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£185,000 SOLDin NovemberEarls Barton Earls Barton

SOLDin NovemberEarls Barton

A detached bungalow gently elevatedfrom the roadside behind a generousfrontage. The accommoda%on in briefoffers: entrance hall (with a pull downladder to a carpeted and decorated lo�space), si'ng room with archwayopening into a dining room extension,an extended kitchen, two doublebedrooms and a shower room.

A late Victorian terraced propertysituated within 1/2 mile of Earls Bartonvillage centre. Offering accommoda%oncomprising: entrance hall, lounge/diningroom, kitchen, u%lity/breakfast room,two bedrooms, bathroom and separateWC. Outside the rear garden has rearpedestrian access. An ideal investmentor first %me purchase.

A three bedroom semi detached housewith fabulous end plot frontage andsweeping block paved driveway leadingto an oversized garage. With a goodsized rear garden and outhouse/storethe internal accommoda%on includes:hall, lounge, kitchen, side passage, WC,first floor landing, three bedrooms anda refi&ed white bathroom.

£129,995Earls BartonA modern two bedroom end of terracewhich has been greatly improved toinclude UPVC double glazing, refi&edkitchen/breakfast room and bathroom,replacement floor coverings andcontemporary redecora%on throughout.Outside the property offers front andrear gardens, driveway and singlegarage.

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A rarely available four bedroomdetached house on the south side ofDowthorpe Hill backing onto and withviews over countryside to the rear. Theproperty will require a fullmodernisa%on programme which thesellers have sensibly reflected in theasking price. Offered for sale with noonward chain.

£210,000Earls BartonThis four bedroom detached house hasbeen extended and remodeled over theyears to provide spacious family livingincluding two mul%-purpose recep%onrooms plus a split kitchen/breakfast/u%lity room. Externally the rear gardenhas been landscaped whilst the gentlyelevated plot provides distant viewsacross Nene Valley.

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The December edition of Barton Today reminds us all that Christmas is rapidly approaching, with a number of seasonal articles; we catch up with Earls Barton’s very own reindeer, Dancer and Prancer down at White’s Farm, the children of the junior school have written some letters to Santa and we find out about all the exciting events that local establishments are planning for us between now and the new year.

I am sure we are all looking forward to receiving some lovely presents on that special day, but it is a good time to remember that giving can also bring so much support and happiness to others. We feature two articles that exemplify this; firstly the spotlight falls upon local ‘leek’ Martin Cahill, whose life has been characterised by his involvement in numerous community activities and secondly we hear about Andy Hewitt’s AED campaign that has been boosted by the donation of a defribrillator from a local business. If we all do our bit, we can help to transform for the better the society we live in.

We have also been amazed by the way in which you have responded to our challenge to get Barton Today to different parts of the globe; during its travels this month it has been to Mallorca, Hollywood, Venice and the Red Sea. So don’t forget your copy of B2Day next time you are packing your bags to go away.

As the end of the year approaches, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all your support since relaunching Barton Today back in September. We hope that you enjoy your monthly read and please keep on sending in those articles. Have a fabulous Christmas and a Happy New Year and if you have never been to the Carols in the Square event, get yourself down there on Christmas Eve and become part of the fantastic community spirit that we are so lucky to have in Earls Barton.

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Our Front Cover:Many thanks to Amanda and Whites Nurseries for the use of their Reindeer. To Simonfor use of his camera and to Sally for taking such a good photograph!!

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The owner of the copy of Barton Today decided to take him for a dip in the

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Unbeknown to me the owner of Barton Today was about to propose. After

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It’s no secret that our sense of smell is an incredibly important part of our memory. Differ-

ent scents can immediately transport us to a time or place in our lives. Place us with people we’ve loved or lost. We can feel the emo-tions, happiness, nerves, excitement, fear, longing etc

To me, one of the most powerful memory triggers is perfume. Different perfumes instantly bring to mind people, places, times and events. I can map my life through perfume…

My first ever perfume mem-ory is (naturally) my Mum and her bottle of ‘Tweed’. She actually gave it to me in the end for ‘dressing up’ after I wore away at her constantly. Always been a girly girl. I remember always touching the small square glass bottle and thinking my Mum was so amazing and posh because she could wear perfume – without asking! But the smell. So strong, almost after-shave. A really heady and woody kind of scent. I had a sniff re-cently and it just conjures up my Mum and Dad dressed for the work Xmas dinner and dance. My mum in new dress and lots of make-up. Hair streaked and lots of perfume on. Dad in a tie, only once each year. Much excitement at my cousin Sally coming to baby-sit my sister and I. Being allowed to stay up late and Mum always bringing us back the after dinner mints. Happy and innocent times.

Various Avon perfumes came and went in our house. Moon Wind was a favourite in a glass candle bottle one Christmas. I loved the flow-ery smell and used to dab it on my wrists when Mum was not looking.

When I reached Middle School I remember being in love for the first time, with Lee Murphy (whether he liked it or not) and liberally applying ‘Dewberry’ from the Body Shop. It was the thing to wear and so natu-rally we ALL did. Our class-room must have been like a huge giggling fruit pudding. In our rush for sophistica-tion it was compulsory to perm our hair, wear bright blue eye-liner and ‘iced cham-pink’ lipstick (how do

I remember that name). We were a curly, pink, berry-scented army and our goal – the school disco. We learned routines to Mel & Kim’s ‘respectable’ and insisted on slow dances to Berlin’s ‘take my breathe away’. Oh those poor boys…

And so to Upper School. More self conscious days. I was particularly fond of Impulse ‘Gypsy’ (I probably believed the ads). I remem-ber my Mum starting to wear Tresor by Lancome. A beautiful smell. It makes me remember having very long hair and exam leave. Nice times walking the dog, just me and her. During this era my auntie gave me a tiny bottle of Beautiful by Estee Lauder. I loved it and it was my special and rarely used perfume. I also met my first proper boyfriend and spent an incredibly turbulent two years learning about love and heart-break.

Starting work in my very early 20�s I remember Safari by Ralph Lauren. Sadly not made now. A lovely smell in a really big fancy glass bottle. It makes me think of my first job in sales, my fa-vourite bright blue mini-skirt and jacket, my curly perm and gold framed glasses (no prescription – thought I looked clever in meetings!). Hilariously getting a taxi (couldn’t drive yet) to GEC Marconi and winning a 30k order on my own. I knew if I asked for a lift with a senior sales person my glory would be stolen. My sales Man-ager bought me flowers and praised me.

By night I would wear Ysatis by Givenchy. I tried it again recently and dear good it could strip paint. I remem-ber wearing my hot-pants and dancing all night. And of course, meeting my husband one new years eve in Ritzy!

In my later 20�s my job took me to Milton Keynes and I became a Calvin Klein fan. I always wore eternity to work and smelling it now I can just feel my old office and wonderful memories in a job I adored. I was still in love with ‘Beautiful’ (kept for best) and I wore it when I got married in ’98.

In my late 20�s I was bought Poemme by Lancome. A

gorgeous really heady smell and I loved it. But it’s amaz-ing how the sense of smell can bring back feelings of sadness. It’s in my drawer now and one smell brings back the leaves falling, the nights drawing in, driving to hospital in the half-light and sadly losing my Mum on Sept 10th 2002

In 2003 and 2006 I had my two little boys. The great-est gift I’ve ever been given but the most enormous life change. Oh the wilderness years! I was still reeling from losing my Mum so suddenly. I gave up work and stayed at home full time. I don’t regret that for one second, however it was incredibly lonely. I endured post-natal depression and completely lost myself. I gained weight, lived in jeans, t shirts, no make-up except a smidge on a very rare night out. During this time I can recall wear-ing the dwindling Poemme sometimes. I just can’t wear it now. I would be like spray-ing on sadness.

Going back to my Mum, when we eventually sorted through her belongings I found the Tresor I’d bought her 8 months previously for her birthday. Unopened and saved ‘for best’. I really cried finding that but it was a life changing moment. I vowed that some things shouldn’t be saved or made to wait for ‘best’. Life is the best. I now wear perfume everyday, no matter what I’m doing. I love jewellery, dresses, heels and make-up. Every day I wear some or all of them…just because…

I tell my children I love them everyday and kiss and hug them. It really is too short.

And the Tresor? It’s in a box in my wardrobe. If ever I ‘need’ my Mum I can smell her and it’s a huge comfort.

This is – briefly – my life in perfume. Now adays I love ‘Chance’ by Chanel, Gucci and sometimes wear ‘Be Delicious’ by DKNY but I like to think my signature scent is – and always will be Beau-tiful. Anyone brushing close enough to me recently will have my beautiful scent in their memory bank now and just maybe if they catch the scent of it in future I might be recalled.

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Andrea writes... Carolyn’s Collection had its grand opening on the 12th Novemberso my friend Judith and I went along to support her new venture and find ourselvesa few bargains. Carolyn and her staff welcomed us with open arms along with warmmulled wine and mince pies!

Judith had already popped in mid-week on one of Carolyn’s preview days to lookfor an outfit for the forthcoming Royal visit of Princess Anne to Barker Shoes; shewanted something a bit different yet smart. Carolyn talked to Judith about whatshe wanted and, despite Judith's assurance that she only wears red or black,Carolyn found her a lovely blue dress that was just above the knee, nicely fittedand which really suited her. She was able to add a perfect necklace and earringsto complete the outfit.

Anyway, on Saturday we browsed through the rails and racks in each room, pickingup items to try on. The atmosphere was warm and friendly making it very relaxingwith no pressure to buy.

We went into the Prom and Evening Dress Room looking for an outfit for Judith'shusband’s Christmas Party. Judith picked up a few things and tried them withoutsuccess. Carolyn then asked about the sort of dress she was looking for and saidshe had the perfect one. She brought out a lovely cream, beaded, full length dressthat Judith would never have chosen for herself - after all, it wasn’t in her favouritered or black! However, with Carolyn's encouragement, she went back into thechanging room and out she came in a fantastic evening outfit ready to woweveryone at the Christmas Party, and a perfect fit!

I bought two lovely tops and a brooch which were elegantly folded and wrapped inteal coloured tissue paper and sealed with a silver tag..

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Ignite Invites you to enjoy ‘Da Christmas Story Innit’ as Earls Barton Youth Project givesthe Christmas story gets a Glee-style makeover! All Saints church based youth project ‘Ignite’ in Earls Barton is proud to inviteyou ‘DA CHRISTMAS STORY INNIT’, a musical satire inspired by GLEE to retellthe story of Christmas using modern music in a modern setting.

It is a the climax of several months planning and rehearsals of the young cast aged 12-19 alongside the four writers and directors aged 14-16, all members of Ignite YouthProject, an innovative project offering somewhere to go, something to do and someoneto talk to for young people in Earls Barton on a Sunday night.

Ignite opened in September, thanks to a £7,000 grant from Northamptonshire CountyCouncil, and has seen 56 different young people through the door aged 11-17 at itsSunday night club night.

‘Da Christmas Story Innit’ was inspired by U.S. performing arts TV show Glee, and usesmusic and drama to modernise the Christmas story, set in Earls Barton. It aims to makethe story accessible and relevant yet to retain the true meaning of Christmas, and ideallysuited to those aged 11 and over. As such Mary and Joe give birth in a youth shelter,having failed to catch the night bus to Wellingborough to register for family tax credits.They are visited by three bankers who give lavish gifts, while the three traffic police stoppointing their speed guns at motorists in Dowthorpe Hill to attend! The focus on Mary’semotional journey and Joe’s anxiety about the true meaning of baby ‘Chris-Mas’ is toldagainst a sound track from popular musical greats such as Ce Lo Green, Celine Dion,Justin Bieber, Amy Winehouse and more. All the lyrics and script were written by theyoung people after being offered a basic script by youth worker, Tim Howell.

Not content with putting on a fantastic show, all proceeds raised on the door and forprogrammes will go to Crisis at Christmas, in recognition of the most famous homelesspeople in history! Furthermore, they will be getting sponsorships for their last rehearsal– a monstrous 12 hour stay awake overnight, the same weekend as the show!

The show will be performed in the church hall on Sunday 18th December at 8pm. Igniteare hopeful for a full house with doors opening at 7.45pm

Youth worker, Tim Howell enthused, ‘I am really excited about this show and so proudof the group putting it together. I hope the Hall is full to the rafters and we raise loads of money for such a worthy cause.”

After Christmas, Ignite will be launching the new music studio with the altered opening hours of 7-9pm (11-18 from 7-8pm and 14-18 from8-9pm) This is to ease the burden on the volunteer - run club, and reduce the current 4 hour weekly commitment. For more information, pleasecontact Tim Howell on 01604 813470 or email [email protected] or add Ignite Earls Barton on facebook.

Ignite Youth Project is a wholly owned subsidiary of All Saints Church and affiliated to Northamptonshire Association of Youth Clubs. It runson Sunday evenings at All Saints Church Hall.

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This is Bradley Beaversa local 5 year oldboy who is comingtowards the end of hisfirst year in bambinokart racing. Bradleydrives a 50cc comerpowered zip topkart &races regulary atcircuits all over theUnited Kingdom.

The Beavers familyhave been involved inmotorsport for over 30years, Bradley’s dad Darren (pictured below in his stock car days)also started in karting in the late 1980's alongside Jenson Buttonand the late great Dan Wheldon. Bradley’s Grandad Christopheralso had a career in kart racing (pictured bottom right) in his 250ccsuperkart in the 1990 britishkart grand prix.

