Yoredale News

The Parish and Community

Magazine For
Masham, Healey, West Tanfield,
North Stainley and Well with Snape

May 2018

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 PARISH MAGAZINE
Masham, Healey, West Tanfield, North Stainley and Well with Snape.
May 2018
Volume 33 Number 5

Vicar: The Revd. David Cleeves, The Vicarage, Rodney Terrace, Masham,
HG4 4JA (01765 689255) email: revdavidcleeves@gmail.com
Curate: Revd. Nick Morgan 01765 635039 email: revnjmorgan@gmail.com
Children & Youth Worker: contact Revd. David Cleeves
Website: www.mashamparishes.org

Churchwardens:
Masham
Robert Arnold 01765 689116
Jim Hunter 01765 689828
Irene Saunders 01765 688306
Cath Boshier 01765 688957
Healey
Anne Ramsay 01765 689278
Delia Richmond 01765 658765
Well with Snape
John Knopp 01677 470204

West Tanfield North Stainley

David Bryant 01765 635206 Scilla Kealy 01765 635253
Christopher Bourne-Arton 01677 470385 Christine Waugh.01765 603802

Methodist Church: Minister: Rev. Dr. Pat Malham 01765 688556.

Leadership Team: Stewards:

Masham West Tanfield
Joy Rayden 01765 689310
Steve Laugher 01765 689559 Mr Simon Abel 01677 470297
Pauline Staton 01765 689175
Janet Newey 01765 689302 Snape
Nigel Wright 01677 427249 Graham Pentelow 01677 470904
Pete Hammond 688568.
Magazine Editor: Christine Greensit. 5 Chapman Lane, Masham HG4 4EE
Telephone: 01765 689711. Email: yoredalenews@gmail.com
Advertising. Lynn Simms. Email:lynn.cameronsimms@yahoo.co.uk
or Telephone: 01765 689784
Material should either be posted or emailed to the editor who reserves the
right not to include items if space is limited.
Donations are always welcome. Please make cheques payable to
'Masham PCC' and sent to the editor. Thank you.
Closing Date for the June magazine is 10th May
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From the Vicarage Fake News and Good News
We hear much about fake news, from Russia, from people who put their
gloss on stories and from film makers. In recent years there have been
stories about Mary Magdalene and her relationship to Jesus - close,
married, had a child - and legends about her going to south of France. All
fake news.
All we know for sure is that Mary Magdalene was one of a group of women
who ministered to Jesus' needs, then saw Him crucified and buried. Two
days later they found His tomb empty and she met Him in the garden, when
He told her to tell His Disciples He had risen from the dead. The empty
tomb, where no one could produce the body, meeting Jesus alive after His
crucifixion, which she and the Disciples did, and the fact that this
transformed their lives from being fearful to being preachers of this good
news, are the key evidence for Christ's Resurrection. She was central to
this - the messenger or Apostle to the Apostles. But there her story ends.
Later, on Ascension Day (10th May this year) the Disciples heard their
Lord's command to 'Go into all the world and proclaim the Gospel of Christ
Crucified and Risen'. He who had taught about God's truth and love,
forgiven penitent sinners, proclaimed care and justice to all in need, and
given hope and new life to all who believe in Him. This was the good news
they and millions of men and women down the ages then preached and
lived. Like these 3 whom the Church remembers in May.

Augustine (26th) sent from Rome in 597 as first Archbishop of Canterbury,

led a mission to convert the Anglo-Saxons to Christianity, which later united
with Cuthbert and Celtic monks from Holy Island to establish the English
Church. After centuries of growth, then decline, and despite its failures, it
still seeks to bring the good news of Jesus Christ to the people of our land
and to serve them in His Name, through its ministers and faithful people in
many churches and parishes.

John Wesley (24th) the greatest of all English evangelists, in 18th century
travelled far and wide to bring good news to people in Britain's new
industrial towns and deep rural areas like the Dales. He spoke of God's
truth and grace. His love and forgiveness, as he sought to spread
Scriptural Holiness throughout the land. He established Methodist
congregations which now share with Anglicans, Roman Catholics and
others a common Gospel and care for all in need. Good News indeed.

