7th July
Thursday 6 July 2023
Contact: 01427 891376
MISTERTON GALA – ANOTHER GREAT SUCCESS! (+ pix)
Many thanks to the Gala team for making this year's event such a success. Blessed with good weather (apart from the wind, which 'attacked' some of the gazebos!), it went off without a hitch. Hundreds turned up to support the annual village event – and thanks also to the stallholders; those who volunteered to help on the day; the First Responders team; Be’dazzled and Everett Fox School of Dance; Misterton Fire & Rescue Service, live musicians - and many more. Too many to mention but you know who you are! Pictured are some of the many activities; there are more pictures on Misterton Parish Council’s Facebook page. Proceeds from the Gala (after expenses) will go to Five Villages First Responders.
2ND JAPANFEST BRINGS A TOUCH OF THE ORIENT TO BASSETLAW
A taste of Japan comes to Retford in August with the second Japan Fest –a celebration of Japanese culture and anime at Retford Town Hall. This event is on Sunday 20 August from 11.00am to 6.00pm.
There will be traditional arts and crafts including origami and calligraphy, tea ceremonies, introduction to the Japanese language, Japanese drumming and other live music – and much more. For further details, go to the JapanFest Facebook page and www.otakuworld.co.uk, which is also the place to re-book tickets.
BIG MARKET DAY OPEN TO STALLHOLDERS
Retford’s next Big Market Day is on Saturday 15 July. There’s a Farmers’ Market and Craft Market as well as the traditional Saturday Market. There is a circus skills workshop for children and Hathersage Brass Band will entertain visitors. Anyone wanting a craft stall can benefit from special rates: a half-table and insurance is just £10 – call 077725 768 392 for details and to book or go to Online Business Services at www.bassetlaw.gov.uk
GRANTS AVAILABLE TO MISTERTON BUSINESSES
Bassetlaw District Council has nearly £715,000 funding for rural community groups and businesses for projects such as the improvement of community facilities and green spaces, as well as projects to boost rural tourism and community infrastructure. It will also support local enterprises such as agricultural businesses looking to diversify or expand their commerce, and rural businesses looking to launch or grow their products and services.
Further details of the funding and how to apply can be found on the REPF page of the Bassetlaw District Council website. The key dates are:
- closing date for expressions of interest on Tuesday 18 July at 5.00pm
- applicants invited to submit a full application should do so between 12noon on Monday 7 August and 12noon on Tuesday 15 September 2023.
To request a copy of the REPF Expression of Interest Form, or for any queries, e-mail UKSPF@bassetlaw.gov.uk
HEALTHY SUNDAY
Thirty exhibitors representing health organisations, sports activities and clubs, the NHS – and more - have signed up for the second Healthy Sunday, held in Retford’s Market Square on Sunday 16 July between 10.00am and 2.00pm. There’s a chance to get a free health check and advice on medical conditions and illness prevention. In addition, there are music and dance performances, and workshops.
BASSETLAW ACTION CENTRE: UPDATE
Bassetlaw Action Centre (BAC) is continuing to provide:
- community transport for essential journeys – health appointments and shopping, for example
- housing advice services, which are telephone-based primarily but face-to-face appointments are also available
- a menu of Befriending services – including group befriending, telephone befriending, face to face and peer befriending
- the Staying Well Programme (6-week self-management course for people with a long-term condition) available both virtually and face to face
- Get Out Get Active (GOGA) service encourages people to become more active and will continue to offer one-to-one support
- home support service – a domiciliary service to help people who are just starting to struggle at home (this is a paid-for service)
- minibus trips – including the newly launched lunch club trips.
BAC would like to hear from anyone with a few hours to spare, who would like to volunteer to support the Action Centre to deliver essential services to local older and vulnerable people. In particular, BAC is looking for more local volunteer drivers to help people to get to health appointments and for shopping. Volunteers are paid 45p per mile for every mile they drive on behalf of the scheme.
For further details on any of the above please contact BAC on 01777 709650 or by e-mail (enquiries@actioncentre.org.uk) Further information can be found on the website: www.bassetlawactioncentre.org.uk.
