

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Roads & Connectivity Resolutions
The Parish Council discussed the issues of roads and connec vity at the Parish Council
mee ng on the 18th February 2014. The following resolu ons were passed
unanimously, with all Parish Councillors in a endance:
Consulta$on over the last few years has confirmed that the top concern of local
residents is the impact by development on local road networks and junc$ons onto the
A420. A par$cular cause of concern is the likely increase in traffic using Pound Corner
and Old Vicarage Lane to access the planned new community facili$es and school.
Resolu on 1:
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South Marston Parish Council confirms its agreement with the dra5 SM
SPD’s proposal/requirement for a road link connec$ng the new areas of
development running north of Manor Farmhouse. This should provide
road access into the village central area from the south and from the
west rather than via a ‘bypass’ and exis$ng village roads as suggested
by the developer’s outline planning applica$on.

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To enable this to happen, the Parish Council is willing to allow access
across the southern end of the exis$ng recrea$on ground to the school
and community facili$es provided the community gains the
compensatory green open space behind Bell Gardens.

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The Parish Council will con$nue nego$a$ons with HHL and other
developers to achieve an integrated plan for the village, consistent with
the dra5 Supplementary Planning Documents and Local Plan.

Resolu on 2:
Housing development at Crown Timber has previously been refused as being
too remote from the village centre. The Parish Council will oppose residen$al
development of the Crown Timber or Thornhill sites without:
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A sa$sfactory footpath provision from the site to the centre of the village
in the first phase of development.

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A design layout for both sites that enables appropriate links with the
proposed Eastern Villages development for pedestrians and cyclists as
well as cars.

From the 1st March 2014, the South Marston Parish Council
telephone number will be 01793 686150
towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk

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March 2014
Mon

Tues

Wed

Thurs

Fri

Sat

Sun

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3
Youth Club
(12-18)
18:30-20:30
Village Hall
7.30pm Gardening Club
AGM

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11

7

8

9

Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at
9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall
7.30pm FellowForrest Yoga
ship Meal,
7-8.30pm
Village Hall
Village Hall

4

2

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

Meeting Point
10:00-12:30
Village Hall

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14

5

6

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2.00pm Friendly Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at
Club, Village
9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Hall
Village Hall

Saturday Scene
Village Hall
4pm - 5.15pm

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Wheelie Bins
Mixed Plastics
Green Waste
Recycling

Craft Company
Dryden House
2.00pm
Forrest Yoga
7-8.30pm
Village Hall

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

Parish Council
Meeting
19:30
Village Hall

Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at
9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall

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

Forrest Yoga
7-8.30pm
Village Hall

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3.00pm 8.00pm Public
Exhibition at the
South Marston
Hotel

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27

Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at
9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall

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Wheelie Bins
Mixed Plastics
Green Waste
Recycling

Forrest Yoga
7-8.30pm
Village Hall

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9.30am
Mothering
Sunday Service
April 2014
Mon

Tues

Wed

Thurs

Fri

Sat

Sun

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Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at
9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall
Forrest Yoga
7-8.30pm
Village Hall

Wheelie Bins
Mixed Plastics
Green Waste
Recycling

Meeting Point
10:00-12:30
Village Hall

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Parish Council
Meeting
19:30
Village Hall

Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at
9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall

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EASTER
MONDAY

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Forrest Yoga
7-8.30pm
Village Hall

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Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at
9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall
Forrest Yoga
7-8.30pm
Village Hall

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GOOD FRIDAY

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Wheelie Bins
Mixed Plastics
Green Waste
Recycling
Youth Club
(8-11)
18:30-20:00
Village Hall

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Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at
9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall
Forrest Yoga
7-8.30pm
Village Hall

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The Friendly Club
R_]_nt Ev_nts
Tuesday, 11th February 2014 - in the Village Hall at 2.00pm
A talk was given by Lew Lawton on ‘The history of the
telephone’. The talk and slide show took us through
the inven on of the first means of transmi ng voice
contact between people to the modern systems we
have today.

Futur_ Ev_nts
Tuesday, 11th March 2014 - in the Village Hall at 2.00pm
A talk will be given by Alan Nix on ‘Evacua$on in 1940’.

The Highworth United Charities
RELIEF OF NEED FUND
Supporting South Marston residents

The Relief of Need Fund currently has a limited amount of money available to
assist residents who are in genuine need. Applica on forms are available from
Highworth Council Offices or the Lions’ Shop in Newburgh Place. Please note
that documentary proof of need will be required before applica ons can be
considered.

EDUCATIONAL FUND
Supporting Young People living in South Marston

The Trustees currently have a limited amount of money available to assist
with the educa on or training of young people who can demonstrate
financial need. Applica on forms are available from Highworth Council
Offices or the Lions’ Charity Shop in Newburgh Place, Highworth. Early
application is advised.