Josephine Butler (30th) was a Victorian social reformer, concerned for

women whose poverty forced them to live as prostitutes. She spoke firmly
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about Christian and humanitarian values and showed them in action. This
year when we remember women who sought the vote, its good to
remember all people who have fought to change attitudes and unjust laws
and to show caring concern for the oppressed.
In today's world many men and women seek to bring good news to others -
a cheering or caring comment, a ready offer of practical help, a courageous
action, a comforting word. We can do the same, being positive and
seeking understanding and fellowship (rather than disagreement) in our
families, churches, local communities and Brexit divided nation. And
sharing good news and support in our personal relationships.
David Lickess

CHURCH OF ENGLAND SERVICES

Rogation 8.00 a.m. Masham Holy Communion
Sunday 9.15 a.m. Healey Holy Communion
6th May 9.15 a.m. North Stainley Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. Masham Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. Well Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. West Tanfield Holy Communion

Seventh Sunday 8.00 a.m. Masham Holy Communion

of Easter 9.30 a.m. West Tanfield Family Service
13th May 10.45 a.m. Masham Family Service
10.45 a.m. Snape Holy Communion
4.00 p.m. North Stainley Revive
6.30 p.m. Healey Evensong

Pentecost 9.15 am. Healey Holy Communion

20th May 9.15 a.m. North Stainley Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. Masham Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. Well Holy Communion
6.30 p.m. West Tanfield Evensong

Trinity Sunday 8.00 a.m. Masham Holy Communion

27th May 10.45 a.m. Masham Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. West Tanfield Holy Communion
4.00 p.m. North Stainley Revive
6.30 p.m. Healey Evensong
6.30 p.m. Snape Evensong

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 From "Follow me." to "Come and see.": living and sharing the
Christian faith.
We know that Jesus calls us to share our faith and bring others to know
him, but how do we start? A short 5-session course called "From "follow
me" to "come and see." looks at some of the words of Jesus himself,
considers what that means for us as followers of Jesus, and then how
these words can help us to bring others to come and see Jesus for
themselves. The course follows the form of a book club in that you will need
to read a chapter of the course book before each session.
Booking is essential as materials need to be ordered. The group will meet
at 9am in Lizzy's Tea Rooms at The Staveley Arms on Thursday mornings
and sessions will last for just over an hour. You will need to buy a tea or
coffee, but breakfast is also available if you are hungry!
Dates: Thursdays at 9am on May 17th & 24th, June 7th, 21st & 28th
The course costs £10 in total (to cover the cost of materials including a
book) and this can be paid at the first session. Please book with Revd Nick
Morgan by emailing revnjmorgan@gmail.com or calling 01765 635039 /
07939 052689 by May 4th

CHRISTIAN AID WEEK 13th – 19th May 2018

Together we’re stronger than the storms.
Haiti is one of the poorest counties in the world, making it much harder for
people to cope with the relentless earthquakes, storms and hurricanes.
Haitians are resilient, but they’ve been hit by disaster so many times. Each
time makes them weaker.
HOW YOU CAN HELP – PLEASE DROP OFF YOUR ENVELOPE
This year we are not knocking on doors to collect your envelope instead
you will find an envelope inside this Parish Magazine and are asking you to
drop it off at any of the following drop off points:
Masham Community Office West Tanfield Shop
Carrick’s in Snape. Healey – Mrs G Beale – Bryony Cottage Healey
North Stainley – envelopes WILL BE collected by a house to house
collection
If you are unable to drop it off yourself then maybe a neighbour could help,
place it in the collection bag in your church or ring Cath Boshier on 01765
688957 to arrange for it to be collected

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 Spring Recital
St. Mary’s Church, Masham
Monday 7th May 3pm
Seasonal Songs & Arias by Mozart, Schumann, Schubert
Debussy, Elgar and more
Mezzo-soprano ~ Jenny Bianco
Pianist ~ Anthony Rudd
Free Admission - retiring collection

METHODIST CHURCH SERVICES

6th May 10.30 am Masham Peter Fenwick
10.30 am West Tanfield Mrs L .Phipps
10.30 am Snape Rev. Robin Brown
6.30 pm Maple Creek Rev.Dr. Pat Malham.
6.30 pm Snape Worship and Explore

13th May 10.30 am Masham Rev.Dr.Malham-sacrament

10.30 am West Tanfield Mr D. Boddy
10.30 am Snape Mr Geoff Bennett
6.30 pm Ellington Rev. Helen Bell
6.30 pm Snape Mr Geoff Bennett

20th May 10.30 am Masham Mr G. Pentelow

10.30 am West Tanfield Mr S. Laugher
10.30 am Snape Rev.Dr.Malham - Baptism
3.30 pm Snape Family Time Special

27th May 10.30 am Masham Own Arrangement

10.30 am West Tanfield No Service
10.30 am Snape John Bailey
6.30 pm Masham Kings Praise
6.30 pm Ellington Rev.Dr.Malham
6.30 pm Snape Mrs K. Lawrie

NEWS FROM MASHAM

Methodist News
Saturday Coffee Morning is open in the chapel School Room each week
from 10.30am to 12noon. A good place to refresh yourself on your way to or
from your Saturday shop!

