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Whitchurch News
From the Parish Church of
St. John the Evangelist
Whitchurch-with-Creslow
www.schorneteam.co.uk
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Are you aged between 10 and 16 years
old and bored on a Friday night?
COVID-19
If so you need to get yourself along to
Aylesbury Junior Young Farmers Club. visit
We meet every Friday, 7 pm till 8.45 pm https://
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We offer indoor and outdoor activities that
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For more informa on or to become a member Remembrance Sunday is on 8th
please contact
November, but the usual service
Emma Lynch – Tel. 07742 730823
will not be held.
Email:
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Letter from the Rectory
Dear Friends, you will know that the Royal British
Legion has taken the view that they will
I think it was probably inevitable that,
not be selling poppies this year and
as schools reopened and as students
that there can be none of the large set-
returned to university or went up for the
piece events that usually accompany
first time, infection rates were going to
our remembrance of those who have
rise. The ‘second wave’ which had
fallen in conflict or whose lives have
long been spoken of was bound to
been adversely affected.
follow in a relatively short time. That
isn’t to accuse young people of being The live streamed service at 11.00am
careless or thoughtless or even to on Remembrance Sunday will begin
suggest that the vast majority were not with the two minute silence and in both
observing the rule (although inevitably preaching and prayers will mark the
some were not). It was a simple fact of occasion. That service is on the
biology that a mass movement of Schorne Team of Parishes Facebook
people bringing a large number of page which can be accessed by
people together was going to allow the anybody with a Facebook account. It
virus to spread more rapidly. will be made available on YouTube a
little later in the day for those who do
It is also no great surprise that the
not wish use Facebook.
spread of the virus is more rapid in the
great conurbations and, in particular, I think that we have to ask the great
the poor areas of our large towns and majority of people who would normally
cities – that is simply because people have come along to an indoor
live more closely pressed together. By Remembrance service to try to access
and large it is much easier for us in the it on-line rather than coming to church.
villages of the Schorne Team to We simply do not have the capacity to
observe social distancing and for those safely gather together large
of us who take exercise to be able to congregations in most of our buildings.
do so in a manner which is entirely In some places there may well be a
safe. booking system – in others, once
capacity has been reached, we will,
What it does all mean is that there is, it
sadly, have to metaphorically close our
would seem, a vanishingly small
doors. Wreaths will be laid at War
chance of life returning to anything like
Memorials but not at advertised times.
normal this side of Easter. That will
impact on every aspect of our lives Some have suggested that we might
including what we are and are not able like to put up a poppy in our windows,
to do in church. rather as many of us did when we put
up a rainbow to signal our support for
I said in last month’s letter that we had
the NHS. And it would be good to think
to miss our harvest suppers which was
that we might all pause at 11.00 to
a shame. The next significant point in
honour those who have sacrificed so
our year is Remembrance Sunday, for
much for us.
many of our churches one of the
biggest Sundays of the year. Many of Soon after Remembrance Sunday we
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will turn our thoughts towards Advent It is, of course, unlikely that any of us
and Christmas which, unless we see will come up with a scheme which is
spectacular success in terms of likely to qualify for one of the prize
reducing infection rates are not going payouts. But the reality is that we can
to be as normal. I think that we will be all make something of a difference and
offering a number of church services in doing so can all play our part in
but that some of what we are repairing our planet whether it by being
accustomed to will have to move on- more conscious of our consumption of
line. I am planning with clergy single use plastic, or being more aware
colleagues to put something together of our own carbon footprint and the
for the evening of Advent Sunday steps that we can take to reduce it.
simply because we will be unable to And, for those of us lucky enough to
hold an Advent Carol Service. The have a garden let’s have at least a part
same will be true of Christmas Carol of our plot which is planted to
Services and many churches will encourage pollinators. Not only does
decide that their crib or Nativity or that play a part in protecting those vital
Christingle services will be unable to insects but it brings life into our
proceed. I think it’s a case of asking gardens.
