RUISHTON VILLAGE HALL NEWSLETTER
MARCH 2013
VILLAGE HALL MONTHLY DRAW FEBRUARY
£25 / No 137 / Mrs P Comer 14 Woodlands Drive£10 / No 91 / Mr J Upham 7 Orchard Rise
£5 / No 115 / Mr C Roberton 5 Carpenters Close
Attached to this newsletter is a sign for everyone to put inside their front door window. Soon you will see
some "COLD CALLING SIGNS" on lamp posts or telegraph poles as you come into the villages, these are
to discourage people knocking on doors and trying to sell us things. For it to work we need everyone to put
the attached notice up, they have been supplied by the police and if someone calls on you get the name of
their organistion and contact Police Community Support Officer - SCSO 8784 LynseyGamblinVoice mail
telephone number 01823363287 78784, and someone will get back to you.
The WHIST DRIVE in March will be on Wednesday March 27th. Doors open at 7pm and play com-
mences at 7.30pm.
The MARCH BINGO iis on Wednesday March 13th. Doors open at 7pm and its EYES DOWN at 7.30pm.
The SNOWBALL is now £40. .
The HEALTH WALK will be on Wednesday. March 20th starting at 10.30am from Ruishton village hall car
park. New walkers welcome, Formore information please ring Pat Pike on 442609
FLOWER SHOW - 20TH JULY We are running the popular 'Potato in a bucket class again, and this year we
have a supply of early cropping seed potatoes - or you can grow your own variety. Seed potatoes can be
obtained from Lilian (13 Lawn Meadow) or Joan (10 Overlands), 10p each, this also covers your entry fee.
RACE NIGHT: Don't forget the 'RACE NIGHT'complete with licensed bar at Ruishton village hall on Saturday 16th
March to raise funds for the Flower Show and Ruishton Football club. For only £2 become an Owner, Trainer or
Jockey of one of the Horses rUnning in the races and see your name in the programme. A bottle of wine to the Owner,
Trainer and Jockey of each winning horse.Contact Mike Marshall 442294, Ray Hancock 444080 or Gail Downton
442368 who also have tickets (only £1 each) still available for this event which due to its popularity last year is admis-
sion by ticket only. Doors open at 7.30pm with the first race off at 8.00pm. L Marshall (Secretary)
On Saturday April 13th Emma Chant will entertain us with her accordion,the evening will include an
opportunity for an old fashioned SING ALONG, and an opportunity for those who want to DANCE. There will
be a knife and fork supper with delicious desserts £6. Tickets on sale from Mavis 442427 at the end of the
month.More information in the next newsletter.
GWEN PHILLlPSIt is with sadness that we report the death of Gwen in late January. Gwen lived in Ruishton for many
years and we will miss her at many of the events we hold at the Village Hall. On Village Day you would find her sitting
on the gate shaking her bucket for donations. Up to a few years ago she would walk many miles a day with her dog.
You would also have found her propping up the bar at the pub. Even when she moved out of her bungalow at Dinhams
she returned to the village in her buggy with its Union Jack flying on the back. She will be missed by many.
RUISHTON VILLAGE DAY 20th July 2013 This year the WI are not having their stall selling Preserves, Jams etc. A
vacancy exists at the moment. Special Thanks to our sponsors Roy of R&B Graphics, Ruishton also Paul Hawkins Oil
and Gas Burner Service Wellington. John Elston 442568
RUISHTON COMPANION DOG SHOW 20th July 2013 In January Bob Wine passed way. Bob was the first to sug-
gest holding a Dog Show on Village Day over 25 years ago. Thanks to Bob and his helpers it has been a huge suc-
cess. Denise and I have been long time friends and will miss him.