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Hope Community Project
Knitting Group meet every Tuesday afternoon in the Methodist School
Room from 2pm and 4pm. We are very lively and supportive group and
welcome new members whether experts or novices. There are plenty of
experienced knitters to teach beginners or give advice on tricky patterns! If
you want to know more, give Lynda a ring on (01765) 688170 or just turn
up on the day! We have plenty of wool, needles and patterns to get you
started. Many members are currently joining in the knitting of poppies to
adorn the churches for Remembrance Sunday.
Wednesday Drop-In is the place to go for a good cup of coffee (or tea!)
and a chat. You’ll find us in the Methodist School Room from 10.30am to
12noon every week.
Thursday Club normally meets at Maple Creek from 2.30-4.00pm every
2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Everyone is welcome to join us for
refreshments, good company, speakers and music.
This month’s sessions:
May 10th Singalong: Songs from the Shows
24th David Mayoh with his paintings
Sunday Afternoon Drop-In is open every week at Maple Creek from 3.00
– 4.00pm. If Sunday afternoon feels a bit empty, you are welcome to join us
for conversation, refreshments, and a good laugh – guaranteed to cheer
you up!
Hope Community Garden The new season is well and truly under way
now, and we are looking for more volunteers to join the regular work party
on the first Saturday of every month, maintaining and developing the
garden. If you are interested in what it’s all about, or would like to take part
in some way, Jim Hunter is the man to talk to – he can be contacted at the
number below. Hopefully, by the time you read this, the weather will have
warmed up. Don’t forget the garden has benches – a good place to meet
up with a friend on a nice sunny afternoon and watch the world go by. Or if
you fancy something a bit more energetic, how about helping out by doing
a bit of weeding?

The HOPE Community Garden is joint enterprise of Masham Allotment

Association and HOPE Community Support. If you would like to be part of
this exciting project, or want any other information about HOPE, please
contact Joy Rayden on (01765) 689310 or Jim Hunter on (01765) 689828

For chapel bookings, phone Diana Pybus on 689875.

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Wednesday Welcome Centre
Open every Wednesday, 12.30-3.30pm at Masham Methodist Church

Have you visited the Wednesday Welcome Centre yet? We offer a simple
café serving soup, rolls, cakes and hot drinks, and a variety of activities
from dominoes to crafts, and singalongs to darts. Our main objective is to
provide good company, good conversation and plenty of laughter, and we
would love people to be talking about us so that those who would most
benefit from what we have to offer will know it is a good place to be.
Most months there is something to celebrate. This month we have a
double whammy – not only the Royal Wedding, but also our first
anniversary.
We are open to everyone, but offer additional information and support for
people living with dementia through our contacts with Dementia Support,
Carers Resource, Red Cross and others.
If you would like more information about the centre, or would like to
volunteer, please contact Joy Rayden on (01765) 689310.

Paulinus Singers Serenade For Summer

Saturday 12th May 7.30 p.m. St. Mary’s Church, Masham
The programme will include choral classics and a few less familiar pieces,
and it will end on a lighter note with arrangements of Shenandoah, Blue
Moon and Summer Time. Tickets, which cost £10, can be obtained by
contacting the foundation on 01765 688827 or Simon Grenfell on 01765
605771. In aid of the Marie Collins Charity. From a modest office in
Masham, the Marie Collins Foundation reaches out nationally to help
children who suffer sexual abuse and exploitation on-line to recover.

Blue Light Gallery: Wood turner Tony Richardson and artist Valerie
Broomhead are once again combining their work in a Springtime
exhibition. Featuring beautifully tactile, functional and decorative pieces,
hand turned from local hardwoods and a range of original watercolour and
mixed media paintings inspired by the lovely county of Yorkshire. Their
exhibition continues until 4th May. Textile Art Pool are a group of friends
that have been stitching together for the last 20 years and exhibiting at the
Blue Light Gallery for the first time from 5 th May until the end of the month.
Artwork sold will help to support Yorkshire Air Ambulance. The Blue Light
Gallery is open the same time as the Community Office: Monday-Saturday,
10am-3pm. For more information about future exhibitions or if you would
like to exhibit, please contact The Blue Light Gallery at the Community
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Office, 7 Little Market Place, Masham, HG4 4DY or call 01765 680 200 or
e-mail: info@visitmasham.com.

Movies in Masham: Murder on the Orient Express (12a) on Tuesday 1st

of May. Kenneth Branagh’s stylish new version of Agatha Christie’s classic
tale is enormous fun. Branagh himself plays the extraordinarily-moustached
Hercule Poirot, the world’s greatest detective, in an attempt to solve a
murder-mystery. Joining him is an all-star ensemble including Michelle
Pfeiffer, Judi Dench, Willem Dafoe, Derek Jacobi, Johnny Depp, Penélope
Cruz and Daisy Ridley. On Tuesday 15th of May, come and see Breathe
(12a). The inspiring true love story of Robin and Diana Cavendish, an
adventurous couple who refuse to give up in the face of a devastating
disease. Played beautifully by Clare Foy and Andrew Garfield, this heart-
warming and often funny celebration of human possibility marks the
directorial debut of Andy Serkis. All films start at 7.30pm at Masham Town
Hall. Tickets £5 from Mashamshire Community Office, Tel: 01765 680200
or on the door. Come and enjoy the full cinema experience, wine and soft
drinks, sweets from Bah Humbugs and Brymor ice cream.