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Paul the Postman
Many of you will have no ced that Paul, our village postman,
has been off work since Christmas as he is wai ng for a knee
opera on. Robbie Taylor contacted Paul’s manager at the
Royal Mail to send Paul our best wishes for a speedy return.
Paul’s response is below:
‘I’d like to say a massive THANK YOU for the e-mail you sent to my managers as it was

totally unexpected. It made me feel very emo$onal and proud as the last 3 months
since I injured my knee have been very hard, as the longest I’ve ever been off work
before was two weeks since I started work 30 years ago.
All I’ve ever done with my customers in South Marston the last 13 years is to treat them
the way I would want my postman to treat me, so to get such a nice e-mail for just
doing my job was a much needed boost. I always say at work that I’m very lucky to
deliver to such a lovely village that is full of people that I can call friends as much as
they are my customers, and would happily stay on my round $ll I re$re.
The opera$on on my knee is not due to be done un$l April so unfortunately it will be a
while $ll I get back to work but if you could kindly pass on a personal THANK YOU and
say hello from me to anyone in the village I would really be grateful.’
Robbie has very kindly agreed to act as a collection point for any cards or
messages you would like to pass on to Paul and can be contacted on 823757.

SMRA South Marston Recreation Association
100
CLUB
WINNERS

February
£10
£10
£10
£10

Derek Oxby
Michelle Harvey
Brian Bell
Rose New

(35)
( 3)
(43)
(15)

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Great Daffodil Appeal 2014
Marie Curie Cancer Care
Marie Curie Cancer Care provides free hands-on nursing care for people with all
terminal illnesses either in their own home or in one of the charity’s nine hospices.
Marie Curie is best known for its network of over 2,000 Marie Curie Nurses, who
provide care to pa ents across the UK, as well as emo onal support for their families.
The charity provided care to more than 38,000 people with terminal illnesses, and is the
largest provider of hospice beds outside the NHS.

The Great Daffodil Appeal
Marie Curie’s Great Daffodil Appeal kicks off across the country
on 1st March. Volunteer collectors will be out in force
throughout the month of March encouraging everyone to give
a dona on and wear one of the charity’s daffodil pins.
All the funds raised by the appeal will help Marie Curie Nurses
provide more care for people with terminal illnesses, at the
me when they need the most support.
The Great Daffodil Appeal doesn’t just raise much-needed funds; it also raises
awareness of Marie Curie services and the need for high quality nursing care for people
with terminal illnesses.
As people live longer, increasing numbers of people have long-term condi ons
requiring more complex support towards the final stages of life. Despite this, end of life
care is an under-researched area. Marie Curie invests in high quality research to
provide real benefits to people with terminal illnesses, their carers and families. Marie
Curie is the only charity exclusively funding end of life care research and invests around
£3million per year in research.

So please support the Great Daffodil Appeal, and help give people with
terminal illnesses the care they need and deserve at the end of their lives.
For more informa1on call 0845 601 3107 (local rate) or visit
www.mariecurie.org.uk/daffodil

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Letters
What's Going On?
I do like to know what is going on in the village, par cularly with the proposed
expansion, so since my arrival in October 2012 I have made a point of a ending the
monthly South Marston Parish Council (SMPC) mee ngs.
I know more about drainage and culverts than I have ever known and I could probably
hold my own in a conversa on about the village allotments thanks to Barry
Thunder. Two ini a ves, Speed Watch and the 20 MPH zoning led by Tony Leathart
and Colin McEwen respec vely, should ensure traffic adheres to sensible speed limits
making the village a safer place to be.
There are procedures for dealing with parishioners' concerns so write in if you need
help to resolve a problem. I have learned what can be done to tackle troublesome
neighbours as well as hedges and leaves crea ng hazardous condi ons for drivers and
cyclists.
Ken Millard informs the group about proposed extensions and building works, whilst
Sylvia Brown takes the lead on the village expansion.
There is a lot going on and mee ngs are eye opening.
The school is being expanded onto the Rec and if we want to know what progress is
being made on this topic SMPC says we need to contact Swindon Borough Council. If
like me you want to keep up with proposals for the use of what will remain of the Rec
(a new hall for the village with car parking and access road possibly) come along and
have a say either on the Council (there are two vacancies) or join me in the 'public
gallery' to listen in. You will be made very welcome. Thank you Adye Goodenough for
your company these past months.
Of course si ng through these mee ngs is not everyone's cup of tea so check out the
village website for SMPC reports, minutes and agendas. If you need help to get to
mee ngs remember our new door-to-door transport scheme. Either way it's good to
know what's going on that affects life in the village today and what's going on at this
point in me that is shaping the future for our children and grandchildren. Time well
spent I think.
Anne Featherstone, Stonecro5
(Re$red but never without a job to do)