5yr old Bradley hopes to followin his family’s footsteps andhave a successful career inmotorsport and one day raceagainst his hero LewisHamilton, he's currently lying8th in Cheshire Kart RacingClubs Indikart Series and with2 rounds still to go hopingto clinch a 5th placeChampionship finish in this hisdebut year.

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CAROLS ON THE SQUAREBe one of the thousands who come to this annualevent and start your Christmas celebrations with

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7pm to 8pm on the Square on Christmas Eve

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Traditional carols with music led by Earls Barton Music

Prayers and Readings organised through Churches Togetherin Earls Barton and District

Short talk to be given this year by the vicar of All Saints,Revd. Miranda Hayes

Father Christmas and his reindeer collecting presentsfor children’s charities

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Roger Page writes about the successful Fireworks display…3pm Friday 4th November… Home Pack delivered the firstload of combustibles followed by a load from Shell Plant.

7am Saturday 5th…six of us started to build the bonfire whichwas finished by 11.30am. In the afternoon we started to digthe mortar pits, erect rocket launchers and safety fencing.

6pm… the torchlit procession started from Dowthorpe Hillsupervised by Nick and Kaye, led by Captain Hook decked outin fairy lights. At 6 45pm six guys judged by Nick and Kaye.Thanks to you both.

First prize went to Side Show Bob by Becky Austin

Second prize went to Fred, Danni and Spud by Fred,Danni and Spud Flanegan

Third prize went to Lectar by Amanda Glendenning.

Prize money was donated by Marg Page who also providedsupper for all the helpers later in the evening, Thanks Marg.

7pm… The bonfire was lit and approximately thirty minuteslater, when the fire had died down, the fireworks began withthe explosion of an 85mm mortar. The display lasted thirtyfive minutes ending with goodnight.

Thanks to Mick, Mathew, Geoff, Peter, Robert, John and Hazelmy staunch helpers, who without their continued help andsupport the event would not be possible.

Thanks also to Stan Bond and family, who lit up the entrancelane and provided refreshments and entertainment for theevening.

I would also like to thank all of you that attended this event.

Hope to see you all again next year when the display will takeplace on Saturday 3rd November.

Editors’ note: What a great night it was too with well over onethousand people attending. We are very lucky to have the bandof volunteers who put this event together.

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Methodist WivesAt the methodist wives on Wednesday the 2nd November, we werejoined by Mark, from Barton Sweets. He gave us a very interestingtalk of his journey through work and business and how he came toopen his Sweet shop in the heart of the village.

He bought in a few tasting samples of homemade sweets and fudge,which was a delight! The evening ended with a raffle, tea and coffee.

We have no meeting in December at the hall but we are venturingout for our Festive Dinner at the Elwis Arms at Great Billing.

Wives then kick off the New Year with a tea and chat afternoon onSaturday 7th January at 2pm. This gives all the members a chanceto reflect on how everyone celebrated Christmas and the New Year.

On Saturday 11th February, wives will be hosting a Cream Tea atthe Methodist church hall at 2pm. This event is open to nonmembers and admission will be £2.00. We look forward to seeingyou there!

On behalf of the Methodist Wives, I would like to wish everyone avery Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year!

A Journey to AdventIn preparation for Christmas, groups of all ages from the village areproviding a kaleidoscope of Music, Poetry and Dance. This will takeplace in the Parish Church of All Saints on the 4th December at6pm. A retiring collection will be held in aid of “Friends of AllSaints Church” the Charity which has recently been formed to raisemoney fro the preservation of the fabric of the Church and itsHistoric Tower.

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join us on Saturday 3rd December for our all new Christmas Fayre! Money raised at the Methodist Church will go towards church funds and to DONNA DREAM HOUSE in BLACKPOOL who gives holidays for termly ill children in the UK. We have a mixture of Christmas crafts, brick-a-brack and cakes. Its only 50p to enter our winter wonderland and that includes a cup of tea or coffee. We also have mince pies on sale on the morning! Please do support us if you can! (Please note this event is fully downstairs for everyone to enjoy!)

THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! We would like to thank everyone who has supported us through 2011. We’ve had some

great times this year including our Leek pie lunch, Harvest festival celebrations and Autumn Fayre.

Let us take you back to a cold February morning, for our first Coffee Morning of the year (supported by the Stepping Stones team.) Welove to see everyone come down on the first Saturday of every month and enjoy a good natter and find some real gems. It seems only likeyesterday that we opened the doors in February for our first event. Since then they have been a regular hit every month, and we hope thatyou will be able to join us for our 2012 coffee mornings (from February.)

Moving quickly onto April 2011 to the biggest event of the year, when Prince William married Catherine Middleton at Westminster Abbey.Now we love a street party at the chapel, so we decided to join together for an indoor street party, celebrating the future king and queen’sroyal wedding. Our street party included a three course meal and a very special mini cabaret from our very own Gary. Everyone reallyenjoy the day and went home with a smile on their face.

Fast forward to May 2011 and after a short trip to the small seaside town of Sheringham; it was time for this year’s Boys Brigade indoorcamp. Boys and officers joined together for four days, for a mixture of activities including: Pitch and Putt, games and eveningentertainment. Thank you to everyone who has supported the Boys Brigade this year, and we can’t wait for next year’s camp.

In September we warmly welcomed our new minister (Rev N Bibbings) and his family to the chapel. We look forward to his work in ourchurch and the village. We have really enjoyed seeing a mixture of people of all ages at our Sunday services through the year, and we lookforward to seeing you again in 2012.

Finally we thank you (in some cases advance) for coming along to this year’s CAPTAIN HOOK PIRATE BAZAAR. We hope that you enjoyour special events as much as we do putting them on. We hope you can join us throughout 2012 when we’re ready for the Queens Jubilee,Olympic celebrations, a magic carpet ride and to praise the lord together.

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Below is the article that we sent for the November issue of BartonToday, but unfortunately there was not room for it, and so itappears here in original format with an update from the meetingthat was held in October.

First we would like to apologise for not putting a report in lastmonth's edition, but as you will see further on there were someunexpected developments at the annual 'Whinge and Whine'meeting (held each year after the event for committee to air anygrievances etc, each have their say and then its over and donewith, and taken forward only in a positive 'lets learn from it'attitude).

So thankfully this year's event went ahead and we had a lot ofpositive feed back from exhibitors and paying public alike; it waswell attended even though we did have some rain - worse later onSaturday afternoon with couple of torrential downpours, but mostpeople had had a good day by then! With not being able to usethe 'ploughing' field, we were worried how to fit everything in, butin the end had space available where some vehicle exhibitors didnot turn up - some due to other commitments (work, family orhealth issues) and some where forecast had been bad for theirown areas. Still the site looked good, and the ring parades wellattended. These provided good photo opportunities; and thenchildren were able to join Adrian Smith in the ring for his strongman show - he even got some dads involved too! The real aledrinkers were impressed by the new bar set up, with a lotcompleting the full A to Z - though hopefully not all at 1 'sitting', orprobably have been in a horizontal position!

At the time of writing of this, we don't have the final figures andso can't say definitely of any donations to be made, including thefinal total of the grand raffle which was for the Cynthia SpencerHospice in Northampton, but any organisation, charity, local groupetc who would like to apply for monies - as most of you will knowthe rally is run to benefit the local communities from any profitsthat it makes - please put your application in writing stating whowould benefit, how much you would like and what it will be usedfor; this needs to be for something specific not general use. Youcan send/deliver your letters to c/o 1 Streeton Way in Earls Barton,addressed to the rally's treasurer Mr Glen Ward who lives inBozeat and we will pass them on. Please gets these to us asap,as we understand the monies will be discussed mid October, andso the amount available will be decided then. By mid Novemberif possible please, sorry for the short notice but as you read onhopefully you will understand more.

We are sorry to have to report that at the 'Whinge and Whine'meeting a small group of the (original) committee expressed theirviews that they were not happy at how Mick had run things thisyear and so a vote was proposed and it went against him (therebeing some abstentions from folk who were as shell shocked asus, and 1 absentee), this has resulted in Mick no longer being theorganiser. When the Ecton Park rally finished, a small group ofthose involved wanted to continue with a new event and at theirfirst meeting in autumn 1997, no one wanted to take on the roleof organiser and so Mick took it on ' for one year only', thereafteroffering it to anyone who wanted to take over, but no one steppedforward and so he continued on a yearly basis, this being the 14thone. Now as with any group, they have had their ups and downs,but we were totally shell shocked when the announcement wasmade, leaving us gutted and heart broken. As with all thesethings, hindsight is a wonderful thing and we only wish that theyhad voiced their opinions earlier on giving a chance for things tohave been sorted in a calmer and fairer manner. The group hasalways been run democratically, with the majority view beingupheld, and so Mick would have handed over his position, and thecurrent split need not have occurred.

At present we have not been told who the new leader/point ofcontact will be, but this will be publicised as and when. So at thistime we are not part of the event, and are feeling gutted havingput heart and soul into it over the years. We would like to thankall of you - whether you were exhibitors, visiting public, advertisers,sponsors or helpers - for your support and help in making the rallybecome what it has. We hope the village will continue to benefitfrom it, not only with donations but also with visitors supportingour local shops and businesses, and that you the paying publiccontinue to enjoy it.

Many thanksMick and Hazel Higham

UPDATE At their October meeting the committee discussed thefinances and due to still playing catch up from last year's cancelledevent, decided that unfortunately they could not make anydonations this year, other than the one to Cynthia Spencer Hospicewhich was purely from the raffle held over the 3 days. They aresorry for this, and hopefully going forward things will be back ontrack. The new contact for the event is Mr Robert Hollowell, 6Nene Rise, Cogenhoe home tel no 01604 890346 / 01604 890346mobile 07960 082975

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It's December again, hope you are all ready, not for Christmasbut the UTTD Quiz to be held on Saturday 17th December atEarls Barton Working mens club, starting at 7.30pm. There willbe free mince pies and we will be selling cheese rolls, and bestof all the club sells beer, wine and spirits. If you are on the ballyou may even win The Quiz. (You have to be in it to win it).Tickets cost £8 per table of up to 4 people. It's a snip not to bemissed. We also have a raffle so call at Lynda Hair Fashions orJeyes Chemist or the Working Mens Club for a ticket.

Our play is not until March. As you know this will be held inthe Parish Church Hall opposite the Co-op. We have a goodstage in the hall but as many of you who attend functions willknow the curtains are very shabby, has anyone any ideas aboutraising a sum of money needed to replace them. It will be inexcess of £6000 as they need new rails and pully's. If you canthink of anywhere we can apply for funding or a grant pleasecontact myself on 07904 277719 or 01604 811104 with anyideas.

Seasons Greetings to one and all, See you at the quiz!Linda

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David Rust writes.......Trevor “Twink” Denny, a keen sailor from Earls Barton, wasasked by a sailing friend if he would like to be a part of a 3 man crew to sailfrom Portsmouth to Brest and then on to Cascais (Lisbon) via Coruna inNorthern Spain. This journey would involve sailing across the infamous Bayof Biscay, a voyage he had not undertaken before. So at 68 years younghe jumped at the chance and met up with Steve da Costa from Irchesterand Dean Morrison from Wollaston in Portsmouth on Friday 2September where they climbed aboard a 41 foot Sailing Boat (A typeBeneteam 411). This vessel was to take part in the Arc Rally from TheGrand Canaries to St Lucia and their task was to sail the yacht toLisbon. This trip would be in 3 legs; Portsmouth to Brest (France),Brest to Coruna (Northern Spain) and then the final leg from Corunato Cascais (Lisbon) in Portugal. It would be the second leg that theywould sail across the Bay of Biscay.

So with off they went setting sail at 3am on Saturday 3 September fromPortsmouth in bad weather – it was very windy and cloudy, not the bestof starts! This leg would be 230 nautical miles in length and after achoppy and windy sailing they finally reached the French port, Brest onthe Monday evening There was no let up in the weather (in fact it wasgetting worse!) so they were held up in Brest on the Tuesday because of highwinds. Studying the Internet weather forecasts they spotted a slot in theweather on the Wednesday so decided to take a chance (not something to berecommended when facing the Bay of Biscay!)

They set sail at 3 pm on the Wednesday with the climate not too bad, windy (head on) butsailable just! The weather got worse on the Thursday morning (who’s idea was this anyway!)with the swell rising to a height of a two-storey house! – I’m feeling sea sick as I write this piece!- But it gets worse so those with a weak stomach should stop reading now!!

For those of us still reading the story continues - The yacht was tossed around bythe huge swells throughout the day and night and did not ease up until Fridayafternoon. Trevor told me that during this time they had to refill the engines using20 litre containers – no easy task in such demanding weather. Throughoutthese conditions they were doing shifts of 3 hours at a time during daytimeand 2 on and four off at night however the chance of getting a lot of rest withthe seas so high was minimal and as each hour passed they were gettingwetter and wetter and extremely tired. Eventually after 3 days and two nightsthey arrived safe in Coruna at ten p.m. on the Friday. After a tot (or two!) ofwhiskey and a change into dry clothes they slept like the preverbal log!! Theyspent the weekend in Coruna repairing the mast, clearing up and cleaning theyacht and enjoying a few beers (how many?) and also catching up on sleep!When they looked on the internet for the weather there was more bad newsas gales were forecast however they checked again on the Monday morning andthe wind direction had changed which meant that the gales were heading toEngland – lucky for them but not for us!!