Bob's wife Denise and their friends have been in touch with me and it is hoped the dog show will go ahead as planned
this year. More on that later. Special thanks to our sponsors Jane of Hairlines, Ruishton, also Craig of Western Fuel
Supplies Bridgwater .John Elston 442568
For all bookings and enquiries regarding the Village Hall, please contact Chris on
07958574905
ALL ITEMS FOR THE APRIL newsletter should be delivered to the Editor, Liz Harper, Marl
Bank, Bushy Cross Lane, Ruishton (443369) NO LATER THAN FRIDAY March 15th 2013, or
LADIES COFFEE CLUB We meet this month on Monday 18th March at2.30pmat Margaret's house.
Sally McEwen 442733.
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RUISHTON ROWCOUNTERS Our next meeting will be on Weds 13 th March at 2.00pmat Edna's home.
RATS (Ruishton Artists in TexStyles) We are a group of craft enthusiasts who work with fabric and thread. We
are now meeting on the 2nd Mon of each month 1 O.OOa.m. - 3.00p.m.in the VH committee room. Next meeting
11 th March. For more information about our regular meetings ring Rosemary (442039).
Crafty 'Get Away' Days On the 4th Mondayof each month. Crafts, mayinclue knitting, sewing, embroidering,
card-making, art or whatever, come and work with like minded people. Next meeting 25th March 10am to 3.00pm
in the Village Hall Meeting Room. Bring a packed lunch, drinks will be provided. All we need to do is cover the cost
of the room and refreshments, say around £3.00. For more information contact Hilda Marsden (442049)
TAUNTON DISTRICT FRIENDSHIP CENTRE We are a club offering a wide range of social activities for the over
50s .Next meeting Thurs 15th March, Forfurther information contact Sally (442733).
February 2013 It is with regret that Thornfalcon and district Women's Institute have had to suspend
their activities, therefore there will be no more meetings in the immediate future. We would like to
thank all our members, past and present, for their support.
Ruishton Guiding
If you wish to put your daughter's name on any of the waiting lists please contact: Guides CathEllis
(442398), Brownies Cathy Jones (443160), Rainbows Margaret Penn (442003)
My Mind Architects
Using over 40years combined experience in Bioloqy, Psychology, Education, Counselling and Hypnother-
apy My Mind Architects Clare Newman and Emma Cook deliver these unique courses. Exam Stress
Eliminator Course for Students Wednesday zo" March Ruishton Village Hall 6.30-9.00pm £45 per stu-
dent.
Exam stress Eliminator Course for Parents ( A Parent only support course) Wednesday 2yth March.
Ruishton Village Hall 6.30-9.00 £45 per person. Booking essential places strictly limited.
For more information or to book a place visit the website or contact
Clare on 07857601538
RUISHTON MARKET PLACE All items charged at 40p per item.
1.IKEA Rocking Chair-Ivory leather, very good condition £25 o.n.o. Tel: 442849
1.New Beginnings Camlval Club are looking for new members (present members age 10 to anything) to join a happy
group to help with all things from building the float, fund raising, performing on float etc. We meet at the Nags Head.
Contact 442732 Or 07808713247 for more information.
2.Three year old Budgie (Peter) free to good home with or without large cage and trolley base. Likes com-
pany but currently alone. Tel: 444080
3.Round expandable solid wood dining table with 4 chairs Good condition £80. Also display cabinet
with integral drinks cupboard. Solid wood. Good condition. £80, 3 seater settee and 2 chairs (Autumn
Gold) Good condition £100 Tel: 443050
1.Camping Cot -folds flat- ideal for when grandchild comes to stay. £12 . Also Corby 5000 Trouser
Press £15. Contact Brian Vincent 01823 442372
MARCH MADNESS
SATURDAY 2nd MARCH / 60's/ 70's/80's Music Night with Live Entertain-ment. Fancy Dress or Dress as you were is op-
tional but a good laugh. Fun starts at 8.45.
