July - September 2016 BIDFORD NEIGHBOURHOOD … · 2016-07-04 · 5,300 living in approximately 2,500 dwellings. We fi rmly believe that the NDP will, as a part of the statutory

THE DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT PLAN

Stratford-on-Avon District Council (SDC) is preparing a series of planning documents to guide

development and change in the district up to 2031 and the most important of these documents is the Core Strategy. It will present a vision of how the district will look and function in future years.• Where should new homes be built

and new jobs located?• How can we meet the housing needs

of local people?• How can we reduce the impacts of

climate change?• How can we make sure everyone can

reach the services they need?• How do we protect our rich heritage

and landscape?The Core Strategy sets out SDC’s views on land use and the environmental qualities for the district.

Bidford NDP takes this further and sets out what we are looking for across the ParishOur NDP is in general conformity with existing strategic local plan policy1, and takes account of SDC’s emerging Core Strategy2 which we very much hope will be fi nalised by the end of July this year!Our NDP sets out our vision for the Parish and contains policies to enable appropriate, sustainable development which will meet our need for houses, support job creation, safeguard existing amenities and create more. In 20 years, the population of Bidford-on-Avon rose from 2,822 in 1971 to 4,826 by 1991, and continues to grow. The current population of is now over 5,300 living in approximately 2,500 dwellings. We fi rmly believe that the NDP will, as a part of the statutory development

plan for Stratford-on-Avon, help to establish the principle of ‘sustainable development’. It aims to properly shape any further necessary development closely in line with local needs and wishes. It also has a vital role to play in maintaining and enhancing the local environment for present and future generations.

The timetable to completion:10.06.16: latest delivery date of documents to SDC planning offi cer23.06.16: Advertisement placed in The Herald – start of the 6 week consultation04.08.16: End of Consultation – SDC offi cer collates responsesMid August: Examination by independent examiner starts (this process last for 2-3 weeks on average)10 October: target to present to SDC cabinet to approve for referendum

End of November for the referendum open to all residents of the Parish for Bidford-on-Avon – a simple majority ratifi es the NDP and gives us the controls we currently lack over development in our Parish

Cllr J. HarveyChairman of theNDP Steering Group

INSIDE THIS EDITION: Queen’s Birthday Party • Click Clack Club • Coming Soon to Bidford Rural Cinema

July - September 2016

BIDFORD NEIGHBOURHOOD DEVELOPMENT PLAN (NDP)

THE NATIONAL CONTEXT

The government’s National Policy Planning Framework (NPPF)

introduced neighbourhood plans which allow people and communities

a greater infl uence in the decision making process.

1 Stratford-on-Avon District Local Plan Review 1996-2011 (adopted July 2006)2 Core Strategy Proposed Submission Version June 2014

THE STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES...HOUSINGTo provide a suffi cient supply and mix of dwellings to meet the needs of the community during the Plan period

ECONOMY To protect and promote jobs for local people in order to advance economic development in the Neighbourhood Area

ENVIRONMENT To safeguard our natural environment and built heritage and enhance biodiversity whilst providing access for all, improving the well-being of the community, recognizing the importance of mitigating climate change and working towards a more sustainable future

AMENITIES To ensure that valued community assets, local shops and services are maintained and where possible enhanced in order to promote sustainable living

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COMING SOON TOBIDFORD RURAL CINEMA...A partnership between Bidford on Avon Parish Council and the Crawford Memorial Hall Management Committee