Citizens Advice Drop-In Advice Session (Craven & Harrogate

Districts): at Mashamshire Community Office on Thursday 3 rd of May (and
every first Thursday of the month except June). Drop-in session from
10am-noon. Free, confidential, independent, impartial advice covering
Debt, Benefits, Housing, Employment and Consumer. Advice line 03444
111444 (standard rate) Email:
advice@cravenandharrogatecab.cabnet.org.uk. Email enquiry form:
www.citizensadvice.org.uk/cravenandharrogtedistrictscab.
www.citizensadvice.org.uk.

Plant a Sunflower: to celebrate Le Tour de Yorkshire on Saturday 5 th and

Monday 7th May at Studfold Adventure Trail, near Lofthouse, HG3 5SG.
Create a grass head - activity available before 2.30pm. Bring a picnic or
order from our cafe. Do not forget an item for the secret swap box!
There is so much to see and do throughout the year. Check out our events
on www.studfoldtrails.co.uk or call Anne Challis 01423 755228,
email info@studfoldtrails.co.uk.

Farmer’s Market: returns to Masham Market Square on Sunday 6th of May

and every 1st Sunday of the month until October from around 8.30am-
2.30pm. Farmhouse baking, bread, cured meats, organic veg, handmade
fudge, plants, handmade walking sticks, soaps, honey, cheese, herbs and
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lots more. Come and eat seasonally inspired dishes sold by inventive
‘kitchens’. Music and family activities make Masham Market a great event
for visitors of all ages. For more information
contact: nasdavison@gmail.com. www.northerndalesfarmersmarkets.com
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Craft & Gift Fair: at Masham Town Hall on Saturday 5 th and Sunday 6th of
May from 10am-4.30pm. A range of quality crafts and gifts including hand
crafted table lamps, bowls, clocks, greetings cards, knitted garments,
cushions, fashion jewellery in latest designs, Dales paintings and much
more. Free admission.

Masham’s Community Cabaret: A showcase for the musical, acting and

comedic talent which Mashamshire possesses in abundance. A dozen acts
including favourites from Masham Players and Fearby Panto Society, music
from pop to opera, a touch of comedy and of course Miss Yvette
Nightingale! All tickets £5 from the Community Office on 01765 680200 or
on the door.

Tour de Yorkshire: is passing through Masham on Sunday May 6 th at

around 2pm (at the time of going to press and to be confirmed). There will
be a rolling road block for about an hour. There will be a Farmer’s Market,
entertainment, a large screen showing the entire race, land art in I’Ansons
Yard, car boot sale on the Rec and live music in the evening in the Market
Square or the Town Hall if wet. Look out for more details. Nick Reed is co-
ordinating Masham’s celebrations, on behalf of Masham Parish Council.
For more information email reednick66@yahoo.com or call 07939 136082.

Laughter Yoga: at Masham Methodist Church Hall on Tuesday 8 th of May

(and every 2nd Tuesday of the month) from 5.50-7pm. A simple, gentle and
healthy exercise that suits all ages and abilities. Come and connect with
your laughter for Happiness, Health and Wellbeing. No special clothing or
equipment is required and it is available to everyone regardless of level of
fitness or previous experience. £5 (or donation). Under 16′s go free. Please
arrive 10 minutes early as we start and finish on time. For more information,
please call Tim on 07861 388307, email: tim@laughtertime.co.uk.

Junior Tennis Coaching: has already started at Masham Tennis Courts on

Friday afternoons but it’s not too late to join. The 10 coaching sessions are
for Intermediate and Junior members to learn or improve their game for
only £15 plus annual membership with professional tennis coach Chris
Worwood. Juniors, 8-11 years, 4-5pm and Intermediates, 11-18 years, 5-
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6pm. For more information, please call Tom Johnson (Chair) on 01765
603593. Visit www.mashamshiretennisclub.co.uk for more information and
application forms.

Wild Willy Barrett’s French Connection: at Masham Town Hall on Friday

18th May at 7.30pm. The missing link between The Pogues and Edith Piaf!
Within a single song you’ll be taken from a Parisian café via a Dublin
hooley to a New Orleans party with rip-roaring fiddle and banjo, and over all
that the versatile and heartrending vocals of French singer Aurora Colson.
Changing gear between almost every number, the quartet perform stunning
original compositions and arrangements on guitar, cello, harmonium,
whistle, fiddle, banjo and Irish pipes. Enjoy a wonderful evening of unique
musical entertainment overlaid with a large dose of dry humour! Tickets
£12 available from Mashamshire Community Office 01765 680200 or
email: info@visitmasham.com.

