South Marston Christmas Craft Fair

TOWER & TAP
November 2013
SOUTH MARSTON’S COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

South Marston Primary School
Christmas Craft & Gift Fair
Friday 29th November 6pm - 8pm

Christmas Gifts & Decorations, Cards,
Jewellery, Textiles, Trinkets, Smellies,
Sweets, Photographs, Shabby Chic,
Refreshments & Tombola plus much more!
All your Christmas gifts under one roof
Plus Children’s Arts and Crafts activities!

Organised by South Marston Parents’ Associa on to beneﬁt school funds

towerandtap@southmarston.org.uk

Dear Friends,
Once again we come to the month of ‘Remembrance’ November. We shall be holding our annual Rosemary
Service when we have an opportunity to remember
those whom we love but see no longer on 3rd
November at 6pm.at St. Margaret's Church, Stra&on.
5th November follows when fireworks and the
gunpowder plot give an excuse for fun, but the
following weekend we are reminded of the tragedy of
war and those who have given their lives for the cause
of freedom.
If we look at scripture we see that history con,nues to repeat itself. The agony and horror of
human conflict is recorded just as it is today. The scriptures encourage us to remember and
there is the saying which reminds us that ‘if we ignore history we are condemned to repeat it.’
Scripture also reminds us that God is hur,ng with us. There are many mighty saving acts
recorded throughout the Bible with two key acts of God. Jewish people remember their
deliverance through celebra,ng the Passover, and Chris,ans share broken bread and wine
poured out in remembrance of the Lord’s death un,l he comes again.
A ba&le is being fought for the soul of our na,on as many forget God or reject his existence. We
appear to be self-sufficient, placing faith in our own ability to exist. Perhaps this rephrased
version of Psalm 8 reflects today’s view—’O man how excellent is your name in all the earth.
Who has set your glory above the heavens. When I consider your inven,ons: the works of your
hands, the aeroplanes and nuclear bombs which you have made, what is God that I should be
mindful of him or the Son of God that I should reverence him?’
The scriptures and history show the consequences of godless living and yet we ignore them
both. The major threats to our world and society all stem from ignoring the spiritual side of life.
It is in our depths we are formed and the outlook is not promising except for the fact that God is
with us which we will celebrate at Christmas. Its not just a heart-warming story—it’s a heart
transforming truth.
God Bless,
Vicky Fleming
Priest in Charge


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Church News
‘Craft Company’ This month we meet again at Dryden
House, Mary Cooper’s home on Wednesday 13th
November at 2pm. For more details please contact Mary
on 823530.

Saturday Scene for young families meets on
9th November in the Village Hall 4pm to 5.15pm
Contact Donald Page on 825693

Celebrating Harvest
Once again the church was beautifully decorated - a huge thank you to
the Flower Team for all their hard work. We had wonderful homemade
cakes and drinks to welcome people and collected produce for
Swindon Foodbank as well as collecting almost £100 for Tearfund.
The School Harvest Service was excellent and it was such a joy to be
able to share this with them in our church. The church was full with so many parents
coming and supporting their children that some had to stand at the back of the church.

Meeting Point celebrated its fifth birthday last month. This is something we started as a
service to the community which gives people an opportunity to meet up with
friends, the Youth Group have supported us well by providing a tuck shop.
Thank you for your support everyone who helps and attends.

Remembrance Sunday Service
10am 10th November 2013
You are cordially invited to join us in a Service of
Remembrance at St. Mary Magdalene Church
We will remember them
When you are thinking about Christmas gifts don’t forget that
South Marston Church Tea towels are still for sale £3.50 each
or 2 for £6, 4 for £10 - contact Vicky Fleming.
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http://southmarston.org.uk

The Meeting Point
Coffee morning with table top sales
(Don’t forget to book your table - £2.50 if you live in the village, £5 if you live outside the
Village - Telephone Vicky Fleming 827021)

Come and enjoy good company and refreshments.
Saturday 9th November from 10am –12.30pm
In the Village Hall
South Marston Church Serving the Community

The 7.30 Club
for 10 to 16 year olds from Stratton, Stanton & South Marston
Held on alternate Sunday Evenings
7.30pm to 8.45pm at St Margaret’s Centre
Please call the St. Margaret’s Church Office for more information