THE CRAWFORD MEMORIAL HALL, SALFORD ROAD, BIDFORD-ON-AVON B50 4EZTICKET OFFICE OPENS 6.30pm • FILMS START AT 7.00pm

BIDFORD RURAL CINEMAHas the pleasure to present

Certificate PG * Running time 108 mins plus interval * Tickets £2.50

Refreshments sponsored by your local

FRIDAY 1 JULY 2016 at 7.00pmTHE CRAWFORD MEMORIAL HALL, SALFORD ROAD, BIDFORD

For further information telephone 01789 778653 or 07718 628925

BIDFORD RURAL CINEMAHas the pleasure to present

THE JUNGLE BOOK

Certificate PG Running time 106 mins plus interval * Tickets £2.50

Refreshments sponsored by your local

FRIDAY 22 JULY 2016 at 7.00pmTHE CRAWFORD MEMORIAL HALL, SALFORD ROAD, BIDFORD

For further information telephone 01789 778653 or 07718 628925

Friday 1st July• 108 minutes plus interval

Friday 22nd July• 106 minutes plus interval

PGPGRefreshments available sponsored by your local

Tickets: Still only £2.50! For further information telephone 01789 778653 or 07718 628925 or for latest details and trailers seewww.bidfordonavon-pc.gov.uk

August - CLOSEDFriday 2nd Sept - TBAFriday 23rd Sept - TBA

THE CRAWFORD MEMORIAL HALL, SALFORD ROAD, BIDFORD-ON-AVON B50 4EZ

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THE CLICK CLACK CLUBOne of Bidford Community Library’s

fi nest is the “Knit & Natter” Group, which meets every Wednesday

afternoon. But they have encountered tough competition in the Click Clack Club (you know what they say, “never work with animals or children”)

The Click Clack Club is a community project between Bidford Community Library and Bidford Primary School and involved Year 5 and 6 pupils – both boys and girls.They are always well behaved, keen and industrious and these photos show how dextrous they have become in a short time. Amongst the things they have learnt to knit, are:• Egg cosies• Coin purses in stocking stitch• Bunny Family in garter stitch• Easter Egg chicks• Easter Egg Cup FolksAnd they are now working on a “community blanket” together with the Knit and Natter Group - “if you can’t beat them, joint them!”

SUMMER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES IN THE LIBRARY

Bidford Library is urging all children to come all along for some fun

activities this summer. As usual we will be participating, along with libraries throughout the country, in the Summer Reading Challenge where children between 5 and 12 are challenged to read a minimum of six books during the school holidays. In return they receive various goodies along the way together with a certifi cate and medal if the complete the challenge. The theme for this year is ‘The Big Friendly Read’ in commemoration of the centenary of Roald Dahl’s birth. We’ve got some really exciting activities planned this year so please contact the library for more details and to book:Friday, 29th July - ‘Mad Science’Lots of crazy experiments along the lines of ‘George’s Marvellous Medicine’.Session 1 – 10.30 – 11.30Session 2 – 11.45 – 12.45£3.50 per childMonday, 2nd August 10.30 -12.00‘Building a monster size Big Friendly

Giant’ - £3.00 per childMonday, 8th August 10.30 – 12.00‘Create your own Elmer’Activities around everybody’s favourite elephant - £3.00 per childMonday, 15th August 10.30 – 12.00Julia Donaldson related activities details to follow - £3.00 per childTuesday, 23rd August 10.30 – 12.00David Walliams related activitiesdetails to follow - £3.00 per childFriday, 2nd September 10.30 – 12.00 ‘Fantastic Hats!’Come along to the library wearing your own book related hat. Lots of activities and prizes - £3.00 per child

DEMENTIA COLLECTIONBidford Library has recently bought an extensive collection of books on the subject of Alzheimer’s and Dementia. These books are really informative and very helpful for anyone who is caring for those with dementia or who just wants to fi nd out more about it. The scheme is supported by Bidford Health Centre and is part of a national scheme to promote awareness.

BIDFORD COMMUNITY LIBRARY LTDBRAMLEY WAY, BIDFORD ON AVON, WARWICKSHIRE B50 4QG

Bidford community library ltd

Bramley Way, Bidford on Avon B50 4QG

It is hard to believe, but Bidford Community Library Ltd. is celebrating its

second year on 1st April 2014!

We should like to take this opportunity to thank our many volunteers,

without whom this community project would not be possible.

And a special thank you to Plato Catering Hire, of 2 Bidford Road,

Broom, and Warner’s Budgens for their contributions to the library.

