FEBRUARY 2008 Issue No 242
THE COUNTRYSIDE CODE
There are five sections of The Countryside Code dedicated to helping members of the public respect, protect and enjoy the countryside...
Be safe, plan ahead and follow any signs
Leave gates and property as you find them
Protect plants and animals and take your litter home
Keep dogs under close control
Consider other people
www.countrysideaccess.gov.uk/things_to_know/countryside_code
WALK SCILLY 08
- The Isles of Scilly Walking Festival 24th 31st March 2008
Dear Editor
I would like to bring to your and hopefully your readers attention, an exciting festival happening in the region. Walk Scilly08 is a 7 day long walking festival taking place on the Isles of Scilly and I write to you in the hope that you may feature the event in any whats on/things of interest listing in your parish magazine.
Theres lots more information for your readers on the Walk Scilly website www.walkscilly.co.uk or via the Scilly Tourist office on 01720 422536 but essentially the festival is a celebration of the beauty of the Isles of Scilly via a
series of guided walks, talks and musical events. Local and Cornish experts will lead a number of walks on topics such as flowers, shipwrecks, Tresco Abbey Garden, archaeology, wildlife, the narcissi flower industry, beachcombing, birds and of particular interest for your readers perhaps, a spiritual walk which will explore the fascinating history, significance and role the three churches play on St Marys. This walk is being led by Rev David
Easton of St Marys Methodist Church.
The transport providers are promoting excellent return and day trip fares and a number of accommodation outlets will be offering short break packages to visitors wishing to attend the Walk Scilly08 festival. I do hope this may be of interest to your readers.
Kind regards
Further information: is available from: Richard Wilcox, Secretary, Walk Scilly, Rocky Hill, Flat 1, St. Mary's TR21 0NE T: 01720 422536 W: www.walkscilly.co.uk E: enquiries@walkscilly.co.uk
For a Booking Form either pick one up in Jeffs shop or go on-line and print one off at www.walkscilly.co.uk
BENEFICE PANCAKE PARTY
Shrove Tuesday, 5th February, 5.006.30 pm. The children of the Sunday School would like you to join them at Week St Mary Rectory where there will be lots of batter and plenty of toppings for you to make tasty pancakes to your own liking.
This is a time for fun and eating up before Lent begins the next day, Ash Wednesday. A very warm and yummy
welcome awaits all those from across the benefice who would like to come. Looking forward to seeing you.
THE CHURCHES & CHAPELS OF WEEK ST MARY BENEFICE & CIRCUIT
WOMENS WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
God's Wisdom Provides New Understanding written by the Christian women of Guyana, at 2.30 pm on Friday 7th March at Week St Mary Church, Refreshments afterwards. All are welcome and encouraged to join us.
WELCOME TO THE VILLAGE
Alan, Carole & Juanita at 4, Broad Close
Daniel & Stacey, Camomile Cottage, Ashbury Grove
Rill to Clematis Cottage, Ashbury Grove
Sarah, Hugh and family to Ashbury Grove
We hope you will all be very happy in Week St Mary.
Keep your eyes open for news of events and activities that you can join in with in the future!
Please dont be afraid to contact the editor (editor@weekstmaryvillage.co.uk) or Caroline in the shop if you
need any further information about life in the Parish.
BOYTON COUNTRYSIDERS CLUB
For details of Boyton Countrysiders club please contact Norah Jewell on WSM 341580
THE CHURCHES & CHAPELS OF THE WEEK ST MARY BENEFICE & CIRCUIT
FAIR TRADE FORTNIGHT COFFEE MORNING
On Thursday 21st February from 10.30 am until 12 midday our Churches Together in Week St Mary will be holding this event to bring attention to the goods that guarantee a better deal for Third World producers. We warmly welcome you to join us for a cup of coffee in the Week St Mary Methodist Church Sunday School Room where there will be a bring-and-buy stall and a variety of Tradecraft products on sale and display.
WOMEN'S INSTITUTE
A busy December found members attending a group Carol Service at the Methodist Chapel in Whitstone, and hosting a Christmas Party for themselves and guests from the WIs of Canworthy Water and North Tamerton. President Chris Davies welcomed guest speaker Tim Dingle from the NCDC Coast and Countryside Service to our January meeting, where he proceeded to give a very interesting talk and slide show on the flora and fauna found in the variety of habitats of North Cornwall. The remainder of the evening was spent organising our calendar of events and speakers for 2008. The WSM WI meet every third Wednesday of the month in the Methodist Chapel Hall. Visitors and new members are always welcome to come along.