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Community Speed Watch Scheme
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO OPERATE THE SPEEDGUN
SPEEDWATCH UNIFORM PROVIDED

The Community Speed Watch (CSW) scheme, run by the Swindon Borough
Council in conjunc on with the Police, gives local people the chance to be
ac vely involved in making South Marston’s roads safer for everyone in the
village.
With the expansion of the village, many more cars are expected to use the
village roads and, if the 20mph zone is introduced, the CSW Team will be there
to help ensure that it is observed.
If you can spare just an hour or two a month at a me to suit you (maybe
before or a8er work) then please contact the village co-ordinator:

Tony Leathart on 01793 827744 or 07765703228
or
tony.leathart@b1nternet.com

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Lifeboat Needs Help
Highworth and District Branch of the RNLI (Lifeboats) is need of help with our annual
house to house collec on in Highworth and surrounding villages. 2 to 3 hours in the two
weeks commencing 26th April is all we ask - obviously if you can do more then this will
be thankfully received.
The RNLI receives no funding from the government; they rely purely on Fundraising and
Dona ons. As well as the Lifeboats, the RNLI also employs Lifeguards on the beaches
and are at the forefront in these mes of floods.
If you feel you could help this worthy cause or for more informa1on please phone Jo
on 01793 763575 If she is not in please leave a message.

