[email protected]TOWER & TAP TOWER & TAP TOWER & TAP TOWER & TAP November 2013 SOUTH MARSTON’S COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER South Marston Primary School South Marston Primary School South Marston Primary School South Marston Primary School Christmas Craft & Gift Fair Christmas Craft & Gift Fair Christmas Craft & Gift Fair Christmas Craft & Gift Fair Friday 29 Friday 29 Friday 29 Friday 29 th th th th November 6pm November 6pm November 6pm November 6pm - 8pm 8pm 8pm 8pm Christmas Gifts & Decorations, Cards, Jewellery, Textiles, Trinkets, Smellies, Sweets, Photographs, Shabby Chic, Refreshments & Tombola plus much more! All your Christmas gifts under one roof All your Christmas gifts under one roof All your Christmas gifts under one roof All your Christmas gifts under one roof Plus Children’s Arts and Crafts activities! Plus Children’s Arts and Crafts activities! Plus Children’s Arts and Crafts activities! Plus Children’s Arts and Crafts activities! Organised by South Marston Parents’ Associaon to benefit school funds
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SOUTH MARSTON’S COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER
South Marston Primary SchoolSouth Marston Primary SchoolSouth Marston Primary SchoolSouth Marston Primary School
Christmas Craft & Gift FairChristmas Craft & Gift FairChristmas Craft & Gift FairChristmas Craft & Gift Fair
Friday 29Friday 29Friday 29Friday 29thththth November 6pm November 6pm November 6pm November 6pm ---- 8pm8pm8pm8pm
Christmas Gifts & Decorations, Cards,
Jewellery, Textiles, Trinkets, Smellies,
Sweets, Photographs, Shabby Chic,
Refreshments & Tombola plus much more!
All your Christmas gifts under one roofAll your Christmas gifts under one roofAll your Christmas gifts under one roofAll your Christmas gifts under one roof
Plus Children’s Arts and Crafts activities!Plus Children’s Arts and Crafts activities!Plus Children’s Arts and Crafts activities!Plus Children’s Arts and Crafts activities!
Organised by South Marston Parents’ Associa�on to benefit school funds
Once again we come to the month of ‘Remembrance’ -
November. We shall be holding our annual Rosemary
Service when we have an opportunity to remember
those whom we love but see no longer on 3rd
November at 6pm.at St. Margaret's Church, Stra&on.
5th November follows when fireworks and the
gunpowder plot give an excuse for fun, but the
following weekend we are reminded of the tragedy of
war and those who have given their lives for the cause
of freedom.
If we look at scripture we see that history con,nues to repeat itself. The agony and horror of
human conflict is recorded just as it is today. The scriptures encourage us to remember and
there is the saying which reminds us that ‘if we ignore history we are condemned to repeat it.’
Scripture also reminds us that God is hur,ng with us. There are many mighty saving acts
recorded throughout the Bible with two key acts of God. Jewish people remember their
deliverance through celebra,ng the Passover, and Chris,ans share broken bread and wine
poured out in remembrance of the Lord’s death un,l he comes again.
A ba&le is being fought for the soul of our na,on as many forget God or reject his existence. We
appear to be self-sufficient, placing faith in our own ability to exist. Perhaps this rephrased
version of Psalm 8 reflects today’s view—’O man how excellent is your name in all the earth.
Who has set your glory above the heavens. When I consider your inven,ons: the works of your
hands, the aeroplanes and nuclear bombs which you have made, what is God that I should be
mindful of him or the Son of God that I should reverence him?’
The scriptures and history show the consequences of godless living and yet we ignore them
both. The major threats to our world and society all stem from ignoring the spiritual side of life.
It is in our depths we are formed and the outlook is not promising except for the fact that God is
with us which we will celebrate at Christmas. Its not just a heart-warming story—it’s a heart
transforming truth.