you to bear with us. I am sorry not to
I was also interested to see that a new
be able to be more specific at this
exhibition has been launched at the
stage but please be assured that we
Migration Museum in London (though
have been asking for guidance
the exhibition can be viewed on-line).
frequently only to be told that the
It is called Heart of the Nation and
national church is ‘working on it’.
recognises that the NHS is close to our
I was struck by the news that Prince hearts, especially at the during this
William and Sir David Attenborough pandemic, and that ‘from the very
launched a £50m prize to inspire beginning people have come from all
positive solutions to environmental over the world to make this grand
problems, chiefly the climate crisis. It vision for a better society a reality.’
was reported that the Earthshot Prize
The vital role of those people who have
will make five awards of £1m each year
come to this country to work in the
to individuals and organisations whose
NHS has largely been ignored and they
innovations help to repair the planet.
are even, at times, vilified. I have to
The £50m total spent over ten years
say that I was very struck by some of
makes it the largest environmental
the exhibition’s content.
prize ever. “The Earthshot prize is
really about harnessing that optimism We have to remember, it seems to me,
and that urgency to find some of the that we work best as a society when
world’s solutions to some of the we value the input of every member, no
greatest environmental problems,” matter what their origins or ethnicity, or
Prince William told the BBC. “From religion, gender or sexuality. Surely we
communities, schools, right up to will be stronger if we try, at all times, to
banks, governments, corporations – pull together rather than risking that we
anyone and everyone is a part of this may tear ourselves apart.
and anyone could find the solutions
that we need.’ Stay safe.
With good wishes,
4Father God, we love this world that you have made.
We are old enough to help look a4er it and we’re going to start by:
· Looking a4er our corner of the world including our garden and our
village
· Picking up rubbish and pu6ng it in the bin, se6ng an example to
others
· Giving vegetable peelings to pet chickens and pet bunnies or put it on
the vegetable compost so it helps grow our vegetables next year
· We are going to make bug houses and sow wildflower seeds to help
the birds and bees
This is our promise and in 6 months me we are going to let you know what
we have accomplished.
The ARK Club
Whitchurch Sunday School Aged 4 – 10 years
Please leave dona ons in St John’s Church on a Sunday
or at the Rectory, 1 Green Acres Close
5WHITCHURCH WI The WI successfully held its last meeting by Zoom - we have the technology! Members will be advised of future arrangements. Margaret Palin President WINSLOW ROTARY On 10th October, Winslow Rotary Club held another of its Lend a Hand Days when Members help local people with tasks around the hoe which they are no longer able to do for themselves or perhaps no longer feel confident to tackle. We helped some 20 people this time, four of whom were in Whitchurch. We are planning over the coming weeks to prepare and distribute Christmas hampers to local older people and to participate in the Rotary Toy Box programme where we donate toy boxes for children living locally in refuges with a parent who is escaping an abusive relationship. In the new year we intend to work on Rotary’s Shoe Box programme through which local people and especially children fill standard shoe boxes with small gifts and toys to be sent to destitute children in Eastern Europe. Covid-19 has forced us to cancel our December Festival of Voices which normally takes place in Winslow Parish Church with a large Welsh Male Voice Choir and nationally recognised soloists. The loss of this event, our Classic Car rally and Winslow Show, has caused a funding gap. To help fill it, on Halloween we are running a “virtual” balloon race. Supporters have been buying and decorating balloons on-line. The launch point is Dracula’s Castle in Rumania and the winner will be the owner of the balloon which travels furthest over 7 days. We are also approaching a small number of local businesses which we hope will be have the resources and willingness to help fund our charitable efforts. If you are interested in finding out more about Winslow Rotary or to join one of our (Zoom) meetings please contact Club President Neil Smith 0n 07411 368540 or visit our website https://www.winslowrotary.club 6
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Twitter : The Schorne Team, @TheSchorneTeam
The 11am service from St John’s, Whitchurch will continue to be streamed on the Schorne Team Facebook page
Whitchurch Methodist Church services remain suspended. MINISTER: Rev. Keith Edwards tel: 01296 23363 email:ulysee798@gmail.com13
WHITCHURCH METHODIST CHURCH
Services and Events at the
Methodist Church are suspended
due to coronavirus.
