Yoredale News

The Parish and Community

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

Snape Castle Chapel

July/August 2018
 PARISH MAGAZINE
Masham, Healey, West Tanfield, North Stainley and Well with Snape.
July/August 2018
Volume 33 Number 7/8

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 September magazine is 10th August
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From the Vicarage
'For The Rain It Raineth Every Day’
So wrote Shakespeare in ‘Twelfth Night’. The weather in May has been
wonderful so I suspect we are in for what used to be called a typical
English summer. I expect we all (those of us of a certain age, before the
days of package holidays abroad) have memories of huddling in shelters
at the seaside in dripping macs, trying to keep warm. Miserable.

On July 15th we celebrate in the Church’s calendar the 9 th century bishop

of Winchester St. Swithin. It is said of him that he ‘governed with
gentleness the people committed to his care,’ but we remember him
chiefly because of his connection with the weather: if it rains on St.
Swithin’s Day it will rain for the next 40 days.

That ’40 days’ has a very Biblical ring to it. In Noah’s day it rained for 40
days; Elijah spent 40 days and 40 nights escaping to Horeb from the
murderous designs of Jezebel; and Jesus spent 40 days in the wilderness
following his baptism. Whether these really were periods of 40 days we
shall never know, but that ’40 days’ has come to symbolise a period which
is a time of testing or of tribulation or hardship of one form or another. It
seems to indicate an optimal time which tests the limits of human
endurance.

It can also be a time of dislocation from normal everyday life, when time
itself seem to slow right down and our perceptions or sensitivities become
heightened and we see things in a different perspective.

As we get older time seems to go very quickly. In our technological age

there are far more things to do, to shop for, listen to, watch, catch up with
etc. etc, and as we hurry through each day we try to cram in more and
more things. And it also seems that, as everything speeds up, we become
more (not less) impatient of any, even infinitesimal, delays.

David Runcorn, in his book, ‘Space for God’, talks about God being a God
who walks with his people – he is a ‘3 miles an hour’ God.

Perhaps if it does rain a lot this summer it will give us a chance to slow
down, take a different perspective on life, time to re-connect with God, to
give him our attention and walk at 3 miles an hour with him.
David Cleeves

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 A CELEBRATION OF BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY LIFE
St. Mary’s Church, Masham Sunday 8th July 10.45 a.m.
Businesses mark an enormous and vital contribution to both our national
and local community life. This contribution however is often not properly
acknowledged – as are the difficulties and uncertainties inherent in
commercial life. All members of our local community – and particularly
those involved in business of any kind – are invited to a special
‘Celebration of Business’ on Sunday 8 th July, at 10.45 a.m. in Masham
Church. We will give thanks for their contribution, pray for them and
consider such issues as the challenge of fusing Christian values with
business life. All are welcome – business owners and staff - regular
churchgoer or not.

Each business is asked to bring a symbol of their work – a product, logo or

anything else – to present during the service (it can be returned
afterwards!)

We will be joined by members of Masham Methodist Church for the

service.
Following the service there will be a barbecue. Please see below for the
details.

St. Mary’s, Masham Family Barbecue Sunday 8th July

Following the morning service. Tickets £7 for adults, Under 16’s £2 &
Under 3’s free available from Kate Cleeves (01765 689255) & Lesley
Hunter (01765 689828). Please tell us when you make your reservation if
you would like a vegetarian meal. We are also looking for help and raffle
prizes for this event, please speak to Lesley, 689 828. Soft drinks, tea &
coffee will be available. Bring your own wine or beer if required &, if
possible, a chair or rug.

Seventieth Anniversary Of The Foundation Of

The National Health Service
2018 marks the seventieth anniversary of the foundation of the National
Health Service. National services are planned in Westminster Abbey and
York Minster by the Archbishops to mark this milestone.
There is much to celebrate since the NHS came into being transforming
the health and wellbeing of our nation and of Yorkshire and to give thanks
Bishop Nicholas and Dean John are holding a service at Ripon Cathedral
on Sunday 29th July at 3.30 p.m.
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Pie & Pint
An opportunity to share a meal, have a chat and put the world to right.
Join us for a Pie & Pint at the Bay Horse pub, Silver Street, on Monday
16th July and 20th August contact Jim Hunter on 01765 689828.