They set sail for the final leg to Cascais (Lisbon) on the Monday morning. The weather wasbetter but they still had to cope with sailing in to a head on wind. However this time their biggestproblem was the numerous fishing boats and lobster pots of the fishermen of Portugal as sailingclose to the shore meant that they were in the fishing grounds of the Portuguese fishermen. After3 days and 2 nights they arrived at their final destination at 6 o’clock on the Wednesday very tiredbut elated as they had experienced something other sailors’ dream – or have nightmares about!!

I asked Trevor to summarise his time on board the yacht. Being a modest man he said:

Leg 1 Portsmouth - Brest: “Testing conditions but acceptable; reasonably easy but tiring.” –translated into non sailing jargon this is “horrible weather, sea sick all night and bloodyknackered!”

Leg 2 (Bay of Biscay) Brest – Coruna: “Scary (really Trevor with winds and swellonly 20 foot high!). The weather was a problem as was the distance from theshore.” Translation “Horrific – never again let’s find the nearest railway station!”

Leg 3 Coruna – Cascais: “Very windy but the biggest problem was the lobsterpots and fishing boats.” Translation “Bloody stupid place to fish and does thewind never stop blowing so hard!”

Finally I asked him if he would ever do it again. He thought for a moment and thensaid, “Yes but in better weather!”

It was a real pleasure to talk to Trevor about his experience in crossing the infamousBay of Biscay and I have nothing but admiration for him – not sure I would want to doit; good weather or not!!

JOURNEY OF A LIFETIME!

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‘LANDMARKS’— Parish Churches in NorthamptonshireA retired business man who was born and has lived and worked in Northamptonshire all his life has just released his first book. DerekBlunt can trace his family, all living close to Northampton back to the early 1500’s so you could say that Northamptonshire is well andtruly in his blood!

Northamptonshire is one of England’s lesser known counties - some might say that is a good thing! It has few areas of outstanding naturalbeauty, no dramatic coastlines or majestic mountains but it does have many attractive quintessentially English villages and beautifulbuildings many of which are its parish churches.

For most people the county is off the ‘tourist trail’ and is generally ignored as they speed north or south along the busy M1.

From his early days Derek has enjoyed getting out and about and over his working life as the first Bursar of Moulton Agricultural Institute(now Moulton College), many years working for the County Council in the Education, Welfare and Social Services Departments and latterlyManaging Director of his own ABTA bonded Holiday Company organizing escorted holidays for elderly and disabled people -CarefreeHolidays - he has come to know and love his home county.

Retirement has brought the opportunity to spend more time doing all the things he enjoys most - walking, travelling extensively in theUK and worldwide, visiting historic buildings and churches, gardening, DIY, following the local Cobblers Football Team (someone hasto!) painting and drawing and exploring all the villages and towns in the county and taking the opportunity of getting off the beaten trackand rediscovering the beauty and history of Northamptonshire.

During his county wide travels Derek has met many interesting people who were very enthusiastic about their church and supplied a greatdeal of information about its history, people, architecture and plans for the future. These visits resulted in pen and ink sketches of all theparish churches in the villages and the main parish churches in the towns numbering 283 original drawings. Alongside each drawing is ashort description of the church outlining its history and objects of particular interest and beauty.

He was then ‘encouraged’ to have them published in a book which he has entitled

‘Landmarks—Parish Churches in Northamptonshire ’ - which retails at £15.99. (ISBN 978-0-9568576-9-9)

The Rt. Revd. Donald Allister, The Bishop of Peterborough has graciously commendedthe book

“ I am very happy to commend what is obviously a labour of love.

Your personal touches complement the historical notes to make the whole very accessible.

The line drawings are just right.

I look forward to seeing the completed book and to keeping it near my desk.”

The bishop has now received the first copy and has sent a very special letter of thanks

Among the churches featured in the book are ten which are no longer used for regularworship.

These are now being cared for and preserved by the Churches Conservation Trust.

The work undertaken by the Trust is extremely important (so much of our history hasbeen lost over the years) and has so impressed him that he will donate £2.00 for eachbook sold to the invaluable work which they undertake.

Please do contact him if you would like more information - email: [email protected] or telephone 01604 845101

The Earls Barton and District Historical Societywelcomed Mrs Susan Copperwheat for a returnvisit in October.Her talk this time was entitled Spires, Saints And Martyrs and was aboutthe churches of Northamptonshire. We were told how many of thechurches have been altered over the years, towers or spires beingremoved or replaced, naves enlarged etc. One church of note was in thevillage of Lowick, where the bell tower rises above the main tower,surrounded by four pinnacles.

Our next meeting will be on Friday 16th December when our guest will beMr Alan Palmer who will be giving a talk about Airships overNorthamptonshire. This meeting will end with seasonal refreshments.

The Historical Society is supporting the museum in its project to publisha book about the men that are named on the village war memorial. Ifanyone can help this project in anyway, with stories or memorabiliarelating to these men, or would like to be involved in the project, ourmeetings will provide an opportunity to get to know the people that arealready involved.

Our meetings are held at the St John Ambulance building on Manor Roadand start at 7:30 pm. Visitors are more than welcome at all of our meetings.

For further details of the Society or our future programme please contactFrank Batten on 01604 810618.

The Royal British LegionPoppy Appeal 2011

At the time of writing it is difficult to predict how well this year’sappeal has gone but despite all the tightening of the purse stringsin these difficult financial times people still find something to putin the collecting boxes. Everyone has been as welcoming &supportive as they have in previous years and I have yet to spotanyone crossing the road to avoid me! I am constantly amazed bythe willingness to help the appeal and this in turn increases myenthusiasm for this very worthy cause. Very many thanks toeveryone, local businesses and organisations, my colleagues in theLegion, our volunteer helpers and last, but not least, those who puttheir hands in their pockets, purses and wallets!

Thank you on behalf of those who will now benefit from yoursupport.

Mike NicholsPoppy Appeal OrganiserRoyal British LegionEarls Barton07783 516933 or 01604 [email protected]

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S-s-s-Several Sleepy Shepherds...

Sitting in sandy scrub, savouring supper and safeguardingsnoozing sheep. Suddenly, scores of superbeings shone insunless sky, singing spiritedly of sanctity and salvation. "Seek aSaviour" sang some songsters - so stunned shepherds stuttered"s.s.s-certainly", setting sights on star-lit shed. Inside, a saintlysister, sired supernaturally, settled in straw, sighed and issuedSaviour son. Spouse, shepherds, sheep and sows saw such aspecial sight, standing silently, not suspecting subsequentshame, scourging and sacrificial slaughter. Sadly, a sadisticsuspicious sovereign sent spies, saying "Seek, seize and slaysmall sons." Some seers, sent by Spirit to satisfy star signs,sidestepped sneaky sortie, supplied several significant symbolsof sanctity. So, several centuries since, souls seeking secrets ofsaintliness or solutions to sadness, suffering, social strife andsinfulness, should scour Scriptures - and seek succour in samesweet Saviour.

Churches Together in EarlsBarton & District - Advent 2011In the midst of the rush and bustle of your Christmas preparations,come and experience forty minutes of quiet space, reflection andsharing on the Wednesdays in Advent:

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Wellingborough & Rushden Branch .....Our Christmas Bazaar and Coffee Morning held at the All Saints Church Church on 5th NovemberOur annual event started great with the sun shining which makes a change for it this time of year!

The first hour was a little quiet with a few Bartoners trickling in slowly, but by the end of the morning,we had sold out of cakes and had plenty of you at each stand buying the odd bargain or two.

Like the last few years have done,our event was a great success exceeding our expectations and we made a very generous sum of £453.40along with £26.39 from our collectionbox and donations.

any thanks to you all and look forward to seeing you again next year.

Wishing you all a merry Christmasand a happy new year!

Dancer and Prancer Prepare for Christmas

For regular readers of Barton Today, you may well remember the story last

year, about Earls Barton’s very own reindeer, Dancer and Prancer,

who were purchased by Amanda Drage and James White, and

who live down at White’s Nurseries in their very own stable.

With Christmas rapidly approaching, we thought it

would be good to catch up with them and find out what

has been happening over the past twelve months and

what plans they have ahead of them.

Dancer and Prancer are two and a half years old

and are now even bigger and stronger. They will

continue to grow until they reach maturity at five

years old, expecting to have a life span of approx

twenty years. Each year, in February to March time,

they shed their antlers and grow a new pair in about

six weeks. They both eat very well and look forward

to their diet of hay, straw, carrots and apples. Because

they only have one set of the teeth, which are on the

lower jaw, they prefer to have their carrots and apples

sliced up so that they can eat them more easily. So if you

intend leaving any food out for them on Christmas Eve, just

remember to slice it up for them. Whilst Dancer and Prancer don’t

mind the milder weather here in Earls Barton, they are looking forward

to lots of snow this winter to enable them to enjoy the snowy conditions which they so

love. Dancer and Prancer were born in Scandinavia and their bodies are adapted to

enable them to cope with the harsh cold winters experienced in the Arctic Circle.

For instance, they have special toes which spread out wide to act like

snowshoes - distributing their weight so that it can “float” over snow and

soft ice without sinking in. Their sharp-edged hooves easily break and clear

the snow when they need to dig for food. Their large feet also make good

paddles which make them very strong swimmers.

When Dancer and Prancer first arrived at White’s Nurseries, they were

timid animals who were not used to people. Amanda (pictured above

holding Dancer) has successfully domesticated them and they are

looking forward to meeting lots of different people over the next few

weeks when they become the main attraction for many Christmas

activities in Northamptonshire. From November 18 to December 10 they

will be making guest appearances at places such as Brixworth Nursery,

Sharnbrook Primary School, the Red Lion at Kislingbury, The George at

Wilby and many other locations.

Amanda is also kept very busy at this time of the year. She accompanies Dancer

and Prancer to all of their different locations, making sure that they look their best

and that they behave themselves. She is also responsible for Santa’s Grotto which can

be visited seven days a week down at White’s Nurseries. Last year, Father Christmas gave

out over one thousand presents to excited children and he is hoping to see even more children

this year. All of the presents are bought by Amanda who takes great pride in ensuring that the presents are all different and that

they are suitable both for boys and girls of different ages.

So whilst you are sitting at home relaxing on Christmas Eve this year, spare a thought for Dancer and Prancer who will be busily

rushing around the world to make sure that all those good boys and girls receive their presents ready for Christmas morning.

Despite this busy schedule however, they will be joining the people of Earls Barton for the Christmas Eve carols in

the square event. Watch out for them. They would love to see you there!


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Andy Hewitt writes... Last months defibrillator (AED) updateconcentrated on a number of events, both past and present and I makeno apologies for continuing the trend. The Swishing party was a hugesuccess and we managed to raise £500, and this together with a £1000already donated on the Justgiving website means we've raised enoughmoney for our first AED. But before the swishing party we had a mostfantastic offer from Bob Thomson and his team at PolytimeInternational Ltd in Mallard Close. He had read the AED article in theSeptember edition of Barton Today and had asked us to meet him. Asa result of the meeting we were totally blown away by his generous offer

of purchasing an AED for Claremont Nursery.SADS UK now have the funds and

are processing theplacement of the AED intoClaremont. Bob wouldhope his generous supportacts as an example to otherlocal companies to getinvolved in anyway theycan for this worthwhilecause.

So the first AED is being placed and SADS UK will be able to approachEarls Barton Infant School shortly, with a view to placing the villagessecond device. Fund raising will continue for a third device which wewould hope to place elsewhere in the village. Should there be anyorganisations in the village that feel they could benefit from an AED ifthey get in touch we can add them to the list of potential beneficiaries.Forthcoming events are the Claremont Christmas Bazaar on the 26thNovember and a Race Night being hosted by Dave Brawn at the EarlsBarton Working Men's Club on the 9th December. Not forgetting theBig 3UK challenge in April next year and a rumour of further swishingparties for women and possibly children's clothes to come.

Well, short and sweet this month. Here again are all our contact detailsand website details.

www.sadsuk.org www.justgiving.com/[email protected] [email protected] & Emma: 01604 813756 Claremont Nursery: 01604 810449

Editor’s note…Isn’t it great that the Hewitt family have alreadymanaged to purchase one AED thanks to their hard work and thegenerosity and support of local people and Polytime International.

What a difference a month makes!

Keep Our Schools SafePauline Shacklady and Allyson Watkins write below about their efforts, duringWalk to School Week, to improve safety around the infant and junior schools…During October, we held Walk to School Week, which encourages families toleave their cars behind and walk to school. The benefits are numerous; healthybodies, reducing pollution and waste, opportunities to talk as a family en routeand easing congestion. We were very pleased with the number of families takingpart in both Earls Barton schools. By leaving cars at home or further away fromschool and walking the last metres into school, we have seen a small reductionin traffic and lots of smiling faces arriving at the gates. We are very aware of thehigh volume of cars in Broad Street at the start and end of the day and we wishto see this reduced for the safety of all of our children. During Walk to SchoolWeek, we were outside the school raising awareness into this problem andreminding parents of the parking restrictions in place along sections of the roadand also discouraging using the library car park as a drop off point. We do thankthose who made an effort during the week but this must become the norm and not just as a one-off. We all need to work togetherto reduce the traffic at the front of the schools and be considerate and safe drivers. If you need to bring a car, please make use ofthe various parking points around the village and walk to school from there. Together we can make a difference.