Thank you for your support
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SOUTH MARSTON
VILLAGE HALL
HIRE CHARGES
All enquiries and to make a booking please contact Rachel Case
http://southmarston.org.uk/village-hall-bookings/
or email: smra@sky.com tel: 01793 832719 / 07545 923021
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  • 1. TOWER & TAP March 2014 SOUTH MARSTON’S COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER INSIDE… Public Exhibition 25th March… Speed Watch Update… Recycling Collections Update... Church Services… World War 1 Centenary… Parish Council Resolutions… Meeting Point Date… Gardening Club… New South Marston Parish Council Telephone Number... towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk
  • 3. Dear Friends, I am si ng in my study looking out on yet another rainy, windy and cold day. It could be worse... But I am sure like me you are looking to brighter be er days. I think we all long for a life that is full of ‘all things bright and beau ful’. Our theme for this year in our parishes is ‘Life in all its fullness’. This is a promise of what life is like when we become true disciples of Christ. We have already launched the prayer for the church for 2014 - you will find a copy of this in church. It is a prayer from ‘The Message’ version of the Bible and is from the le er to the Colossians. This le er has such a lot to teach us about being disciples and receiving that wonderful blessing of ‘life in all its fullness’. During Lent we shall be studying Colossians in our sermon series ‘Be complete in Christ’. We will also be offering you further opportuni es for reflec on at the Oasis Medita ons based on the events of Holy Week. If you would like a tradi onal Bible study you could join the York Course being held in the home of Liz and Roger Hillman; again details of this are published in the yellow booklet ‘Life in all its fullness’ which is available in church to guide you on your Lenten journey. Lent is a limited period and I would like to encourage you to make this short-term commitment to spend me in engaging in some of the opportuni es on offer. Not all of them offer a warm, fuzzy experience some may be more challenging. Lent is for all people and a gi8 from God to allow him to change us for the be er not only as individuals but as a church. ‘Jesus came and stood among them and said, ‘Peace be with you.’ Jesus comes to bring wholeness, ’Shalom’ to those who look to him - this is our prayer for ourselves, our families, our church and our communi es. With prayers for every blessing, Vicky Fleming Priest in Charge towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk 3
  • 4. Church News ‘Cra Company’ If you would like to meet with other cra8ers who share ideas, inspire and encourage each other and enjoy a na er while doing our cra8s. Please come and join us on Wednesday 12th March 2–4pm at Dryden House. More details from Mary Cooper Saturday Scene meets on the 8th March in the 4Village Hall 4-5.15pm. An exciting church event for young families. Stories, songs, crafts, games and food. Contact Donald Page on 825693 Lent This Lent we are offering different opportuni es for reflec on and study. To find out more please pick up a yellow ‘Life in all its fullness’ book to get all the details. Mothering Sunday Service 9.30am 30th March A service to give thanks and praise for the many people who love and care for us. Fellowship Meal On 6th March at 7.30pm we are having a Fellowship meal in the Village Hall if you are interested in what it happening in your church please come and join us— Please book for catering purposes by le ng Vicky Fleming know if you are coming. The Annual Parochial Church Meeting will be on Sunday 6th April after the Family service, followed by a ‘Bring and Share Lunch’ in the Vicarage. The 7.30 Club for 10 to 16 year olds from Stra on, Stanton & South Marston Held on alternate Sunday Evenings 7.30pm to 8.45pm at St Margaret’s Centre Call the St. Margaret’s Church Office for more informa on 4 http://southmarston.org.uk
  • 5. The Meeting Point Coffee morning with table top sales (Please book your table by 7th March: £2.50 for people who live in the village, £5 for those outside and free to village organisations ) 8th March from 10 –12.30pm In the Village Hall Refreshments provided by South Marston Church Those who come often remark about the enjoyment of sitting down with a neighbour they haven’t seen for a while with a cake in one hand and a coffee in the other. We look forward to seeing you Mobile Library - Routes & Times The mobile library has full access for disabled people. Dates: 7th & 21st March, 4th April 2014 Arrives Departs Place Area 12.55 13.05 South Marston Bungalows Right side of road near bus stop 13.10 13.20 South Marston Carriers Arms Outside Carriers Arms Public House towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk 5
  • 6. Church Services for South Marston 2nd March 11.00am South Marston 9th March 9.30am South Marston 16th March 10.00am South Marston 23rd March 8.00am South Marston Holy Communion 30th March 9.30am South Marston Morning Worship 6th April 11.00am South Marston Family Service 13th April 9.30am South Marston Morning Worship 20th April 9.30am South Marston Holy Communion 27th April 8.00am South Marston Holy Communion 27th April 10.00am St Margaret’s Family Service Holy Communion Team Service Team Service South Marston Church is part of the Stra on Team Ministry. The office is located at St. Margaret’s Centre, Kenwin Close, Stra on St. Margaret. It is open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 8.30am to 12 noon. Email: stmargaretsoffice@ scali.co.uk or Tel: 826505 If you would like to talk to a priest or book a Christening or Wedding please contact Rev Vicky Fleming on 827021 between 6 and 7pm Members of the team: Priest in Charge Asst. Priest Curate Rev. Vicky Fleming Rev. George Fleming Rev. Helen Baber Lay Minister Mr Dan Read 827021 827021 821412 (The Vicarage, South Marston) 6 http://southmarston.org.uk 763016