Plato Catering Hire, have always been willing to assist in providing

catering equipment for our events: and Warner’s Budgens continue to

support the library via their Community Savings Scheme: those green

tokens they give you for every £10 you spend, so don’t forget to ask

for them!!

And, we shouldn’t forger to thank Bidford-on-Avon Parish Council for

its generous grant of £5,000.

It is thanks to this local support of the that our volunteer run

community library is still able to offer a varied service to our local

communities

Bidford Community Library Ltd. Bramley Way, Bidford on Avon B50 4QG Company Reg. No. 7950990

SOS!! COULD YOU HELP?Our popular weekly coffee morning “The Jolly Teapot” recently celebrated

its 15th anniversary. Over the years we have provided tea, coffee, cold drinks and our wonderful homemade cakes for a very modest charge with above all an opportunity for people to get together and have a chat in convivial circumstances. We have also organised advice sessions, concerts and comedy entertainment as well as occasional outings and annual pantomime visits to Birmingham.Sadly however all this is now in jeopardy. Many of our volunteers are now unable to serve and we desperately need some new helpers. The task is not arduous and only requires about two and a half hours once a month. Could you possibly lend a hand please or we may have to discontinue our service. For more details please contact Cheryl Sussens on 01789 778015, 07774 994121 or email [email protected]

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Over seven decades HM Queen Elizabeth has served this country and Commonwealth, being

an inspiration to young and old, by exercising responsibility and service. Bidford’s Dementia Café held an indoors “street party” at its Monday mornings venue, Westholme House, Bidford to celebrate and give thanks for our gracious Queen. After showing a DVD about the Queen’s life and a sing song led by the Café’s answer to Ant and Dec, the Café’s users, people living with dementia and their carers, together with the Café’s volunteers tucked into a buffet lunch funded by Gabby Sanchez from David Baker funeral directors and a celebratory cake in Union Flag decoration made by Gillian Speight, one of the regular volunteers. The Vice

Chairman Bidford Parish Council, Harry Knight attended the party, together with Dr Deborah Edwards from the Bidford Medical Centre which supports the Café.We are delighted that our Queen at 90 years shows no signs of dementia. In a recent survey 46% of people over the age of 55 worry about contracting the illness, which is more than the number worrying about contracting cancer (38%). Bidford’s Dementia Café, which only started in January, strives to provide some happiness and stimulation to people living with dementia, and some temporary respite for Carers. Anyone in the area living with dementia is welcome to come to Westholme House on Westholme Road on Mondays from 10.30 to 12.30 together with their carer.

CAFÉ PARTIES FORTHE QUEEN

Café parties for the Queen

Over seven decades HM Queen Elizabeth has served this country and Commonwealth, being an inspiration to young and old, by exercising responsibility and service. Bidford’s Dementia Café held an indoors “street party” at its Monday mornings venue, Westholme House , Bidford to celebrate and give thanks for our gracious Queen. After a showing a DVD about the Queen’s life and a sing song led by the Café’s answer to Ant and Dec, the Café’s users, people living with dementia and their carers, together with the Café’s volunteers tucked into a buffet lunch funded by Gabby Sanchez from David Baker funeral directors and a celebratory cake in Union Flag decoration made by Gillian Speight, one of the regular volunteers. The Vice Chairman Bidford Parish Council, Harry Knight attended the party, together with Dr Deborah Edwards from the Bidford Medical Centre which supports the Café.

We are delighted that our Queen at 90 years shows no signs of dementia. In a recent survey 46% of people over the age of 55 worry about contracting the illness, which is more than the number worrying about contracting cancer (38%). Bidford’s Dementia Café, which only started in January, strives to provide some happiness and stimulation to people living with dementia, and some temporary respite for Carers. Anyone in the area living with dementia is welcome to come to Westholme House on Westholme Road on Mondays from 10.30 to 12.30 together with their carer.

