Temespan September 2016

Help us Change the Story
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The stories we hear and the stories situations.
we tell are important. They help As one of the world’s richest
us shape our thoughts, form our countries, the UK has a legal and
opinions and set the agenda.  The moral responsibility to protect
UK has a proud history of those fleeing from violence. But so
supporting refugees. In the 1930s far, the response of our government
the Kindertransport saved the lives has not matched the scale of the
of Jewish children from Germany. crisis, nor the compassion of those
In the 1970s the UK welcomed who have already opened their
Ugandan Asians fleeing Idi Amin’s homes to refugees. Instead, poor
regime, and in the 1990s we opened countries - like Lebanon and Iraq
our doors to Kosovan refugees. - are hosting 86% of the world’s
Today, more than 65 million people refugees.
are displaced globally. Forced We believe that everybody deserves
from their homes by violence, a safe place to call home, and we
fear, desperation, or poverty, each stand for a UK that refuses to turn
person is made in God’s image, a blind eye to the suffering of people
and is deserving of safety, freedom seeking sanctuary.
and hope. In a society divided over We are urging that the UK
immigration, our message of shared government must commit to host
humanity is more important than at least double the number of
ever. refugees it has currently promised,
Yet, refugees are often portrayed and do more to ensure safe and legal
negatively in the media. We are told passage for those escaping violence
that they are drain on our economy to travel to and through Europe.
and that we should be fearful about On 19 September 2016 President
the impact of immigration on our Obama will host a high-level meeting
communities. We hear far less about to address large movements of
the positive contributions that refugees and migrants, with the
refugees make, how historically aim of bringing countries together
refugees have enhanced our society, behind a more humane and coordi-
and about the willingness of local nated approach.
people to make refugees welcome. Before then, we need to change the
Here in the UK, faith communities story.
are at the heart of a different story, Find out more at www.christianaid.
galvanising local support to find org.uk/changethestory  and urge
homes for people forced from their your local newspaper to Change
countries by violence and conflict The Story about refugees.
and now languishing in desperate

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For 0-5 year olds

Open 7-30-6-00pm all year round
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Manager at the Centre on 01886 812380

Pound Lane, Clifton-Upon-Teme,
Worcestershire. WR6 6DE

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The Parish Council of Lindridge

The Parish Council of Lindridge the area, or within 3 miles (4.8
has a vacancy for a Councillor to kilometres) of it.
be filled by co-option. Full information on eligibility,
Those who are interested in the role of the Parish Council and
serving the community in this its schedule of meetings may be
way and want to become a obtained from the Clerk and/or
candidate for co-option should the Chairman.
obtain an application form from Clerk:
the Clerk. Miss R S Lambert
Completed forms should be Whiteleys
returned to the Clerk by Friday Frith Common
28th October 2016 Tenbury Wells
Any applicant should be over 18, Worcs.
a British subject or citizen of the WR15 8JX.
Republic of Ireland, and either: - Telephone: 01584 881599
(1) A local government elector
of the parish, or Chairman:
(2) Has during the previous Mrs A Winwood
12 months occupied as owner or New House
tenant any land or premises in Lower Frith Common
the parish, or Tenbury Wells
(3) His/Her principal or only Worcs
place of work during that 12 WR15 8JU
months has been in that area, or Telephone: 01584 881452
(4) Has during the whole
of those 12 months resided in

Next Lindridge Parish Council Meeting

Next date of Lindridge Parish Council meeting will be Wednesday
14th September at 7.00pm to be held at Lindridge Parish Hall.

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Teme Valley Wildlife

My knowledge of birds is limited, by Stephanie Mocroft
but whilst contemplating a subject goldfinches, sometimes up to a
for these lines dozen at a time. They usually fly into
I have been
struck by a the cherry tree
beautiful and to eat sunflower
quite relentless seeds from
birdsong in our hanging
my garden. birdfeeders.
Carolling and When we first
swooping came to the
in inventive Teme valley the
melodies and most numerous
trills, it has assailed my ears through birds in the
the open windows of the house. garden were,
On more than one occasion I have by quite a way, chaffinches. Many
ventured out to scan the branches greenfinches visited too. Over the
of the birch tree, the source of the last half a dozen years these two
singing, but despite looking high species have declined, an infectious
up and then peering into the lower disease has apparently been the
greenery I have been unable to see cause, and the goldfinches seem to
the songster. Eventually I enlisted have taken over their niche. But
the help of my husband, a keen what pretty birds the goldfinches
singer himself, and armed with are! Golden-brown with red and
binoculars he went outside to look yellow highlights, no wonder a
into the tree. He reported that the group of them is known as a charm.
only bird that he could see was a At one time they were widely kept as
goldfinch, which seemed altogether cage birds, attractive both to look at
too small to account for so large and to listen to. In fact they were so
a song. I listened carefully once popular that protecting them in the
more and then retreated indoors wild was one of the first priorities of
to look for a CD of birdsong that the Royal Society for the Protection
had handily come free in a national of Birds when it was formed in
newspaper. I played the track for 1904. But why do some birds, such
the goldfinch and recognised the as the mistle thrush, sing from a
music from the garden. prominent high point, and others
We are lucky to see lots of sing from the camouflaged depths
of greenery? Maybe the goldfinch’s
hidden singing spot reflects its