CHURCH OF ENGLAND SERVICES

Fifth Sunday: 8.00 a.m. Masham Holy Communion
after Trinity 9.15 a.m. Healey Holy Communion
1st July 9.15 a.m. North Stainley Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. Masham Family Service
10.45 a.m. Well Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. West Tanfield Holy Communion

Sixth Sunday: 8.00 a.m. Masham Holy Communion

after Trinity 9.30 a.m. West Tanfield Family Service
8th July 10.45 a.m. Masham A Celebration of Business
and Community Life
10.45 a.m. Snape Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. North Stainley Holy Communion with
Bishop Helen-Ann
6.30 p.m. Healey Evensong

Seventh 9.15 a.m. North StainleyHoly Communion

Sunday after 10.45 a.m. Masham Holy Communion
Trinity 10.45 a.m. Well Holy Communion
15th July 11.00 a.m. Healey Pet Service & Picnic lunch
on Fearby Village Green
6.30 p.m. West Tanfield Evensong

Mary 8.00 a.m. Masham Holy Communion

Magdalene 10.45 a.m. Masham Holy Communion
22nd July 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

Ninth Sunday 11.00 a.m. West Tanfield Riverside United Service &
after Trinity 29th July Hog Roast

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Trinity 10 8.00 a.m. Masham Holy Communion
5th August 9.15 a.m. Healey Holy Communion
9.15 a.m. North Stainley Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. West Tanfield Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. Well Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. Masham Family Service

Trinity 11 8.00 a.m. Masham Holy Communion

12th August 9.30 a.m. West Tanfield Family Service
10.45 a.m. Masham Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. Snape Holy Communion
4.00 p.m. North Stainley Revive
6.30 p.m. Healey Evensong

Trinity 12: 9.15 am. Healey Holy Communion

19th August 9.15 a.m. North Stainley Holy Communion
10.30 a.m. Masham Joint Bible Sunday
Service at Masham Methodist Church.
10.45 a.m. Well Morning Prayer
6.30 p.m. West Tanfield Evensong

Trinity 13 8.00 a.m. Masham Holy Communion

26th August 10.45 a.m. West Tanfield Holy Communion
10.45 a.m. Masham Holy Communion
4.00 p.m. North Stainley Revive
6.30 p.m. Healey Evensong
6.30 p.m. Snape Evensong

Paying For The Magazine

The costs of producing this magazine – which goes free to 1525 homes in
the local area is funded by advertising and donations with any shortfall
covered by the five parish churches. Each copy costs approximately 90p
to produce and printing costs are the only expenditure incurred.
With this edition you will find an envelope in which to place a donation;
cheques should be made payable to Masham P.C.C. The envelope may
be left at Carricks in Snape, Masham Community Office or West Tanfield
Post Office or posted to the Editor. Details on page 2 of this magazine.
Thank you for your continued support Christine Greensit. Editor.

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 What’s going on at St. Mary’s, Masham?

Singing for Fun

Spend an hour in the church, singing songs from the shows, musicals and
popular music, men or women, any age, always, as it says on the tin we
have ‘FUN’. We meet on the second Tuesday of the month at 1.15 pm
until 2.15 pm and then have a tea or coffee. The next dates are Tuesday
10th July and Tuesday 14th August.

Singing for Fun for children (7 and over)

Music chosen to suit children, many songs chosen by the young people
themselves. We are next meeting on Saturday 7th July, 10.30 to 11.30
am, in the church. The emphasis again is on ‘FUN’. We have a short
refreshment break. All the adults are DBS checked and we ask parents to
sign a permission form or of course you can sit and enjoy the beautiful
sound the youngsters make.

Harvest supper and entertainment

This is advance information that the Harvest supper this year is taking
place at the Town Hall on Friday 21st September at 7.00 pm. £7 (Children
£3, under 3 no charge) This will be a good evening of a Yorkshire plough
supper and entertainment. Tickets on sale from Lesley Hunter, 01765
689828.

Afternoon Tea & Songs Of Praise

St. Mary’s, Masham Thursday 16th August 3.30 p.m.
Come and enjoy afternoon tea and sing some of your favourite hymns.

METHODIST CHURCH SERVICES

1st July 10.30 am Masham Dianne Johnson
10.30 am Snape H. Garbutt
10.30 am West Tanfield J Goodall
6.30 pm Snape Worship and Explore
6.30 pm Maple Creek Joy Rayden

8th July 10.45 am Masham Business service St Mary's

10.30 am Snape J. Bainbridge
10.30 am West Tanfield Mr S Laugher
6.30 pm Snape Ruth Dent
6.30 pm Ellington Rev.Kathleen Wood
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15th July 10.30 am Masham Rev David Wood & Rev.
David Emison.
10.30 am Snape Mr Henderson
10.30 am West Tanfield Rev.Dr.Malham-sacrament
6.30 pm Snape Mr. S. Laugher

22nd July 10.30 am Masham Rev.Dr Malham-sacrament

10.30 am Snape Mrs E. Hogerzeil
10.30 am West Tanfield Fred Bell
6.30 pm Snape Rev. H. Bell-sacrament
6.30 pm Masham Kings Praise
6.30 pm Ellington Rev.Dr Malham-sacrament

29th July 10.30 am Masham Rev. Helen Bell

10.30 am Snape J. Goodall
11.00 am West Tanfield United Riverside Service
6.30 pm Snape Rev.Dr. Malham