  • 7. Gardening Club R_]_nt Ev_nts On Monday 6th January we held our Social Evening. We enjoyed a varied selec on of food and drink provided by our members whilst entertained with tales and music by George. Futur_ Ev_nts The mee ng on Monday 3rd March at 7:30pm will be our A.G.M. This will be followed by a quiz. Our programme for the year will be available. All new members welcome to come along to see what For further informa1on contact Mike on 827807 or Arthur on 832663 Swindon Supermarine Fixtures March 2014 ● Sat 1st H Godalming Town 3:00pm ● Wed 5 H Taunton Town 7:45pm ● Sat 8th A Cinderford Town 3:00pm ● Tue11th A Shortwood United 7:45pm ● Sat 15th H Bridgwater Town 3:00pm ● Tues 18th A Cirencester Town 7:45pm ● Sat 22nd A Fleet Town 3:00pm ● Wed 26th H Evesham United 7:45pm ● Sat 29th H North Leigh 3:00pm th The Webbs Wood Stadium, Supermarine Road, South Marston, Swindon, SN3 4SY W: swindonsupermarinefc.com E: supermarinefc@aol.com T: 01793 828778 towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk 7
  • 8. Recycle Box Collections - Update Swindon Council says sorry to residents who need an extra recycling box Extra recycling boxes will not be available for collec on star ng from Sunday 9th February due to an unforeseeable delay and the Council apologises to residents for any inconvenience caused. People who s ll need an addi onal box are encouraged to con nue pu ng any surplus recycling in alterna ve plas c containers or carrier bags and collec on crews will pick it up as a temporary measure. The box delay is due to a problem with the supplier and we are working hard to ensure they are delivered and available to pick up at the collec on points as soon as possible, hopefully at some point next week. More than 3,500 boxes have already been issued to residents who need an extra one to accommodate the weekly to fortnightly recycling collec on service change, star ng Monday, 3 February. The recycling changes mean that residents are asked to put out their recycling on the next day they are due a wheelie bin or blue bag collec on for general waste. Plas cs in clear bags should also be put out on this day. There are various ways people can make the most of space in their recycle boxes, including squashing ns and cans, breaking down any cardboard boxes, stacking bo les neatly and pu ng shredded paper into a large envelope or cereal box. For further updates on extra box availability and more informa1on about the service change, please see www.swindon.gov.uk Cllr Richard Hurley, Cabinet Member for Public Protec on, Housing and StreetSmart, said: “I would like to personally apologise to all residents who s ll need an extra box and reassure them that we are doing all we can to make boxes available as soon as possible. I appreciate this will be frustra ng for some residents and encourage them to keep recycling by pu ng any surplus in alterna ve plas c containers or carrier bags for crews to pick up as normal. Thank you for your con nued pa ence whilst we work to resolve this as a priority – your coopera on is really appreciated.” StreetSmart can be contacted via the links on the SBC website, or by emailing them at streetsmart@swindon.gov.uk 8 http://southmarston.org.uk
  • 9. World War 1 Centenary 2014 will mark 100 years since the start of the First World War. Within government, the Department for Culture, Media and Sport is leading plans to build a commemora on fi ng of this significant milestone in world history, working alongside partners including the Imperial War Museums, Heritage Lo ery Fund and the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. South Marston Parish Council is also drawing up plans to mark the Centenary and would like residents to put forward any ideas they may have for commemora ve ac vi es. The Parish Council is par cularly keen to gather any informa on about who fought in WW1 from South Marston, and the impact this had on their families. Please send your submissions to the Clerk to the Parish Council by 10th April 2014 clerksmpc@southmarston.org.uk 01793 686150 Swindon Older Peoples Forum (SOPF) New Opportunity The Swindon Older Peoples Forum (SOPF) are beginning the search for a new Chair and Secretary. The current Chair (Dave Brown) and Secretary (Carol Brownlee) will both be stepping down following the SOPF Open Mee ng and AGM in October or November 2014 but will retain their membership of the Forum. If you think either of these roles is something you would like to take on, or would like to know more about, then Dave and/or Carol will be happy to provide more informa on. In the first instance contact Dave on 01793 612037 or via e-mail dave.abrown49@gmail.com towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk 9
  • 10. The F & E Harris Memorial Trust New Community Transport Scheme The Trust will be funding a community door-to-door transport scheme. It is designed to help people aged 55 and over who live in South Marston to get out and about and who do not have their own transport. The scheme started opera on on the 1st January 2014. It will be free of charge to users. The scheme will be run by the Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) based in Liden on behalf of the Trust. Those who require the use of the scheme will need to register their details with RVS before booking a service requirement. Drivers opera ng with RVS are volunteers and will stay with the client, help if required, or be available during total journey me. The contact telephone number to register personal details for the scheme is 01793 465552. The scheme will typically cover transport needs for trips such as a ending health appointments, shopping trips and visits to family and friends. A more comprehensive lis ng of acceptable uses and condi ons produced by the Trust is available when registering with RVS. The Trust is looking for volunteer drivers to work with the volunteer drivers employed by RVS. Training, opera ng method and contract details will be supplied by RVS. Contact Brian McGlone (01793 826243) if you are interested in volunteering or contact RVS directly. Animal Magic - Natural History Collections Swindon Museum and Art Gallery Friday 28 February – Saturday 5 July 2014 The Swindon Museum and Art Gallery hold a large collec on of Natural History and it’s all on display un l Saturday 5 July. The display comprises stuffed animals, birds, fish, eggs, shells, horns and antlers, as well as insects, plants and seeds, many of which are from Swindon and the surrounding countryside. You can see the diversity of creatures that call this area their home, as well as seeing species that have since become rare or ex nct that tell us much about the natural world and our local environment. Bath Road, Swindon Wiltshire SN1 4BA 01793 466556 www.swindon.gov.uk/lc/lc-museums 10 http://southmarston.org.uk