SUNDAY 10th MARCH / MOTHER'S DAY Toast your Mother, Wife or
Grandmother with a free glass of bubbly followed
by a 3 course Sunday Roast for only £10, served
lunch time 12.00-2.00 and evening 6.30-8.30
Enjoy the day. BOOKING ESSENTIAL
THURSDAY 21st MARCH / ANTIQUES COLLECTABLES AUCTION
6.30 SHARP-Viewing from 11.00 -teas, coffees
and snacks available all day. Main kitchen open
12.00-2.00 and from 5.00 for Main Meals
SATURDAY 23rd MARCH / MURDER MYSTERY NIGHT 7~00 for a 7.30PM
start. TICKET ONLY. £17.50 per person. Price in-
cludes a 3 course meal
TUESDAY NIGHTS / FISH CHIPS & PEAS £5.00
THURSDAY NIGHTS / CURRY NIGHT-Beef or Chicken curry £5.00
RUISHTON AND THORNFALCON PARISH COUNCIL
CLERK - MARY GROWTAGE 275992
FEBRUARY MEETING
The meeting had no objections or comments to make on the following planning applications:
31/13/0001 - Erection of two storey extension to rear of Hartnells, Ruishton
31/13/0002 - Erection of two storey rear extension at Foxhound Cottage, Lower Henlade
40/13/0002LB - Erection of glasshouse to south end of Red Barn, Manor Farm, Thornfalcon
The meeting welcomed the application for the construction of a dedicated access track to Taunton
Sewerage Works (Ham) from the A358 (04/40/13/001/PH) but raised concerns regarding the junction
with the A358 in view of accidents there in the past, including one fatality.
Taunton Deane has granted permission for the erection of a single storey extension to the rear of 1,
Newlands (31/12/0018)
The Inspector's final report of Somerset Waste Core Strategy can be down loaded from
will be considered by the Full Somerset County Council
on 20 February 2013
The initial readings for the 2013 Speed Indicator Device Programme at Lower Henlade and Stoke road
have not been carried out yet.
It was reported that the ditchlstream at Cheats Road and also at Lower Henlade are the responsibility of
the adjoining landowners and not Somerset County Council.
A sand bin has been installed outside 1, Carpenters Close and the clerk has arranged for Taunton
Deane to fill it with sand along with the necessary sand bags.
The Parish Council have been asked if they would support a potential development of affordable hous-
ing on land off Lipe Lane, Henlade. It was agreed that the clerk should reply stating there is already
planning approval for affordable housing in the area. Also, as the site is the subject to public consulta-
tion as part of Taunton Deane's Site Allocations and Development Management Plan process the Par-
ish Council will wait for the Preferred Options report before making any comment.
This plan defines settlement limits, identifies land 'allocations' for development in defined centres and
provides detailed policies on which to assess planning applications.
It is also seeking to identify 20 to 30 hectares of land to form Taunton's second strategic employment
site and 2 of the sites being suggested are in Henlade, more details overleaf.
The clerk has heard from 'Sustrans' that the land required to continue the cycle route from Taunton to
Ruishton is now on the market - 1.2 acres near Ruishton for £30,000 and a lease on the riverside land,
another 1.2 acres, for £20,000. Although the Parish Council wholeheartedly supports the scheme they
are unable to fund the purchase or upkeep of the path at this time.
It was reported that there had been flooding in Cheats Road and Lower Henlade in January as well as
in November of last year. More details of our proposed flood plan and forthcoming meeting overleaf.
Work continues on the upgrading of the play equipment and it is hoped that some of the new equipment
will be in place before the end of February. With thanks to Cllr. Bulgin who is overseeing this work on
our behalf, it has not been an easy task with recent weather conditions.
The Parish Council has purchased 'Cold Calling Signs' which will be placed in the area, notices for dis-
play in windows will be sent out with the newsletters.
The full minutes of our meetings can be viewed on our website
A PARISH MEETING TO DISCUSS FLOODING WILL BE HELD ON
WEDNESDAY, 6th MARCH AT 7.30 PM IN THE VILLAGE HALL
THE MARCH PARISH COUNCIL MEETING WILL NOW BE HELD BE ON 13th MARCH 2013
IN THE COMMITTEE ROOM COMMENCING AT 7.30PM
WITH PARISHIONERS QUESTION TIME AT 7.20PM