5th August 10.30 am Masham Elizabeth Hogerzeil

10.30 am Snape Rev.Dr.Malham
10.30 am West Tanfield L. Phipps
6.30 pm Maple Creek Rev.Dr Malham

12th August 10.30 am Masham Rev.Dr Malham-sacrament

10.30 am Snape Rev. Emms
10.30 am West Tanfield Own Arrangements
6.30 pm Snape Mr Dent

19th August 10.30 am Masham United Service at the

Methodist Church.
BIble Sunday 10.30 am Snape F. Bell.
10.30 am West Tanfield Garbutt
6.30 pm Snape Rev. D.Emison

26th August 10.30 am Masham Joan Bailey

10.30 am Snape Own Arrangement
10.30 am West Tanfield John Bailey

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From the Registers
Baptism
20th May Arabella Fox at Masham
Weddings
26th May Matthew Myers and Claire Walker at Healey
R.I.P.
19th May Ernie Leathley at Masham
7th June Florence Burrill at Well.

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!
For chapel bookings, phone Diana Pybus on 689875.

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 Liza ring on (01765) 689378 or just turn up
on the day! We have plenty of wool, needles and patterns to get you
started. The knitted poppies activity continues; they will be adorning 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 meets for the last session of this season at Maple Creek
from 2.30-4.00pm on Thursday, 12 th July, when we celebrate our birthday.
We are to be entertained by the Singing for Fun group. Everyone is
welcome to join us.
The autumn programme begins on September 13th.

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

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us for conversation, refreshments, and a good laugh – guaranteed to
cheer you up!
Hope Community Garden 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 enjoy gardening, this could be right up your
street. Not only is it an enjoyable – we’re a friendly bunch – but it is a
really worthwhile thing to do, keeping this excellent community facility up
to scratch. There are some small plots available at present, so if you are
interested, now is the time to book one. They are a gentle way of keeping
your hand in if you are no longer able to manage a full size allotment, or if
you don’t have much of a garden at home and would like to grow a few
veg, or if you would like to try and involve your children in something really
productive. If you have poor mobility or are a wheelchair user, we also
have a raised bed which you could either take on completely, or just help
with its maintenance. There is a parking space available, and wheelchair
or scooter access from the path. If you want to know more, Jim Hunter is
the man to talk to – he can be contacted at the number below.
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

WEDNESDAY WELCOME CENTRE

Open every Wednesday, 12.30-3.30pm at Masham Methodist Church
On May 23rd, fifty of us celebrated our 1 st birthday, including our regulars,
some of those who had attended our first session a year ago, and friends
we have gathered along the way. Flo Grainger, Chairman of the Parish
Council, gave a short speech and invited Ann Hall, our first centenarian, to
cut the birthday cake. Ann Rudd kindly played the piano for us, and
accompanied a very entertaining sing-song.

Our latest project is a Carers Group, which will be meeting on the third
Wednesday of each month from 2 – 3.00pm in the entrance porch to the
Methodist Church. See separate article for more details.
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. Do feel free to pop in and find
out what we get up to. You can join us for soup & rolls, and tea & cake
from 12.30am onwards, and come and sample some of our activities.
If you would like more information about the centre, or would like to
volunteer, please contact Joy Rayden on (01765) 689310.
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NEW CARERS GROUP
Do you care for someone who needs day-to-day support with their
physical or emotional needs? Maybe your wife or husband? Maybe a
sibling or friend? Or maybe a child with extra support needs? Whatever
your particular situation, being the main carer for someone who is highly
dependant can be lonely and exhausting, and it is often difficult to know
where to turn for help with your own emotional and practical support needs
In June we started a new Carers Group, within the Wednesday Welcome
Centre at the Methodist Church, but run by Carers Resource. It will be
meeting every third Wednesday of the month, from 2.00-3.00pm, at the
front of the church.
Carers Resource long ago recognised the essential work done by carers,
and all the implications regarding their own needs. They are able to offer
emotional support, information about resources available, and, where
necessary, put you in touch with other agencies who may be able to offer
more specialised support. One of the most valuable aspects of the group
is meeting up with others carers, sharing experiences, and perhaps finding
an understanding which is difficult to find elsewhere.
If you would like to know more, please phone Isobel Holmes, who
will be leading the group, at Carers Resource on 01423 500555, or
call in at the Wednesday Welcome Centre and ask for Joy.