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choice of nest site. Typically it Do look out for these lively
nests at the end of a horizontal or characters in your garden, there is
down-sweeping branch that ends in plenty of food for them at this time
plenty of twiggy growth. The latter of the year, even if you don’t lure
provides dense foliage to hide the them in with sunflower seeds!
nest from sight and the thin twigs The next meeting of the Teme Valley
at the end of the branch stop bigger Wildlife Group is on Thursday 8th
birds standing on them to threaten September, when we welcome Mike
the nest. Glyde who will be talking on British
My garden is not the only place bats. The meeting is at Rochford
I have seen these birds lately. An Village Hall at 7:30pm and as
exhibition to celebrate 500 years always it is just £2 on the door
since the death of the celebrated where everybody is most welcome.
mediaeval painter, Hieronymous For up-to-date information on what
Bosch, has at its heart his most wildlife is being seen in the area, or
famous work, The Garden of to give us your sightings, visit us
Earthly Delights. In it is to be at www.temevalleywildlife.com or
found a most beautiful rendering visit our Facebook page. The group
of a goldfinch. It was apparently normally holds a meeting on the
frequently used in religious works, second Thursday of the month. All
especially in those of a devotional are very welcome. Tel. 01584 881397
nature, and only doves were more or email [email protected]
likely to be depicted.

A couple of thank-yous
I should like to record, here, We are delighted to inform everyone
just how much we appreciate that this years fete for Knighton on
the enormous generosity of the Teme was hugely successful. Mr and
people of Knighton who gave Mrs Moreton kindly hosted the fete in
such a splendid quantity of food the beautiful grounds of Mathon.
and clothing to the appeal for the The sun shone and the sound of
refugees of ‘The Jungle’ in Calais. laughter filled the air. We raised a
It was quite moving to see the total of £1,500.00, which is all being
piles of supplies that appeared in donated to charities. Thank you to
our Church. It is all now on it’s way everyone who supported us and spent
to where it is so urgently needed. the afternoon at Mathon.
Thank you all again. Kind Regards
Gill Morgan Kay Redfern
Church Warden Knighton Knighton on Teme Events Committee

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CLOWS TOP & DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB

September is a time to be gathering If you’re not a member then come
in the harvest and autumn colours along and join us at one of our
begin to appear with a distinct monthly meetings. It’s a great
chill in the morning air. The effects opportunity for you to share your
of the shortening days are now thoughts, ideas and advice with
quite noticeable. So it’s time to other members. We have a great
move frost-tender plants indoors. programme of speakers as well as
Summer seems to be barely over Evening visits to local gardens. Our
before thoughts of next spring Garden Club has a very friendly
begin. Buy spring bulbs for the atmosphere, everyone is welcome.
garden early to get the best choice Don’t be afraid to come along, we
of varieties. are a garden club not a horticulture
Many jobs still to be done. society, the membership is only £10
Deadhead Roses, Cut back Peren- pa. However, Non-members are
nials and fork over yours beds welcome to any monthly meeting.
and borders for one good round Our next meeting will be on
of thorough weeding should Wednesday 28th September and
keep them mostly tidy until the the speaker for the evening will
following spring. Clean out cold be ‘Paul Cook’, plus it’s the clubs
frames and greenhouses ready for Autumn Show.
autumn use.

At the July meeting Paul Benson, Diary Dates
gave an interesting talk on work Wednesday 26 October, New
done by the ‘Burford House Zealand, Ray Sturdy
Angels’. Wednesday 23 November, AGM &
The Burford House Gardens had Members Social Evening
become over grown and with Clows Top and District Gardening
several flooding’s was in need of Club meet the 4th Wednesday in
some TLC. No money was available the calendar month
to pay gardeners, so voluntary at Clows Top Victory Hall; Doors
group was set up. It’s a group of open 7.30pm, for the speaker at 8
volunteers who meet every Sunday o’clock.
every other week throughout Admission Fee: Members £2 or
the year. They are making a big Non-Members £4. Free Refresh-
difference in restoring the garden ments.
to its former glory. The garden is Further Details Telephone Marion
open to the public. It is free entry Wilson 01299 270475.
to the garden but any donations Or email: clowstopdistrictgarden-
are welcome with contributions [email protected].
given to the ‘Greenfingers’ Charity.