The Tom Killner Band: at Masham Town Hall on Saturday 26th May.
Doors open 7pm. Includes special guest DJ Mr Tooley. A night of Bluesy,
Souly, Funky and Righteous music…delivered by those who do it best!
Licensed Bar. Tickets £10 from Mashamshire Community Office 01765
680200 or email: beth_elias@live.co.uk.

Keep Moving: For gentler exercise and movement at a steadier pace for
those of us challenged by age, weight, injury or indolence. Good company.
Every Monday at 10am at Masham Town Hall. Just turn up.

Slimming World: Every Monday, either from 5-6.30pm or 7-8.30pm at

Masham Town Hall. Just £9.95 on your first night then £4.95 a week.
Contact Cate, Slimming World Consultant on 07834 897533.

Pilates: is easy on your joints, improves flexibility, can ease back pain and
is great for toning muscles. It helps with concentration and improves focus
as well as re-educating your spine to improve posture. Tuesday evenings
from 7.30-8.30pm at Masham Methodist Hall and two classes on Thursday
mornings from 10am-noon at Fearby Village Hall. Classes have a
maximum of ten places and cost £36 for six sessions (six weeks). First
taster session costs £3. Please book your place by contacting Sue
at info@pilatesandyou.co.uk or call 07776 195694 for more information.
Please bring a mat, clothing that allows you to move freely and a water
bottle.

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Karumba Dance Fitness and Chart Hit Workout: every Wednesday
evening from 7.30-8.30pm at Masham Town Hall. Get fit and have fun with
easy to follow dance routines for all ages and levels of fitness. £4.50 per
class or buy 5 and get one free. For more details contact Karen: 07827
994936 or email: karumbadancefitness@hotmail.com.

Badminton Club: at Fearby & Healey Village Hall every Wednesday from
8-9pm. We’re always looking for new or more experienced players.
Rackets available to borrow. Pay as you go – £2.50 per week. Call 0780
8919541 for more information.

Rhythm Time: Fun music classes for your baby or toddler at Masham
Methodist Church Hall on Thursdays from 12.30-2.30pm. A chance to
develop your child’s confidence, creativity, listening skills, language,
numeracy and co-ordination. Free trial. Call Ami 07340 048804 for more
information. www.rhythmtime.net/am4.

Wheelchair: If you have a need, or an elderly relative or friend staying,

please contact us and we can make arrangements to lend you a community
wheelchair for a donation. For more information, please call 01765
680200 or pop into the Community Office, 7 Little Market Place. Email:
info@visitmasham.com.

Liftshare Job Vacancy: The Community Office needs some help in

promoting the Masham Liftshare scheme and we now have some funding
to help pay for someone to help us with the task. Could that be you? Do
you have a few hours a week to visit local groups and clubs, events,
schools, shops, surgeries, market events and local employers? If you are
interested in finding out more, please contact Tessa at the Community
Office on 01765 680 200 or email: info@visitmasham.com. Our aim is for
cars to not leave Masham with an empty seat. Even if you don’t want the
job, please join the FREE journey matching service, linking those who live,
work, or travel in and around Masham. Please log on to
www.masham.liftshare.com to register your journey or to request a lift. You
can choose to car share as little or as often as you like, it doesn’t have to
be on a regular basis. Tel: 01765 680 200 or email:
info@visitmasham.com for more information. Please support this initiative
and help our community travel.

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Treasurer/Book Keeper: Mashamshire Community Office requires a
Treasurer on a voluntary basis to over-see the finances. Do you have book
keeping experience or a financial background and have an hour a week to
spare plus time at meetings every two months. Duties to include
maintaining a cash book, distributing box-office receipts for events,
reporting to Trustees (at bi-monthly meetings) and assisting with or advising
on ad hoc financial matters in the office. If you are interested or know
someone who could be the right person for the job, please get in touch with
Tessa for a chat. Tel: 01765 680200. Email: info@visitmasham.com.

Car Boot Sale - Sunday 6th May - Masham Recreation Ground

Masham Cricket Club is holding a car boot sale to raise much-needed
funds to help us maintain the Rec in the fantastic condition which Masham
residents & visitors expect & enjoy.
Gates open at 7.30am for traders. Open to the public from 8am
Cars Vans £7 Sorry - no electrical goods to be sold. We're having our
own stall so would be very grateful for donations of good quality, saleable
items, please. Bacon / Sausage sandwiches, teas & coffees will be
available at the Club House. For further information, or if you would like to
offer donations, please contact Julie on 07708031012.