Blue Light Gallery: Until 6th July, we have an inspiring mix of artists
exhibiting at our Gallery. Beautiful handmade books made by L & L
Handmade Books, Phillip Stuttard exhibiting his quirky prints and Carol
Archer exhibiting her popular oils and watercolours of Masham and local
Dales’ views. For the remainder of July, Susan Godden returns to the
Blue Light Gallery with her vibrant and versatile pastels. Joining Sue is
Dennis Thorpe with his talented woodwork and Amanda Newell showing
her unique quirky birds and animals in copper foil stained glass. For
August, friends Emma Mears and Chloe Greenwood are taking over the
Gallery. Emma designs beautiful textile art and accessories and Chloe is
exhibiting her feltwork. 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 Office, 7 Little Market
Place, Masham, HG4 4DY or call 01765 680200.

Blue Light Gallery Lighting: Come and see the brighter Gallery! We
now have new spot lights thanks to the proceeds of a sale of a wonderful
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art book collection belonging to Jane and Malcolm McDougall, formally of
the Mistletoe Gallery, Masham. Our thanks go to their estate and to David
Airton and ArtisOn for facilitating the sale.

Farmer’s Market: returns to Masham Market Square on Sunday 1 st July

and 5th August and every first 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 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

Crafted by Hand at Masham Town Hall: A showcase of the best artists

and craft makers from the North will be held at Masham Town Hall at 10am
Sunday 1st of July. Come and try something new, buy contemporary arts
and crafts and meet artists and makers. There is a wide range of products
and opportunities, including; Giant Knitting, blacksmithing, making a
ceramic animal, throwing a pot, stamping jewellery, weaving, pole lathe
turning, lamp work, and glass beads. For more
information visit: www.by-handevents.com

Citizens Advice Drop-In Advice Session (Craven & Harrogate

Districts): at Mashamshire Community Office on Thursday 5 th July and
Thursday 2nd August (and every first Thursday of the month). 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.

Beulah Festival: on Friday 6th - Monday 9th July at Lime Tree Farm,
Hutts Lane, Grewelthorpe HG4 3DA. Celebrating community,
connection, movement, music, love, and nature through activities such as;
Vinyasa yoga, Bollywood dancing, Hatha yoga, collaborative sound
singing, yoga nidra, meditation, acro yoga, African Dancing, Dru Yoga,
kids workshops and more. Profits go to charity. Weekend tickets: Early bird

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£44-65, full price £70-80, under 15s £20, under 3s FREE
For more information visit www.beulahmovementfest.co.uk.
Burn Valley Half Marathon: One of the most scenic and demanding
races in England starts and finishes in Masham Market Place on Sunday
8th July. The course is run entirely on minor roads, taking you through the
grounds of Swinton Castle, Burn Valley, Leeds Pals war memorial, past
Sprout House Farm and returns via Colsterdale and the villages of Healey
and Fearby. If you are interested in partaking in the race please visit
www.runbritain.com/races .

Laughter Yoga: at Masham Methodist Church Hall on Tuesday 10 th July

and Tuesday 14th August (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.

Mr Swing: Party under the stars this summer at Thorp Perrow on

Saturday 14th of July. Mr Swing returns with his dance orchestra and his
repertoire of jazz, swing and big band hits. Bring a chair or a blanket and
enjoy this open air concert. Springhouse Farm Shop will be cooking up a
storm on the BBQ. Gates 6:30pm, Band 7:30pm. Range of tickets
available online at www.thorpperrow.com.

Craft & Gift Fair: at Masham Town Hall on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th
July and also Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th August 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.

Cream Tea Afternoon: on Sunday 15th July from 1-4.30pm at Foxglove

Cottage, High Ellington, HG4 4PR. Tombola. Courtesy of Wendy Bain.
All proceeds in aid of Saving Yorkshire’s Dogs.

Dales Inspiration Exhibition: Following the success of the last two years,
Masham Town Hall is again hosting a Summer exhibition of art inspired by
and celebrating the Yorkshire Dales landscape. The exhibition includes up
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to 20 artists and runs from Friday 13th July to Sunday 22 nd July, open from
10am-4pm. For more information, please call Nick Reed on 01765 689
702 or email mashamtownhall@yahoo.co.uk. Generously sponsored by
The Himalayan Garden, Grewelthorpe. www.himalayangarden.com.

Summer Reading Challenge: returns to Masham Community Library

from Saturday 14th July until Saturday 8th September with the last date to
register on Saturday 18th August. The Summer Reading Challenge takes
place every year during the summer holidays for primary school children
and this year’s theme is Mischief Makers. Sign up at Masham Library and
read six library books of your choice to complete the Challenge. There are
lots of goodies and rewards to collect along the way, and it’s FREE to take
part! If you’re not already a Library member, why not join to enjoy the
Challenge? On Thursday 26th July, join us for Mischievous Crafts -
come and have some fun making mischievous masks and characters at
Masham Library from 10-11.30am. No need to book, just turn up. For
more information, call into the Library between 10am and 3pm, Monday-
Friday and on Saturdays between 10am and 2pm or call 01765 680204.
www.summerreadingchallenge.org.uk.

