HEDGE END BOWLING CLUB - OPEN DAY 26 MAY 2012

When: Saturday 26 May 11am - 4pm

Where: Hedge End Bowling Club, Taplin Pavilion, