Dear readers, the nights are drawing in but so far September has been splendid which makes me think of something to do.

How about volunteering? Kirton has a high population of retired people who need to keep their minds active. They may be not physically strong but its important to keep your brain in shape and volunteering means you get to meet many interesting people.

Don’t know what you what is best for you? Call the experts South Lincs CVS on 365580 and get some free and friendly advice. In my own experience you may give some of your time but you get back something! Quite what it is I’m not sure but you feel better for it – maybe the shrinks have the answer to that one.

Roger Booth

Kirton Town
Hall News

A very successful wedding fayre was held on Sunday the 9th September. There were 28 exhibits ranging from a bridal fashion show, car hire, photographers, wedding co-ordinator, wedding video specialists, white dove release, travel agents, local jewellery, caterers, florists, therapists, beauticians and dj’s. It is planned to hold another wedding fayre next spring.

There was a Kirton Youth Club Disco on Friday the 14th September which was attended by more than eighty young people who had a great time. It was so popular that there will be a Halloween Disco on Friday the 26th October. The organisers should be commended: there is an obvious need for such an event.

The main hall is undergoing decoration, the long, ancient and monstrously heavy wooden tables have been replaced by lightweight plastic ones, and new curtains will be put up shortly. The Management Committee plan further improvements and modernisation.

It is suspected that many village residents are not aware of the fine facilities which are available for hire. The Upsall Room is used for meetings and classes whilst the Main Hall may be used for a wide range of events, parties, jumble sales, dances, etc. There is a kitchen, licensed bar and toilets and the hire rates are comparatively inexpensive.

Any hire income generated is used to maintain and update the premises. The Management Committee is a registered charity and is completely non-profit making.

Please direct any booking enquiries to Elsie Booth on 01205 722230.

 

Kirton Senior School Football Team 1943 / 44

Winners of the Woodthorpe Cup, Boston Junior Cup and the Boston League Shield.

Goals: 132 for and 2 against.

Back row: Mr.J.Hirst, Headmaster, N.Brinkley, G.Simpson, R.Cartwrigth, D.Burden, A.Burden, A.Goodley and Mr.Franklin, Sportsmaster.

Middle row: C.Brinkley, R.Sands, C.Clarkson, S.Traves and D.G.Illiat.
Front row: G.Neal, D.Storey. Photo courtesy Geoff Simpson.

Editors note: goals 132F and 2A what sort of a record was that! Photo courtesy Geoff Simpson.

 

 

 

Frampton Gardening Club

Now the outings are over for this year we are back in the hall for our regular meetings.
On the 30th August Andrew Sankey spoke about ‘Sissinghurst – more than just a white garden’. The members were given a garden map starting through the entrance and visiting the various sections as if actually walking in the garden. This was illustrated by various slides which was an excellent method of explaining how the garden was planned and executed by two great eccentrics Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicholson who created the most famous and popular garden in England – Sissinghurst.Our future speakers are:

25th Oct: Winter colour in the garden.
29th Nov: Tales from the heavy horse centre.

Tragedy struck ‘hen heaven’ in Marsh Road. My neighbour’s dog got in my garden and raided the hen house. I got home from the Luncheon Club to find two dead hens, the garden looking like a pillow factory and no sign of the other three chickens. The following morning I heard Samson crowing in the field. He and the little black hen had survived and are back home. Unfortunately two chickens make a couple; not a flock and they look quite lost wandering around the two runs. I’m sure little black hen misses her sister as they were always together and she has to put up with Samson’s amorous attentions on her own. I think Dolly Daydream died of fright since she was huddled in the corner untouched and Delilah was taken home by the dog as a present to its owner, ‘Look what I’ve got!’ My poor neighbour was horrified and rushed round to me in tears but whats done is done and hopefully little black hen and Samson will have chicks in the spring.

Pauline Chubb

The Kirton Ladies Luncheon Club

Monica Place was the speaker on the 15th September and her subject was Octavia Hill who was born in 1838 in Wisbech, one of eight children with very little formal education who became one of the great reformers of her age. The family moved to Finchley and Octavia was so appalled by the poverty and helplessness in London she resolved to become a landlady herself and improve the quality of life of her tenants. Approaching various philanthropic, wealthy folk she bought properties which she managed herself, collecting rents and arranging necessary repairs. Her understanding that children need a space to play and adults to sit led her to purchase derelict land which became an area of grass and flowers. This eventually led to the formation of the National Trust.

You don’t hear much of Octavia and her sister Mildred who was an educational reformer but they gave up their lives to such work. The Octavia Hill Museum is in Wisbech not far from Peckover House both of which are worth a visit.
On the 11th October our speaker is Sue Stephenson on the subject of ‘Growing up in the sixties’ and on the 8th November Stuart Clifton an ex police officer will be giving a talk.

Pauline Chubb

Editor’s note: there is much information on the internet about Octavia and the museum.

 

The Mother’s Union

The October meeting on Wednesday the 10th is open to all members in our deanery. Liz Lilley will be speaking to us about the M.U. ‘Parenting Project’; a subject much discussed in the media at present.

Helen Airey

 

Kirton News
Needs You!