God Bless,
Vicky Fleming
Priest in Charge
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Church News
‘Craft Company’ This month we meet again at Dryden
House, Mary Cooper’s home on Wednesday 13th
November at 2pm. For more details please contact Mary
on 823530.
Saturday Scene for young families Saturday Scene for young families Saturday Scene for young families Saturday Scene for young families meets on meets on meets on meets on
9th November in the Village Hall 9th November in the Village Hall 9th November in the Village Hall 9th November in the Village Hall 4pm to 5.15pm 4pm to 5.15pm 4pm to 5.15pm 4pm to 5.15pm
Contact Donald Page on 825693
Celebrating Harvest
Once again the church was beautifully decorated - a huge thank you to
the Flower Team for all their hard work. We had wonderful homemade
cakes and drinks to welcome people and collected produce for
Swindon Foodbank as well as collecting almost £100 for Tearfund.
The School Harvest Service was excellent and it was such a joy to be
able to share this with them in our church. The church was full with so many parents
coming and supporting their children that some had to stand at the back of the church.
Meeting Point celebrated its fifth birthday last month. This is something we started as a
service to the community which gives people an opportunity to meet up with
friends, the Youth Group have supported us well by providing a tuck shop.
Thank you for your support everyone who helps and attends.
Remembrance Sunday Service
10am 10th November 2013
You are cordially invited to join us in a Service of Remembrance at St. Mary Magdalene Church
We will remember them
When you are thinking about Christmas gifts don’t forget that
South Marston Church Tea towels are still for sale £3.50 each
This year’s outing is on Friday, 29th November to ‘A Victorian Festival of Christmas’ held at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard for senior citizens resident in South Marston. You will also have free entry to the historic attractions in the dockyard (for example, the Mary Rose Museum).
The coach will leave near the school at 9.00am. Arrival back at South Marston will be approximately 6.00pm
The closing date for reservations is 7th November 21013
Please do not miss this date
To reserve your place, please contact Mary Cooper on 823530
Christmas Hampers
The F & E Harris Memorial Trust invites South Marston Village residents who have reached the age of 60 years for ladies and 65 years of age for gentlemen by the 25th December 2013 to register with the Trust to receive a Christmas Hamper if they do not currently receive one.
Christmas Hampers to be collected on Thursday 5th December 2013 from Westwinds between 2.00pm and 4.00pm.
Contact Mary Cooper (823530) or Terry Sansum (823684)
for registration or queries
Christmas Hampers - new qualification criteria
From 1st April 2016, the following changes will apply:
� To qualify for a Christmas Hamper the recipient is required to have been in
permanent residency in South Marston for a period of 3 years prior to submission
of registration.
� All new applicants must be 65 years of age on 24th December 2016 to be eligible
to register.
� All new and existing applicants must be 66 years of age or over on the 1st
January 2019 to be eligible to register.
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Next Meeting - 19th November 2013 Members of the public are welcome to a&end Parish Council mee,ngs which are held
at 7.30pm in the Village Hall. There is an “Open 10 Minutes” sec,on at the start of the
mee,ng where you are invited to ask ques,ons or discuss an agenda item. It would be
helpful if you could inform the Chairman at the start of the mee,ng of any items that
you wish to raise or discuss. All agendas are published on the village website and on the
village no,ce boards, prior to the mee,ngs.
South Marston Parish Council Update
Parish Councillor Vacancies
South Marston Parish Council currently has two vacancies
If you would like to know more about becoming a Parish Councillor and would be interested in joining the team, please contact the
The Educational Fund currently has a limited amount of money available to assist with the education or training of young people. Application forms are available from Highworth Council Offices or the Lions’ Charity Shop in Newburgh Place, Highworth.
RELIEF OF NEED FUND Supporting South Marston residents
The Highworth United Charities
Do you want to learn
but can’t afford the
fees?
Do you need
assistance?
The Relief of Need Fund currently has a limited amount of money available to assist residents who are in genuine need. Application forms are available from Highworth Council Offices or the Lions’ Shop in Newburgh Place. Please note that documentary proof of need will be required before applications can be considered.