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Teme Valley Tote

July’s Draw (the fourth draw of random numbers and the
in this series) starting point. As a result, the
July’s prize draw of the Tote prize winners are as follows:
was decided when Rev’d Robert The £50 winner is John Collins
Barlow rolled the dice on 2nd of Pensax (Draw no 342)
July to select the set of random The £30 winner is Mark Yarnold
numbers and the starting point. of Stoke Bliss and Kyre (Draw
As a result, the prize winners no 753)
are as follows: The £20 winner is Family
The £50 winner is Judy Fry of Burgoyne of Stanford (Draw no
Lindridge (Draw no 210) 517)
The £30 winner is Jan Hallett It is still possible to join this
of Stanford (Draw no 592) new series – if you wish to do
The £20 winner is Peter Joy of this, please contact your local
Stoke Bliss and Kyre (Draw no Co-ordinator or Robin Dean
777) on 01886 853295 or by email
August’s Draw (the fifth draw [email protected]. New
in this series) subscribers are always welcome.
August’s prize draw of the There is no limit on the number
Tote was decided when Rev’d of draw tickets which you can
Robert Barlow rolled the dice purchase.
on 1st August to select the set

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RICHARD WILKS

Established since 1972

We have been serving the Teme Valley and surrounding
areas for over 40 years

Landscaping Materials; Peat-free and Peat based compost;
Topsoil; Mushroom Compost and Farmyard Manure;
Mulching and Playground Bark and Woodchips; Sand
Gravel Cement Roadstone; Decorative Gravels; Large
stocks of Slate Chippings; Rockery and Walling Stone;
Animal Bedding and Forage Supplies; Winter supplies of
de-icer Rock Salt; Firewood Coal and Calor Gas Agents
Open 7 days per week 9.00 - 5.00 Mon-Sat 10.00 - 2.00 Sun

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THE FILLING STATION

Our next event of The Filling Sports Club, Tenbury Wells, and
Station will be held on Thursday look forward to spending time
22nd September when Rev Nick with you in fellowship, worship,
Crawley, Regional Area Director teaching and refreshments.
of the organisation will be with For further information ring
us. Sue Stokes (after 6pm) on 01584
We welcome all to join us to hear 781384 or email Kate Harley on
what Nick has to share with us at [email protected]
our usual time of 7.30pm at Penlu

Clows Top Amateur Productions

Clows Top Amateur Produc- so if you wish to join the cast ring
tions are this year presenting 01299 832229. 
‘Pinocchio’, the pantomime with If you require tickets ring the
plenty of fun and laughter.  same number. 
The performance dates are I look forward to welcoming you
November 25, 26 and 27 – please to Clows Top Victory Hall.
make a note in your diary.  Carolyne
We start rehearsing in September,

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TEME VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

On 3rd August 14 members and Lancaster, and also German
enjoyed a memorable visit to RAF and Japanese planes. The second
Museum Cosford, Shropshire. hangar contained the early

There are a jet fighters
number of including
static aircraft experimental
displays outside planes such
but most of as the TSR2.
the collection This was the
is inside three most advanced
futuristic jet plane of the
designed age with the
hangars. Each aircraft is fully project being
identified sometimes with stopped in mysterious circum-
personal data in addition. One stances by the Wilson government
hangar contains a unique with many conspiracy theories
collection of Cold War jet aircraft surrounding it.
including the iconic Vulcan. We were introduced to the
This display is supplemented concept of flying with a model of
by booths showing videos of the a sectional wing being raised and
Cuba crisis, Vietnam war, Afghan lowered by passing a current of
war and many other interesting air from a fan over it. By adding
stories of the Cold War involving weights and using a baffle board
the old USSR. both in front and behind the wing
it demonstrated how air currents
However, what made the day are used in taking off and landing
for us was a guided tour by a an aircraft. Our members cannot
person with flying experience and wait for the next holiday flight
whose presentational skills were and a trip to the flight deck!!!
excellent. He took us through Our next meeting is on Tuesday
two hangars pointing out the 27th September at 7.30pm at
most important aircraft, adding Abberley Village Hall when
anecdotes and stories to many Richard Churdley will give a
of these that made them come talk entitled “Worcestershire
alive. We saw many of the planes Carriers before Railways”. All
involved in the Second World War are welcome.
- Spitfire, Hurricane, Wellington