The magazine is desperate for people to spend a little of their time once a month to distribute the magazine. It entails collecting a bunch of magazines from the Parish Church on Thursday afternoon onwards and pushing them through letterboxes.

Its difficult to say how long it will take – it obviously depends on the length of the round. We have a number of dedicated people who deliver the magazine and if you would like to join them please phone Mary Rayner on 722633.

We are also on the lookout for more committee members: old, young, any colour or ethnic background. We need dynamic people – this is the first criteria. If you have fundraising skills, some IT knowledge, or simply want to help, even better. Phone the undersigned on 722230 and we will take it from there.

Roger Booth

 

Kirton Craft & Hobbies

Our craft group has been running for a year and we are looking for more people to join us, we meet every Friday 1.00pm – 3.00pm at Kirton Town Hall. We’re a friendly bunch with lots of different interest. Whatever your interests are we would like you to share them with us. Just pop in or call Elsie on 722230. We look forward to meeting you.

 

Frampton United Charities

Senior citizens formerly resident in Frampton for 5 years are invited to apply for assistance with their 2007/8 winter electricity accounts. Applications must be to the clerk at the address below by the 31st October 2007. On your application please quote the following: Full name and address, Contact telephone number, Date of birth of WIFE and HUSBAND Further particulars may be required

Clerk to the Trustees - Miss L.P. Bacon
153 Swineshead Road, Frampton Fen, Boston, Lincs, PE20 1SB

 

Music Workshops for Children

At Kirton Town Hall starting Saturday the 3rd November 10.30 am - 12 midday. Sessions will include: instrument playing, singing – songs from all around the world, music and movement, hand drumming, instrument making and composition

Lots of fun for all, no experience necessary, ages 4 – 11 years.

Cost - £ 1 per child, per session, (funded by LNF).
Please call to book places or for more details call Liz on 01775 841750.

Scarlet Community Music Club
Email:Liz@scarletrecording.co.uk www.scarletmusicservices.co.uk/scmc

 

Green Waste

Boston Borough Council Saturday fortnightly collections of garden waste this month are on the 13th and 27th (this year’s last) at the following locations/times:

Kirton End (opposite old Post Office): 9.15am – 9.45 am
Town Hall (car park): 9.50am – 10.25 am
Edinbugh Drive: 10.30am – 11.00 am

Any enquiries regarding this service should be directed to phone 01205 361866/311112.

Geoff Sharp - Clerk to Kirton Parish Council
Tel: 01205 361634

Opening Hours: The Parish Office (Town Hall) is open every Tuesday 
9.30a.m. - 12.30 p.m, (Tel: 01205 723972 during these times).

Website: Log onto the Kirton Parish Council Website for information:
http://thelocalchannel.co.uk/kirton

Kirton Parish Plan

As a result of the findings from the Village Appraisal, a Parish Plan has been set out to address the main issues raised by the people of Kirton Parish. This is as follows: -

Employment
There doesn’t appear to be a major problem as regard to unemployment in the local area, but there is a significant demand for further training with a lack of or perceived lack of experience and qualification amongst respondents. The new industrial development in Wash Road, should further improve the local jobs market. However the training issue will have to be addressed by outside agencies and copies of the village appraisal will be forwarded to the said agencies with the appropriate sections highlighted.

Housing
There is a clear message from the residents of Kirton Parish regarding the recent housing developments in Kirton. It is felt that the large scale housing developments are having a detrimental effect on the character and atmosphere of the village. In addition there is a fear that some facilities are being overwhelmed and traffic and parking problems are not being adequately controlled or provided for. These concerns will be passed on to Boston Borough Council, particularly the Planning Department and Lincolnshire Highways for comments. The Parish council will seek assurances that concerns regarding the infrastructure of the village are addressed. Housing development has also impacted on other areas with pressure being put on medical facilities, schooling, shopping facilities and particularly recreational open space.

Environmental Issues
This section of the Parish appraisal had a very high response rate, with the major concern being the provision of recreational open space. Negotiations are currently taking place involving the Parish Council, Boston Borough Council and the owners of a parcel of land in the village to secure an area for recreational space. It is proposed that the area will be developed for the free use of the young people of the village and later extended for the use of all residents.

In addition to the above, there is also a clearly stated need for play facilities for younger children. A sum of £10,000 has been secured from a local developer for play equipment. Negotiations are currently taking place between the Parish Council, the Housing Association and local residents, to find a suitable site for this equipment. It is hoped that an agreement can be reached and a much needed play area can be installed.

The Youth shelter which was sited at the Town Hall has now been removed. There were many positives to come out of the Youth shelter, however it’s siting near to residential housing was a mistake. The shelter will be refurbished and re-sited with the agreement of the whole community. There were also concerns regarding litter and dog fouling within the village. This problem has been addressed by the Parish Council with the appointment of a Parish Warden. This has significantly improved the situation.

Some of the main requirements from the survey seem to be related to sport and keep fit. However, since that time the Kirton Middlecott Sports Centre has opened and this coupled with the Kirton Leisure Centre, Graves Park Social Club and the Kirton Bowls Club gives the Parish a much better than average facility in this area. The survey did throw up quite a lot of interest in rambling and gardening clubs. Volunteers will be sought from the community in an attempt to get such clubs established.