Mobile Library - Routes & Times
Arrives

Departs

Place

Area

12.55

13.05

South Marston Bungalows

Right side of road near bus stop

13.10

13.20

South Marston Carriers Arms

Outside Carriers Arms Public House

The mobile library has full access for disabled people.
Dates:

November 1st, 15th and 29th; 13th December


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Church Services for South Marston
3rd November

11.00am South Marston

Family Service

10th November


Remembrance Service

17th November

10.00am St Margaret’s

Team Service

24th November


Holy Communion

1st December


8th December


Holy Communion

15th December


Morning Worship

22nd December


Holy Communion

22nd December

6.00pm South Marston

9 Lessons & Carols

29th December

10.00am St Margaret’s

Family Service

Team Service

South Marston Church is part of the
Stra&on Team Ministry. The oﬃce is located at St.
Margaret’s Centre, Kenwin Close, Stra&on St.
Margaret.
It is open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
mornings from 8.30am to 12 noon.
Email: stmargaretsoﬃce@,scali.co.uk
or Tel: 826505
If you would like to talk to a priest or book a
Christening or Wedding please contact
Rev Vicky Fleming on 827021 between 6 and 7pm
any evening except Fridays or Sundays
Members of the team:
Priest in Charge
Asst. Priest
Curate
Lay Minister
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Rev. Vicky Fleming
Rev. George Fleming
Rev. Helen Baber
(The Vicarage, South Marston)
Mr Dan Read

827021
827021
821412
763016

Swindon Supermarine Fixtures
November 2013

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Saturday 2nd - Yate Town, 3:00pm (H)
Wednesday 6th - Shortwood United, 7:45pm (H)
Wednesday 13th - Cirencester Town, 7:45pm (H)
Saturday 16th - Cinderford Town, 3:00pm (H)
Saturday 23rd - Bridgwater Town, 3:00pm (A)
Saturday 30th - North Leigh, 3:00pm (A)

The Webbs Wood Stadium, Supermarine Road, South
Marston, Swindon, SN3 4SY
W: swindonsupermarinefc.com
E: supermarinefc@aol.com
T: 01793 828778


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The F & E Harris Memorial Trust
Annual Outing
This year’s outing is on Friday, 29th November to ‘A
Victorian Festival of Christmas’ held at Portsmouth
Historic Dockyard for senior citizens resident in South
Marston. You will also have free entry to the historic
attractions in the dockyard (for example, the Mary
Rose Museum).
The coach will leave near the school at 9.00am.
Arrival back at South Marston will be approximately
6.00pm
The closing date for reservations is 7th November 21013
Please do not miss this date
To reserve your place, please contact Mary Cooper on 823530
Christmas Hampers
The F & E Harris Memorial Trust invites South Marston Village residents who
have reached the age of 60 years for ladies and 65 years of age for
gentlemen by the 25th December 2013 to register with the Trust to receive a
Christmas Hamper if they do not currently receive one.
Christmas Hampers to be collected on Thursday 5th December 2013
from Westwinds between 2.00pm and 4.00pm.
Contact Mary Cooper (823530) or Terry Sansum (823684)
for registration or queries
Christmas Hampers - new qualification criteria
From 1st April 2016, the following changes will apply:
To qualify for a Christmas Hamper the recipient is required to have been in
permanent residency in South Marston for a period of 3 years prior to submission
of registration.
All new applicants must be 65 years of age on 24th December 2016 to be eligible
to register.
All new and existing applicants must be 66 years of age or over on the 1st
January 2019 to be eligible to register.


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South Marston Parish Council Update
October 2013
Detailed below are some of the ac,vi,es in which the Parish Council par,cipated
during the month. For more details, please visit www.southmarston.org.uk and click on
the ‘Parish Council’ area or contact the Parish Clerk on 07804 225571 or
clerksmpc@southmarston.org.uk
Solar farm at Sevor Farm, Nigh ngale Lane, South Marston - Road Works
The road works have now started to lay the cabling for the new solar farm.
Updates will be posted on the South Marston website. RCD Contractors Limited
direct contact for queries or concerns is: Alan Worrall (07815 144069)
Car Park & Cage Area
Agreeing the repairs required to the car par and cage area next to South
Marston CofE Primary School with the South Marston Recrea2on Associa2on and
School Governors
20mph zone for the village
Renewable energy project for the village
Induc on Pack (for new Parish Councillors) & Welcome Pack (for new
residents)

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Next Meeting - 19th November 2013
Members of the public are welcome to a&end Parish Council mee,ngs which are held
at 7.30pm in the Village Hall. There is an “Open 10 Minutes” sec,on at the start of the
mee,ng where you are invited to ask ques,ons or discuss an agenda item. It would be
helpful if you could inform the Chairman at the start of the mee,ng of any items that
you wish to raise or discuss. All agendas are published on the village website and on the
village no,ce boards, prior to the mee,ngs.