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Clubs and Societies

T: Telephone - I: Information - E: Email - W: Web

Abberley Angling Club Coarse Lindridge, 7.30-8.30pm, singing
fishing club with own pool in at Parish communion on the first
Abberley. Sunday of the month, plus other
I: Tony Steward T: 01299 896 456 special services. We are a friendly
Clows Top Garden Club meet on group, no prior experience is
the 4th Wednesday of each month at required, so if you love singing why
the Victory Hall, Clows Top. not come and join us?
I: Marion Wilson T: 01299 270 475 I: Andrew Barker
E:clowstopdistrictgardeningclub@ E: [email protected]
hotmail.co.uk Teme Valley Childrens Centre run
Eastham Garden Club this has a number of relevant events for
been recently set up with occasional children and parents.
meetings at Eastham Village Hall T: 01905 622 354
I: Diana Clarke, Secretary E: [email protected]
T: 01584 781 505 Teme Valley Geological Society
E: [email protected] meet monthly at the
Lindridge Art Group Art for Martley Memorial Hall
everyone - meetings at Lindridge I: John Nicklin T:01886 888 318
Parish Hall every Tuesday at 3.00pm. E: [email protected]
We have an excellent tutor and your blog: www.geo-village.eu
first lesson is free. Teme Valley Historical Society
E: [email protected] meet monthly on the last Tuesday in
Knighton Friends meet 3rd the month at Abberley Village Hall
Wednesday of each month at the I:Mike Harley T: 01584 881 194
Parish Room. Teme Valley Wildlife Group
I: Sheila Bragger T: 01584 781 190 meet 2nd Thursday each month at
Menith Wood WI meet generally on Rochford Village Hall
the first Monday in the month at the I: C. Roseman T: 01584 881397
Old Chapel Hall T: 01584 881 102 E: [email protected]
Rock Bridge Club We meet every W: www.temevalleywildlife.com
Sunday at Rock Village Hall at 7.00 Tenbury Rambling Club
pm. New members welcome whether I: Ian T: 01584 876 698.
on own or with partner. The meetings Tenbury Town Band meet for
are very sociable and relaxed. We do rehearsals at Penlu Sports Club on
not play Duplicate Bridge. Sundays (Apprentices 4 – 4:30 and
I: Luke Grant T: 07854 951 330 full band 4:30 – 7:00)
St Lawrence’s Church Choir meet I: Steve & Mel Parker
for rehearsals the last Wednesday of T: 01584 881 683.
the month at St Lawrence’s church, W: www.tenburytownband.co.uk

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The Parish of Teme Valley North

Priest in Charge of the churches of Knighton, Lindridge, Pensax, Stockton,
Abberley, Great and Little Witley, Shrawley

Reverend Ted Whittaker

The Rectory, 1 Chiltern Close, Great Witley, Worcester. WR6 6HL
Email: [email protected]

Telephone: 01299 890100 or 07791 484774
Reader
Marjorie Workman 01584 781094 [email protected]

Church Wardens Knighton St Michael and All Angels
Gill Morgan 01584 781412 [email protected]
Vacant

Church Wardens Lindridge St Lawrence
Vickie Melling 01584 881086 [email protected]
Dianne Smith 01584 881893 [email protected]

Church Wardens Pensax St James the Great
Vacant
Vacant

Church Wardens Stockton St Andrew
Vacant
Vacant

PCC Details above Chair
Revd Ted Whittaker 01584 881086 [email protected] Lay Chair
Vickie Melling 01584 881086 [email protected] Secretary
Chris Melling 01584 881274 [email protected] Treasurer
Bill Andrews

Baptisms Weddings and Funerals
See page 15

Children’s Worker
Elizabeth Whitehead 01584 781651 [email protected]

Parish Administrator
Tracy Barnes 01584 781220 [email protected]

Temespan 01584 881174 [email protected] Editor
Pete Thorp 01584 781442 [email protected] Advertising
Barbara Selkirk 01584 881086 [email protected] Knighton Church
Sheila Hardiman 01299 832622 [email protected] Lindridge Church
Vickie Melling 01584 881563 [email protected] Pensax Church
Edward Lupton Stockton Church
Sally Webb

Parish Website - www.temevalleynorthparish.co.uk
Chris Melling 01584 881086 [email protected] Webmaster

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