Rudston Newsletter

June 2000

Articles to Pam Campbell, E-mail: pamc@nasuwt.net or

rudstonnews@supanet.com

Well, I must offer my apologies for the tardiness of the last Newsletter. I’m afraid it coincided with exams and despite the best of intentions was hopelessly late. Hopefully this one will be earlier!

I’d like, on behalf of everyone to welcome any newcomers to the village and to wish you health and happiness while you are here. The village is a very nice place to live – peaceful, friendly and, as I have noticed more recently, tremendously supportive and encouraging. There is a real and genuine community spirit here - I’m not just referring to the fact that my neighbours have lent or given me almost every item in their house! (grateful though I am) - but in the wider sense that people care, take pride in the village and work together to get things done. There is barely a day goes by that I don’t chat to someone, have coffee or just wave as I wander or drive by. People in their gardens greet passers-by and the sense of suspicion of others and keeping to oneself, that seems to characterise life in towns and cities is not evident here. I hope that this aspect of village life survives for a very long time. Whilst I’m on the subject of community spirit I’d also like to say a big thank you to Mrs Lingard who, for the past two years has selflessly looked after my dog while I attended college, and to everyone who passed on their support and best wishes for my exams....and other things! It’s much appreciated.

Finally – there is a large and dangerous tree stump on the left of Southside Lane that (probably due to the danger!) is becoming a favourite attraction with children – particularly those small enough to fall inside it and suffer a six-foot drop. The Parish Council are working with the Council to make it safe as quickly as possible. The problem may be sorted by the time you read this but, just in case, could you please warn your children of the danger and ask them to keep away.

Are you elderly, active, but find maintaining a home a

liability?

Why not come and join us in our friendly residential home, close to the sea, golf course & bowling green.

Transport available for shopping trips, church services. Entertainment, visits from the hairdresser & chiropodist.

En-suite rooms, T.V. and call system available, along with a nutritious and varied menu and special diets.

We, the proprietors are both registered nurses, who have a wide experience.

We provide, safety & security whilst recognising the need for individual freedom and decision making.

Respite and day care available as well as long stay.

For more information or brochure, please ring:

Anne Sugden on 01262 602066

Brunswick House

The boxes have yielded the total of £97.

Many thanks to the boxholders.

Chris Gatenby

In aid of the new Village Hall will be held at

Breeze Farm, Rudston

on Wednesday 12th July from 10-12 noon.

Entry £1.

A raffle, bring & buy and cake stall will be held and any items to sell, or for raffle prizes would be gratefully received. Items can be Taken to

Shirley Clark’s or Wendy Proctor’s.

This has to be the wettest start to a season the club has known! It is so disappointing when rain spoils play and it underlines the club’s desperate need for additional all-weather courts.

Two junior members, Susan Crossley and Harriet Bateson took part in the tennis qualifying event (Year 1) for the Humber Youth Games at the Kingston Park Tennis Centre, Hull. Both won their "pool", but were beaten in the final. Hopefully they will now be part of the squad chosen to represent the East Riding.

If anyone is interested in joining the Tennis Club, further details are available from Jane Crossley, 420462. Membership fees are very reasonable; £24 family, £12 adult, £5 junior. We offer opportunities to play socially and competitively at different levels – everyone is welcome, whatever their standard.

The sub-committee is putting together funding bids for the all-weather courts project, whilst estimates are being finalised. The prospect of playing in the winter and more opportunities to play in summer, irrespective of the "good old British weather" keeps us going! Please contact any club member if you would like to know more about the project.

Just a reminder, now that the weather is improving and it gives us a chance to catch up in the garden –

Also, as it gets warmer we leave windows open –

Albert Pritchard, Field View, Eastgate Tel. 420626

With the exception of turtle doves and spotted flycatchers all our usual summer migrant birds seem to have arrived. If anyone has seen either of the two mentioned species I would be interested to know. Numbers of migrant birds seem to have continued their gradual decline but some of our residents, song thrushes and yellowhammers in particular, are present in better numbers than in recent years. Unusual breeding places include a robin in a lever-arch file,a wren in a coil of rope, a blackbird in a hanging basket and a blue tit in an old water pump.