  • 12. South Marston Parish Council Update February 2014 Detailed below are some of the ac vi es in which the Parish Council par cipated during the month. For more details, please visit www.southmarston.org.uk and click on the ‘Parish Council’ area or contact the Parish Clerk on 01793 686150 or email her at clerksmpc@southmarston.org.uk Updated the South Marston Allotment Contracts for issue in April Formula$ng a response to the Local Flood Risk Strategy consulta$on Undertaking drainage ditch diversion measures (to paid for from the AEE Community Benefit Fund) Upda$ng the Village Emergency Plan Organising an event to encourage the recruitment of new Parish Councillors • • • • • Next Meeting - 18th March 2014 Members of the public are welcome to a end Parish Council mee ngs which are held at 7.30pm in the Village Hall. There is an “Open 10 Minutes” sec on at the start of the mee ng where you are invited to ask ques ons or discuss an agenda item. It would be helpful if you could inform the Chairman at the start of the mee ng of any items that you wish to raise or discuss. All agendas are published on the village website and on the village no ce boards, prior to the mee ngs. • Parish Councillor Vacancies South Marston Parish Council currently has two vacancies If you would like to know more about becoming a Parish Councillor and would be interested in joining the team, please contact the Parish Clerk via email: clerksmpc@southmarston.org.uk or call 01793 686150 for more information 12 http://southmarston.org.uk
  • 13. Roads & Connectivity Resolutions The Parish Council discussed the issues of roads and connec vity at the Parish Council mee ng on the 18th February 2014. The following resolu ons were passed unanimously, with all Parish Councillors in a endance: Consulta$on over the last few years has confirmed that the top concern of local residents is the impact by development on local road networks and junc$ons onto the A420. A par$cular cause of concern is the likely increase in traffic using Pound Corner and Old Vicarage Lane to access the planned new community facili$es and school. Resolu on 1: • South Marston Parish Council confirms its agreement with the dra5 SM SPD’s proposal/requirement for a road link connec$ng the new areas of development running north of Manor Farmhouse. This should provide road access into the village central area from the south and from the west rather than via a ‘bypass’ and exis$ng village roads as suggested by the developer’s outline planning applica$on. • To enable this to happen, the Parish Council is willing to allow access across the southern end of the exis$ng recrea$on ground to the school and community facili$es provided the community gains the compensatory green open space behind Bell Gardens. • The Parish Council will con$nue nego$a$ons with HHL and other developers to achieve an integrated plan for the village, consistent with the dra5 Supplementary Planning Documents and Local Plan. Resolu on 2: Housing development at Crown Timber has previously been refused as being too remote from the village centre. The Parish Council will oppose residen$al development of the Crown Timber or Thornhill sites without: • A sa$sfactory footpath provision from the site to the centre of the village in the first phase of development. • A design layout for both sites that enables appropriate links with the proposed Eastern Villages development for pedestrians and cyclists as well as cars. From the 1st March 2014, the South Marston Parish Council telephone number will be 01793 686150 towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk 13
  • 14. March 2014 Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun 1 3 Youth Club (12-18) 18:30-20:30 Village Hall 7.30pm Gardening Club AGM 10 11 7 8 9 Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at 9:00-11:00 Carriers Arms Village Hall 7.30pm FellowForrest Yoga ship Meal, 7-8.30pm Village Hall Village Hall 4 2 Youth Club (8-11) 18:30-20:00 Village Hall Meeting Point 10:00-12:30 Village Hall 12 14 5 6 13 2.00pm Friendly Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at Club, Village 9:00-11:00 Carriers Arms Hall Village Hall Saturday Scene Village Hall 4pm - 5.15pm 15 16 22 23 29 30 Wheelie Bins Mixed Plastics Green Waste Recycling Craft Company Dryden House 2.00pm Forrest Yoga 7-8.30pm Village Hall 17 18 19 20 Youth Club (12-18) 18:30-20:30 Village Hall Parish Council Meeting 19:30 Village Hall Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at 9:00-11:00 Carriers Arms Village Hall 21 Youth Club (8-11) 18:30-20:00 Village Hall Forrest Yoga 7-8.30pm Village Hall 24 26 3.00pm 8.00pm Public Exhibition at the South Marston Hotel 14 25 27 Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at 9:00-11:00 Carriers Arms Village Hall 28 Wheelie Bins Mixed Plastics Green Waste Recycling Forrest Yoga 7-8.30pm Village Hall http://southmarston.org.uk 9.30am Mothering Sunday Service
  • 15. April 2014 Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at 9:00-11:00 Carriers Arms Village Hall Forrest Yoga 7-8.30pm Village Hall Wheelie Bins Mixed Plastics Green Waste Recycling Meeting Point 10:00-12:30 Village Hall 15 16 18 19 20 Parish Council Meeting 19:30 Village Hall Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at 9:00-11:00 Carriers Arms Village Hall 22 23 26 27 14 21 EASTER MONDAY 28 17 Forrest Yoga 7-8.30pm Village Hall 24 Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at 9:00-11:00 Carriers Arms Village Hall Forrest Yoga 7-8.30pm Village Hall 29 GOOD FRIDAY 25 Wheelie Bins Mixed Plastics Green Waste Recycling Youth Club (8-11) 18:30-20:00 Village Hall 30 Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at 9:00-11:00 Carriers Arms Village Hall Forrest Yoga 7-8.30pm Village Hall towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk 15