Parish Councillor Vacancies
South Marston Parish Council currently has two vacancies
If you would like to know more about becoming a Parish Councillor
and would be interested in joining the team, please contact the
Parish Clerk via email: clerksmpc@southmarston.org.uk
or call 07804 225571for more information
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November 2013
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Tues

Wed

Thurs

Fri

Sat

Sun

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Tots ‘n’ Toddlers Quiz Night at
9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall
Forrest Yoga
7-8.30pm
Village Hall

Wheelie Bins
Mixed Plastics
Green Waste
Youth Club
(8-11)
18:30-20:00
Village Hall

Meeting Point
10:00-12:30
Village Hall
Saturday Scene
Village Hall
4pm - 5.15pm

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1

Quiz Night at
Carriers Arms

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Youth Club
(12-18)
18:30-20:30
Village Hall

Friendly Club
14:00-16:00
Village Hall

9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall
Craft Company
Dryden House
2.00pm
SMRA Meeting
19:30 -21:30
Forrest Yoga
7-8.30pm
Village Hall

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Tower & Tap
Contributions
Cut Off Date
Tower & Tap
Advertising
Cut Off Date

Parish Council
Meeting
19:30
Village Hall

9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall
Forrest Yoga
7-8.30pm
Village Hall

Wheelie Bins
Mixed Plastics
Green Waste

25

26

27

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Youth Club
(12-18)
18:30-20:30
Village Hall

Ladies Latte
10:00am
Mercure Hotel

9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall
Forrest Yoga
7-8.30pm
Village Hall

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Youth Club
(8-11)
18:30-20:00
Village Hall


December 2013
Mon
2

Tues
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Wed
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Thurs
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9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall

Fri
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Sat

Sun

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Wheelie Bins
Mixed Plastics
Green Waste
Youth Club
(8-11)
18:30-20:00
Village Hall

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Youth Club
(12-18)
18:30-20:30
Village Hall

Friendly Club
Christmas
Lunch
From 12 noon
Mercure Hotel

9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall

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Tower & Tap
Contributions
Cut Off Date

Parish Council
Meeting
19:30
Village Hall

9:00-11:00
Carriers Arms
Village Hall

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Meeting Point
10:00-12:30
Village Hall

SMRA Meeting
19:30 -21:30

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Tower & Tap
Advertising Cut
Off Date

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Wheelie Bins
Mixed Plastics
Green Waste
Youth Club
(8-11)
18:30-20:00
Village Hall

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The Friendly Club
R_]_nt Ev_nts
Holiday: The Friendly Club holiday at the Thoresby Hall Hotel was an outstanding
success. The accommoda,on and facili,es were praised by all those on the holiday.
Our ou,ngs to Chatsworth House, Sherwood Forest and a boat trip on the River Trent
were not troubled by the weather. It all worked out very well. Sincere thanks to Sheila
Jinks for a well organised holiday!
Tuesday 8th October – In the Village Hall: A talk was to be given by Val Threlfall on the
Secrets of the Honeymoon Suitcase. Unfortunately she was not able to a&end.
However, Lynda Warren was able to talk to us at short no,ce. She gave a talk on ‘A
Dickens of a Christmas’ which was about Victorian England in the ,me of Charles
Dickens, his life, ,mes and his books.