Mashamshire Tennis Club - Open Day Sunday 13th May 2018

Every year the LTA encourages affiliated clubs to open their doors to the
public to allow people to experience a game of tennis free of charge as part
of its' Great British Tennis Weekend.
This year Mashamshire Tennis has agreed to participate in this event and
as such will be opening its' courts for anyone to have a go on Sunday 13th
May from 12 noon to 4 pm. All ages will be catered for and racquets and
balls will be provided.
We'd love to see you on our courts to try out the game of tennis for
yourself. So whether you've never played before, or if it's been a while
since you last stepped out on court, please come along and have a go.
There's no need to book, just turn up ready to have some fun.
Further details are available from Tom Johnson (01765 603593 or
tom.johnson835@yahoo.com) or any member of the club committee.

A Prestigious WI Award for Services to the Community goes to Joy

Rayden from Masham
Joy is well named in that Joy is what she brings to everyone who comes
under her care. She is an unassuming quiet hard-working, talented and
skilled individual who works tirelessly for those she meets, or when she
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goes to the aid of those she sees in need. Joy’s whole career as a
Psychiatric Social Worker and Child Care Officer has meant she has been
immersed every day in giving help to people in their darkest hours in
practical as well as medical and spiritual ways. She was the instigator of
many projects during her time as a Voluntary Service Officer and
subsequently the Volunteer Centre Manager for Ripon Council many of
which are still going. In addition to her work role she went above and
beyond her role. Her dedication to her local community didn’t stop after she
retired, and she has managed to persuade others to help her address many
aspects of social needs locally. The support and encouragement she
received from her church spurred her on to working with other established
charitable organisations where she was able to take her ideas a step
further offering outreach for any and all groups within the community. Joy
has a strong faith and believes that the money and the people needed for
her projects will turn up, and it/they, do. She also makes sure that there are
no financial strings attached to those who benefit from any of the services
or projects. However, people have said they would like to make
contributions towards the projects, so donations are accepted from people
who are willing and able to contribute via a collection plate placed in a
discreet corner.

Mashamshire Swift Conservation Community Project Update

The Mashamshire Swift Project was set up, following the excellent evening
in the Town Hall in November last year, when Tanya and Edmund Hoare
came to talk, to try to halt the decline of this beautiful and iconic bird. A
group of interested people has been meeting regularly, and we have made
a very good start in creating new nesting sites for our endangered swifts.
We have also obtained a grant from the Parish Council to support our work.
We now have a set of nest boxes in St Mary’s Church tower in Masham,
thanks to the support from the Church Council and the generosity of the
Bell Ringers. A number of people in Masham and the surrounding villages
have put up nest boxes, or made internal nest boxes for the swifts. The
school in Masham is planning to put one up, and the Black Sheep Brewery
has installed one. There is still time to install boxes before the swifts arrive;
anyone interested should get in touch for more information.
We are planning to carry out a survey of current swift nesting sites during
the coming season; anyone wishing to be involved could contact Carla
McCowen or Janet Darby. Survey forms, with a special one for children, will
be available from the Community Office in Masham.

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On 23rd June there will be a Swift Awareness Week stall in Masham Market,
as part of a national event. Please come along to support it, or volunteer to
help on the day. All ideas are welcome. We welcome all support for this
venture, to keep these amazing birds in our summer skies, delighting us
with their acrobatic displays, for generations to come.Carla McCowen
Chair, Mashamshire Swifts. Contact: mashamswifts@gmail.com

Masham WI.
Invite you to come along to Masham Town Hall on Monday 14th May
7.15 .To listen to a talk by SYD. Saving Yorkshire Dogs. This is a voluntary
based charity who are based in Masham and have cared for over 200 dogs
since 2014. They will be bring 2or 3 dogs to see us. We hope you will join
us for enjoyable evening. Visitors most welcome for a small charge of
£3.50. Refreshments will be available. Jean Jones President 01765688671.

NEWS FROM WEST TANFIELD

Methodist News
Lunch in the School room Wednesday 2nd May 12.15pm followed by a
Beetle Drive . Do come along . Contact 01677 470961
The Homemakers will meet at Braithwaite's Garden Centre, Leeming Bar .
For a demonstration on filling a hanging basket . There will be an
opportunity to buy plants . Note the earlier start time 7 p.m. Contact 01765
635318

Tennis News
Hopefully by the time this goes to print the weather will be warmer, although
some hardy Members have continued to play on Monday and Thursday
mornings throughout the winter . Club night is on a Tuesday starting at 6
p.m. . Monday and Thursday mornings sessions continue starting at 9.30
am for Members or pay as you play. The new Club House is in use .. Junior
coaching starts on May 4th for 10 weeks . New members always welcome
Contact 01765 635318

Tanfield Parish Council - The Annual Parish Council Meeting and Annual
Parish Meeting will be held on Wednesday 16 May, 2018 at West Tanfield
Memorial Hall, commencing at 7 pm.