A Letter to B2Day from Sergeant Dave Convey I would like to add the following:- "As your local Safer Community Team Sergeant, my staff and I wholeheartedly support theschools in their attempt to encourage more children to walk to school. Your children's safety is NOT just the sole responsibility ofthe schools, the police or both together. It is EVERYONE'S responsibility to demonstrate and promote child safety when usingvehicles, by NOT parking on the single yellow line opposite the school entrance, by NOT parking up on pavements thereby blockingaccess across residents driveway's, forcing pedestrians with buggies or pushchairs to have to walk out into the road. I do not wantto see any parent's child be the next near miss, slight or serious injury or the worst case, a fatality. I ask all parents; only use yourvehicle if absolutely necessary, car share with other parents if possible and walk if you live near enough. All this can help reducethe possibility of any accidents and minimise the risk of injury. Please play your part in helping us to make this initiative successful.

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Great Entertainmentfor All AgesChestnuts roasting on an open fire… It’sthat time of year when we all return toour childhood, and join the youngerpeople shouting “He’s behind you!” and“Oh! No he’s not!” Christmas is a greattime to go to the theatre as a family andenjoy a production that entertainseveryone. I remember going to the CastleChristmas show every year with my Nanand Pap and loving every moment. ThenI was given the chance to be involved inA Christmas Carol (2004-5), Princessand the Pea (2005) and Beauty and the Beast (2006) it’s the best timeof year to be working in the theatre! Anyway have a very MerryChristmas and a happy new year and I’ll see you again in 2012 withsome very exciting news about a future production!

We have all the stars this month in Northamptonshire – Aladdin, Alice,Peter and Cinderella!

And believe me we do have all the stars this month! Let’s start ourChristmas tour with the Derngate and the magical tale of Aladdin.“Come and fly with us on a magic carpet ride in this fantastic familyadventure.” The Derngate has a brilliant cast for this year’s Christmasproduction from December 9th 2011 – January 8th 2012. Strictly ComeDancing star BRIAN FORTUNA stars as Aladdin. JEFFREYHOLLAND from Hi-de-hi is the brilliant dame Widow Twankey.BOBBY DAVRO plays the son of Window Twankey, Wishee Washee,and this year the Derngate welcomes a very special guest. His famestarted way back in 1963 and since then has been a star of TV andscreen for people of all ages. He love’s telling jokes and is always thestar at any party. Yes it’s the one and only BASIL BRUSH. He’s playing“chief inspector Basil” – BOOM BOOM! Aladdin is packed with all thetraditional pantomime ingredients, a flying carpet, a magic land andmuch, much more. Tickets are now on sale!

Alice is our next star and it’s time to fall down the rabbit hole again intothe Royal Theatre! “Join Alice on a fantastical adventure down therabbit hole this Christmas to a topsy-turvy world of tea parties, talkinganimals and one very bad-tempered Queen.” This production is a brandnew version of the timeless tale with live music, giggles and a real treatfor the whole family. Last year’s production of “The lion, the witch andthe wardrobe” was really enjoyed by everyone who saw it and this yearwill be no different. But remember don’t miss this very important dateat the Royal Theatre in Northampton from 30th November - 8thJanuary.

Next it’s time to return to Neverland with Peter and his lost boys foran adventure that is fit for any boy or girl. The Castle Theatre is proudto present its all signing, all dancing, all flying musical adventure thisChristmas from 5th – 26th December. Directed by the brilliant NikAshton this production stars a couple of performers who have just beenon tour with the Sound of Music. James Lacey will take on the role ofPeter Pan, and Nicholas Maude will appear as Captain Hook.

Tickets are on sale now from the Castle Box office or online.

Finally the beautiful Cinderella is moving in her magical carriage to theLighthouse Theatre in Kettering. Dancing on Ice and Coronation Streetstar DANNY YOUNG will be performing as the dashing PrinceCharming. Eurovision starlet NICKI FRENCH as Dandini, andcelebrity couple CHRISTINE HAMILTON as the Fairy GodmotherNEIL HAMILTON as Baron Hardup. Join the Lighthouse Theatre for“Kettering’s biggest ever Christmas pantomime” from 13th – 31stDecember 2011. Don’t be late for the ball – book your tickets now!

Whichever theatre you choose to visit this Christmas, I know for factthat you will be taken on a magical adventure. That will make you trulyfeel like a child again!

Merry Christmas! Gary L Johnson (Follow Gary on twitter for all thelatest news – @GaryLJ)

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The 'original Santa Claus'Although St Nicholas is usually acknowledged as the 'original Santa Claus', we actually know vanishingly little about him for certain; indeed, his very existence has sometimes been called into question, due to the lack of secure references to him in contemporary sources. All that can be said with any degree of confidence is that St Nicholas probably lived in the fourth-century in the Lycian port of Myra, in the south-westof modern Turkey, and that he was a bishop. In addition, itis likely that he died on the 6 December, which wascelebrated as his feast day in the medieval church calendar;later accounts also add that St Nicholas attended the Councilof Nicaea and was vocal in opposing the Arian heresy, whichdoes not seem implausible.

One of the earliest legends that were attached to his nametells how St Nicholas heard of a man who could not affordthe dowries for his three daughters, with the result that heintended - regretfully - to send them to the brothel to work.St Nicholas saves them from this fate by throwing three bagsof gold through their window at night: it is this tale which isoften identified as the root of St Nicholas's reputation as agift-giver. Whether or not this event, or something like it,really happened is entirely uncertain; however, it is morecredible than some of the other tales told of St Nicholas. Inthis context it ought to be noted that, in the course of thedevelopment of his legend, St Nicholas does appear to havetaken on some of the qualities/roles that originally belongedto the pagan deities Artemis and Poseidon.

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Flying Reindeer and Modern Image of Santa

Although most people see Christmas as a Christian holiday, most of the symbols

and icons we associate with Christmas celebrations are actually derived from the

shamanistic traditions of the tribal peoples of pre-Christian northern Europe.

The sacred mushroom of these people was the red and white Amanita muscaria,

also known as “fly agaric.” This mushroom commonly is seen in books of fairy tales

and usually is associated with magic and fairies. It contains potent hallucinogenic

compounds once used by ancient peoples for insight and transcendental

experiences. Most of the major elements of the modern Christmas celebration,

such as Santa Claus, Christmas trees, magical reindeer and the giving of gifts, are

originally based upon the traditions surrounding the harvest and consumption of

this most sacred mushroom.

The effects of the A. muscaria usually include sensations of size distortion and

flying. The feeling of flying could account for the legends of flying reindeer and

legends of shamanic journeys included stories of winged reindeer, transporting

their riders up to the highest branches of the World Tree.

Although the modern image of Santa Claus was created at least in part by the

advertising department of a vwery well known soft drink company, in truth his

appearance, clothing, mannerisms and companions all mark him as the

reincarnation of these ancient mushroom-gathering shamans.

One of the side effects of eating A. muscaria is that one’s skin and facial features

take on a flushed, ruddy glow. This is why Santa is always shown with glowing red

cheeks and nose. Even Santa’s jolly “Ho, ho, ho!” is the euphoric laugh of one who

has indulged in the magic fungus.

Santa also dresses like a mushroom gatherer. When it was time to go out and

harvest the magical mushroom, the ancient shamans would dress much like Santa,

wearing red and white fur-trimmed coats and long black boots. These peoples

lived in dwellings made of birch and reindeer hide, called “yurts.” Somewhat

similar to a tee-pee, the yurt’s central smoke-hole is often also used as an

entrance. After gathering the mushroom from under the sacred trees where they

appeared, the shamans would fill their sacks and return home. Climbing down the

chimney-entrances, they would share out the mushroom’s gifts with those within.

The mushroom needs to be dried before being consumed; the drying process

reduces the mushroom’s toxicity while increasing its potency. The shaman would

guide the group in stringing the mushrooms they gathered and hanging them

around the hearth-fire to dry.

The psychedelic journeys taken under the influence of the amanita were also

symbolized by a stick reaching up through the smoke-hole in the top of the yurt.

The smoke-hole was the portal where the spirit of the shaman exited the physical

plane.

Santa’s famous magical journey, where his sleigh takes him around the whole

planet in a single night, is developed from the “heavenly chariot,” used by the

gods from whom Santa and other shamanic figures are descended. The chariot of

Odin, Thor and even the Egyptian god Osiris is now known as the Big Dipper, which

circles around the North Star in a 24-hour period.

In different versions of the ancient story, the chariot was pulled by reindeer or

horses. As the animals grew exhausted, their mingled spit and blood falls to the

ground, forming the mushrooms. Well you can believe it or not, but the truth of

the matter is, I have never met any one who has seen a flying Reindeer, but as

long as the legend lives in the minds of children, let it, until the ‘magic of christmas’

is taken away by the ‘reality’ of life.


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Pictures at an ExhibitionRaises over £1400Gill Metcalfe writes about the Pictures at an Exhibition event held on 29

October…Kathy and I had a wonderful day, surrounded by friends, family

and supporters. We were most encouraged. Nearly all the pictures and

cards sold, the refreshments were delicious and the atmosphere was lovely.

A real community effort has produced real results. £1,447.60 has been

raised so far, and we are amazed and delighted with this total which will be

going towards the work of All Saints Church. Thank you to everyone who

supported our venture.

The success of this event was due to the enormous support received from

our community. Our thanks to Eryl Gaddes and all who donated and served

refreshments, To John Lewis, who donated raffle prizes and helped us set

up, to Dave Shurville, Able Labels, members of the the Social Responsibility

Group, Colin Suter and many more. Not forgetting our family and friends

who gave invaluable practical support. So what next? Other artists from

Earls Barton have come out of the woodwork, and perhaps sometime in the

future we could provide some kind of stage specifically for the hidden

artistic talent of Earls Barton. But not just yet – we are exhausted!

Gill Metcalfe and Kathy Hale

Volunteers Wanted!Are you a parent or grandparent?Are you able to commit 2-3 hours a week for at leastthe next 12 months?Home-Start Wellingborough & District needs more volunteers to visit families with young children.

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Did You Know? ... Christmas1 Robins on cards were a joke 150 years ago when postmen wore red

tunics and were named after them.2 The Christmas tree displayed in Trafalgar square in London is an

annual gift to the UK from Norway since 1947. The Norwegian sprucegiven is a token of appreciation of British friendship during World War II from the Norwegian people.

3 The definition of a white Christmas in the UK is for a single snow flake(perhaps amongst a shower of mixed rain and snow) to be observed falling in the 24 hours of December 25th.

4 The Queen's Christmas speech was first televised in 1957.5 Christmas trees become popular in the UK from 1841 when Prince

Albert erected a tree in Windsor Castle following a German tradition.Fir trees have been decorated at Christmas time in Germany since the 8th century.

6 The first postage stamp to commemorate Christmas was issued in Austria in 1937.

7 English Puritan leader Oliver Cromwell banned Christmas between 1647 and 1660 because he believed such celebrations were immoral for the holiest day of the year.

8 The 26th of December is traditionally known as St Stephen's Day, but is more commonly known as Boxing Day. The reason it was called this is the alms boxes in church were opened and the money distributed to the poor.

9 The twelve days of Christmas are the days between Christmas Day and Epiphany (6th of January) and represent the length of time it took for the wise men from the East to visit the manger of Jesus after his birth.

10 The first Christmas card was designed in 1843 by J.C. Horsley.11 The poinsettia is a traditional Christmas flower. In Mexico (its original

birthplace), the poinsettia is known as the "Flower of the Holy Night".12 Frumenty was a spiced porridge, enjoyed by both rich and poor. It was

a forerunner of modern Christmas puddings. It is linked in legend to the Celtic god Dagda, who stirred a porridge made up of all the goodthings of the earth.

13 Klaxon' is a name that does not belong to one of Santa's reindeer. A klaxon is actually a powerful electric horn. Its name comes from a German word meaning "shriek".

14 At Christmas, it is traditional to exchange kisses beneath the mistletoe tree. In ancient Scandinavia, mistletoe was associated with peace and friendship. That may account for the custom of "kissing beneath the mistletoe".

15 Dirty snow melts faster than clean.16 The winter of 1932 in the US was so cold that Niagara falls froze

completely solid!17 In ten minutes, a hurricane releases more energy than all the world's

nuclear weapons combined! 18 In the Ukraine, if you find a spider web in the house on Christmas

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20 In Greek legend, malicious creatures called Kallikantzaroi sometimes play troublesome pranks at Christmas time. In order to get rid of them, salt or an old shoe is burnt. The pungent burning stench drives off, orat least helps discourage, the Kallikantza.

21 Scientists calculated that Santa would have to visit 822 homes a second to deliver all the world's presents on Christmas Eve, travelingat 650 miles a second.

22 The abbreviation Xmas isn't irreligious. The letter X is a Greek abbreviation for Christ.

23 The world's tallest Xmas tree at 221ft high was erected in a shopping mall in 1950.

24 Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer was invented for a US firm's Christmas promotion in 1938.

Happy Christmas to one and all of you!!