Café parties for the Queen

Over seven decades HM Queen Elizabeth has served this country and Commonwealth, being an inspiration to young and old, by exercising responsibility and service. Bidford’s Dementia Café held an indoors “street party” at its Monday mornings venue, Westholme House , Bidford to celebrate and give thanks for our gracious Queen. After a showing a DVD about the Queen’s life and a sing song led by the Café’s answer to Ant and Dec, the Café’s users, people living with dementia and their carers, together with the Café’s volunteers tucked into a buffet lunch funded by Gabby Sanchez from David Baker funeral directors and a celebratory cake in Union Flag decoration made by Gillian Speight, one of the regular volunteers. The Vice Chairman Bidford Parish Council, Harry Knight attended the party, together with Dr Deborah Edwards from the Bidford Medical Centre which supports the Café.

We are delighted that our Queen at 90 years shows no signs of dementia. In a recent survey 46% of people over the age of 55 worry about contracting the illness, which is more than the number worrying about contracting cancer (38%). Bidford’s Dementia Café, which only started in January, strives to provide some happiness and stimulation to people living with dementia, and some temporary respite for Carers. Anyone in the area living with dementia is welcome to come to Westholme House on Westholme Road on Mondays from 10.30 to 12.30 together with their carer.

Café parties for the Queen

Over seven decades HM Queen Elizabeth has served this country and Commonwealth, being an inspiration to young and old, by exercising responsibility and service. Bidford’s Dementia Café held an indoors “street party” at its Monday mornings venue, Westholme House , Bidford to celebrate and give thanks for our gracious Queen. After a showing a DVD about the Queen’s life and a sing song led by the Café’s answer to Ant and Dec, the Café’s users, people living with dementia and their carers, together with the Café’s volunteers tucked into a buffet lunch funded by Gabby Sanchez from David Baker funeral directors and a celebratory cake in Union Flag decoration made by Gillian Speight, one of the regular volunteers. The Vice Chairman Bidford Parish Council, Harry Knight attended the party, together with Dr Deborah Edwards from the Bidford Medical Centre which supports the Café.

We are delighted that our Queen at 90 years shows no signs of dementia. In a recent survey 46% of people over the age of 55 worry about contracting the illness, which is more than the number worrying about contracting cancer (38%). Bidford’s Dementia Café, which only started in January, strives to provide some happiness and stimulation to people living with dementia, and some temporary respite for Carers. Anyone in the area living with dementia is welcome to come to Westholme House on Westholme Road on Mondays from 10.30 to 12.30 together with their carer.

Café parties for the Queen

Over seven decades HM Queen Elizabeth has served this country and Commonwealth, being an inspiration to young and old, by exercising responsibility and service. Bidford’s Dementia Café held an indoors “street party” at its Monday mornings venue, Westholme House , Bidford to celebrate and give thanks for our gracious Queen. After a showing a DVD about the Queen’s life and a sing song led by the Café’s answer to Ant and Dec, the Café’s users, people living with dementia and their carers, together with the Café’s volunteers tucked into a buffet lunch funded by Gabby Sanchez from David Baker funeral directors and a celebratory cake in Union Flag decoration made by Gillian Speight, one of the regular volunteers. The Vice Chairman Bidford Parish Council, Harry Knight attended the party, together with Dr Deborah Edwards from the Bidford Medical Centre which supports the Café.

We are delighted that our Queen at 90 years shows no signs of dementia. In a recent survey 46% of people over the age of 55 worry about contracting the illness, which is more than the number worrying about contracting cancer (38%). Bidford’s Dementia Café, which only started in January, strives to provide some happiness and stimulation to people living with dementia, and some temporary respite for Carers. Anyone in the area living with dementia is welcome to come to Westholme House on Westholme Road on Mondays from 10.30 to 12.30 together with their carer.