DIARY DATES
2nd Tuesday each month
Coffee morning, Church Room, 10.30am. Freshly baked goodies—and friendly faces! £2 plus raffle
Tuesday 11 July
Meeting of Misterton Parish Council, Granary Room, Grove Farm, 7.30pm
Thursday 13 July
Coffee Morning in the Methodist Hall, 10.00-11.00am. Weekly - all welcome
Mobile community shop, 10.30am – 12 noon, outside the Parish Church
Saturday 15 July
Retford’s Big Market Day, Market Square, 8.30am – 1.00pm (2.30pm for the Craft and Saturday markets)
Sunday 16 July
Holy Communion, Gringley Parish Church, 9.30am
Healthy Sunday with a range of stalls and activities in Retford Market Square. To book a stall, call (01427) 891376
Wednesday 19 July
Service of Morning Prayer, Parish Church, Misterton, 10.00am (note change of venue for the summer months)
Wednesday 26 July
Ready, Set, Games! event for children and families, supporting the Summer Reading Challenge, Misterton Library, 2.30-4.30pm
Sunday 20 August
JapanFest, Retford Town Hall, 11.00am – 6.00pm. Tickets £8 online (otakuworld.co.uk) or £10 at the door
Saturday 9 September
Misterton Gardeners Club (MGC) Annual Show, Church Room, Church Lane, Misterton. Exhibitors from 9.00-11.00am; open to the public at 1.15pm. Details on MGC Facebook page
WEST STOCKWITH NEWS
Thursday 6 July 2023
Contact: 01427 891376
VISIT LOCAL VILLAGE CHURCHES FOR CHARITY
Notts Historic Churches Trust has recently supported the refurbishment of the roof of St Mary’s Church with the promise of a substantial grant. So now’s the time to saddle up to raise funds for the Trust by taking part in this year’s Ride & Stride on Saturday 9 September. It’s a chance to cycle, walk, ride on horseback… use any means of transport to attract sponsors and to visit churches; the total money raised is split between the Trust and the participating church you support. Visit as many as you can – set yourself a challenge. Can you visit all the churches in the Oswaldbeck Benefice: Beckingham, Clayworth, Gringley, Misterton, Walkeringham, and West Stockwith?
There are eight reasons to get involved:
- saving beautiful buildings for the next generation
- explore the fine heritage these special buildings have to offer…
- … and you won’t have to travel far to see it
- anyone can take part
- get a physical and mental boost
- come closer to nature, too
- there’s a photography competition
- and free refreshments!
For more information, go to: nottshistoricchurchestrust.org.uk/ridestride/
BASSETLAW ACTION CENTRE: UPDATE
Bassetlaw Action Centre (BAC) is continuing to provide:
- community transport for essential journeys – health appointments and shopping, for example
- housing advice services, which are telephone-based primarily but face-to-face appointments are also available
- a menu of Befriending services – including group befriending, telephone befriending, face to face and peer befriending
- the Staying Well Programme (6-week self-management course for people with a long-term condition) available both virtually and face to face
- Get Out Get Active (GOGA) service encourages people to become more active and will continue to offer one-to-one support
- home support service – a domiciliary service to help people who are just starting to struggle at home (this is a paid-for service)
- minibus trips – including the newly launched lunch club trips.
BAC would like to hear from anyone with a few hours to spare, who would like to volunteer to support the Action Centre to deliver essential services to local older and vulnerable people. In particular, BAC is looking for more local volunteer drivers to help people to get to health appointments and for shopping. Volunteers are paid 45p per mile for every mile they drive on behalf of the scheme.
For further details on any of the above please contact BAC on 01777 709650 or by e-mail (enquiries@actioncentre.org.uk) Further information can be found on the website: www.bassetlawactioncentre.org.uk.
DIARY DATES
2nd Tuesday each month
Coffee morning, Church Room, Misterton, 10.30am. Freshly baked goodies—and friendly faces! £2 plus raffle
Thursday 13 July
Coffee Morning in the Methodist Hall, Misterton, 10.00-11.00am. Weekly - all welcome
Mobile community shop, 10.30am – 12 noon, outside the Parish Church
Meeting of West Stockwith Parish Council, Village Hall, 7.30pm
Sunday 16 July
Holy Communion, Gringley Parish Church, 9.30am
Healthy Sunday with a range of stalls and activities in Retford Market Square, 10.00am – 2.00pm. To book a stall, call (01427) 891376
Wednesday 19 July
Service of Morning Prayer, Parish Church, Misterton, 10.00am (note change of venue for the summer months)
Wednesday 26 July
Ready, Set, Games! event for children and families, supporting the Summer Reading Challenge, Misterton Library, 2.30-4.30pm
Sunday 20 August
JapanFest, Retford Town Hall, 11.00am – 6.00pm. Tickets £8 online (otakuworld.co.uk) or £10 at the door
Saturday 9 September
Misterton Gardeners Club (MGC) Annual Show, Church Room, Church Lane, Misterton. Exhibitors from 9.00-11.00am; open to the public at 1.15pm. Details on MGC Facebook page