Dear Eric,

We were wondering if you could help us. We have acolleague who likes to wear short dresses and skirtsand HIS hairy legs are putting us off our cakes atcoffee time. The Farmer’s Wife outfit was particularlymemorable, especially as his hairy chest wasbursting through his blouse buttons. With Christmasfast approaching we are a little concerned about theFairy outfit that has arrived from BlackaddersCostume Hire. We are not sure how to discuss thiswith him or who should tell him. What do you think?

Embarrassed Buddies at Jaguar Services

Dear Buddies,

As the saying goes ‘everyone to their own.’ It sounds asthough this man is merely enjoying the freedom thatwearing dresses brings. I can sympathise with him andhave often considered doing the same myself duringthose hot summer days. However, I think that if hewears a fairy outfit on a chilly December day, he willquickly appreciate that scantily clad outfits will adverselyaffect the south pole.

Yours,

Eric

Dear Eric.

We have been having a few problems in our houserecently over who is in charge of the remote control.This came to a head a couple of weeks ago whenStrictly clashed with the X Factor. In the end, my wifeand I had to go to our neighbours to watch Strictly,leaving Tulisa Kelly, our ten year old daughter,watching X Factor on our 32 inch television.

Yours,Bruce

Dear Bruce,

You need to assert your discipline more. You cannotallow a ten year old child to dictate matters in the home.It should be the adults who are in charge. We take themotto that children should be seen and not heard. Wehad a similar problem with our twelve year old sonMonty. We nipped it in the bud and bought him his own72 inch 3D plasma television.

Keep on Dancing,

Eric

Dear Eric,

I am stuck in a rather awkward situation, Sincemoving to Earls Barton I have become quite goodfriends with my neighbours but I have noticed thatover the last few months a few items of my washinghave been missing from the washing line in mygarden. At first I thought I was imagining this until Isaw one of my neighbour’s / friends wearing thesame missing items a few weeks later.

I am horrified to think that she is pinching my clothes(including some underwear) then wearing theminfront of me.

Do you think I should confront her or use my tumbledrier more often?

Yours

Beartrix

Dear Beatrix,

I am sorry to hear about this situation. Did you see yourneighbour’s friend wearing your underwear – if so, youmight have some explaining to do yourself. You don’tdescribe your underwear but my Hilda’s rather largebloomers have never been stolen. Perhaps changingfrom thongs to bloomers might discourage yourneighbour from any further misdemeanors.

Yours,

Eric

If you have any concerns or issues that you want answering, why not write to Barton Today’s veryown agony uncle. He works under the pseudonym Eric, to maintain his professional anonymity. Ericis steeped in wisdom and worldly knowledge and is very keen to provide advice and guidance to thepeople of Earls Barton to help them make those difficult decisions. Whatever your problem, don’tthink twice about contacting Eric on [email protected]. He looks forward to hearing from you.

Last Words on theContinuing Rhubarb Saga...

Dear Readers,

Those of you who have been reading my letters pageover the past couple of months, will rememberNigel’s plight and the problems he was having withhis rhubarb. Fortunately, he can now walk aroundwith his head held high, as his rhubarb is trulyoutstanding. For the final word on this issue, I wouldlike to thank our local Weight Watchers’ specialist,who has pointed out that since rhubarb has a zeropoints rating, we can all have as much of it as wewant. Enjoy!

Dear Eric...Dear Eric...Barton Today December 2011

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Christmas is for scientists too!

Andy Hewitt brings a science perspective to Christmas...WellDecember is now upon us and Christmas is only a few weeks awayand I got to thinking, in a typically factual and empirical way, aboutall the things that make up a scientifically perfect Yuletide holiday.So, with no further ado here are some interesting Christmas sciencefactoids.

Whenever I think of Christmas I think of food and of all the foodsthat epitomise Christmas, for me, is roast turkey. The sciencebehind roasting is a symphony of chemical reactionsworthy of Beethoven or Mozart. The firstmovement occurs when the protein inthe muscle, which forms themeat, of the bird is heated. Theprotein exists in ravelledcoil like structures,which when heatedunravel as the chemicalbonds holding ittogether break; this iscalled denaturing. It isthis process that makes themeat tender and easy to chew.Now it's tender it needs that classic roasted taste and that'sprovided by the Maillard Reaction. Named after French chemistLouis Camille Maillard who discovered the reaction in 1912 itoccurs when sugar molecules (carbohydrates) are heated withamino acids (components of proteins) to form N-glycosylamine.This is then transformed through some chemical trickery called an“Amadori rearrangement” releasing hundreds of different flavourcompounds with the most important being a group of chemicalscalled ketosamines. It is this group of chemicals that give roastmeat it's distinctive rich flavour and melanoidins (related to thatlong lost tan) that gives it it's golden brown colour.

Of course, with good food frequently goes good drink and we allhave imbibed a little too much Christmas cheer at some point,leading to a hangover, or veisalgia - from the Norwegian word for“uneasiness following debauchery” (kveis) and the Greek word for“pain” (algia). That morning after feeling is caused by alcohol inyour blood blocking the secretion of a hormone, vasopressin, fromthe pituitary gland. Without this hormone the kidneys removewater from the body via your bladder, instead of reabsorbing it intothe blood stream. This leads to dehydration, which gives you theheadache, as water is drawn out of the brain causing it to shrinkand pull away from the side of the skull.

Decorations are then high on my list of must haves and what canbe nicer than a real tree. There is something magical about a realtree, but it's the smell, that quintessential pine smell that makesthem so special. But there are far more interesting things going

on than just a pretty smell (my wife wouldn't agree, she hates thesmell). One of the commonest used Christmas trees is theScotch pine. A study in Finland, lead by Kalevi Pihlaia, hasidentified a group of anti-inflammatory

compounds extracted from the bark of thisfestive stalwart. The anti-inflammatory

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Sunday 25th Christmas Morning we join with our Methodist friends

“Autumn Colours”The First Reunion of theholiday at home schemeDo you know why the Americans call autumn “fall”?

What is the origin of the word “bonfire”?

How many kinds of tree can you name? (Hmmm, I wonder if shoe tree or family tree counts?)

These were some of the brain-teasers faced by those who came tothe first reunion of Holiday at Home, which was held in the ParishHall on 26 October. The theme for the day was “Autumn Colours”and many of the quiz questions had an autumnal feel to them. Theatmosphere was very warm, though. Those who had been to theHoliday at Home event in July were really pleased to meet up againand exchange news and views. Some of the ladies had made a realeffort to come dressed in autumnal colours – it will be interestingto see how they interpret “Paris in Spring-time”!

There was a very entertaining musical quiz to break the ice. Mary,a pianist “borrowed” from the Baptist church in Wellingborough,played the first line of a song (OK, the first few lines) for everyoneto guess. That was quite tricky at times, but trying to work out thevarious mimes put on by Colin to “help” led to some veryinteresting answers! A sing-song, a picture quiz and several othertable quizzes and a ready supply of tea and coffee (not to mentiona huge jar of chocolates which were shared out as prizes) gaveplenty of opportunities to natter and enjoy each others’ companybefore lunch. Afterwards, there was a gentle craft session (creatingan autumn wreath) to allow everyone to digest their lunch. Therewas never any need for background music; the gentle murmur ofnattering and laughter continued right through to the end ofthe day.

Afterwards, one lady wrote: ‘Just a line to say thank you so muchfor the lovely day I had with everybody on Wednesday in theChurch Hall. I thank you for all the hard work you had arrangingit all. Thank you too for the lifts there and home again. It was alovely day.’ Her words reflect what everyone else said. Even thehelpers said what a lovely day it had been. Rumour has it that theSt John’s Ambulance officers are now queuing to be on the rota forHoliday at Home events!

The steering group are now planning for the spring reunion, “Parisin Spring-time” and for next summer’s two-day Holiday at Homeevent. If you live alone and are not involved in any of the othersocial groups in the village, then you would be very welcome tocome along. It is a lovely way to meet other people and enjoy twodays of fun and friendship together. Look out for more informationin future editions of Barton Today.


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Fright Night WICKED..It’s just that night of the year. Theonly night of the year, monstroushorrors come alive in EARLS BARTON!These blood curdling attractions chilled bones right down to thecore. Sent pulses of fear and panic to both brain and heart of allthose who dared to be a victim of this year’s brilliant fright night.The dedicated actors that made fright night the terrifyingly funexperience did beyond what was previously deemed possiblescaring literally the whole village (both teenagers and adults)!

Screams, shrieks and laughter echoed out of the eerie field aspeople of all ages, came sprinting out of all attractions. Thoseterrified voices were the sound of people getting their moneysworth of scare and entertainment. The four attractions of thenight were uniquely horrifying in their own way. All with cleverstories and themes to make you feel inside the horror, darknessand dreaded tale where twisted creatures are all out to get you.Did you make it out? Or did you reach your scare limit?

‘The asylum.’ Made those hairs on the back of your neckstand stiff and your heart to thump out your chest. Manic panictook over as soon as you entered. Theendless maze, overrun with serial killersrampaging around the unguardedgrounds. Mad men hiding round everyinnocent corner. Thick smoke, ear splittingsirens and strobe lighting mess with allyour senses disorientating you completely.

‘Dr. Fright’s world famous freak show.’Roll up; roll up, for your limited space to be a privileged spectatorof some of this earth’s most disturbing creations. The angrycreatures are plotting revenge on thosewho humiliated their beaten deformed‘bodies.’ The bright lights and tightcompact rooms leave you forced to walkface to face among hideous freaks. Theirbreath and screams follow you around asyou desperately search for civilisation.

‘The SEance experience.’ This had a very unique storyof a haunted room number 337 at the Bay View Hotel. As youenter its terrifying history unravels in frontof your very eyes. Many guest of the roomhad reported waking up to see a pale greyfigure staring over them, rocking back andforth. The mental image you have beforeentering almost lives up to the chillinganswer you find when you dare to enter.

‘The Darkness2.’ Pitch black in places with just a faultytorch to light the way through. All the time someone is watchingyou. Your mind runs rampage and youfind yourself in amongst your worst fears.With no way out and no one to find you,you’re totally isolated in the blackdimension. Creeping tingles cover yourbody until you can’t feel or see any thing.

Every dark cloud has a silver lining and for those brave enoughto handle it again or missed out this year Dr. Fright’s night willreturn next year in 2012 with brand new exciting ways to test yourfears! Will you dare?

If you enjoyed it join their official facebook page and commenttelling your own experience at the event and keep up to date withwhat horrors will be scaring you next year! Thank you for thesupport.

A special thanks to the brilliant creators of this genius Joe Grayand Robert Grey. And to the many actors that scarified their timeto make this years Halloween the killer success it was.

Millie Gumdrop

The Feel Good FactoryThis month we are very pleased to welcome Susan Price who will be writingregular articles for the Feel Good Factory feature. This will focus on thethings we can do to live healthy lives…and it’s not always easy…

There is nothing I haven’t done to lose weight – you name it I have triedevery trick in the book. Finally, I turned to Weight Watchers and lost 3stone. So I would love to share with you some tricks and tips in this newcolumn, not all about food – but ways to stay healthier and still enjoy life.

Many of you will know me from the local WeightWatchers meeting on aTuesday evening, others as Tigger from the 2nd Earls Barton Brownies oryou will have seen me around the village – particularly at school.

So, we are now into December. What does that mean to those of us thatare already trying to be healthier? The excitement / worry of Christmasparties, and the Christmas break trying to sabotage our weight loss efforts?The bad weather thwarting our activity plans? Don’t worry – that doesn’thave to be the case.

A healthy, but tasty Christmas Dinner. Impossible?

Christmas Dinner simply wouldn't be the same without the trimmings andall those delicious vegetable side dishes that make the meal complete. Thewonderful fact about most of these foods is that you can make them extraspecial without adding excess fat and calories.

It goes without saying that your guests will expect traditional Christmasfare, so choose foods that everyone will enjoy, then adjust your cookingmethods or add some subtle flavourings – no-one will know you have madehealthier adjustments.

For your roast potatoes, you don’t have to use goose fat – although I knowsome traditionalists out there wouldn’t dream of doing anything else onChristmas day. Use an oil sprayer with olive oil in, you will use far less oilto coat the potatoes. For an even more delicious flavour, sprinkle them with2 tbsp roughly chopped fresh rosemary or thyme 10-15 minutes before theend of cooking time. Adding a couple of cloves of garlic to the roasting tinwith the potatoes is also a winner.

Make delicious vegetable mash with carrots, butternut squash and swedeor turnip. Mash well, then season with black pepper and a little freshlygrated nutmeg. If you like, stir through 2 tbsp low fat soft cheese to make itextra creamy.

Christmas lunch wouldn't be the same without Brussels sprouts, but don'tmake the mistake of overcooking them! Cut a cross in the root end beforecooking, if the sprouts are large, then simmer in boiling water for 6-8minutes max, to avoid that dull green, soggy effect! For added crunch,sprinkle them with 1 tsp of toasted sesame seeds just before serving.

Avoid the Butter Pat: Just because it's Christmas, don't fall into the trap ofadding generous knobs of butter to your vegetables just before you servethem. You would be adding oodles of unnecessary fat and calories that yousimply don't need.

If you are going out for Christmas dinner, think carefully about what youactually buy when you do your Christmas food shop. We always buy toomuch food, as a nation we waste huge amounts. Over the past few yearswe have been going for quantity over quality. Rather than buying the verylarge tins of chocolates when they are on the ‘unmissable’ offers in thesupermarkets, go and hunt out some home made chocolates or fudge.There are many Christmas Fayres in Earls Barton and the surrounding areawhere you can find some truly wonderful items. Just don’t eat them allbefore Christmas!