Masham Traction & Steam Engine Rally: on Saturday 21st and Sunday
22nd July at Marfield, Leyburn Road. Gates open 10am. Celebrating
Britain’s fine industrial heritage with a large display of steam engines and
veteran vehicles of yesteryear, fair organs, trade stands and autojumble,
craft tent, freewheel mountain bike display team, display of heavy horses
and dray, fairground and lots of exciting arena events throughout the day.
Rally organiser: 01765 689 569. www.mashamsteamrally.co.uk.

Masham Market Weekend: takes place over Steam Engine Weekend on

Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd July. Masham’s historic 750 year old
market augmented by craft, charity and artisan food stalls, music,
entertainment and special events – all on Yorkshire’s largest market place.
For the Festival Weekend Programme visit: www.mashammarket.co.uk.
To book market stalls call the Market Superintendent on 01765 689572.

Studfold Fairy & Pixie Adventure: Back by popular demand from

Saturday 21st July – Sunday 2nd September. Use your imagination to
find the delightful tiny fairies and pixies that help make Studfold’s Award
Winning Adventure Trail a truly magical place. Dress up or put on
Studfold’s Fairy wings and Pixie hat and discover stories and explore 20+
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tiny fairy/pixie houses. Suitable for all primary and pre-school children
and their parents and parents parents! Admission: £6 adult, £5 child,
under 3 free. Have a tasty snack at Studfold’s Nidderdale Way Cafe or
email to pre-order a picnic. Last Admission 3.30pm.
Also on Saturday 11th August (weather permitting) have an adventure
and go Bug Hunting. Harrogate Biodiversity Group will have a stall and
help with the discoveries. Make a crazy bug!
And Kidz Crazy Grassheads on Saturday 25th August (before 2.30pm)
For more information visit www.studfoldtrails.co.uk or call 01423 755228,

Police Drop-In Surgery: at Barclay’s Bank, Masham Market Square on

Thursday 26th July and Tuesday 21st August from 10.30-11.30am. Come
and meet PCSO Sharon Wilson who can offer reassurance, crime
prevention, internet scam prevention or a friendly chat.

Mark Watson: at Masham Town Hall on Saturday 28 th July at 7.30pm. A

former Cambridge Footlighter, Mark Watson first made an impact on the
comedy circuit in 2002 when he won the Daily Telegraph Open Mic
competition and was a runner-up in So You Think You're Funny? He has
become known for his Edinburgh shows and his gruelling shows that last
more than 24 hours. Watson won the Chortle award winner for innovation
in 2005, when he was also nominated for best breakthrough act, and was
nominated for best compere in 2007. He is also a novelist, with his debut
Bullet Points, published in 2003; has written for TV and in 2007 landed his
first radio series, Mark Watson Makes The World Substantially Better. £10
per ticket from Mashamshire Community Office. Call 01765 680200 or
email info@visitmasham.com.

English National Sheepdog Trials: 150 of England’s top handlers and

dogs will be at Jervaulx Abbey from 27 th to the 29th July competing to
become English National Champion 2018. Trade stands, Craft tent,
Children’s corner, Food and drink will be on offer. 8am start. Entry £5.00 at
the gate (under 16s free). Enquiries to Lynn Morland - 07415 516 859 or
lynburnlynn1@gmail.com .

Take That LIVE Tribute: An open-air concert at Thorp Perrow Arboretum

on Saturday 28th July with many of the band’s biggest and best hits. Bring
a chair or a blanket and enjoy. Springhouse Farm Shop will be cooking up
a storm on the BBQ. Gates 7.30pm, Band 8.30pm. Ticket only event,
please contact: 01677 424323 or www.thorpperow.com .
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Summer Holiday Club: at Acorns Pre-School with a European theme this
year. French cooking, crafts and games from 30 th July-2nd August; Italian
from 6th-9th August; Spanish from 13th-16th August and British from 20th-23rd
August. Sessions available from 8am-5.30pm for £22 or 9am-3.30pm for
£18. To book please call 01765 689111 or collect a booking form from
Acorns Pre-School behind the Community Office. Acorns reserve the right
to cancel if numbers are insufficient. www.acorns-masham.org.uk.

Queen Tribute: Rhapsody Queen are back to entertain you with Queen’s
biggest and best hits at Thorp Perrow Arboretum on Saturday 11 th August.
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy this open-air concert. Springhouse Farm
Shop will be cooking up a storm once again, so why not join them for a
tasty burger or hot dog? Gates 7.30pm. Band 8.30pm. Ticket only event.
For more information please contact 01677 425323 or visit
www.thorpperrow.com .