Café parties for the QueenOver seven decades HM Queen Elizabeth has served this country and Commonwealth,

being an inspiration to young and old, by exercising responsibility and service. Bidford’s

Dementia Café held an indoors “street party” at its Monday mornings venue, Westholme

House , Bidford to celebrate and give thanks for our gracious Queen. After a showing a DVD

about the Queen’s life and a sing song led by the Café’s answer to Ant and Dec, the Café’s

users, people living with dementia and their carers, together with the Café’s volunteers

tucked into a buffet lunch funded by Gabby Sanchez from David Baker funeral directors and a

celebratory cake in Union Flag decoration made by Gillian Speight, one of the regular volunteers. The

Vice Chairman Bidford Parish Council, Harry Knight attended the party, together with Dr Deborah

Edwards from the Bidford Medical Centre which supports the Café.We are delighted that our Queen at 90 years shows no signs of dementia. In a recent survey 46% of

people over the age of 55 worry about contracting the illness, which is more than the number worrying

about contracting cancer (38%). Bidford’s Dementia Café, which only started in January, strives to

provide some happiness and stimulation to people living with dementia, and some temporary respite

for Carers. Anyone in the area living with dementia is welcome to come to Westholme House on

Westholme Road on Mondays from 10.30 to 12.30 together with their carer.

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Email: [email protected]

“Clerk’s Corner”

TWO FAREWELLS

We said “farewell” to two councillors this June, but in very different

circumstances.

Cllr Frank Spiers MBE (aka as Mr Bidford) decided not to stand for re

election in May this year, after 45 years as a Parish Councillor. You will be

able to read about the event held by the Parish Council to say its farewell

in this paper.

On a sadder note, Cllr Mike Gerrard died peacefully at home, on Thursday

4th June.

What can I say about Mike? We all have our own memories of him. I will

remember him as a tower of strength: always there to support me. On

many an occasion, if he thought I was going through a difficult period, he

would pop in and see me, talk through the problem and give me his

invaluable advice.

He encouraged my studies through the long 6 years, and I was delighted

to be able to invite him to my graduation at Cheltenham Racecourse last

November. Sadly, he was already suffering from Alzheimers, and was

physically getting weaker, but I hope he was able to enjoy the day.

Mike was elected Parish Councillor in May 2004, and I became Clerk to

the Parish Council in August that year. Having headed the Bidford

Appraisal, which culminated in the Bidford Parish Plan B50, he was keen

to ensure the Parish Council implemented as many of the issues raised in

that document as possible. As always, it was his mission to improve the

quality of life for all within the parish of Bidford-on-Avon. Mike was a

person that not only “talked the talk, but also walked the walk”. There

was nothing he would not do of it meant a betterment for Bidford on Avon

and its local community.

His last, main campaign, was to ensure the survival of Bidford Library. He

attended a number of meetings at Shire Hall, Birmingham and even went

as far as Liverpool – nothing, and nowhere, was too hard or too far it it

meant he could save the library. And save it he did.

CLERK’S CORNER

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- Only one person at a time at each training station

- Bidford-on-Avon Parish Council does not accept responsibility for

any injuries that may occur when using this equipment

- If you have any doubts about your health or fitness then please

discuss them with a doctor or health/training professional before

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Big Meadow Fitness Zone has been provided to allow opportunities to enjoy physical exercise in an outdoor

gym setting creating a fun and sociable way of exercising whilst helping to promote a healthier lifestyle.

Bidford: The Riverside Village

The new Outdoor Gym equipment has finally been installed on the Big Meadow and, from comments made, I understand that it is a welcome addition to our beautiful Riverside Recreational Area!There is little doubt that regular exercise is good for us and helps prevent some diseases and improve our quality of life. On the other hand, going to a gym can be boring and, quite often, expensive – so having a free “outdoor gym” in our back garden, so to speak, where we can enjoy exercising with friends, in the fresh air and in lovely surroundings can only be a good thing.A number of science papers recognise that outdoor exercise• helps reduce loneliness and social isolation - the equipment

has been installed in such a way as to encourage use by groups

• promotes independence – it will give members of the community the opportunity of choosing when and with whom to exercise

• helps to encourage outdoor activities

NEW FITNESS ZONE ON THE BIG MEADOW

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