So now I turn to Winter Activities. In the warmer weather many of us arefairly active, in the park with children, on the allotments etc. As the nightsdraw in and the weather gets colder and wetter and the ground to hard todig we tend to become less active. Getting active by having fun with familyor friends during the colder weather is a great way to get your bloodcirculating warmth through your body. Let’s have a look at the activitieswe could get up to this winter.

Bowled overIndoor bowling is a great day out for everyone. There are no excuses to stayaway, as many bowling lanes can be made youngster/novice friendly withspecial side contraptions to keep the ball on course.

Game onExciting developments in modern technology help us to stay healthy fromour warm, cosy living rooms. The Nintendo Wii Fit is an indoor computergame application and has a special balance board which guides you throughyoga, strength exercises and work outs. It has fun and active games whichthe whole family can join in with. This can be great fun after ChristmasDinner – or even New Years Eve. There are also Dance games where youhave to follow the on screen dancers, play this with people who have nocoordination and you will be aching with laughter.

Ski lessonsA fun and cheaper alternative to the real mountains are indoor ski slopes.Most are suitable for youngsters. You don’t have to be a ski expert to go asmany venues provide lessons. For slopes in England and links to other UKsites, see snowsportengland.org.uk.

Skating on thick iceIce skating rinks pop up all over the country as we approach winter, andthere are plenty of indoor rinks too. Most of you will know that BeckworthEmporium have a real ice rink at this time of year. It is great fun foreveryone. I personally cannot skate but that doesn’t stop me trying everyyear, much to theamusement of myfamily. Go on - getyour skates on!

Step back in TimeIf you like history,there are lots ofancient UK siteswhich bring the pastto life and can meana walk with adifference. TheNational Trust holdsa host of winteractivities at some ofits historic buildings and grounds. Visit nationaltrust.org.uk for details.

Group gardeningGet the kids involved in getting the garden into shape for winter. Rakingthe autumn leaves and shovelling the piles into a wheel barrow is great foryour arms and the fresh air is sure to be good for your mind.

Community SpiritRemember that there are many local activities that are fun and cheap to try.There are Line Dancing and Salsa classes available in Earls Barton. Thereis a local rambling group too. A great way to keep active and meet newpeople. Give it a go – you never know you might like it!

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Dogs Really Can Walk In The Dark & Cold!

(Although some of us would rather not)

Expert Dog Advice from Graeme Hall, “The Dogfather”

The dark nights of winter are with us and the worst of the short days is still to come. Although I’m no fan of the depressing darkness that envelops us, I do quite like the cold weather.

I’m quite happy wrapped up warm and eating soup and stews. Maybe I’m a bit funny or maybe its my Northern roots (In Yorkshire they have a word for the weather we’ve been having recently. They call it “Summer”). Either way, I don't mind getting out and about in the cold.

Even I have my limits and rather than brave the dark and the cold, there is always a temptation to stay tucked up by the fire with a glass of mulled wine and walk the dog tomorrow. Or worse, at the weekend. Trouble is, as depressing at the winter can be for us, without a regular walk, it’s worse for your dog.

The fact is that dogs need to walk. The benefits of walking dogs and socialising them with other well-behaved dogs is well documented. How long and how far you need to walk will depend on your dog’s breed, age, also his fitness level and well as other factors such as medical conditions.

Incidentally, it’s so not well known that you can walk a puppy too far for his own good. The long bones and joints take time to develop and excessive exercise should be avoided in the first few months of life. For the larger and heavier breeds it’s particularly important and you should start by walking them for no longer than a total of 15 mins a day on lead as a guide from 3 months of age, gradually increasing until they reach skeletal maturity at 12-18 months. If in doubt, it’s best to ask your vet’s advice.

The problem, as all puppy owners will know, is that if you don't stimulate them at all, they have a knack of stimulating themselves in new and exciting ways indoors - Most of which you’ll be wishing they hadn’t. Of course it’s not restricted to puppies: Adult dogs get bored too. Whichever way you cut it, the inescapable fact is dogs need walking - some more than others - regardless of the weather. It’s part of the responsibility you take on when you get your dog.

The problem, of course, is that we’re not always able to walk them as much as we’d like due to the pressure of work, or illness, infirmity etc. It may be that you feel unsafe walking at night. That’s understandable.

The answer may well be to enlist the services of a professional dog walking company for when you need it. The good ones tick all of the boxes - Reliable, trustworthy, knowledgeable about dogs and how to walk them, with an added bonus - Your dogs will be socialising with other well behaved dogs under good control (Because the good companies vet the dogs they take on). They’re not expensive either (And I’m a Yorkshireman, remember). If you’re looking for a recommendation, check out the links page on the Dogfather Training website.

That’s it for this month, friends. I’m indebted to the lovely folks at Johnston’s Veterinary Clinic in Wellingborough (01933 442188) for their expertise in preparing this article.

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Dogs Really Can Walk In The Dark& Cold! (Although some of us would rather not)Expert Dog Advice from Graeme Hall, “The Dogfather”

The dark nights of winter are with us and the worst of theshort days is still to come. Although I’m no fan of thedepressing darkness that envelops us, I do quite like thecold weather.

I’m quite happy wrapped up warm and eating soup and stews.Maybe I’m a bit funny or maybe its my Northern roots (InYorkshire they have a word for the weather we’ve been havingrecently. They call it “Summer”). Either way, I don't mind gettingout and about in the cold.

Even I have my limits and rather than brave the dark and the cold,there is always a temptation to staytucked up by the fire with a glass ofmulled wine and walk the dog tomorrow.Or worse, at the weekend. Trouble is, asdepressing at the winter can be for us,without a regular walk, it’s worse foryour dog.

The fact is that dogs need to walk. Thebenefits of walking dogs and socialisingthem with other well-behaved dogs iswell documented. How long and how far you need to walk willdepend on your dog’s breed, age, also his fitness level and well asother factors such as medical conditions.

Incidentally, it’s so not well known that you can walk a puppy toofar for his own good. The long bones and joints take time to developand excessive exercise should be avoided in the first few months oflife. For the larger and heavier breeds it’s particularly importantand you should start by walking them for no longer than a total of15 mins a day on lead as a guide from 3 months of age, graduallyincreasing until they reach skeletal maturity at 12-18 months. If indoubt, it’s best to ask your vet’s advice.

The problem, as all puppy owners will know, is that if you don'tstimulate them at all, they have a knack of stimulating themselvesin new and exciting ways indoors - Most of which you’ll be wishingthey hadn’t. Of course it’s not restricted to puppies: Adult dogs getbored too. Whichever way you cut it, the inescapable fact is dogsneed walking - some more than others - regardless of the weather.It’s part of the responsibility you take on when you get your dog.The problem, of course, is that we’re not always able to walk themas much as we’d like due to the pressure of work, or illness,infirmity etc. It may be that you feel unsafe walking at night. That’sunderstandable.

The answer may well be to enlist the services of a professional dogwalking company for when you need it. The good ones tickall of theboxes - Reliable, trustworthy, knowledgeable about dogs and howto walk them, with an added bonus - Your dogs will be socialisingwith other well behaved dogs under good control (Because the goodcompanies vet the dogs they take on).

They’re not expensive either (And I’m a Yorkshireman, remember).If you’re looking for a recommendation, check out the links pageon the Dogfather Training website.

That’s it for this month, friends. I’m indebted to the lovely folks atJohnston’s Veterinary Clinic in Wellingborough (01933 442188)for their expertise in preparing this article.

For more free dog articles, tips and help with dog training &behaviour, check out my website. Graeme Hall MGoDT, “TheDogfather” www.DogfatherTraining.co.uk

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Your Parish Councilearlsbarton.gov.uk

The council meets at the St John’s Ambulance HQ on the secondMonday of the month at 7.15 pm, except in August. Meetings arelisted, three days before they take place, on the notice board in theSquare, outside Jeyes the Chemists. You are welcome to attend andwill be given an opportunity to address the Council.

Minutes of the Meeting held at EB Youth Club, Harrowick Lane onMonday 14 November 2011

Present: Cllrs M Cahill (Chair), I Abbott, K Abbott, J Bond, TBrassington, R Gough, M Higham, R Page, R Paintin. Cllrs GBlackwell and P Wright arrived at 7.45pm.

Public Time No members of the public addressed the Parish Council

190/11 Ray Waite Cllr Cahill presented a certificate to Ray Waite tocommemorate his call up to the England over 60’s Cricket Squad andto celebrate his 49 seasons playing for Earls Barton Cricket Club.

191/11 Apologies for Absence It was resolved to accept apologiesfrom Cllr M Perkins (holiday) and Cllr P Morrall on Borough Councilbusiness. Apologies for late arrival were also received from Cllrs GBlackwell and P Wright who were on Borough Council business

192/11 Declarations of Interest Cllrs I Abbott and K Abbott declaredan interest in agenda item 213/11 and Cllr Blackwell declared aninterest in planning applications WP/11/0410/F and WP/11/0452/F.

193/11 Minutes of the Meeting of 10 October 2011 It was resolvedto adopt the minutes as a correct record.

194/11 Accounts Carolyn Howe advised the Parish Council how togo about starting a Neighbourhood Plan. The Clerk advised that arequest has been made to the Borough Council of Wellingborough toput EBPC forward for the Neighbourhood Plan Front Runner Scheme,and a meeting will be set up with Sue Bateman of BCW for furtheradvise.

174/11 Minutes of the Meeting of 12 September It was resolvedto adopt the minutes as a correct record.

175/11 Accounts The following accounts were approved forpayment:3236 E-on - Pioneer Electricity £118.673237 E-on - Chapel Electricity £10.403238 M&K Gardening - Cemetery Grounds Maintenance £658.333239 Salcey Group - Treeworks £1869.003240 BCW - Grounds Maintenance £10996.803241 Richard Phelan Contracting - Hedgecutting £84.003242 SLCC - MiLCM Membership £27.003243 Brown & Co - Pioneer Annual Licence Renewal £1000.003244 Keith Barrow - Repairs Cemetery Lodge Boiler £223.143245 Viking Direct - Stationery £54.963246 T A Greenham - VAS Maintenance £65.003247 Park Landscapes - Grounds Maintenance £705.603248 Royal British Legion - Remembrance Sunday Wreath £30.00*3249 Clerk - Salary/Expenses £1003.043250 Youth Club Leader - Salary £76.833251 Youth Club Assistant Leader - Salary £57.063252 Inland Revenue - Tax/NI £305.87

Receipt - ½ Year Precept payment from Borough Council of Wellingborough £39832.80

Receipt - Funds Raised at Annual Firework Display £1700.00

*Where payment is made under Section 137 of the Local GovernmentAct 1972 the Council is satisfied that the benefit is commensuratewith the amount.

195/11 Finance & Projects(a) Grounds Maintenance Committee Meeting – Minutes of Meetingof 31 October 2011 – it was resolved to adopt the minutes as a correctrecord.

(b) Urban Highway Grass Mowing 2012 – 136 Agreement – it wasresolved to sign the agreement

(c) E-on – Electricity Plan Review – it was resolved to continue on theflexible Electricity Plan for Cemetery Chapel and Pioneer Sports Field

196/11 Police/Community Safety (a) Crime figures and report – 19crimes were reported in October. Updates were received on drugscases with one person found guilty and sentences to 15 months andone being found guilty and sentences to 2 ½ years. It was resolvedto send letters to NCC to express our deep concerns over theproposed cut in funding for PCSO’s and to the Safer Community Teamasking for more senior officers to be available at the Community PanelMeetings.

197/11 Brown Bin Collections It was resolved to send a letter toBCW expressing concern over the stopping of brown bin collectionsfor the period of end October 2011 to mid March 2012, and to askwhy so little notice was given regarding the changes.

198/11 Pollution Monitoring Deferred to Decembers meeting.

199/11 Skate Ramp – Repairs As the ramps are getting old, ongoingmaintenance is becoming an issue. The ramps are safe but the Clerkhas requested a quote for re-surfacing the ramps to be considered fornext financial year.

200/11 Christmas Tree Festival The festival will be held theweekend of 10 & 11 December at All Saints Church

201/11 Local Government Boundary Commission – ElectoralReview of Northamptonshire It was resolved to send a lettersupporting the proposal to reduce the number of County Councillorsto 57.

202/11 Neighbourhood Plans The Parish Council unanimouslyresolved to produce a Neighbourhood Plan, resolved to investigatePrecepting £10,000 next financial year towards costs involved inproducing the Neighbourhood Plan, resolved involve the communityby advertising for members to join a Steering Group and resolved toapproach James Wilson for professional advice.

203/11 Firework Display It was agreed to ask the Football Club ifthey would consider opening up and monitoring the toilets for nextyears event. Issues relating to parking will also be considered.

204/11 NBC – Publication of Schedule of Focused Changes to thePre-Submission Draft Northampton Central Area Action PlanDevelopment Plan Document Details of the consultation werenoted.