Jessica Lawson & Phil Simpson: at Masham Town Hall on Thursday

23rd August at 7.30pm. After years of making music independently,
Jessica Lawson and Phil Simpson have finally joined forces. Influenced by
Americana, folk and country, together they deliver beautiful harmonies
accompanied by a myriad of instruments - autoharp, guitar, mandolin and
melodeon to name but a few. The pair have been performing across the
UK and Europe, with audiences returning to see them again and again.
With a diary full of gigs and new songs up their sleeves, their ever-
developing live show just gets better each time. Expect some well-known
classics, as well as a selection of traditional and self-penned songs which
will have the whole audience singing along! Tickets £8 available from
Masham Community Office on 01765-680200 or email:
info@visitmasham.com.

Abba Tribute: The fantastic ABBA Sensation are back with the band’s
biggest and best hits. Bring a picnic and a chair and enjoy this open-air
concert on Saturday 25 th August. Gates 7.30pm. Band 8.30pm. Event
finishes 11pm. Pre-booked Thorp Perrow Season Ticket holders: Adult
£17.50, Child (under 16) £12.50. Pre-booked Standard tickets: Adult £20,
Child (under 16) £15. On-the-door: Adult £22.50, Child (under 16) £17.50.
Gazebo spaces available at a £5 per space (3m x 3m). Tel: 01677 425323

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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.

Lego Request: The Wednesday Welcome Centre need basic Lego for
their afternoon sessions at Masham Methodist Church Hall from 12.30-
3.30pm. If you have any cluttering up your attic, please drop off at
Mashamshire Community Office (between 10am and 3pm, Monday-
Saturday) and we will then pass it on or at the Methodist Hall on a
Wednesday between 10am and 4pm. All donations gratefully received.

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,
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numeracy and co-ordination. Free trial. Call Ami 07340 048804 for more
information. www.rhythmtime.net/am4.

Litter Action: Please help to keep Mashamshire free of unsightly and

polluting litter by joining the newly-formed Greener Masham Action Group.
Visit litteraction.org.uk/greener-masham to find out more and register to
join.

Masham Liftshare: We all readily offer lifts and share car journeys with
our friends and family, but many of us travel with an empty passenger seat
simply because we don’t know of anyone who needs a lift, while others
struggle to make appointments because they’ve got no wheels. Around
Masham, there is now a way the passenger-less and the lift-less can
meet! Save money by sharing travel costs; cut congestion, pollution and
help look after our environment; reduce the stress of driving by sharing
your journey with great people. You can choose to car share as little or as
often as you like, it doesn’t have to be on a regular basis. All you have to
do is register your journey as either a driver or a passenger
on www.masham.liftshare.com and then activate your account. Joining the
scheme is simple and completely free and your email address is kept
hidden. If you have any questions and want to find out more about this
exciting community transport initiative or need help accessing the website,
please pop into Mashamshire Community Office, call 01765 680200 or
email: info@visitmasham.com.

Masham Musical Society

The Society’s annual social evening will take place on Wednesday 29th
August 2018 (7.30 – 9.00pm) at the home of John and Rosemary Bell,
High Garth, Red Lane, Masham. All members are welcome, especially
potential new members. Please bring a bottle and nibbles.
Masham Musical Society starts rehearsals for its 2018 Annual Concert on
Wednesday 5th September at 7.30pm in Masham Methodist Church Hall.
The concert itself will take place at St Mary’s Church Masham on Saturday
1st December 2018. New members are welcome – no auditions required!
For more information, please contact either Sue Bravender on 01677
470588 or Rosemary Bell on 01765 689484.
Masham Photographic Club
The Annual Exhibition will be held on Saturday 30th June and Sunday 1st
July in St Mary's Church, Masham. Exhibitors will display their personal
choice of three pictures on any theme and invite the public to vote for their
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favorite picture. The church will be open from 10am until 4pm on Saturday
and 12 noon until 4pm on Sunday and entry is free.

Masham WI.
On Monday the 9th July. Masham WI have arranged a visit to Thorpe
Perrow. We will be leaving Masham Town Hall at 10.30 and return by 4pm.
If members have not already shown an interest in coming and would like
to attend, please contact Jean Jones so transport can be arranged. You
are welcome too bring packed lunch, although there is a cafe at Thorpe
Perrow providing sandwiches, cake, tea etc. for sale. Our coffee morning
held earlier in the year will provide entrance for members. Non members
will need to pay the £8.50 entrance fee.
There will not be an evening meeting on this date. Hope too see as many
of you as possible. Jean Jones President 01765 688671.