Futur_ Ev_nts
Tuesday 12th November - In the Village Hall at 2.00pm: A talk will be given by Paul
Lewis on Pam Ayres
Christmas Markets: Members resident in South Marston have the opportunity to
register to go on the ou,ng to the Victorian Fes val of Christmas in Portsmouth on
Friday 29th November. The closing date for reserva,ons is 7th November, as indicated
in the October Tower & Tap and posted on the village no,ce boards.
For members and non-members, we will have an ou,ng to Salisbury Christmas Market
on Tuesday, 3rd December. Departure from South Marston at 9.30pm and back by
5.00pm. Contact Josie for reserva,ons and further details on 828080.
Wednesday, 4th December: Members have been invited to a&end the Highworth
Warneford School Christmas Concert. Time 2.00pm to 3.30pm. Advise Brian by 19th
November on 826243 if you wish to a&end the concert and have not put your name on
the list.
Tuesday, 10th December: We will be holding our Christmas Lunch at the South Marston
Mercure Hotel at 12 noon. We will be entertained by Rev. George Fleming who will be
telling us many funny stories.
Tuesday, 17th December: We have been invited to a&end an entertainment aPernoon
as South Marston School. The date is provisional at present - conﬁrma,on of the details
when known.

Ev_nts in 2014: Th_[tr_ Trips
Wednesday, 2nd July 2014 - Tonight’s the Night - The Rod Stewart Musical at Bristol
Saturday, 4th October 2014 - Riverdance at Bristol
Call Josie on 828080 for details of costs and ,mes
Early reserva,on is required to obtain good sea,ng posi,ons

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The Highworth United Charities
RELIEF OF NEED FUND
Supporting South Marston residents
The Relief of Need Fund currently has a limited
amount of money available to assist residents
who are in genuine need. Application forms are
available from Highworth Council Offices or the
Lions’ Shop in Newburgh Place. Please note that
documentary proof of need will be required
before applications can be considered.

Do you need
assistance?

EDUCATIONAL FUND

Do you want to learn
but can’t afford the
fees?

Supporting Young People living in
South Marston
The Educational Fund currently has a
limited amount of money available to assist
with the education or training of young
people. Application forms are available from
Highworth Council Offices or the Lions’
Charity Shop in Newburgh Place, Highworth.

SMRA South Marston Recreation Association
OCTOBER 100 CLUB WINNERS
£10
£10
£10
£10

Margaret Turner
Lisa Hayne
Mar,n Taylor
Mary Case

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What’s happening at South Marston Hotel & Spa….
New Senior Ci,zens Menu has been launched with a lovely choice of autumn and
winter warmers to tempt you to join us on Thursdays each week.
Lunch is served from 12.00 - 2.00pm and is only £4.95 per person.
Pre booking is required by calling 01793 833700 and press op,on 4
New Lounge Menu Launch
Our Autumn lounge menu is being launched in November offering some real winter
warmer dishes at very reasonable prices. Do come along and try the new menu.
Food served every day all day from 10.00am – 9.00pm.
Sunday Carvery
The Sunday Carvery is geUng popular now with some really posi,ve reviews on the
food quality and service so why not give mum a break and bring the family along for a
treat in the relaxing surroundings. Carvery is priced from £7.95 per person. We advise
you reserve a table by calling 01793 833700 and press op,on 4 to reserve your table.
Carvery is served from 12.30pm-4.00pm every Sunday.
Free Entertainment
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Friday 1 November we will be hos,ng a disco in the lounge area and everyone is
invited to come along, starts at 8.00pm-midnight. Entry is free
Children In Need Fund Raising Night
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On Friday 15 November the hotel is going to raise funds for the
Children in Need Appeal. We are hos,ng a disco in the lounge from 8.00pm-midnight
and it is open to everyone and is free of charge. We will be doing a raffle on the night
and there will be collec,on buckets on the bar. We want to raise as much money as
possible and if successful we will make it an annual event but we need your support so
come and join us on the night.
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I am currently looking for a cleaner for our public areas and leisure club - please send an
up to date CV to leisure@southmarstonhotel.com, as well as experienced bar and
wai,ng staff for the Christmas Party Season - anyone interested please contact Kerry
Durnford at ops@southmarstonhotel.com sending an up to date CV also. Hours to suit
and a great place to work.
The Mercure South Marston Hotel and Spa, Old Vicarage Lane, South Marston, SN3 4SH

www.southmarstonhotel.com

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South Marston Parent Teacher Association
Do you have any unwanted textile items in
cupboards and drawers?
The South Marston Parent Teacher Associa,on (SMPTA) is fundraising for the South
Marston CofE school through Bags2School

Bag2School collects good quality second hand adults' and
children's clothing, sheets, blankets, curtains, soF toys,
shoes, belts and handbags
All items collected are for RE-USE

In the past we have raised
hundreds of £s through
Bags2School which, combined
with our other fundraising, has
supported the school with
improving outdoor space and
equipment and much more.
You can fill any bag you have or
official Bags2school bags can be
collected from the school or via
Clare Williams.