There have been several reports of piles of feathers which appear to have belonged to collared doves, which probably signifies a breeding pair of a bird of prey. The most likely species is sparrow hawk but it would need a large female to be capable of killing a bird the size of a collared dove. The other alternative is a goshawk but no sightings have been reported and we are in the wrong sort of habitat really.

One migrant butterfly, the painted lady, made an appearance in late April and it's caterpillars are to be encouraged since their foodplant is the thistle. The most obvious insect of the moment is a very large beetle with an orangey-brown back and a black and white zigzag stripe down it's side. The cockchafer beetle or May-bug as it is sometimes called is an insect of mature pasture and preferably mature woodland. They are destructive creatures eating leaves and stems but are usually only found in small numbers so their effect is limited. Crane flies "daddy long legs" have also appeared and their larvae, usually referred to as leatherjackets are also destructive but usually found in damper places.

There have been two moths of note. The tissue, recorded a couple of weeks ago is a scarce species in Yorkshire and has only previously been recorded here once before and that was twenty years ago. The other is the pine beauty a common moth in coniferous plantations but was recorded here for the first time during April.

Following the initial reports of water vole, several other people have seen it and two have now been seen together with each report coming from the area of the children’s playground.

By Mr DA Butler, Chiropodist / Podiatrist

Let your imagination run wild: You’re stuffed into a suitcase that’s being tossed around all day. You’re hot and sweaty, barely able to breathe. There’s no relief in sight.

Not a pretty picture…..but a pretty fair representation of what the skin of your feet has to cope with every day. No wonder the first thing many people do when they arrive home is to take off their shoes. Ahh, the fresh air, the pleasure!!!

Considering the fact that your feet must live in an environment that would violate the Geneva Convention, it’s not surprising that skin problems constitute the number one reason people visit a Chiropodist? Podiatrist. Most of these problems are either preventable or curable..

The skin of the feet is a marvel of dermatology, different from the skin elsewhere on the body (except the palms). It is ten times the thickness of normal skin, yet despite this protection, many friction related disorders still occur.

Corns and calluses are accumulations of dead skin which are created by the body to protect the underlying foot bones and structures from excessive damage. Abnormal stresses such as friction can stimulate the skin to grow faster than the body can shed it off. Corns and calluses are the result. Contrary to public belief corns don’t have roots, they aren’t contagious nor are they inherited.

The friction that stimulates most corn and callus formation generally occurs when the skin finds itself squeezed between the shoe on the outside and a bone on the inside. Initially the corn or callus serves a useful function in that it toughens the skin. If however the cause of the problem (either the ill-fitting shoe and/or the underlying bone) is not corrected, the lesion will grow and after a while, the corn or callus will be so large that instead of protecting the foot, it will cause pain.

This is when you normally come to the surgery for treatment, but the easiest way to prevent the problem is to wear only properly fitting shoes, just like your Mother always told you to! If your feet don’t rub against the inside of the shoe, it’s doubtful you’ll ever develop corns!!

Yes, we have a new Chairman – and a new Vice-chairman too! The Chairman is well known as Newsletter editor, Mrs Pam Campbell, and Vice-chairman is the also well known Mr Paul Burgess. They, or any member of the Parish Council, are pleased to help with any village queries.

The Accounts are ready for audit, as you will see from the copy below. We still have a high balance which the auditor is sure to pick up on, so a note will be attached explaining circumstance regarding less expense than expected, especially in relation to the Village Hall. Also, that if the Parish Council decide to purchase a new bus shelter, there will be much more expenditure than budgeted for in the current year.

At the time of writing, there is a rumour in the village that Appleby’s are unwilling to take over the Gypsey Rider service on 1st June, after all. I have heard nothing officially on this, but if I do, will see that any notices are put up immediately on notice boards and bus shelters. However, I must say that I would be surprised if we were let down in this way. East Riding of Yorkshire Council had two tenders submitted, so if Appleby’s can’t do it, they will surely set the other one on, I would have thought.