NEWS FROM WEST TANFIELD

Riverside Service & Hog Roast on Sunday 29th July 11.00 a.m.
at West Tanfield – on the river bank below the Marmion Tower. The
theme of the service will be ‘IN PRAISE OF CREATION’
It will be the only service in the Masham group of churches on that Sunday
and we will be joined by our Methodist friends. All welcome

West Tanfield Produce Show

The 3rd West Tanfield Produce Show will be on Saturday 1st September
2018 at The Bruce Arms Stables, West Tanfield.
Schedule and entry forms are available at West Tanfield Village Store’

West Tanfield Parish Sports Day Sunday 8th July 2:00 pm start
Fancy Dress – A Royal Theme. Children’s Races
The Louise Hogg Memorial Cross Country Duck Race BBQ
There will be teas in the field, and any contributions of cakes will be
gratefully received on the day.

Turner on the Ure 2018

A modest celebration of the visit to West Tanfield by the great British artist
JMW Turner in 1816. Featuring a Baroque music concert at the historic
Bruce Arms in West Tanfield and an art competition open to all. Full
details can be found on the website supporting the festival :
www.turnerontheure.com. Musical concert July 22nd. at 6.00pm includes
supper All profits from the concert going to Herriot Hospice Homecare
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Charity Art Competition – open now : closing date July 20 th. ‘Turner’s
Palette’ best bitter from Rooster’s Ale will be on sale during the festival at
The Bull Inn, West Tanfield For further information contact The Bruce
Arms, Main St. West Tanfield HG4 5JJ Tel. 01677 470325

NEWS FROM SNAPE

Methodist News
Craft and chat...2-4pm, on July 3rd, 17th and, 31st, A friendly group that
you are invited to come along to with your own craft or join in a communal
one.
Under 5's......each Wednesday from 10-11.30am on July 4th, 11th, 18th. A
small friendly group of mums, grandparents, and carers, with their Under
5's.
Youth Club........a group for secondary school children, 7-9pm in the
institute. July 5th......(in the chapel) Escape room. July 19th.....BBQ and
Games
Sunshine Corner..... 3.30-5pm for all Primary school children, on Friday
July 6th and 20th. A time of fun, craft, game, based around a bible story.
Monthly Coffee Morning.....the free coffee morning is held from 10-12on
Saturday 28th July and 25th August.

Walk, Picnic and Open Air Service.

This will be held on Sunday 5th August. Meeting outside chapel at 3.30pm,
after a walk, we will picnic and then have an Open air short service

Holiday ClubTeam Builders...... is the Bedale Area Holiday Club for

children aged 5-14yrs & will be held from Wednesday 25th-Friday 27th
July, from 10-12.30 or 10-3.30pm. In Snape Institute. For more information
about this annual club, or a booking form, please contact
Holidayclub20@yahoo.co.uk or ring Elaine on 01677 470376 asap as
Advanced booking is required.

NEW..Mini Church Club, for children aged 3-7yrs, each Sunday from
10.30-11.30 am. This will include a song, story and craft. Children can be
left or accompanied by an adult. They will meet in the schoolroom and
then spend 10minutes in the chapel before returning to the schoolroom to
enjoy their activities. For more info please ring Elaine on 01677 470736.

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Whitby Trip.
The annual trip will take place on MONDAY 23rd JULY. It will leave the
village at 8.45 am and return at approx 7.45pm. The cost will be ...0-4yrs,
free ( they must provide their own seat), 4-15yrs, £6 ( unless your child is
involved in any of the children's worship groups or youth club in the village,
and then they are free. ) Adult and over 16's, £12. Children must be
accompanied by an adult, Youth Club young people need parental
consent. Please come and join us for a fun day at Whitby. Bookings,
through Ann Donaldson, on 01677 470239 asap, so that there are no
disappointments.

Snape Local History Group Annual Exhibition will be held in The

Joiner's Old Workshop at Laurel Grove, Snape from 1pm to 5pm on
August Bank Holiday (27th Aug 2018).

Snape Annual Show August Bank holiday Monday

Show Schedules will be delivered to all the eligible houses around mid-
June. It will be lovely to see as many entries as possible to keep this show
going for several more years to come. Doors open at 1.00 pm with teas
from 2.30 pm. Fancy dress at 3.00 pm with children’s sports on the green
at 3.30 pm. Additional schedules from Linton Gaunt or Carricks of Snape
Ltd. Tables will be set up on Friday 24th August at 6.00pm in the Village
Institute, any additional help on this evening would be much appreciated.

Snape Textile Group

An Exhibition by Snape Textile Group will be held on Monday 27th August
from 1.00pm till 5.00pm (along side the above show) in the Old Joiners
Workshop, Laurel Grove, Snape.

Snape Show Monday August 27th

If anyone has any raffle prizes for the show, please could you drop them
off at Lyme Brook, or call Alison 470204

Mrs Florence Burrill 1915-2018

Florence Burrill passed away last month, having lived in Snape for over
50 years and in the Benefice all her life.
She lived at home until 2015 and then in Benkhill Lodge, where she was
well cared for. Many will remember Florence for her involvement with the
churches, Bedale over 60s and The Mothers’ Union in Tanfield.