205/11 Youth Club It was noted that the Leader and Assistant Leaderhave both resigned. Volunteers have come forward to open the clubon a Thursday evening until a new Leader is appointed. The Clerk willwrite to the Treasurer for the latest accounts for the club and will sendletters of thanks to the volunteers. The Clerk will also write to BCWto ask whether any funds are still held in the John Lee fund to helptowards updating the toilets and flooring at the Youth Club. Detailsof Sport England funding will be forwarded to Amanda Taylor

206/11 Updated Strategy to help counter Fraud & CorruptionThe Clerk will ask for a summary of the strategy from BCW.

207/11 Highways and Maintenance(a) Street Lighting – Mears Ashby Road – the Clerk will investigatewho is responsible for the lighting and, if still the Parish Council, whythe lighting was never adopted by NCC.

(b) Gulley Cleansing – carried out 14 November 2011. Clerk to requestBCW deploy Road Sweeper.

(c) Update on Parking Agreement with Barkers & Parking Restrictionsin Village Centre – the agreement with Barkers has now been finalisedand will be monitored. Parking Restrictions in the village centrecannot be reviewed until the next NCC Review of Regulations in theBorough of Wellingborough

(d) Off Road Parking in Earls Barton – Clerk will write to Jim Whitingat NCC to ask for a site meeting to discuss off road parking on StationRoad, Broad Street and Doddington Road.

(e) Update request for bin – Earls Barton Co-op – no response fromCo-op

(f) Highways newsletter – held by Clerk. Noted that Aggate Way laybyworks will be carried out in December.

(g) Litter around Pocket Park/Recycling Centre – The Clerk willcontinue to report fly tipping to BCW

208/11 NCALC/SLCC/ACRE Correspondence(a) Consultation on Neighbourhood Planning Regulations – Cllr Wrightand the Clerk to look into and report back in Decembers meeting

(b) Northants ACRE – Forum News – held by Clerk


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209/11 BCW Correspondence(a) Parish Forum – update – information relating to BCW budget for2012/13 and response to the Parliamentary Boundary Review are heldby the Clerk.

(b) Earls Barton Community Project List – updated by the members

210/11 NCC Correspondence(a) NCC Community Action Grants – details noted.

211/11 Other Correspondence(a) Letter of thanks from Earls Barton Rally & Country Fayre Committee- noted

(b) NHS Winter Well Guide - noted

212/11 Planning(a) Social/Housing/Planning Committee – Minutes of the Meeting 31October 2011 – it was resolved to adopt the minutes as a correct record.

(b) Update on BCW Planning Consultation Process – BCW have agreedto continue forwarding full plans to the Parish Council for all applicationsrelating to Earls Barton

(c) WP/2011/0388/OM – BCW Planning Committee – Representationfrom EBPC – The Clerk will attend the Planning Committee meeting atBCW and speak on behalf of EBPC

(d) Applications and Decisions Received

Applications ReceivedWP/11/0410/F – erection of 2 no new dwellings with access fromHarrowick Ln – amended plans & additional information – 1 HarrowickLn – Mr S Watkins

WP/11/0443/F – erection of 2 no 250kw vergnet wind turbinesmeasuring 55m to hub & 71m to blade at maximum extent (each), beingtwo-blade horizontal axis turbines on guyed monopoles, plus ancillarycontrol houses & transformer compounds (access from Hinwick Rd) –land at 144 Tower Farm, Irchester Rd, Wollaston – P G Sumner

WP/11/0450/F – single storey conservatory to rear of property – 7Compton Way – Mr M & Mrs K Davis

WP/11/0451/F – replacement entrance gates to include repositioning ofexisting gated entrance within the site & construction of new brickpiered entrance gateway with metal vehicular gates, pedestrian gate &fixed side panels, together with associated landscaping – The Grange,108 Northampton Rd - Community

WP/2011/0452/F – extension & alterations – 1 Harrowick Ln – Mr DMallard

WP/2011/0453/F – development of 6 residential units with associatedroads & landscaping – access from Blackwell Cl – Blitz Factory, 36 BroadSt – Mr Duncan Brebner, Life Space Developments Ltd

WP/2011/0459/F – erection of 3 bed detached dwelling – land rear of113 Doddington Rd – Mr & Mrs T Fletcher

WP/2011/0471/F – single storey extension to rear of property &formation of a roof terrace over the proposed extension – 45 Sunnyside– Mr A Kirk

WP/2011/0474/AV – display of 1 x non-illuminated fascia sign & 1 x non-illuminated sign the the side door entrance – 4b (1st floor only) TheSquare – Mrs C Palot-Watts, Carolyn’s Collection

It was agreed to request site viewing meetings for WP/11/0410/F andWP/11/0452/F (Cllr Blackwell declared an interest and left to roomduring discussions relating to these applications). It was agreed toobject to WP/11/0453/F for consideration to be given to providing apublic footpath to Blackwell Close. It was agreed to object toWP/11/0459/F due to overdevelopment and the proposal being contraryto North Northamptonshire Core Spatial Strategy Policy 13. No othercomments were required on the applications received, although a letterrelating to WP/11/0443/F was noted.

213/11 Sports & Leisure Development Deferred to December’s meeting.

Councillor Robert GoughIt was noted that Cllr Gough is to be deployed to Afghanistan and willnot be attending meetings until his return following his tour of duty. Hisseat on the Parish Council will be held for him under Local GovernmentAct 1972, s 85 (3)..

Date of Next Meeting Monday 12 December 2011 – 7.15pmIt should be noted that these minutes are subject to the approval ofEarls Barton Parish Council Rosemary Smart – Clerk to the Council 01604 812850 – [email protected]

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To the people of Earls BartonPlanning application WP/2011/0388 for 65 houses downCompton Way

Both I and Peter Wright have written to Wellingborough BoroughCouncil adding our voices to the many objecting to this large scaledevelopment of up to 65 more houses off Compton Way, EarlsBarton.

Our main objections are that this planning application is outsidethe Earls Barton Development Area, which we have alwaysdefended. Any breach of this policy would have seriousconsequences on restricting any future building proposals.Secondly we have serious Health, Safety, Congestion and Parkingproblems in Station Road and in the central part of Earls Bartonwhich would be made worse and unacceptable by this proposal.

We urge the Borough Council to listen to the people of EarlsBarton and unanimously reject this planning application.

George Blackwell - Member of Earls Barton Parish Council,Borough Council of Wellingborough and the County Council

Peter Wright - Member of Earls Barton Parish Council andBorough Council of Wellingborough

Your Borough and CountyCouncillors Contact Information

Borough and County Councillor George Blackwell 16 White Way,Earls Barton, NN6 0HT Tel: 01604 813485E: [email protected]

Borough CouncillorPeter Morrall79 Dowthorpe Hill,Earls Barton, NN6 0PY Tel: 01604 810824E mail [email protected]

Borough CouncillorPeter Wright2 Dowthorpe End,Earls Barton, NN6 0NH Tel: 07843 062197E mail [email protected]

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Thoughts from Brian Emerson

The birth of the seven billionth baby made people – for a few days at least – ask themselves all sorts of questions. The main one in themedia seemed to be about how could the earth sustain so many people in terms of the food, shelter, education, heat, light, health-carethey would need.

Each child however has potential. All the inventors, explorers, scientists, businessmen and businesswomen were children once. Some,like Einstein, become famous. Others, as adults, work away in teams finding, for example, cures for cancer or producing crops which can“survive” drought. A baby can grow into someone who can change the world.

The Bible has many such people. Here are just a few:-

Moses was born into a situation where his life was in danger because the Pharaoh had decreed that all male Jewish boys should be killed.He was saved from that fate by being put into a basket in the river Nile where he was found by Pharaoh’s daughter. He grew up in theEgyptian royal court and eventually led the Jewish people out of Egypt, through the desert, and into the land that God had promised tothem.

Hannah was seemingly unable to have children but after a visit to the temple at Jerusalem she was promised that her wish to have a babywould come true. It did and she gave birth to a son who she called Samuel and dedicated him to God, to serve him in the temple atJerusalem. It was Samuel who became the major prophet of the time, who anointed David as King of Israel and which led to a time ofprosperity for Israel and her people.

My previous two examples were babies born at a time of great uncertainty and oppression. Another born in a similar situation was Johnthe Baptist, Jesus’ cousin, whose mother, Elizabeth, had also waited a long time to have a baby (Luke chapter 1 verse 7). So too was Jesus.Born in a time of Roman occupation, born to a young mother in supernatural circumstances whose husband-to-be thought of quietlydivorcing her before he too had a special visit (Matthew 1 verses 20 and 21).

The baby whose birth we celebrate on the 25th of this month was the one who was destined to be the Saviour of all who believe in him.“The holy one to be born to you will be called the Son of God.” (Luke chapter 1 verse 35). While the seven billionth baby may be special innumber the most special baby of all was born over two thousand years ago.

And the words of a well known carol remind us:-O holy child of Bethlehem, descend to us we pray;Cast out our sin, and enter in; be born in us today.

As Lesley and I wish you all a very Happy Christmas, I hope that you will consider what the birth of the special baby born in Bethlehemmight really mean for you.

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I have always had a great love for the season of Advent, and forcountless people, both those who regularly worship in church, orthose who visit infrequently, this is a very special time of the year.

No doubt we will all have treasured memories of past Christmascelebrations with family and friends and though these maysometimes be tinged with a few tears, nonetheless I’m sure we haveall shared much happiness with those who have meant so much tous. Amongst all the preparation and festivities this Christmas, maywe all learn to value those things that cannot be bought-enteringthe magical world of a child, sharing not so much the gift of money,but the far greater gifts of love, and being prepared to walk in theshoes of the lonely, the homeless and the vulnerable in society.

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He comes in humility, with no Royal palace but a stable for hisbirth. He lays his glory by for all kinds and conditions of humanity,and his light goes on shining today, and that light will never beextinguished. As we gather together in the village square onChristmas Eve, and as our church open their doors to all who willcome enduring this advent season, may we understand a little morewhy Christmas Eve is different from all other nights and that isbecause Christ is born in Bethlehem, and he invites us all to loveand follow him. On behalf of everyone at the Methodist church,may you bless and be with you all at this Christmas tide andthroughout the New Year,

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Gardening With Grandad... Welcome to the second column in which I am trying to live up to my gardening hero. This is of course my self-sufficient Grandfather, who used totend his patch in Norfolk. Now I can only visit his life through his diaries. I will again be gardening with Granddad.

This time of year everything is about preparation for the New Year. I don’t do a lot of winter vegetables and this year I only have parsnips waiting inthe ground for the first frosts to make them tasty. In 1979, unsurprisingly Granddad was ahead of me and had already dug most of his garden beforethe end of October. This is the time to clear those weeds you’ve let grow and dig the ground, incorporating manure if you can get hold of it. Makesure it is nice and black with little or no odour before putting it into your patch. Why dig now? I’ll let Granddad tell you .

March 1979 “The early digging has paid off. The soil is well broken up by the frost. So easy to dig’

I will be digging over my large bed today. I’ve pulled out the last of the courgette plants that have now died back. I also like to get out most of theweeds before I dig. You can do one of two things. Either just turn the soil with the spade, or do a trench dig. To do this dig a spade deep trench andset aside the soil. Now cut a new trench next to the old one turning the soil into the original trench. Keep going until you are left with a trench at theother end of your bed and fill that with the set aside soil. Go slow and steady and be methodical. If you have it, add manure or compost as you digto get it throughout your soil. Any remaining weeds should be buried and the soil will have air incorporated into it.

I don’t dig my beds over every year. The soil has its own ecosystem which if looked after properly will feed your plants, allow drainage and magicallyhold onto moisture at the same time. Lots of organic matter and a structure that is not compacted is a very good start. After you give the soil thisyou must be careful not to over dig and disturb the ecosystem. This is exemplified our favourite earth worm ‘Lumbricus terrestris’. It is one of 26earth worm varieties in the UK. It makes its home by creating a tunnel which it uses to come to the surface, grab an old leaf and then goes undergroundto eat. This whole process aerates and feeds the soil. Digging destroys these tunnels and interrupts this good work. I like the advice given on BBCRadio 4 Gardeners Question time this week. Only dig each vegetable bed every third year.

There isn’t much in Granddad’s diary about his garden this month. He was unfortunately in hospital. There’s a touching entry about how pleased hewas to see his family when we visited him. This just shows that people are very much like gardens. They both thrive on our care and attention.

Next month I’ll be thinking about next year’s apples. Some pruning and thoughts about planting new trees.

News from Carol at the LibraryJust like to say a big ‘Welcome Back’ to Barton Today..we’ve missed you!! Sinceyou’ve been away we have had some changes at your library. We have a few moregroups meeting and a few dates for your diaries.

Dear Holly who worked alongside me for four years has recently left to become ateaching assistant at a primary school and I know you’ll all join me in wishing herwell. We are entering a Christmas tree atAll Saints Church at the beginning ofDecember so I would like to invitechildren to a Christmas workshop onSaturday the 3rd of December to helpmake some decorations for our tree. Thetree will (hopefully) depict what we doat the library! The event will run for anhour between 11.00-12.00 in themorning and will be a drop in session,so no need to book. We are going to havea calendar making event on Thursday22nd December, details to follow. Just agentle reminder: opening hours are Mon-Fri 1.00-6.00pm, and Saturday 10.00-2.00pm, Tuesday afternoons are ‘Scrabble’ afternoons, Wednesday pm’s are Knitand Knatter and Homework Club, and for the little ones under 5 years old there isRhymetime on Wednesday and Friday afternoons.