The Parish Meeting had been publicised in advance and appropriate notices displayed a few days before-hand. Nevertheless, if anyone was waiting to see the May newsletter for confirmation before attending, please accept our apologies. One thing of note was raised by the only person, apart form the then Chairman and Clerk, in attendance at 7 p.m. The Clerk was offered a computer free-of-charge for Parish Council use. This was accepted, especially as a printer was subsequently offered to go with it. Though not particularly "computer-minded," your clerk did pass a basic course a few years ago, so will do his best!

The next Parish Council meeting will be back to a normal Wednesday, on 28th June. Notice of audit has just been received, earlier than usual, that it is to be on the 24th July. Full official notice will appear next month.

P Crossland (Clerk)

by Dick Robinson

This is the month when apple trees go through the strange habit of shedding small fruits, much to the annoyance of some gardeners. This is known as June Drop and is nature’s way of thinning heavy crops but sometimes nature appears to go too far and overdo this business, and we have little or no apples left on the trees. A dry year like the last one can contribute to this. Some varieties have the bad habit of dropping their apples just before they become ripe; Beauty of Bath is notorious, in fact when it was grown commercially years ago as an early dessert fruit, the growers used to lay a cover of straw under the trees to reduce the bruising of the falling apples, and it became known as the straw apple. It’s a nice variety with a slight pink tinge in the flesh, crisp and juicy when fully ripe but a target for blackbirds. The woolly aphhis or American Blight pest is active at this time of year, on small modern trees it’s not too difficult to control with an insecticide but on the old standard shaped trees we still see in some gardens it’s just about impossible to check the spread of this member fo the greenfly family, which incidentally often attacks the firethorn Pyracantha varieties. The runner beans should be making growth by now, this is a quality vegetable that likes plenty of sun and moisture at the roots and later, when in flower, a humid atmosphere helps to set the blooms, very often the first trusses fail to set and gardeners are disappointed with the lack of those early tender beans. A spray over the vines does help to fertilize and set the flowers. Soot was once used in considerable quantities by the sprout growers in Bedfordshire, tons of the filthy stuff was brought out from London – but no longer, due to the clean air Act. Chrysanth and celery growers also liked soot; I recall spraying chrysanths with weak soot water, what a mucky job mixing it – a bit similar to trying to mix cocoa and milk in water. Old soot has a value in the vegetable garden, it does discourage slugs and encourages growth but is still not the best of materials to handle.

We should be clear of frosts by now so its time to plant out the Dahlia family as one of the best cut flower group together with sweet peas. Like the runner bean, dahlias love warmth and moisture, and if a little soot is left over, a mulch with old soot is beneficial. This is the month when most gardeners sow next years wallflowers, Brompton stocks, sweet williams, forget-me-nots and most biennials. Thin sowing is important as seed is pricy so be careful and economical, most seeds of flowers will keep another year.

Following last month’s appeal for ideas to celebrate the Queen Mum’s birthday, Jeannette Ward tells me that there was a "do" to celebrate the Queen Mum’s 80th Birthday, 20 years ago. Invitation cards were sent to all village residents over 60, and a "tea" organised by other residents was held in the Village Hall. A guest speaker – entertainer, Ernie Teal, was present by invitation. A very good time was had by all, I’m told! Phillip

The next meeting is on June 6th at 7.15p.m. in the Village Hall. Sharon Chatterton will be speaking on Natural Weight Management. The competition is a Fresh Flower Buttonhole.

Hostesses – W. Proctor and M. Reed.

The next meeting is on June 20th at 7.30 p.m. Venue – Joan and Hazel Conner. Speaker – Judy Brown, Leader – Joan Jackson, Vote of thanks – Pat Stephenson,

Hostesses – Joan and Hazel Conner.

The meeting is open to everyone, so please would as many people as possible try to

attend.

Wendy Proctor

Played by all teams from division one and two on a knock out basis, the final against the Ferns from Carnaby proved a thrilling, if not an almost heart stopping match. The team to score the first eight from a possible fifteen points available win’s, and after the first six games the Bosville Arms squad where leading five to one. Things started to slip and with the last pair playing the score reached seven points each with only one to play for. All present were now watching the last game. The pair for the Bosville Arms looked to be in trouble trailing down the last leg by quite a few pegs. But with some determination they pulled back and eventually snatched the final point leaving the opposition still wanting two pegs to finish.