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Luckily, she retained her superb memory till the end and was determined
to keep going and doing as much for herself as she could.
She had many visitors in Benkhill and was sustained by her faith till the
end. RIP

Churches Together Lunch

Thank you to everyone who donated food, enjoyed the lunch and helped
in the kitchen. £368.00 has been sent to St Michael's Hospice in
Harrogate. A good time was had by all.

NEWS FROM HEALEY AND FEARBY

St Paul's Coffee Morning

The coffee morning held on 26th May made £970. A huge thank you to
everyone who supported us and especially those who gave their time to
help make this a success. Delia Richmond.

Healey Barbecue
Saturday 28th July from 6.00 p.m. to 9.30 pm at
Holly Tree Farm, Fearby
(by kind permission of Sandy and Ginny Henderson)
Steak/Burger/Sausage/Bread bun/Salad and Sweet. Tickets Adults £10
Burger/Sausage/Bread bun/Salad and Sweet Tickets Adult £7.
Under 14’s £5. Under 5's free. Tickets to be ordered in advance for
catering purposes from Anne Ramsay 01765 689278/07759 743166

Pets Sing Praises!

Sunday 15th July at 11.00 a.m. Fearby Village Green
Organised by St. Paul’s Church, Healey it will be a Service of
Thanksgiving and Animal Blessing. All are welcome, with or without pets.
Smaller animals such as gerbils and rabbits should be in carrying boxes,
and dogs should be on leads. There is a serious side to this event in that
modern human lifestyle places at risk the well-being of God’s animal
creation. It is important to emphasise that animals are God’s creatures,
which he made, blessed, and saw as very good – they are not a trivial
matter. Consideration for animals is entirely scriptural, and we have a
responsibility to help create the peaceable kingdom foreseen by the Old
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God’s plan, is to bring all creation together; everything in heaven and
earth, with Christ himself as head.
This service aims to express the view that cruelty of any kind is
incompatible with Christ’s teachings of love, that love is indivisible, and
that cruelty towards any sentient creature is a breach of love. Each of the
pets brought to the service will also represent the many animals who are
not loved and cared for by humans. We will be remembering in prayer
those animals suffering commercial and social exploitation. Also
remembered will be those animals who help humankind in many ways: as
companions, guide dogs, hearing dogs, animals for disabled people and in
the detection of crime.
The service will be followed by a picnic lunch – please bring your own
picnic and something to sit on. In the event of bad weather the service will
be held in St. Paul’s Church, Healey.

Help Wanted
We have been the owners of Bramblewick Cottage in Fearby for several
years. Although living in Newcastle, we love the Dales and visit whenever
we can. The cottage is operated as a popular holiday let, and our previous
cleaner was a keen gardener. Owing to family commitments she no
longer works for us, and we are looking for a person to tend the small front
and back gardens. It might appeal to someone in the village, or possibly
from slightly further afield. We will pay an hourly rate (to be discussed with
applicants) in addition to reimbursement for the purchase of any plants
and materials. We have a lawnmower and a selection of hand tools, which
are kept at the property. Please contact Alison or David by email on
bramblewickcottage@gmail.com or by phone on 0191 2713 1549 or
07940 590027.

Complementary Therapists Wanted

The Healing Collective at Swinithwaite offers an holistic approach to
health, encouraging health and well being with a range of therapies. We
are now looking for like minded people to join us. Situated at Berry's Farm
Shop and Cafe in a converted stable, the room is a lovely place in which to
work. If you are interested and would like more information, please
contact Elizabeth Carter on 07981 908717

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 Owl Watch
Are you interested in wildlife? Owl Watch, a major campaign appealing to
the public to detect and help safeguard owls in the Nidderdale Area of
Outstanding Natural Beauty was launched earlier in the year. Since the
campaign launched earlier in the year 243 records have been sent in. The
AONB would love to hear from you if you spot an owl in the AONB. If you’d
like to get involved look out for postcards, which have been distributed to
GP surgeries, shops and in school book bags across Nidderdale AONB,
and return them to tell us where you see or hear an owl. The cards feature
a guide to identify owls. You can also email info@thewildwatch.org.uk or
Tweet sightings to #tweettwho. We look forward to hearing from you!

Fearby and Healey WI

There will be no evening meeting in July as it will be our annual trip, this
year to Renishaw Hall in Derbyshire. Our August meeting however will be
an open meeting to which all are invited, with a small charge of £4 to non-
WI members. This will take place on Wednesday 8th August at 7.30pm at
Masham Town Hall. Our speaker will be Jo Banks from the Harrogate
Garden School, who will be flower arranging for us. We are all looking
forward to her talk and hope you join us. Cake and a warm welcome will
be provided. Nicola Sykes, Secretary 01765 689928, email
nicolasykes36@gmail.com

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