ST.BARTHOLOMEW’S CHURCH: At the local church on Sunday 24th April an Easter Egg hunt will take place!! Yes an Easter Egg hunt !!
After the normal service any children present will be invited to search around the church for
a number of Easter Eggs hidden in the building.
Some will contain symbols relating to
church matters. Please come along and bring the children.
The service starts at 9:30am and everybody is welcome.
MYSTERY UNSOLVED?: Villagers are concerned that the winner of the design competition for the paddock opposite the Gate Inn wishes to remain anonymous! Many of them are very interested to know who it is and are mystified as to why the winners wish to remain unknown. It would appear to defeat the object of the exercise.
COFFEE MORNING: Another good turnout at this very popular event, the first session of the year, with approximately forty visitors present on the day (Saturday 9th).
Regular hosts, Brian and Kathryn Seddons, were soon back in action and welcoming friends old and new whilst serving teas and coffees not forgetting delicious homemade cake. During the session a few caravanners called in to sample the delights placed before them.
Village stalwart David Mowthorpe was on hand to inform people about the book on the History of Sutton and take orders for the same if required. Villagers and friends socialised for most of the morning catching up on all the local news and views from in and around the area, all done in convivial company.
MEET THE NEIGHBOURS: The new chef, at the Gate Inn, Kieron, came up trumps with his sausage and mash with lovely gravy and two vegetable bowls (cabbage, carrots and parsnips) when the Neighbours group came for dinner. A hearty meal enjoyed by all, followed by tea and coffee.
All the latest news and views from in and around the village was aired and the usual raffle took place. Visitors then socialised for the afternoon.
The next event scheduled for the neighbours is on Tuesday 10th May and the menu has been confirmed as Chicken & Ham Pie with puff pastry, bowls of seasonal vegetables, pan gravy and mash.
Please let Joan Reiter know if you wish to attend on (1777) 702 137 or ursusmajor1@gmail.com
WOMEN’S INSTITUTE: The group met on Wednesday 20th April in Sutton Village Hall at the usual time of 7:15pm. The speaker on this occasion was Mr David Brailsford and the topic was “Story tellers of Nottingham”. A report will follow when to hand.
Further details of the group programme is available from Secretary Michelle Jaafar, telephone: (01777) 818 092.
GATE INN: A busy Gate Inn saw the Sunday Quizzers treated to an hour long music quiz with the “No Brainers” scoring a very impressive 40 out of 45 before picking up the £15-00 cash prize. Play your cards right was finally won and it was Helen who walked away with a cool £100-00. Chris Sulley is in the Chair this Sunday with the Quiz starting at 8-00pm and Play Your Cards Right following. See you there.
St George’s Day (Sat 23rd April from noon) Come and celebrate St Georges Day with us at the Gate Inn this April 23rd.
What’s more it is our Queen’s birthday on the 21st April so come and join us in raising a glass to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. BBQ’d food will be available from 12:00 noon so fingers crossed for some sunshine. If you fancy getting dressed up, there is a prize for the best Knight, Damsel or Dragon!
Live music from “Ocean Blue” on Saturday 30th April from 9:00pm. Sutton’s own musical duo
Tim and Emma Abel. One night only!! We have the pleasure of presenting Ocean Blue and a special guest appearance from Katy Perry tribute act Francesca Brown. With a fabulous repertoire spanning several decades there will be something to get everyone up and dancing.
Book your table now on (01777) 709 408 so as not to be disappointed.
Note that food orders will stop at 8:00pm rather than the usual 9:00pm so that a number of tables can be cleared to create space to dance. Please specify when booking your table if you wish to reserve one of the small number of tables that will remain throughout the evening.
YE OLDE BELL HOTEL: Following the recent installation of our Defibrillator at Ye Olde Bell Hotel, we’re now running a FREE training course on how to use it and CPR etc in conjunction with the Retford installation company, How2SaveALife, for the local community on TUESDAY 26 APRIL 2016 from 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Everybody welcome.
SUTTON ART GROUP: The group continue to meet every Friday morning throughout the year in the Village Hall between 10:00am and 12:00noon. Last Friday the class were instructed in various techniques in the use of water colours. This was a one day art workshop overseen by popular Yorkshire artist Alan Smith and was appreciated by all those present.
PARISH COUNCIL: The council held its monthly meeting on Wednesday 10th March
as scheduled and a update will follow.
QUIZ NIGHT AT THE GATE INN: Another good turnout at the Gates’ quiz night. Pablo set the regulars a hard one last Sunday night with “The Neighbours” picking up the £15-00 prize. Play Your Cards rolled over once again.
Chris Sulley will be in the Chair this Sunday and we’re in bank holiday mode which not only means increased prize money for the quiz but there will be 3 hopefuls called up to Play the Cards on the night.
Don’t miss it – 8 o’clock start.
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 (01777) 705 077.
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
or
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
For help and advice in the first instance please contact:
PCSO Claire Walker – Mobile: 07525 226 626
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.