Watch this space for updates.
MINISTER Rev. Keith Edwards
tel 01296 423363
email ulysee798@gmail.com
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Whitchurch Parish Council
Clerk to the Council Miss Shirley Francis
email: clerkwhitchurchaylesbury@gmail.com
DRAFT MINUTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING (VIRTUAL) ON
MONDAY, 12 OCTOBER 2020. NB: The November print issue
included the minutes for October 2019. Those below are correct.
Present: Cllr A Bond (in the Chair), Cllr Mrs M Perry, Cllr P Alderman, Cllr Mark Parrott
1. Apologies for absence – Cllr Miss A Bond – noted and accepted.
2. Declaration of interest
To declare and note any personal or prejudicial interests, and to declare and note any
pecuniary or non-pecuniary interests.
Cllr Ashley Bond declared an interest in Agenda item 8, Planning, as a member of the
Buckinghamshire Council Planning Committee
3. Open Forum: (under adjournment)
a) Bucks Council Cllr Peter Cooper sent his apologies due to a prior engagement.
b) The Chairman reported that work on the Buckinghamshire Plan has commenced and that
the AV Local Plan has not yet been approved. He advised that the Chesham and South
Bucks Plan has been withdrawn. The White Paper on Planning is being finalised.
c) The Council wishes to thank the members of the public who gave first aid assistance to a
resident during an unfortunate event in the village.
e) Updated information and contact details for the Neighbourhood Police have been posted
on the village noticeboards and on the village website
f) it was agreed that advice on the use of the defibrillator would be provided in the phone
box, including the emergency contact number. It was also agreed that training in its use
would be investigated by Paul Alderman.
The question of more bins in the village was raised, and the Clerk reminded Councillors that
she had asked for an inventory of bins in the village, which the Village Plan Group had
agreed to provide once they’d undertaken an audit of village property. The then District
Council had refused to increase the bins as it would mean amending their collection
schedule and a possible increase in price.
4. To note the resignation of Cllr J Sampson
The Chairman advised that Cllr Sampson and resigned. All Councillors present expressed
their thanks for his work on the Parish Council and wished him well in the future.
5. Minutes of Meeting held on 14th September 2020
To agree as a correct record the Minutes of 14th September 2020.
RESOLVED: That the draft minutes be duly received, accepted, and agreed as a true record.
6. To receive update on matters arising on the Minutes
Item 8: Tree at Two Hoots, Oving Road – Bucks Highways have been advised
7. Finance
The Clerk advised that the current cheque book was with the auditor so any information
would be incomplete. She advised that there could possibly an underspend of approximately
17£3k-£5k, but that it would go towards the play area improvement works.
8. Planning
The matter of the Sandpit amended plans (20/03073/APP) was highlighted. The
application for the three garages was withdrawn. The new application is for residential use of
the barn. There will no new buildings on the site.
9. Highways/Footpaths Matters
A tree had fallen down on the road to the Meadows and has since been removed
10. Recreation Ground
a) New, more permanent, Covid19 signs have been ordered
b) Members agreed the hire agreement for the recreation grounds in principle, subject
to a few minor amendments
d) Agreed to establish fee rates for grounds in the locality
11. Grass Cutting Contract
Members were extremely happy with the contract
12. Correspondence
a) email from the village Litter Pick Group advising that a litter pick had just been undertaken.
b) Email from a member of the public asking for permission to undertake metal detecting in
the village. Clerk said that she would advise him to write to private land owners/farmers
direct.