BUDE RURAL INTER PARISH SHIELDS VOLLEYBALL & FAMILY DISCO PENSTOWE (KILKHAMPTON)
SATURDAY 9th FEBRUARY, 1pm to 8pm
The next BRIPS event is a Volleyball tournament (indoors) at Penstowe, near Kilkhampton. As usual, there will be knockout competitions (teams of 5) for the 3 age groups:
Juniors (school years 4, 5 & 6)
Colts (school years 7, 8 & 9)
Seniors (school years 10, 11 & 12)
We hope some leading UK volleyball players will be coming along to give tips/demonstrations and to present the prizes. The Volleyball competitions will be followed by a family disco in the evening.
Timetable:
12.30 Meet Parish Hall Car Park
13.00 Arrive Penstowe
13.45 Volleyball tournaments
18.15 Disco starts
20.00 Disco finishes
Light refreshments (courtesy of Co-op) should be available for the players during the afternoon but money will be needed for drinks and burgers at the disco. There are changing rooms and cash and valuables will be looked after during the volleyball. Please come along and support the teams. All are invited to the disco, including brothers and sisters. Stephen Smith (341689, 07770-756212)
SPORTS COACHING COURSES
Anyone (16 and over) who is interested in taking a Level 1 or Level 2 coaching course in a particular sport (eg football, netball, badminton, table tennis, volleyball) please contact me. It may be possible to arrange sponsorship for the full cost of the course through the BRIPS organisation.
BE PREPARED FOR FLOODING
The Environment Agency has recently published advice on what to do to be prepared for flooding. The article is summarised here and some information will also be posted on the Parish Notice Board.
How do I find out if I am at risk?
Visit www.environment-agency.gov.uk/Floodline or call 0845 988 1188. For the deaf and hard of hearing there is a Minicom service 0845 602 6340. All you have to do is type in your postcode on the website and the flood map will
show you a guide to the chance of flooding in your area low, moderate or significant. You may be eligible to receive flood warnings from the free Flood Warnings Direct service by telephone, mobile, fax, email, SMS text or pager. The Environment Agencys website shows the current Flood Warning situation throughout England and Wales, it is automatically updated every 15 minutes, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
What information can I get from Floodline?
Trained operators are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and can provide immediate and practical advice on flood risk and what to do before, during and after a flood. They can also provide you with a Quickdial number which allows fast access to any recorded flood warnings for your local area. BT calls cost up to 4p per minute plus 6p set-up fee from your home. Other providers and mobiles may vary. Flooding can affect campsites, caravan and holiday parks Caravan and camping parks are particularly vulnerable in a flood.
Is a site is in a flood risk area it is important to know what actions to take to safeguard visitors, staff and the business in the event of flooding. If you own or manage such a park you should have an evacuation plan that can be put into operation in the event of a flood. A permanent warning notice should be displayed, holiday makers will want to know that the sites they choose are as safe and secure as possible.
After a flood: A flood is a very worrying and often frightening experience. When the flood water has gone down there is the additional stress of cleaning your property and repairing the damage caused. If it is necessary for you to help in the cleaning up, suitable protective clothing should be worn. Cover open wounds on exposed skin with a waterproof plaster and wear rubber gloves. Be aware - flood water may be contaminated with sewage, chemicals, animal faeces/urine and rotting food. All food and drink suspected of being contaminated should be thrown away. Always move slowly and carefully. Standing water and mud can obscure holes and sharp objects.
Flood products
You can reduce the amount of water entering your property by using flood protection products. These are designed to seal potential flood routes into a property. Barriers to external doors usually take the form of a plastic or metal flood board that can be quickly installed across a doorway in advance of floodwater arriving. Air brick covers can be fixed over air vents in external walls. Protection against flooding caused by backflow from drains can be prevented by fitting nonreturn valves and bungs to drainage systems.
Sandbags
Unfilled sandbags and a supply of sand can be purchased from DIY stores and builders merchants. Remember that if there is a flood in your area demand may exceed supply. Some local authorities supply sandbags contact yours to find out. Do not fill sandbags more than half full. Remember that they can get heavy quickly, so do not overfill, or fill them too far away from where you want to position
them. Place the sandbags parallel to the direction of flow. Tuck the opened end under the filled half of the bag and position it pointing into the water flow. Place a plastic sheet under the sandbags to help make them more waterproof. Take care sand is abrasive wear protective gloves.