NEWS FROM WELL

Snape Open Gardens 30th June/1st July 10.am till 4pm.
This is a fund raising event for St Michael’s Church, Well and Snape
Castle Chapel. If you would like to open your garden this year, please see
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John Knopp or Janet Seel. We are asking for considerable help over the
weekend, so if you are able to give us a couple of hours, either on the door
or in the kitchen we would be very grateful. Also donations of cakes
welcome. Please contact Janet on 470823 or John 470204

Well Cycling Group – 7.00 pm start from May, meet at the bus shelter at
the crossroads in the village. Usually around 12-14 miles or so, but
distance may be shortened this month due to fading light, however, in the
interests of safety can all those riding please wear high viz clothing and
have lights on their bikes. Tele 470426 for more information
Well Walkers – Longer walks – NO longer walk on Monday 7th as it is a
Bank Holiday, next one will be May 21st May
Shorter, easier walks of up to 4 miles to take place on Monday 14 th & 28th
May 10.00 am from Orchard House, everyone welcome. Tele 470426 for
more information if you want to come along or know of any shorter walks
we could do or that you want to suggest. There is an email group for the
walkers and walk information is emailed out to the group a few days before
the walk happens

Well Ladies Coffee – Wednesday 9th May at Janet Bate’s, Fern Cottage,
Church Street, 10.30 am

Wellies Craft Group –Tuesday 1st May at Antje Ream’s, everyone

welcome, you don’t have to be ‘crafty’ to join in. Just come and listen if you
don’t have anything you particularly want to do. Phone 470426 for venue
or ask to be added to the email list for the group if interested

Well Parish Council – Note: change of date for the PC AGM and the
Village AVM due to the original date falling on Bank Holiday Monday, the
meetings will now be held on Monday 14th May, 7.00 pm at The Institute
Well Village Website – www.wellvillage.org.uk, or email
info@wellvillage.org.uk.

Village Email Contact Group – several emails a month are sent out to
those on the list, if you want to be included or no longer wish to receive
emails please contact the clerk on clerk@wellvillage.org.uk. Your email
address will not be disclosed to any other parties and kept confidential.

Defibrillator Code – the code for the defibrillator machine is C147 and is
also on the side of the porch at The Milbank Arms is on the notice on the
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notice board across the road next to the bus shelter. Please let the Clerk
know in the event of it being used so that new pads can be ordered.

NEWS FROM SNAPE

Snape Open Gardens 30th June/1st July 10.am till 4pm.
This is a fund raising event for St Michael’s Church, Well and Snape
Castle Chapel. If you would like to open your garden this year, please see
John Knopp or Janet Seel. We are asking for considerable help over the
weekend, so if you are able to give us a couple of hours, either on the door
or in the kitchen we would be very grateful. Also donations of cakes
welcome. Please contact Janet on 470823 or John 470204

Snape Churches Together Lunch

This will be on Sunday 3rd June at 12.00. Tickets will be £8 / £3 child. All
welcome. Please book through Hazel on 470005 or Alison 470204 by
Wednesday 30th May. Donations of salads and puddings welcome.
This is in aid of St Michael's Hospice, Harrogate.

Methodist News
Craft and Chat........Tuesday 8th & 22nd from 2-4pm. Come along with your
own handiwork, and have a friendly coffee and chat.
Under 5's.................every Wednesday from 10-11.30ish. A friendly, busy
morning of fun where mums, grans and carers meet with their preschool
children.
Youth Club................Thursday 10th & 24th 7-9pm in the Institute, for all
secondary school aged children.
Sunshine Corner........Friday 4th & 18th 3.30-5pm.these fun packed
evenings for primary school aged children has all their crafts and games etc
based around a bible story.
Monthly Coffee Morning...... Saturday 26th May, from 10-12noon.

Flower Arranging Classes. During May there will be 4 weekly flower

arranging classes for beginners. These will be held from 7-8.30pm in the
chapel schoolroom on May 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th. This course aims to
encourage everyone to have fun creating their own basic designs. If
interested please contact Margaret Milner on 470034, or Joy Abel on
470378, at least a week before the course to book your place. Costs will be
£3 per session or £10 for the course.

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Hares of Snape
Did you work at W & K Hare Ltd or Hares of Snape OR did you have
contact with them in some other way? If the answer is “yes” then the
family of Wilf Hare invite you to join them for an event on Saturday 19
May between 10 am to 4 pm at Snape Institute. This is open for anyone
to attend. There will be a small exhibition of material about the firm
and refreshments will be served. It is hoped this will be a staff
reunion event. We’d also like to meet with anyone who had any other
contact with the firm maybe as a neighbour, supplier or customer; our
hope is to gather further information on the firm to produce some form
of documented history. Please contact Sarah Lowe on 01677 470444 or
the.lowes@ukgateway.net

NEWS FROM NORTH STAINLEY

The North Stainley Prayer Breakfast Club meets on the first and third
Thursdays of the month at 9am in The Staveley Arms (starting on 19th
April). Join us at 9am for a breakfast roll and cup of tea or coffee for £5, a
chance to chat and catch up with local news, and then praying for our local
community. All welcome.