c) Buckinghamshire Council consultation on post 16 education transport. Residents affected
are advised to participate via the following link:
yourvoicebucks.citizenspace.com/schools/htst-2021-consultation
13. Whitchurch Neighbourhood Plan Group
The Neighbourhood Planning Group has had a response from Bucks Council Neighbourhood
Planning Officer which has seriously undermined our strategy with regard to setting the
boundary for our NP. The consultation process required to authorise an extension of the NP
boundary beyond the normal Parish Boundary will be 14 weeks, as opposed to an expected
6 weeks. the NP group has agreed that it is of more value to the Village to press ahead as
quickly and simply as possible, using the existing normal Parish Boundary.
RESOLVED: That the Council gives permission to the NP Group to progress the plan
A revised letter of application will be sent to Buckinghamshire Council.
The NP Group would also like to extend our sincere thanks to Cllr Sampson for all that he
has done to progress the Neighbourhood Plan. As the PC liaison in the group, his energy,
focus and attention to detail have been invaluable. Cllr Perry serves as both a PC member
and a NP Group member.
The Chairman of the NP Group proposed that Cllr Mrs Mel Perry replaces Jeremy Sampson
in the formal role of NPG liaison.
RESOLVED: that Cllr Mrs Mel Perry is to take on the role as NPG Liaison.
14. To agree date of next meeting: Monday 9th November 2020
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Neighbourhood Watch
Reported crimes and incidents 15th September to 14th October
I’ve received no reports of any crimes or anti-social behaviour in the village during this
period.
Covid-related scam alerts
Trading Standards have warned that criminals are evolving their behaviour to rip off
consumers as the coronavirus crisis develops. Some of these scams include:
Criminals have sent fake government emails offering grants of up to £7,500. The emails
contain links which steal personal and financial information from victims.
Fraudsters have been sending scam emails which offer access to ‘Covid-19 relief funds’,
encouraging victims to complete a form with their personal information.
Criminals have been targeting people with official-looking emails offering a ‘council tax
reduction’. These emails, which use government branding, contain links which lead to a
fake government website which is used to access personal and financial information.
Fraudsters are also preying on benefit recipients, offering to help apply for Universal Credit,
while taking some of the payment as an advance for their ‘services’.
Criminals claiming to be from the NHS Test and Trace service are sending phishing emails
and links saying that the recipient has been in contact with someone diagnosed with Covid-
19. These lead to fake websites that are used to steal personal and financial information or
infect devices with malware.
Victims are being targeted by fake adverts for Covid-related products such as hand sanitiser
and face masks which don’t exist.
Criminals are sending fake emails and texts claiming to be from TV Licensing, telling people
they are eligible for six months free TV licence. Victims are told there has been a problem
with their direct debit and are asked to click on a link that takes them to a fake website used
to steal personal and financial information.
Claims of ‘miracle cures’ including fake treatments or quick-turnaround tests.
Remember, remember the rule of six this Bonfire Night!
With this year’s village bonfire night celebrations having been cancelled, the rule against
social gatherings of more than six people means garden fireworks displays are set to be
smaller. Please remember to keep pets indoors and be aware of local livestock if you are
setting off your own fireworks.
Be Safe, Be Seen
The same child is in both photos. The only difference
is how they’re dressed.
With the nights drawing in, whether you walk, cycle,
use public transport or drive, make sure you can be
seen!
You can view these photos in colour by visiting our
page on the village website at:
https://www.whitchurch.org/keeping-the-neighbourhood
-safe/
19Our local Neighbourhood Policing Team and police office have changed Following council boundary changes earlier this year, our Neighbourhood Policing Team has now changed from Winslow & District to Wing & Ivinghoe. Our local PCSO Tina Hobson is based there – contact details are as follows: Tina Hobson, C9336, Wing Neighbourhood Team, Wing Police Office, Leighton Road, Wing, Leighton Buzzard, Beds., LU7 0NN. Email: tina.hobson@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk If you wish to report non-emergency incidents via email, their address is: greatbrickhillwingivinghoenhpt@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk You can see a poster with details and photos of the team on our village notice boards. Advice about installing and using CCTV If you are considering installing (or already have) CCTV, the following link gives some practical advice and information about its use – particularly in relation to privacy laws. One thing to bear in mind is that if a video shows a crime taking place, it could be used as evidence, in which case it must be seen by an impartial jury. If the video has been widely shared, it could be claimed that the jury can’t be impartial, making it an unfair trial, which could be enough for the case to be thrown out of court. So be careful what you share! https://www.ourwatch.org.uk/crime-prevention/crime-prevention-advice/cctv-domestic- property Wishing you a safe, healthy and crime-free November. Andrea Scagell 20
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USEFUL CONTACT DETAILS
Whitchurch News Editor Bryan Moseley 640266
Whitchurch News Articles bryan.mo@btinternet.com
Whitchurch News Advertising Charlotte Patrick 640785
whitchurchnewsadverts@yahoo.co.uk
Parish Priest Rev'd David Meakin 641606
d.meakin@btinternet.com
Churchwardens Philip Parrott 641369
Linda Dentith 641540
PCC Secretary Alice Miller 879059
PCC Safeguarding Neil Bowles 640225
Bell Ringing Sally Nettleton 640434
Church Events PCC 641606
St John’s Hall Charlotte Patrick 640785
stjohnshallbookings@yahoo.co.uk
Schorne Team Communications Linda Nicholls 641209
Office manned Tues & Thurs 1000 - 1230 534699
Sunday School Heidi Meakin 641606
Methodist Church Roger & June Watson 641261
Neighbourhood Watch Neil Smith 07411 368540
WCCA Amanda Tofield 640100
Royal British Legion Margaret Palin margaret@palin.cc
Legion Hall legionhall@hotmail.co.uk Sharon Downey 640295
Whitchurch W.I. Margaret Palin margaret@palin.cc 640660
Whitchurch Morris Men www.whitchurchmorris.org.uk
Whitchurch Guides Nicky Batson 423439
Whitchurch Brownies & Rainbows Joanne Peasley 64119 4
joanne.peasley@tiscali co.uk
Editor Village Website Mel Perry
www. whitchurch.org editor@whitchurch.org
Quainton Scouts Elaine Alderton 655444
Hardwick Pre School Amanda Tofield 640100
Whitchurch & Oving Toddler Group Karen Rickets 640602
Whitchurch School Mrs Rachel Mobbs 641418
Whitchurch School Association c/o Whitchurch School 641418
Whitchurch Surgery Reception 641203
Whitchurch Walkers Richard Stevenson 641607
Friends of Whitchurch Surgery Nick Stubbs 641103
Parish Council Chairman Ashley Bond 641552
Whitchurch Parish Council Clerk Shirley Francis
clerkwhitchurchaylesbury@gmail.com
Aylesbury Vale District Councillor Ashley Bond 641552
abond@aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk
Aylesbury Young Farmers’ Club Emma Lynch 07742 730823
JobCentre Plus http://www.jobcentrenearme.com
Please let us know if there is anyone else whom you think should be on this list
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November 2020
The ‘Rule of Six’ means fewer events are taking
place.
Schorne Team services are shown on the centrespread.
The village firework display and Remembrance Sunday
service will not be held this year.
Whitchurch Parish Council is holding meetings by Zoom
The next meeting is on Monday 9 November
Watch this space for further news!
Defibrillator
Our village defibrillator is located
in the phone box on the High
Street, northbound, opposite
4Beauty and beside the bus stop
and no ceboard. You will need
access to a mobile or landline
phone (there is currently NO
phone in the phone box).
Then dial 999 and quote the
wriEen postal code HP22 4JA to
gain access to the keypad code
for the machine.You can also read