Flooding from rivers
Flood can happen quickly and at short notice. Beware of flood hazards
Flooding can present a major risk to life due to the high volume and speed of the water involved. It can also result in extensive damage to property and infrastructure. Never try to swim through fast flowing water you may get swept away or struck by an object in the water. Floods can kill. Do not try to walk through flood water six inches of fast flowing water can knock you over. Do not walk next to rivers or cross river bridges during a flood you may get swept away by the fast flowing water or bridges may collapse.
Prepare an Emergency Flood Plan
Flooding happens quickly and often when you least expect it, prepare an emergency flood plan and keep it somewhere safe. Make a list of useful telephone numbers: include floodline, insurance company emergency and claim numbers, family and neighbours and your local authority. Check your insurance and find out exactly what is covered in a flood. Know where to turn off gas electricity and water. Store valuable and sentimental items and important documents upstairs or in a high place. Make up a flood kit, including a torch, blankets, waterproof clothing, wellingtons, battery operated radio, bottled water, first aid kit and medication.
Flooding from the sea
Tragically people have lost their lives during severe weather conditions by the sea. Do not walk along piers, seawalls or quaysides during flood events. Large waves may push you over and its possible to be swept away. Beware large waves crashing onshore may contain rocks and debris causing injury. Do not walk on or near the edge of quays or harbours during a high tide when conditions are hazardous it may be difficult to see where the edge is. Do not park vehicles near the edge of quays or harbours during flood events.
Floodwater can damage your vehicle. Move the car to higher ground if it is safe to
do so.
Beware of dangers flooding can cause
Do not attempt to leave a flooded area by car as you may put yourself at more risk. Fords people can get trapped and put their lives at risk when they enter a ford and cant get out. Remember do not enter deep fast flowing water think safety Do not try to drive through flood water two feet of water can float a car. Ask yourself do you really know how deep and fast the water is? Floodwater can hide hazards do you know what is beneath the water? Manhole covers can come off during a flood and there may be other hazards you cannot see.
Climate change
Floods are natural events with far reaching impacts on people and the environment. They are expected to become more frequent and severe in future due to the effects of climate change. In the South West, impacts of climate change are expected to include: increased tidal and coastal flooding due to rising sea levels and more frequent storms resulting in increased tide levels from storm surges and rough seas with large waves at exposed locations, increased river flooding due to wetter winters and increased storms causing more frequent intense rainfall and flash flooding. We can all make a difference to climate change by identifying one change in our lifestyle which will reduce our impact on the environment.
CAROL SERVICE
The collection at the Carol Service held Sunday 23rd December, resulted in the splendid sum of £181 for NCH.
NCH are involved in projects around the U.K. helping over 178,000 children, young people and their families and it is only through support such as this that they are able to meet new childcare needs.
DO YOU KNOW THE WHEREABOUTS OF YOUR DOG/DOGS?
We have had an incident of sheep worrying upon our land which left two sheep dead, one sheep having to be shot due to the serious nature of its injuries and one that is being treated for a broken leg but at this stage we do not know if it will recover. A further 16 sheep were found in fields approximately a quarter of a mile away from the incident. Thankfully these had no injuries. Our thanks go to all those who assisted us in seeking the missing sheep and to Pat and Pete Johns & Ronnie Harris who found them.
Please Note Our land encompasses Rectory/Glebe, Castle Ditch, East Steele, West Steele, Steele Woods, Hartham & Odd Mill and we have the legal right, where necessary, to shoot any dog/dogs that are found to be chasing or worrying our livestock. Patrick Coles
PARISH HALL - HOW GOES IT?
Over the last few weeks we have had some foul weather which has highlighted the leaking problems of the halls flat felt roof. Water has come through in a good many places causing concern as to the damage to the timbers and plaster board ceiling. We are endeavouring to have the roof patched once again, but must wait till the roof is dry.
An on going problem caused by the leaking roof is the reluctance of the heating boiler to start due to the dampness. This has meant that I have had to dry out the system some time before an event and leave it on at a low setting.
The water heater in the kitchen has given up and will have to be replaced. However on a more positive and exciting side the proposed project of a new `Community Centre` by the Development Steering Group, is moving on a pace.