  • 16. The Friendly Club R_]_nt Ev_nts Tuesday, 11th February 2014 - in the Village Hall at 2.00pm A talk was given by Lew Lawton on ‘The history of the telephone’. The talk and slide show took us through the inven on of the first means of transmi ng voice contact between people to the modern systems we have today. Futur_ Ev_nts Tuesday, 11th March 2014 - in the Village Hall at 2.00pm A talk will be given by Alan Nix on ‘Evacua$on in 1940’. The Highworth United Charities RELIEF OF NEED FUND Supporting South Marston residents The Relief of Need Fund currently has a limited amount of money available to assist residents who are in genuine need. Applica on forms are available from Highworth Council Offices or the Lions’ Shop in Newburgh Place. Please note that documentary proof of need will be required before applica ons can be considered. EDUCATIONAL FUND Supporting Young People living in South Marston The Trustees currently have a limited amount of money available to assist with the educa on or training of young people who can demonstrate financial need. Applica on forms are available from Highworth Council Offices or the Lions’ Charity Shop in Newburgh Place, Highworth. Early application is advised. 16 http://southmarston.org.uk
  • 17. Paul the Postman Many of you will have no ced that Paul, our village postman, has been off work since Christmas as he is wai ng for a knee opera on. Robbie Taylor contacted Paul’s manager at the Royal Mail to send Paul our best wishes for a speedy return. Paul’s response is below: ‘I’d like to say a massive THANK YOU for the e-mail you sent to my managers as it was totally unexpected. It made me feel very emo$onal and proud as the last 3 months since I injured my knee have been very hard, as the longest I’ve ever been off work before was two weeks since I started work 30 years ago. All I’ve ever done with my customers in South Marston the last 13 years is to treat them the way I would want my postman to treat me, so to get such a nice e-mail for just doing my job was a much needed boost. I always say at work that I’m very lucky to deliver to such a lovely village that is full of people that I can call friends as much as they are my customers, and would happily stay on my round $ll I re$re. The opera$on on my knee is not due to be done un$l April so unfortunately it will be a while $ll I get back to work but if you could kindly pass on a personal THANK YOU and say hello from me to anyone in the village I would really be grateful.’ Robbie has very kindly agreed to act as a collection point for any cards or messages you would like to pass on to Paul and can be contacted on 823757. SMRA South Marston Recreation Association 100 CLUB WINNERS February £10 £10 £10 £10 Derek Oxby Michelle Harvey Brian Bell Rose New (35) ( 3) (43) (15) towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk 17
  • 19. Great Daffodil Appeal 2014 Marie Curie Cancer Care Marie Curie Cancer Care provides free hands-on nursing care for people with all terminal illnesses either in their own home or in one of the charity’s nine hospices. Marie Curie is best known for its network of over 2,000 Marie Curie Nurses, who provide care to pa ents across the UK, as well as emo onal support for their families. The charity provided care to more than 38,000 people with terminal illnesses, and is the largest provider of hospice beds outside the NHS. The Great Daffodil Appeal Marie Curie’s Great Daffodil Appeal kicks off across the country on 1st March. Volunteer collectors will be out in force throughout the month of March encouraging everyone to give a dona on and wear one of the charity’s daffodil pins. All the funds raised by the appeal will help Marie Curie Nurses provide more care for people with terminal illnesses, at the me when they need the most support. The Great Daffodil Appeal doesn’t just raise much-needed funds; it also raises awareness of Marie Curie services and the need for high quality nursing care for people with terminal illnesses. As people live longer, increasing numbers of people have long-term condi ons requiring more complex support towards the final stages of life. Despite this, end of life care is an under-researched area. Marie Curie invests in high quality research to provide real benefits to people with terminal illnesses, their carers and families. Marie Curie is the only charity exclusively funding end of life care research and invests around £3million per year in research. So please support the Great Daffodil Appeal, and help give people with terminal illnesses the care they need and deserve at the end of their lives. For more informa1on call 0845 601 3107 (local rate) or visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/daffodil towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk 19
  • 20. Letters What's Going On? I do like to know what is going on in the village, par cularly with the proposed expansion, so since my arrival in October 2012 I have made a point of a ending the monthly South Marston Parish Council (SMPC) mee ngs. I know more about drainage and culverts than I have ever known and I could probably hold my own in a conversa on about the village allotments thanks to Barry Thunder. Two ini a ves, Speed Watch and the 20 MPH zoning led by Tony Leathart and Colin McEwen respec vely, should ensure traffic adheres to sensible speed limits making the village a safer place to be. There are procedures for dealing with parishioners' concerns so write in if you need help to resolve a problem. I have learned what can be done to tackle troublesome neighbours as well as hedges and leaves crea ng hazardous condi ons for drivers and cyclists. Ken Millard informs the group about proposed extensions and building works, whilst Sylvia Brown takes the lead on the village expansion. There is a lot going on and mee ngs are eye opening. The school is being expanded onto the Rec and if we want to know what progress is