EDUCATIONAL FUND Supporting Young People living in South Marston
SMRA South Marston Recreation Association
OCTOBER 100 CLUB WINNERS
£10 Margaret Turner (no 69)
£10 Lisa Hayne (no 118)
£10 Mar,n Taylor (no 91)
£10 Mary Case (no 83)
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What’s happening at South Marston Hotel & Spa….
New Senior Ci,zens Menu has been launched with a lovely choice of autumn and
winter warmers to tempt you to join us on Thursdays each week.
Lunch is served from 12.00 - 2.00pm and is only £4.95 per person.
Pre booking is required by calling 01793 833700 and press op,on 4
New Lounge Menu Launch
Our Autumn lounge menu is being launched in November offering some real winter
warmer dishes at very reasonable prices. Do come along and try the new menu.
Food served every day all day from 10.00am – 9.00pm.
Sunday Carvery
The Sunday Carvery is geUng popular now with some really posi,ve reviews on the
food quality and service so why not give mum a break and bring the family along for a
treat in the relaxing surroundings. Carvery is priced from £7.95 per person. We advise
you reserve a table by calling 01793 833700 and press op,on 4 to reserve your table.
Carvery is served from 12.30pm-4.00pm every Sunday.
Free Entertainment
Friday 1st
November we will be hos,ng a disco in the lounge area and everyone is
invited to come along, starts at 8.00pm-midnight. Entry is free
Children In Need Fund Raising Night
On Friday 15th
November the hotel is going to raise funds for the
Children in Need Appeal. We are hos,ng a disco in the lounge from 8.00pm-midnight
and it is open to everyone and is free of charge. We will be doing a raffle on the night
and there will be collec,on buckets on the bar. We want to raise as much money as
possible and if successful we will make it an annual event but we need your support so
come and join us on the night.
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I am currently looking for a cleaner for our public areas and leisure club - please send an
Do you have any unwanted textile items in Do you have any unwanted textile items in Do you have any unwanted textile items in Do you have any unwanted textile items in cupboards and drawers?cupboards and drawers?cupboards and drawers?cupboards and drawers?
The South Marston Parent Teacher Associa,on (SMPTA) is fundraising for the South
Marston CofE school through Bags2School
Bag2School collects good quality second hand adults' and
children's clothing, sheets, blankets, curtains, soF toys,
shoes, belts and handbags
All items collected are for RE-USE
In the past we have raised
hundreds of £s through
Bags2School which, combined
with our other fundraising, has
supported the school with
improving outdoor space and
equipment and much more.
You can fill any bag you have or
official Bags2school bags can be
collected from the school or via
Clare Williams.
When filled, please leave at the school inside the school gate
on 11 November before 9am
We thank you in advance for your support!
South Marston Parent Teacher Association
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Support your vill[g_ pu\!
Come and enjoy some good home-cooked food
We are open lunch,mes and serve food (12 - 2pm) from 6pm - 9pm
in the evenings
Future events
Saturday 16th November - Singer NIK PAUL
Friday 29th November - Karaoke
Saturday 14th December - HOT FLEX
Festive Celebrations (Bookings only)
Christmas Fayre Menu (from 1st to 23rd December) Christmas Fayre Menu (from 1st to 23rd December) Christmas Fayre Menu (from 1st to 23rd December) Christmas Fayre Menu (from 1st to 23rd December)
3 courses - £15.95 per person
2 courses - £12.95 per person
Christmas Day Menu Christmas Day Menu Christmas Day Menu Christmas Day Menu
3 courses - £37.95 per person, £14.95 per child (up to 12yrs)
and under 3yrs free
The Carriers Arms would like to join a darts league and are looking for male and female players
Ladies darts team - matches would be Wednesday nights
Mens darts team - matches would be on Sunday evenings
If interested please contact either Amanda or Didier on 01793 822051
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