Transport and Highways
The areas for concern appear to be the junction of High Street and King Street, Station Road, London Road, Boston Road and Willington Road. These concerns relate mainly to speeding illegally and inconsiderate parking, HGV’s and inadequate provision for parking within the village. All these issues plus comments about pavements and footpaths will be raised with Lincolnshire Highways.

Bus Services
A copy of the report was sent to the local bus operators but it is worth noting that the problems raised with regard to bus stop location and disabled access, have been addressed with the installation of new bus stops which include disabled access.

Shops and Services
There is general satisfaction with the shops, Post Office and postal services. The only concern is the number and location of post boxes. These comments will be passed on to the relevant authority.

Medical & Dental Services
A high percentage of residents appear to use medical services outside the village, but it is fair to say that there are no figures available to see how this compares to the national trend. A copy of the appraisal has been sent to the management of the Kirton Medical Centre to highlight the concerns of local residents. To highlight the lack of dental facilities within the community, representations will be made to the Lincolnshire Primary Care Trust.

Town Hall
The Town Hall was considered a good to acceptable facility, but many people suggested that improvements could be made. Since that time a plan of refurbishment has been instigated. The Upsall room and the entrance hall have been refurbished. New windows have been fitted throughout the Town Hall. The more vulnerable windows have been fitted with protective shutters.
The heating system in the Town Hall has been improved with the installation of two new boilers.

The improvement programme will continue with the refurbishment of the main hall, the kitchen area and the toilets. As from June 2007 the management of the Town Hall will be handed over to a committee of local residents and user groups. This will enable the Town Hall to be registered as a charity and will therefore make it easier to attract funding for future major redevelopments.

Public Toilets
Whilst there are no immediate plans to build public toilets, a substantial sum of money has been accrued for this purpose. In the near future a local architect will be consulted to highlight our best options as regard to situation and design. This may be integral to the Town Hall or even free standing. The public will be consulted with regard to location before such a decision is taken.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour
There is a high level of concern regarding crime in the Parish although this is not crime of a serious nature and is more likely to be classed as anti-social behaviour. In recent weeks measures have been put in place under the banner of the “Safer Neighbourhood Project”. To combat under age drinking a number of shops in Kirton and in the surrounding area were tested by police and trading standards for their readiness to sell alcohol to children. A number of outlets were found to do so and fines and warnings were issued. There has been significant reduction in alcohol related incidents since.

The police and drug agencies have carried out checks using very sophisticated equipment to ascertain the usage of illegal drugs in various areas of the village. Although some traces were found, it was concluded that we don’t have a significant drugs problem. A parish monitored CCTV System will soon be installed in the vicinity of the Town Hall, an area highlighted as problematic. This is being done with the help of a locally obtained grant.

Cllr G T Davies - Chairman Kirton Parish Council - 19 April 2007

 

Monthly Recipe - French Pear Tart

 

Trees by Ross Smart

I don’t hug trees anymore,
smooth cheek, rough bark,
listen to the noise and silence.
I don’t lie at the roots
watching flicking leaves, scudding sky,
or  imagine their souls or their thoughts.
Mocked out of my mind at seven years.
I don’t hug trees any more
Now I admire their structure and form,
the ebb and flow of their sap tides.
Watch their glorious hues and know
they are not for me.
Name them in a long dead language
marvel at the life they support.
Agree they are the lungs of the world.
I contemplate their place in history,
feel awe at their brutal power,
weep at their destruction.
I don’t hug trees any more,
smooth cheek, rough bark,
listen to the noise or silence.
I don’t lie at the roots
watching flicking leaves scudding sky,
imagine their souls or their thoughts.
Mocked out / in of my mind at seven years.
I don’t hug trees any more.
Do I?

 

Neighbourhood Policing

Public meetings are to be held where residents of the borough are invited to feed in their views on local policing directly to a panel of local Officers, Divisional Commanders and Police Authority members.
The first meeting will be on 1st October 2007 , at The Assembly Rooms, Market Place, Boston, PE21 6NN and will begin at 7.30pm.

Many Thanks

Adam Eden - Police Community Support Officer
2161 Neighbourhood Policing Team - South Rural
Kirton Police Station - 01205 722002

The Registers

Baptism
We welcome into God's family:

12th August - Alicia Sara Bywater
12th August - Luca Fabio Matos Bywater
19th August - Luke Oliver Booth
26th August - Kyle Adam Chambers
26th August - Jack Aaron Chambers

Weddings
We offer our congratulations to:

11th August - Martyn Graham Bunce and Natalie Kelly Tracey Smith
1st September - Daniel Paul Chester and Samantha Lilo-Kate Bush

Funerals
We commend to God's keeping:

13th August - Barbara Maud Wideman
22nd August - Margaret Helena Gill

 

Donations

The magazine committee wish to say ‘Thank-you’ for the following donations
which are much appreciated.

Kirton Sisterhood £25

Donations for the magazine may be taken into Fossitt & Thorne (The Green), enclosed in an envelope.