Team captain Dave Hamill was ably supported throughout the season by his squad of Rev. Stephen Cope, Alison Cope, Keith Stevenson, Lee Moat, Jackie Bell, Albert Pritchard,

Simon Willingham, Gordon Willingham and Tony Hogan. With occasional help from, Dave Sellers and Pete Gray. Their achievement was even more magnificent as four of the squad were only introduced to the game this season.

Yet even more success for the Bosville Arms when the newly formed Ladies Tuesday night Darts Team won the 1001 Team Cup at the first year of trying. And this may only be the beginning for the ladies who comprise of Emma Firth, Jackie Bell, Catherine Hogan, Pat Cully, Sally Walker and Sue Gilbank, plus emergency stand in Jane Richardson, as they are still in the hunt for three more cups this year.

The first the Paul Barker Cup team knockout will see the team play their semi- final and final before the end of May. The following week Emma & Catherine are through to the semi- final & finals of the doubles knockout and Emma is set to play in the finals of the captain’s cup. Lets hope they continue their success and end up with a cabinet full of trophies.

New opening days for Restaurant

Following the appointment of head chef Emma Firth who joins the Bosville with a proven track record, having experience in many establishments including the famous Ganton Golf Club.

The Bosville Arms Country Restaurant will now open every lunch time and evening, seven days a week.

Emma will be reviewing the existing menu with a view to introducing her own specialist style.

There will also be daily and weekend specials.

For the wine connoisseur Johnathan is in the process of introducing a new and exciting range of fine yet competitively priced wines.

BRIDLINGTON

CHIROPODY SURGERY

Chiropodist/Podiatrist

Registered Member of the British Member of the British Chiropody Association

Bridlington’s ONLY full time Surgery.

Evening Surgery and Home Visits also.

Ring (01262) 674116 for an appointment

Or call in at:

6 Prospect Arcade

(on Palace Car Park, next to Citizens Advice)

Bridlington

Rudston Open Gardens in aid of Rudston Church will take place on Saturday and Sunday,

Nine gardens will be open, so far. If anyone else would like to participate, please ring Margaret Reed on 420648.

Contributions for the Tombola, Bring & Buy and Cake stalls will be most welcome and can be given to any Church member.

A Line Dance has been arranged at Low Caythorpe on Saturday, June 24th. Tickets £5. For tickets and further information contact June & Mike Sellars (01262) 240237. Come and have a fun night out on the farm – in the barn!

North Wolds Lions have also re-started their Car Boot Sales at Carnaby – in the fields behind John Bull Rock. If you are thinking of selling things from your car boot – please support the North Wolds Charities by selling at our car boot sales.

Car Boot dates for this season are shown below. They start at 7.30 am and open to the public from 8am – 1pm.

Many thanks to all who helped with and supported the Fashion Show on 23rd May. The sum of £261.92 was raised in aid of the new Village Hall.

Fiona Turner

Whitsun... once upon a time it was a holiday week (before they shifted it to Spring Bank Holiday), and it’s still one of the most important days in the church calendar. It’s also been called the Church’s Birthday, for it was the day when a group of uncertain former fishermen, tax-collectors, freedom fighters and hangers-on suddenly became courageous enough to go out and to tell anyone who cared to listen that Jesus Christ was the Son of God, and that not only had he been crucified, but also that he had risen from the dead, and actually, this mattered to everyone.

It was the coming of the Holy Spirit, to give it a technical translation; the realisation of God’s power among them (and indeed still among us), to demonstrate what it meant.

We need a new Whitsun today throughout the church. For many, many years the clergy claimed as their own job the task of telling everyone about Jesus. But that was wrong of them. It should always have been everyone’s job, to a greater or lesser extent. And now we’ve not enough clergy (so they tell me), so it is time for everyone to reclaim not only the duty of being open Christians, prepared to talk about their faith and to learn about it, but also for everyone to reclaim that same power which those first disciples suddenly had.

If God is God, and Christianity is right, then (as Jesus said) it will prevail. And we need have no fear or shame about proclaiming it. Why not reclaim your Christian heritage of the Holy Spirit this Whitsun? STEPHEN