When filled, please leave at the school inside the school gate
on 11 November before 9am
We thank you in advance for your support!

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Support your vill[g_ pu!
Come and enjoy some good home-cooked food
We are open lunch,mes and serve food (12 - 2pm) from 6pm - 9pm
in the evenings

Future events
Saturday 16th November -

Singer NIK PAUL

Friday 29th November

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Karaoke

Saturday 14th December

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HOT FLEX

Festive Celebrations (Bookings only)
Christmas Fayre Menu (from 1st to 23rd December)
3 courses

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£15.95 per person

2 courses

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£12.95 per person

Christmas Day Menu
3 courses

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£37.95 per person, £14.95 per child (up to 12yrs)
and under 3yrs free

The Carriers Arms would like to join a darts league and are
looking for male and female players
Ladies darts team - matches would be Wednesday nights
Mens darts team - matches would be on Sunday evenings
If interested please contact either Amanda or Didier on
01793 822051

Highworth Ro[^, South M[rston, Wiltshir_ SN3 4SE
T_l: 01793 822051

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SOUTH MARSTON
VILLAGE HALL
HIRE CHARGES
All enquiries and to make a booking please contact Rachel Case
http://southmarston.org.uk/village-hall-bookings/
or email: smra@sky.com tel: 01793 832719 / 07545 923021
Refundable deposit also applies for all one off bookings
Please see website for further details. Terms and Conditions apply.
REGULAR HIRE COST
Local Village Organisation
£5.00 per hour
Non-Local Organisation
£8.00 per hour
Parish Council

£8.50 per hour

ONE-OFF BOOKINGS e.g. Childrens
Party, Family Party, Christenings etc

Morning Session
Afternoon Session
Evening Session

08:30 – 13:30
13:30 – 18:30
18:30 – 23:30

COST
Village Resident

£20.00
£25.00
£30.00

Non-Resident

£25.00
£30.00
£35.00

Send your contribu,ons for our next issue to

by the 18th November 2013

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HOME TUTORING
Fully qualified primary teacher
offering home tutoring at competitive prices
Maths from KS1 to GCSE
(£25 - £30 / hour)
Literacy KS1 and KS2
(£25 / hour)
Full CRB certificate
Kirsty Feline BSc (Mathematics) PGCE

Tel: 07855 099086
kirstyfeline@hotmail.com

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Tower & Tap Advertising Rates 2013
The South Marston Tower & Tap is a popular publica,on, published monthly with a
double issue in Dec/Jan and Jul/Aug. It is distributed by hand to 375 homes in South
Marston with a poten,al readership in excess of 700. It is also published on our website
increasing its reach beyond householders.

Please send all advertisements to
towerandtapadvertising@southmarston.org.uk
By the 12th of the month before the publication you
require
Black and White

Colour (for back page or inside cover)

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£16.50 half page
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Useful Contacts
Parish Council Chair

Stuart Young

T 828775

Parish Council Vice Chair

Sylvia Brown

T 823535

Clerk to the Parish Council

Amanda Burchell

T 07804 225571

SMRA Chair

Angie Newton

T 832034

SMRA Secretary

Julie Hatherall

T 07857 310624

Village Hall Bookings

Rachel Case

T 832719

Football Field Bookings

Chris Maull

T 824505

Tots & Toddlers

Ryan Turner

T 07568 065924

Youth Club

Julie & Steve

T 07923 441296

Gardening Club

Mike New

T 827807

Friendly Club

Brian McGlone

T 826243

Spitfires Football Club

Bev Maull

T 824505

South Marston School

Luke Madison

T 823379

Pre–School

Pre-School Staff

T 07847 590601

Saplings Children’s Centre (All Sorts)

T 829996

Ward Councillors

Russell Holland

T 07999 566623

John Haines

T 07901 534640

Colin Lovell

T 321634

Member of Parliament

Justin Tomlinson

T 522123

Priest in Charge

Vicky Fleming

T 827021

Church Wardens

Richard Sansum

T 831473

Tina Hiscocks

T 832884

Website

Donald Jones

T 823035

Tower and Tap

Amanda Burchell

T 07804 225571

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