Once we have firmed up a few more details, the Parish Hall Committee intend to call an `Open Meeting` of the Week St Mary Parish, in order to decide on the future of the Hall. I must emphasise that we are bound by the constitution that 75% of the persons (over 18yrs) attending the meeting must agree to any sale of the Hall and ground. It is possible that such a meeting could be arranged for the middle of next month, so please keep this in mind, good support is essential. Len Davies
WSM LADIES SKITTLES A&B TEAMS
With the festive season behind us the second half of the Holsworthy and District League commenced on 10th January with Team A second place in the League with 26 points and Team B with 14 points under their belt. The
10th January home game against Crown E & F brought another 2 points each and a bye on 17th January. The highest score since the last report was Liz Hodgson Team A with 123 away game at Magpie R.BL and Marion Smith 154 home game against Crown E & F.
LONDON BRIDGES WALK - Sunday 6th July, 2008
Enjoy a great day of sight-seeing and support Kidney Research UK by walking eight of Londons Bridges. The London Bridges Walk starts and finishes at the newly refurbished Potters Fields Park on the south side of the
Thames near Tower Bridge. Walkers will cross eight bridges between Tower Bridge and Westminster, including London and Millenium Bridges. Last Year, over 1600 people joined the procession and for many it was their first introduction to the capital. It costs 8.00 pounds per person to take part and this price includes a special event t-shirt. There is no minimum sponsorship required but walkers are encouraged to raise as much sponsorship as they can. For more details contact the Events Team T: 08456 121226 E: events@kidneyresearchuk.org W: www.kidneyresearchuk.org
RUMINATIONS FROM THE RECTORY - MISSION TO UMZIMVUBU
Many of you will remember the visit of our friend Reverend Mzikaeze Fodo last summer and his wonderful Archbishop Tutu scarecrow which was displayed in the church during the Week St Mary Scarecrow Festival. Mzi came to us from the Parish of Umzimvubu in the Diocese of Umzimvubu in South Eastern South Africa. He came to see how we in the Diocese of Truro live and work and to promote several projects for which his Parish desperately needs funds. His visit was part of a developing exchange programme which our Dioceses are both actively involved
in. At this very moment there are 14 Cornish people in Umzimvubu who are visiting under the guidance of Canon David Steven who has lived and worked in South Africa and is currently staying there for 6 months.
Their mission is to see the various projects which our Diocese is supporting in Umzimvubu by our regular giving and our special fund raising; to see for themselves the impact of HIV/Aids on the communities that they visit and to see the work that Archdeacon Vuyani Buso and his wife Phyllis (who visited us last year) are doing with Aids Orphans in their parishes. In February/March Reverend Rob, Jenny Coultard from St Minver and Lesley Booker from Week St Mary are going out to Umzimvubu on a similar visit. Our mission is to visit and assess proposed development projects in agriculture, rural crafts, schooling and child care and to report back on the needs that we find that may be addressed by funding from our Diocese and from other grant sources.
We will be living in the Parishes of the former African Homeland of the Transkei where black Africans were made to live during Apartheid and sometimes in remote rural villages where the impact of HIV/Aids can most strikingly be seen. We will also be paying a 45% of the population of South Africa currently suffer from HIV/Aids and there are never less than 300 orphans in any of the parishes that we visit. There may be opportunities to help these people
directly during our visit both practically and financially and we would like to appeal to anyone who feels they would like to contribute in any way, to get in touch and tell us what they want to do and what they think we can do on their behalf. We are very aware that whatever we do or take with us will be only a tiny drop in an ocean of need but nevertheless any thing we do will make a difference to those we help who at present have no help. We have a 30 kg luggage allowance each and all three of us will be taking as little in the way of personal belongings as we can possibly manage. The rest of the space will be for items that may be of use to leave in Umzimvubu. For example, I have been given a large bunch of free gift promotional pens from someone who has been saving them. Rob is taking coloured pencils; Jenny is taking clothes that she will wear and then leave for her hosts. We will also take money. Some has been collected already but we hope to be able to arrange to take more so any gifts would be much appreciated. Please help us to make our visit worthwhile and be part of our Dioceses efforts to make a difference. Thank you Lesley Booker (and
RevdRob).
WEEK ST MARY PARISH COUNCIL
The Parish Council Meeting took place on Monday 21st January under the chairmanship of Mr J Ward with 8 Councillors, Mr Phil Tucker District Councillor, and 2 members of the public present. The following matters were discussed: Cornwall County Council is consulting on future street light policy: the vote was to retain the status quo.