Ping Pong
North Stainley now hold a Ping pong session every Tuesday Tuesday
evening from 7-9pm in the village hall. It’s open to everyone. For more
information please contact Barry Cole on barriejohncole2256@gmail.com

North Stainley Arts Society

North Stainley Arts Society, commemorate the ending of the First World
War ,100 years ago this year with a very special performance of Two One
Act Plays. The first play` Call to Remembrance` typifies the role women
played in this most devastating of wars, women becoming Land Girls,
Munitions Workers and the Suffragettes fighting for women to get the vote .
All of this is depicted in words, song and poems.
The second play is Blackadder Goes Forth ` Goodbyeee` probably the
most impressive of all the Blackadder series and for those who saw it
originally, forever seared on their minds. The plays are at North Stainley
Village Hall 11th and 12th of May 2018 7.30pm. Tickets are £8 from the Box
Office 01765 635236 or email nsarts.events@gmail.com. Proceeds to
Comic Relief and the Royal British Legion

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Job Opportunity Caretaker/ Cleaner needed for North Stainley Village
Hall North Stainley Sport and Recreation Trust wish to recruit a
Caretaker /Cleaner to aid the effective running of the Village Hall and
associated services.
Approx time 8 Hours per week: Salary £9 per hour. Due to the sensitive
nature of the site the successful applicant will subject to a DBS check.
Please contact Mal Lee (Treasurer NSSRT) for further information and the
a job description. Tel.635024 or Email : malcolm.lee92@btinternet.com

North Stanley’s new website, sponsored by the NS Sport and

Recreational Trust. All the local information, where to go , local service ,
groups and events. Log in to www.northstainley.org.uk

Defibrillator at North Stainley, the system worked perfectly when called

upon a few weeks ago. 999 called for an emergency in the village hall.
Emergency Operator told the person exactly where the Defibrillator was (on
the Veranda at the Hall) the operator gave the person the code, Defibrillator
taken off the availability grid. Defibrillator taken out, by carer, emergency
services duly arrived; happily the Defibrillator was not required on this
occasion and was returned to its box.
Ambulance service ` Defibrillator Guardian` contacted the local Defibrillator
caretaker asked for the Defibrillator to be checked and new pads put on if it
had been used. Checks done not used ‘Guardian ` informed Defibrillator
placed back on the availability grid. Worked just has it should do
Defibrillator back on the availability grid within a few hours.

NEWS FROM HEALEY AND FEARBY

The Bounty Hunters – Country and Western Band at Fearby & Healey
Village Hall – one night only. Saturday 9th June 2018 – 7.30pm For 8pm
Tickets £12.50 - including refreshments. Licensed Bar. For tickets in the
first instance contact Dick Alderson 01765 689455 or Sue Mould 01765
688128

St Paul's Church, Healey Coffee Morning,

There will be a Coffee Morning on Saturday 26th May from 9.30 until
1.00pm in Masham Town Hall. Donations of Produce, Plants, Tombola
Prizes, Cakes, Toiletries, Books Bric a Brac would be very welcome.
Please contact Basil (01765 689543), Delia (01765 658765), Anne Ramsay
(01765 689278), Ian Johnson (01765 689682) or Dorothy Smith (01795
689370). In aid of St Paul's Church, Healey.
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Fearby and Healey WI
Later this year we will be celebrating our 70th birthday. Come join us for a
packed programme of events with a variety of speakers, trips far and wide,
and of course cake! We meet at 7.30pm on the 2nd Wednesday of the
month at Masham Town Hall. On Wednesday May 9th we will be
entertained by the Harrogate Bee Keepers. Visitors welcome at £4 a
meeting, Contact Nicola Sykes, Secretary,on 07963676935 or email
nicolasykes36@gmail.com

Family Fun Day Sunday 6th May at Bellfield Fearby Road Masham
HG4 4ES 12 - 4pm
Inflatable Fun and Outdoor Games Wood Fired Pizzas and Afternoon
Teas. Chocolate, Tombola and Bric a Brac Stall, Ice creams and Baa
Humbugs sweet cart. Plenty of space for children to play safe whilst
watching the Tour de Yorkshire pass by.

Ripon Ramblers Group

The weather has not been kind for the last few months and walking in the
Yorkshire countryside has had its challenges .Hopefully, it is improving and
the Ripon group of the national Ramblers Association would like to invite
any potential walkers to consider getting their walking boots on and joining
them. We walk on alternate Sundays and some week days, and have a
variety of walks arranged for the next 6 months, including short/easy and
longer/strenuous walks, evening pub walks and coach rambles, and you
are welcome to give us a try. In order to share transport, we usually meet at
9.30am at High Cleugh in Ripon initially but starting arrangements can be
negotiated with the walk leader. For further details visit our website
riponramblers.org.uk or contact the membership secretary, David Wells tel.
01765 690841.

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