ST.BARTHOLOMEW’S CHURCH: Sunday 1st November is “All Saints Day”. With this in mind a service for All Saints day will be held at the local church.
The service starts at 9:30am and everyone is welcome.
WANTED!: Do you have any unwanted cuddly toys that require a good home? Then the Village Hall committee are waiting to hear from you!
In fact anything cuddly will be considered as we plan our theme for the Christmas Market taking place on Saturday 28th November. Ring (01777) 705 060 for collection.
NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN: The Neighbourhood Plan are pleased to have received over 150 completed questionnaires so far. It’s not too late to return your form and more information is available on their website. Congratulations to local resident Sharon Holland who won the prize draw for the iPad Mini 2. The draw was held at Meet the Neighbours event on Tuesday 13th October.
There are now two open evenings being held at the Village Hall where you can meet the Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group, catch up with progress and ask any questions that you might have.
These are being on 22nd and 29th October between 5:00 and 7:00pm.
Villagers who attend may learn something to their advantage.
NETWORK RAIL: Notice has been given by Network Rail with regards to night workings taking place on the main East Coast line at the Sutton / Barnby Moor level-crossing on Station Road in the village.
Due to the replacement of railway lines which have now reach the end of their working life it is necessary to close the crossing to through traffic on the following dates:
- Saturday 31st October from 23:45hrs to 08:25 on Sunday 1stNovember
- Monday 2nd November from 00:35hrs to 05:05hrs on Monday 2nd November
- Monday 2nd November from 23:35hrs to 05:05hrs on Tuesday 3rd November
- Other week-end workings to be advised accordingly!
Network Rail apologise in advance for any inconveniences these essential works may cause.
GARDENING CLUB: The next meeting is on 3rd November when Patrick Harding will address and inform the group on the ‘Medicinal Properties of Plants’. It’s one not to be missed.
Further details of the club and its activities are available from D. Mowthorpe on (01777) 709 809 or email gardeningclub@suttoncumlound.net
PICKS GENERAL STORE: Most villagers will now be aware of the closure of the Shop in the village. Mark and Jane Pick have announced, with regret that they are retiring form the village store after 20 years of service to the village.
They are sorry that this decision will leave the village without a shop, but point out that retailing situation has changed drastically over a past number of years and it is no longer viable to remain open. Mark and Jane would like to thank all customers and friends for their loyal support over the last 20 Years.
The store will close its doors for the final time at the end of business on Saturday 14th November 2015.
YARD SALE & CAR BOOT: The Yard and car boot sale went ahead as scheduled, last Sunday, with plenty of items for sale on the day. Five car booters also made the effort. Despite the good weather, a lesser number than in previous times were present. Those who attended were, mostly visitors, villagers were conspicuous by their absence, baring a few. The event did make money and a total sum (to be announced) will be destined for much needed Village Hall funds
Thanks to all who assisted in any way.
STREET LIGHTING: Street lamps in the village which have been out of action for some time have now been repaired and appear to be working normally thanks to the efforts of the Parish Council.
WOMEN’S INSTITUTE: The ladies of Sutton and Barnby Moor of W.I. met as scheduled on Wednesday 21st October in Sutton Village Hall at the usual time of 7:15pm.
Nineteen members were present during the evening and Vice president Fiona Pagdin took the chair in the absence of President Jackie Payne. The speaker for the evening was Meryl White, who addressed the members on the subject of Grandma Abson’s Traditional Baking.
Grandma Abson collected many of her recipes during her time in service over a lot of years and was pleased to pass them on to family and friends. Various recipes and hints and tips were discussed during the session.
The evening came to close members were invited to sample some of the delicacies spoken about during the evening complete with a nice hot cup of tea.
The customary vote of thanks was given by Chris Abbott bringing a very enjoyable evening to a close.
MEET THE NEIGHBOURS: The group met as scheduled on Tuesday 12th October at the Gate Inn. Once again there was a great turnout for MTN and 42 people sat down for a delicious meal provided by Lee and his excellent team. The quiz was not too challenging and was enjoyed by all. The next meeting will be held on 10th November when Lee will be cooking chicken breast in red wine sauce with parmentier potatoes. If you would like to join us, please let Joan Reiter know on 01777 702 137.
SUTTON APRIL CLUB: The April club continue to meet every two weeks in the village and full details are available from Group Leader and organiser Carole Head on 0177 705 077.
SUTTON CUM LOUND WELCOME PACK: The Parish Council are producing a village Welcome Pack with a view to issuing it to all village residents and thereafter to new arrivals. The target date for the first edition is 1 January 2016.
The design is based on a wallet with inserts. The main insert will be ‘An Introduction to Sutton cum Lound’ and others have been invited (mid October deadline) from the School, church, pub, shop, Village Hall, annual report from the Chairman of the Parish Council, and all clubs/regular activities in the village such as the April club, Art Group, Burns Night, Flower and Garden Show, Gardening Club, Meet the Neighbours, Neighbourhood Watch, Village Fayre, Coffee & Cakes, and WI.
SIGN OF THE TIMES: As winter approaches and with the harvest safely gathered in observant villagers will have noticed that local farmers in line with Parish Council requests have once again made a start in clearing Ditches/Dykes on some of the village boundaries. This helps stop surrounding land becoming waterlogged and is an aid to possible flood prevention should weather conditions deteriorate rapidly.
SUTTON ART GROUP: The group meet every Friday morning in the Village Hall and will continue throughout the season. Further details of the group and their activities are available from either:
- Maggie Beare on (01777) 710 589, mags@maggiebeare.co.uk
or
- Joan Reiter on (01777) 702 137, joan.reiter@tiscali.co.uk
COUNTY COUNCILLOR: If you have any issues or concerns then your County Councillor Mrs Liz Yates can be contacted at any reasonable time on 01777 860 219.
DISTRICT COUNCILLOR: Tracey Taylor, District Councillor for Sutton Ward can be contacted at any reasonable time on 01777 816 781 or mobile 07771 629 380.
PARISH COUNCIL: The Parish Council normally meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm in the Village Hall. There is a public participation period and all residents are welcome to attend. For further information please contact the Clerk at clerk@suttoncumlound.net or call the Sutton Central number: 07092 985 871.
POLICE: The local Beat Team for the BERL beat ( Bassetlaw East Ranskill / Lound) are as follows:
PC 3258 Jason Fellows Telephone: 101 ext. 8077 364, Mobile: 07525 226 893
VILLAGE HALL BOOKINGS: Enquiries with regard to the booking of the Village Hall should be made by contacting 07092 985 831. Anyone making enquiries please note that the number is not manned on a permanent basis, but calls are re-routed to one of three points for their attention and will be dealt with as soon as possible. Please be patient and your enquiry will be dealt with. Thanks for your cooperation.
The Village Hall web site is available at www.suttonvillagehall.net or email: bookings@suttonvillagehall.net.
POSTAL SERVICES: The Post office operates in the Village Hall on Tuesdays and Wednesdays of each week.
Opening times are as follows:
- Tuesdays from 11:30am to 2:00pm
- Wednesdays from: 9:00am to 12:00 noon
The local office can supply residents with: Pensions, Foreign Currency, Travel Insurance, Car insurance, investments and Savings.