being made on this topic SMPC says we need to contact Swindon Borough Council. If like me you want to keep up with proposals for the use of what will remain of the Rec (a new hall for the village with car parking and access road possibly) come along and have a say either on the Council (there are two vacancies) or join me in the 'public gallery' to listen in. You will be made very welcome. Thank you Adye Goodenough for your company these past months. Of course si ng through these mee ngs is not everyone's cup of tea so check out the village website for SMPC reports, minutes and agendas. If you need help to get to mee ngs remember our new door-to-door transport scheme. Either way it's good to know what's going on that affects life in the village today and what's going on at this point in me that is shaping the future for our children and grandchildren. Time well spent I think. Anne Featherstone, Stonecro5 (Re$red but never without a job to do) 20 http://southmarston.org.uk
  • 21. Community Speed Watch Scheme VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO OPERATE THE SPEEDGUN SPEEDWATCH UNIFORM PROVIDED The Community Speed Watch (CSW) scheme, run by the Swindon Borough Council in conjunc on with the Police, gives local people the chance to be ac vely involved in making South Marston’s roads safer for everyone in the village. With the expansion of the village, many more cars are expected to use the village roads and, if the 20mph zone is introduced, the CSW Team will be there to help ensure that it is observed. If you can spare just an hour or two a month at a me to suit you (maybe before or a8er work) then please contact the village co-ordinator: Tony Leathart on 01793 827744 or 07765703228 or tony.leathart@b1nternet.com towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk 21
  • 22. Lifeboat Needs Help Highworth and District Branch of the RNLI (Lifeboats) is need of help with our annual house to house collec on in Highworth and surrounding villages. 2 to 3 hours in the two weeks commencing 26th April is all we ask - obviously if you can do more then this will be thankfully received. The RNLI receives no funding from the government; they rely purely on Fundraising and Dona ons. As well as the Lifeboats, the RNLI also employs Lifeguards on the beaches and are at the forefront in these mes of floods. If you feel you could help this worthy cause or for more informa1on please phone Jo on 01793 763575 If she is not in please leave a message. Thank you for your support 22 http://southmarston.org.uk
  • 23. SOUTH MARSTON VILLAGE HALL HIRE CHARGES All enquiries and to make a booking please contact Rachel Case http://southmarston.org.uk/village-hall-bookings/ or email: smra@sky.com tel: 01793 832719 / 07545 923021 Refundable deposit also applies for all one off bookings Please see website for further details. Terms and Conditions apply. REGULAR HIRE COST Local Village Organisation £5.00 per hour Non-Local Organisation £8.00 per hour Parish Council £8.50 per hour ONE-OFF BOOKINGS e.g. Children's Party, Family Party, Christenings etc Morning Session Afternoon Session Evening Session 08:30 – 13:30 13:30 – 18:30 18:30 – 23:30 COST Village Resident £20.00 £25.00 £30.00 Non-Resident £25.00 £30.00 £35.00 Send your contribu ons for our next issue to towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk by Friday, 21st March 2014 towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk 23
  • 24. HOME TUTORING Fully qualified primary teacher offering home tutoring at competitive prices Maths from KS1 to GCSE (£25 - £30 / hour) Literacy KS1 and KS2 (£25 / hour) Full CRB certificate Kirsty Feline BSc (Mathematics) PGCE Tel: 07855 099086 kirstyfeline@hotmail.com 24 http://southmarston.org.uk
  • 25. Tower & Tap Advertising Rates 2014 The South Marston Tower & Tap is a popular publica on, published monthly with a double issue in Dec/Jan and Jul/Aug. It is distributed by hand to 375 homes in South Marston with a poten al readership in excess of 700. It is also published on our website increasing its reach beyond householders. Please send all advertisements to towerandtapadvertising@southmarston.org.uk By the 12th of the month before the publication you require Black and White Colour (for back page or inside cover) For a one off ad: £27.50 full page £16.50 half page £8.80 quarter page. For a one off ad £35.00 full page £20.00 half page £10.00 quarter page For one year (10 issues) £82.50 full page £49.50 half page £27.50 quarter page For one year (10 Issues) £100.00 full page £65.00 half page £35.00 quarter page All prices exclude VAT (where applicable) and are valid for 30 days from issue of this schedule Invoices will be issued electronically and are payable prior to publication Note: the dimensions above are based on B5 size pages. (164mmx 235mm) Your advertisement should be sent to towerandtapadvertising@southmarston.org.uk in an electronic format ie .jpeg or .png or .pdf Please send any logos or picture files in a separate file. Failure to send your files by 12th of the Month will delay publication towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk 25
  • 26. Useful Contacts Parish Council Chair Stuart Young T 828775 Parish Council Vice Chair Sylvia Brown T 823535 Clerk to the Parish Council Amanda Burchell T 01793 686150 SMRA Chair Angie Newton T 832034 SMRA Secretary Julie Hatherall T 07857 310624 Village Hall Bookings Rachel Case T 832719 Football Field Bookings Chris Maull T 824505 Tots & Toddlers Ryan Turner T 07568 065924 Youth Club Julie & Steve T 07923 441296 Gardening Club Mike New T 827807 Friendly Club Brian McGlone T 826243 Spitfires Football Club Bev Maull T 824505 South Marston School Luke Madison T 823379 Pre–School Pre-School Staff T 07847 590601 Saplings Children’s Centre (All Sorts) T 829996 Ward Councillors Russell Holland T 07999 566623 John Haines T 07901 534640 Colin Lovell T 321634 Member of Parliament Justin Tomlinson T 522123 Priest in Charge Vicky Fleming T 827021 Church Wardens Richard Sansum T 831473 Tina Hiscocks T 832884 Website Donald Jones T 823035 Tower and Tap Amanda Burchell T 01793 686150 26 http://southmarston.org.uk