Please contact me on 01604 810726 for further details. All that remains is to wishBarton Today lots of success in the future and I look forward to hearing from youall very soon...Best wishes, Carol

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Dear B2Day

I am sure you have heard people complaining about how dark thestreets are with every second light out in the village. Well, I havesomething new to complain about in relation to this campaign.Burglary, the environment and dog poop.

Firstly, my dear neighbour and two other residents on DowthorpeHill were burgled on the same night this month. I am aware thistime of year when the evenings are drawing in, it is a popular timefor thieves. However, it would be interesting if we could get thecrime figures for the same period last year and compare them withthis year. Frequent burglaries not only increases the individuals'insurance premium (which is unfair) but also the neighbourhoods.Therefore we need to take every step possible to prevent burglary(which causes not only loss but distress) and be good neighboursand watch over our neighbours’ properties.

Secondly, as our neighbourhood is so dark, residents are beingforced to light up their driveways for safety and burglaryprevention. This is an enormous increase in electricity anddetrimental to the environment. What I would like to know is; Whydo we have to pay twice, once for the street lights and again forlighting up the outside of our homes? When this half baked ideawas put in to force did Wellingborough BC negotiate the bestelectricity price possible? Also, why have the council not installedsolar panels to their offices and solar street lighting during Labours'boom' years as Labour appeared to be so concerned with theenvironment? But this is not about the environment but money.Had the local council had the slightest bit of foresight, then wewould have solar street lights and the public and environmentwould not be suffering now.

Thirdly, there has been a huge increase in amount of dog poop lefton the pavements and verges. Some dog owners think they can getaway with not picking up their dog's poop due to the darkness asno one can see them. Or perhaps they can't see the poop to pick itup. Either way this is a health hazard and dog owners should takea torch with them. I recommend everyone do this to avoid steppinginto the dog poop when dark.

RegardsS. Johnston

PS: It's great to have BT back.

Thank you to Suzanne for pointing out the consequences of the lossof street lighting. - Ed

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Dear B2Day

I live across from the junction of Dowthorpe Hill on Station Road,Earls Barton. If you want to witness a road used to travel out of thebottom end of Earls Barton at over capacity, look no closer thanStation Road. The road surface is past it’s sell by date and underconstant repair patching it up the good old council way. It’s nevercleaned, the gulley drains are constantly blocked from years ofautumn fall causing flooding at times of heavy rain. The area at thetop near the Barker shoe factory is a blind bottle neck car jammingarea. So the proposal of 65 new homes with the average of two carsper household is ludicrous without proper thought about theenvironmental impact of the surrounding village area. To say therewill be no impact goes to show they don’t know the road or areavery well.

Kind regardsKelvin Brown

I’m sure you will welcome the stance from local parish councillorsGeorge Blackwell and Peter Wright on this issue. Their article inthis magazine outlines their opposition to the development.

Compton Way

Dear B2Day

This is a picture of Molly &Susie our Bernese MountainDogs, doing their bit for thePoppy Appeal Collection onSaturday morning on the 5thNovember on The Square.They had pulled their cart,which was decorated withpoppies, all the way fromDowthorpe Hill. We wouldlike to thank everyone whobought a poppy and made adonation. The dogsthoroughly enjoyed all the fuss and attention!

John & Hilary Flippance

Well done to Molly and Susie (and John and Hilary) for theirfundraising efforts. - Ed

St.Bernard

Dear B2Day

I am hoping one of your readers may be able to help me. Over thepast few months I have foolishly lost a pair of walking sticks (onseparate occasions). I am lucky enough not to need them all thetime but this means that I forgot that I had taken them with me,'just in case' and it was weeks before I missed them. By the time Irealised they had both gone I couldn't remember where I had been!Most likely a dog walking area or the shops.

The sticks are 'Leki', fully adjustable and have a cork design handle.This, I know, is a long shot but I am hoping that someone may beable to help.

My phone is 01604 810697 .

Barbara Frencham

Can anybody help return these walking sticks to Barbara?

Lost Sticks!!

Dear B2Day

Glad to see the Mag back and with plenty of interesting articles, onebeing the toad in the hole recipe back in October. One evening lastweek I bought some nice tasty sausages from the village butcher andgot started! It came out looking like the photo and didn’t taste toobad, but I must say it was a little too salty! Anyone reading this andfancy giving it a go, put half the amount of salt in!

Kind regardsRebecca

(Glad you liked it. Try those fantastic “Sin Free” sausages thatthey do at the butchers on the Square and the whole meal will befree on the Slimmer’s World diet…-Ed (PS. We’ll let you off thisonce, but full name and address next time, please Rebecca. - Ed)

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THE SILVER BAND CLUB: The committeehave put together a fantastic programme ofevents with something for everyone:

Wednesday 7 DecemberChristmas Shopping evening 6 pm - 9 pmwhich will include, cakes, cards, sweets,trinkets, flowers, handmade soaps, jewellery,Ann Summers and much more. This event isopen for anyone to visit so why not comealong to find some locally produced uniqueChristmas gifts and stocking fillers.

Thursday 15 DecemberOur Annual Christmas raffle will be held.Buy a square for 50p for a chance to win.Prizes include cash, beers, wines, spirits,chocolates and much more.

Sunday 18th DecemberChildren’s Christmas Party 3 pm - 5 pmwhich includes music, games and a magicshow. Places can be booked on our noticeboard. Members Children = Free, Nonmembers only £1 per child

Saturday 24 DecemberChristmas Eve Disco

Monday 26 DecemberBoxing Day Family Disco 12 – 5 pm

Saturday 31 DecemberDisco - welcome in 2012, with friends andfamily.

THE WORKING MENS CLUB: Lots of fun foreveryone has been planned:

Friday 9 December Race Nite. This event is to raise money for Andyand Emma Hewitt as they aim to buydefibulator units for the local schools. All arewelcome to come along to this event and havea wager and help to raise as much money forthis as we can. Any businesses are mostwelcome to sponsor a race i.e have the racenamed after their company (The Earls BartonW.M.C. selling stakes). They can contact us atthe club. Or even if anyone would like to own ahorse for a race @£2.50, The winning owner ofeach race wins £10. These are on sale behindthe bar. We hope to see you on the night.

Saturday 24 DecemberChristmas Eve Family Disco presented byBLACK BOX from 7.30 – 11.30

Sunday 25 DecemberChristmas Day bar open at lunch time from11.00 – 1.00

Monday 26 DecemberBoxing Day Disco from 12.30 – 4.30presented by BLACK BOX

Tuesday 27 DecemberBig Money BINGO and Horse Racing atlunchtime from 12.30 – 3.30 … this featuresFREE BEER on horse racing, plus free kids’sweets, crisps and pop.

Saturday 31 DecemberNew Years Eve Disco with Quest D.J. from7.30 – 1.00

THE STAG: more fun can be had at the Stag:

Saturday 3 December“Sing your Heart Out” – Karaoke with Bob

Saturday 31 DecemberNew Years Eve Golden Oldies Disco, Scottishtheme Aud Lang Syne, buffet, raffle – 8 tilllate.

Bob, Chel and all staff wish the readers ofBarton Today a Merry Christmas and aHappy New Year

THE OLD SWAN: This year why not go outfor your Christmas Lunch at the Old Swan.At a cost of just £30 for adults and £15 forchildren (under 12) you can sit down andenjoy a delicious festive lunch. Forreservations please phone 810468. Otherdates for your diary are:

Friday 2 DecemberLive Music with Toadi – starts at 9pm

Monday 5 DecemberCircle of Fifths

Every ThursdayPoker Nights

Sunday 25 DecemberChristmas Day - Open all day

EARLS BARTON BOWLS & TENNIS CLUB:

Tuesday 13 DecemberChristmas Draw

A ROUND UP OF ALL YOUR CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINMENT IN EARLS BARTONDavid Rust has been busy visiting local hostelries to find out what events are taking place this Christmas…


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May we take this opportunity to wish all your readers a very happy and healthy Christmas from the childrenand staff of Earls Barton Infant School.

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MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM ALL AT JEYES Visit us this Christmas for a magical day out with family and friends. Spend a few leisurely hours browsing

through our Aladdin’s Cave gift shop, museums and exhibitions. Our conservatory is adorned with festive gifts and decorations for those perfect home treats or presents for loved ones. Have a break from shopping and treat

yourself to a festive lunch or afternoon tea in our cosy Apothocoffee Shop. VISIT US SOON AT JEYES – A WARM CHRISTMAS WELCOME AWAITS YOU ALL. *The Keepsake Gift Shop *The Card Cottage *The Apothocoffee Shop

*The Children’s Den *The Dolly Lodge *Northampton’s Capital of Sylvanian Families *The Fun of The Fair Model Exhibition *Earls Barton Village Museum

*NEW THIS CHRISTMAS............The Jeyes Heritage & Pharmacy Museum

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The Jeyes Heritage & Pharmacy MuseumOpening Celebrations

Thank you very much to all our Earls Barton customers, family and friends who joined usin celebrating our 30th anniversary here at Jeyes of Earls Barton. We had a wonderful dayreminiscing the past 30 years and enjoyed hearing all your stories and memories of ourfamily run business. In the evening we were honoured to have Councillor Tim Hadland,Northampton Borough Council Cabinet Member for Heritage Assets and Projects officiallyopen The Jeyes Heritage & Pharmacy Memorabilia.

David and I along with our daughters Philippa and Annalook forward to spending ourdays in Earls Barton and wehope you pay Jeyes a visitsoon ....a warm welcome awaits you and your family.

Best wishesGeorgina Jeyes

The Jeyes Heritage & Pharmacy Museum Opening Celebrations

Thank you very much to all our Earls Barton customers, family and friends who joined us in celebrating our 30th anniversary here at Jeyes of Earls Barton. We had a wonderful day reminiscing the past 30 years and enjoyed hearing all your stories and memories of our family run business. In the evening we were honoured to have Councillor Tim Hadland, Northampton Borough Council Cabinet Member for Heritage Assets and Projects

officially open The Jeyes Heritage & Pharmacy Memorabilia. David and I along with our daughters Philippa and Anna look forward to spending our days in Earls Barton and

we hope you pay Jeyes a visit soon ....a warm welcome awaits you and your family. Best wishes Georgina Jeyes














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Franks SteakhouseIn October this year Tom Hewer of Mears Ashby opened FranksSteakhouse in Northampton. The steaks are grilled to perfection usingthe chef's tool of choice, the Josper Charcoal Oven, as seen in many atop London steakhouse. And the accompaniments? All fresh daily andsupplied by our own Whites of Earls Barton. Says Tom, "Supportingour local business community is a top priority here at Franks, wedemand that the quality of the fresh produce matches that of our high-grade steaks, happily, Whites exceed our expectations every time".

So, who is Tom Hewer? I caught up with him over a cup of their first-class Illy coffee and learned that Tom has been captivating the localclientele for many years as a publican and restaurateur; in additionhe has extended his culinary talents nationally at many summerevents and festivals. “I’m always busy in the summer months, so to make the most of

the winter months I decided to give the people of Northamptontheir first dedicated steakhouse” I was tempted to make some clever commentabout taking the bull by the horns, but decided against it, well, I hadn’t quitefinished my coffee!

When Restaurant Manager, Sophie Smith joined us she asked me to make sureyou knew that booking is essential “From day one, the business has been brisk”said Sophie “we’ve made a big impact in such a short space of time, simply bylistening to people and giving them what they want”. Well, what could be better?

Right, your dying to know, what’s Tom serving on his menu? Well, for the steaklover there are treats galore with the 32oz Cote de Beouf or T-Bone, Sirloin, Filletand Corn-fed Chicken, however the irony of me being a vegetarian and sat asteak house was playing on my mind a bit, until I discovered that vegetariansare well catered for here too! Darn it! This guy has thought of everything! Andthen he cooks his chips twice! Genius!

To book, just call 01604 949804 or [email protected]

Earls Barton Floral Society“Christmas Party” - 15th DecemberEntertainment, Flowers, Food & Fun

Come along and enjoy a great evening!Meetings take place in The All Saints Church Hall,Earls Barton at 7.30pm - 9.30pmA Raffle of the Demonstration Flowersis held each month

Earls Barton Methodist Church Christmas Celebration ConcertWith Musical Roots andEarls Barton Junior Choir

Saturday December 11th at 6.45pm

Adults £5, Concessions £4(Includes coffee and mince pies)Tickets available from either Jon Thompson Tel (01604) 811958Or Joy Drage (01604) 811064

Supporting the National Children’s Home

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I would like to wish all my customers, past, present and future, A VeryMerry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year and remember that if you arethinking of moving house now or in the future please give me a call for anhonest, no obligation valuation.

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£185,000 A lovely two bedroom detached bungalowwith extensive parking to the front. Thekitchen has been extended to the rear.Two double bedrooms and a lounge andseparate dining room. To the rear there isan enclosed landscaped garden.

Compton Way

£149,950An attractive three bedroom semi detachedproperty briefly consisting of a spaciouslounge/diner, kitchen, bathroom and threebedrooms with a single garage and views overopen countryside.

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£189,950A large double bay fronted Victorian terracedproperty spanning over 2100 sqft with lounge,dining room and extensive kitchen area. Threedouble bedrooms and big bathroom.Completely refurbished with new kitchen anddécor throughout. Also comes with planningto drop the kerb to give off road parking.

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