Mr & Mrs Murdock wished to raise issues regarding the procedure for discussing planning application2007/02402 Garage Week St Mary. In this case the plans had arrived after the scheduled Parish Council meeting and the NCDC Development Officer had said the matter would not wait till the next Parish Council meeting. The Standing Orders permit calling an Emergency Meeting, and this had been done. It is not protocol to specifically invite parishioners to meetings though everyone is free to attend. It was noted that the Parish Council is not the decision-maker, this power rests with NCDC. It was added that the comments of the District Councillor (and the affected individual) probably has more weight than those of the Parish Council. Although all that has been done is legally correct, the Clerk will consult NCDC for best practice in such awkward situations.
New Community Centre An update was given on the progress of the Steering Group in looking at the feasibility of a new centre.
The following correspondence was dealt with: CALC County Bulletin & briefing Nov/Dec 07: tree planting grants are available till 31st January but it was unclear where we would plant trees, until the orientation of the football pitch is settled. One Cornwall December 07 newsletter; Environment Agency 2008 Devon and Cornwall Calendar & Flood Plan Form: this provided excellent information: clerk to summarise and put in the Parish Magazine and on the Noticeboard.Clerks and Councils Direct Magazine; South West Forum Governance Training for Trustees; CALC Invitation to 4th Annual Conference Sat 9th Feb 2008, New County Hall Truro Cost £10; CALC Invitation to conference on management of community assets : Mrs M Smith hopes to attend. PC Gary Watts Community Speedwatch: a request was made for funds towards purchase of a speed gun for use by the police in conjunction with Community work. Whilst fully supportive of PC Watts efforts personally, the council regrets it cannot support him in this, as this equipment should be centrally funded. The Council thanks him personally for his work and initiative. Finance Cheques were raised for the following: South West Water - Water for Public Toilets; Cornwall County Council - Grass Cutting at Playing Field; Nicky May - Preparation of Parish Plan; Week St Mary Parish Hall - Hire of hall for Parish Plan; Mr J Anston-Race for Toilet cleaning.
Awarding contracts for grass cutting at Village Greens and Toilet cleaning: no-one has yet come forward to take on the grass cutting. Cornwall County Council Tender for Grass Cutting at Playing Field deferred to the next meeting to allow the Football Club to discuss a tender for the same work.
A Contribution of £75 from the Football Club for Bazeley Partnership feasibility study, was received. Public Toilets the bulb at the front of the toilets is blown Mr L Davies will fix it. Council Assets - the seat on Green Hill is broken beyond repair. Clerk to get a quote for a new one. Highways The road has been patched, but not well and needs
re-doing, between Maycott and the Green Inn. The shortcut between Stewarts Road and Haydah is increasingly used with the new houses on Ashbury Grove coming into occupation, and needs a lot of work to remove the raised section of grass down the middle and the potholes. The large pothole outside the Post Office has been mentioned before but still not patched and now presents a danger to pedestrians. The drain outside Eldridge House/Carey Cottage is choked with debris and the water is currently flowing round it and across the road, causing problems
lower down the hill. The drain outside Honeycroft needs to be gullysucked out. Clerk to contact Highways.
Dog Bins - Thanks to Councillor Phil Tucker, an extra dog bin for Week Green has now been agreed. Clerk to let the new owner of the Green Inn know about the arrangement.
Community Policing PC Gary Watts has written asking for a venue to hold a monthly police surgery for 3 hours. The item was deferred till the next meeting.
Parish Plan - the Feedback Day will be on 26th January 11am to 8pm. Some Parish Councillors signed up on a rota to attend. Thanks were expressed to Lesley Booker for the posters and William Pearce for collecting the display boards.
PLANNING: The following have been received: Notice of Approval for Development for Mr & Mrs Cox, Stewarts
House, Week St Mary for erection of a conservatory and internal alterations Ref 2007/02265
The following Planning applications have been received:
Full Planning application for Mr & Mrs Congdon, Pegsdon, Marhamchurch, for the erection of a porch and internal layout alterations and changed window positions to Barn 1 Ref 2007/02422. The Council had no comments.
Full Planning Application for Mr M Snellgrove, Lower Bakesdown, Marhamchurch, for the erection of an extension to dwelling Ref 2007/02490. The Council had no comments.
Full Planning Application for Mr M Snellgrove, Lower Bakesdown, Marhamchurch for the erection of an agricultural building Ref 2007/02491. The Council had no comments.
Next meeting will be on Monday 11th February 2008 at 7.30pm in the Methodist Hall. Nicky May - Parish Clerk
THE COFFEE POT CLUB
The Coffee Pot Club meets every Tuesday. 10 till12. We meet to drink coffee and tea whilst our pre-school age
children have a chance to play. New members are always welcome. Contact Sue Booker WSM 341579 or Nicola Pugh on 341033. We now meet at the Methodist School Room so that the children have more space to run around.
C A M E O - Come And Meet Each Other
The next time will be Friday January 4th at 2:30 pm. Tea and company at the Rectory Everyone welcome and Transport can be arranged Phone Sue Dickenson on 01288341134
WEEK ST MARY PARISH HALL HUNDRED CLUB
The lucky winners in the January 2008 Draw are:-
1st - No 24 - £20 Mr Jeff Roberts
2nd - No 118 - £10 Dave Wilds
The 'Parish Hall Hundred Club' is the hall's main source of revenue. The cost is £10 per year with a draw every month and a 'Grand Draw' in December. If anyone would care to have a number, please get in touch with Ivor Barriball or myself Len Davies.
TENDERS ARE INVITED FOR CUTTING GRASS AT THE WEEK ST MARY VILLAGE GREENS
The Parish Council is seeking someone reliable to cut the grass at the village greens. It has been the practice to cut the grass twice a month during the season, as needed. Tenders will be considered at the next Parish Council meeting on Monday 11th February 2008. Please reply to Nicky May, Parish Clerk, Midsummer Cottage, Week St Mary, Holsworthy EX22 6UL Phone 01288 341662 or E-mail
nickyjmay@tiscali.co.uk
WINE & WISDOM EVENING
We are having another 'Wine & Wisdom' evening on Friday March 7th (not the 14th as previously stated) - starting time -7-30pm to raise money for the village hall and also to ensure that, if you come, you have an enjoyable evening. The cost is as before - £4.00 pp to include alcoholic refreshments/soft drinks and nibbles. Please enter in teams of 6 asap, so that we can get the licence required well in advance, to me Hilary Dorren WSM 341117.
NB - 10 team captains provisionally entered this next event at the end of the last one by giving me team names and contact numbers, so I will be contacting you soon in the hope that you can confirm. Hilary Dorren (PH Secretary)
PUBLIC TRANSPORT TIMETABLES
Your guide to buses, trains, ferries and planes - routes, stops and times available from the Post Office.
WEEK ST. MARY F.C. FOOTBALL TRAINING - PLAYING FIELD 7.00PM
Mens (1st & 2nd teams) on Wednesdays & Ladies (Friendly team) on Tuesdays. New/Old Players Welcome.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Every Sunday 10:00 am at the Rectory Room except for Family Service where we all meet at the service instead. Come along and see us or ring WSM 341134 for information.
FROM THE MAGAZINE TEAM
The editor and magazine email addresses are solely for the purposes of providing information for the magazine and not for personal messages, thank you.
PARISH PLAN OPEN DAY
Thank you to everyone who came to the Parish Plan Feedback day, and to all who helped to organise it, run it, and take it down afterwards. 119 people came to look round the display. Watch this space for further action in developing the Plan! Nicky May
BIRTHDAYS THIS MONTH
Happy 1st Birthday to Kai Sandercock on the 23rd February
DES JOHNS
Des died peacefully on Friday 11th January. He lived quietly with his true love, Kath and was a happy man. I was privileged to be Des's close neighbour whilst living in Church Mews. He always had time to chat and smile and have a joke and had the knack of making one feel good. He loved his family and was proud of his Welsh upbringing and of his service with the Royal Navy. He and Kath met and married when Kath was serving in the W.R.V.S. Recently he was delighted to see his ship, HMS Launceston Castle featured in the local newspaper. Des spent many happy hours in his workshop carving beautiful trucks, toys etc from wood and two years ago these were displayed and
greatly admired in the annual craft fair in church. A kind and practical man who had discovered the true meaning of life - we miss him. Pam Goffart
Kath Johns and family wish to thank all their friends and neighbours for their support and kindness during the last few months of Des' life. We appreciate it very much.
CAN YOU HELP?
Our daughter, Tamsin and her husband, Ryan, were today officially certified as Foster Parents. Do you have any outgrown games, jigsaws, (all complete), books, or toys that your family no longer need? Also any outgrown clothes that might help when children arrive with only the clothes they are wearing. The age range that they can expect is from birth to age 16, so anything would be welcomed. We will willingly collect from you or things can be
brought to us at 4, Market Place, WSM. Many thanks for reading this. Revd Gavin and Alison
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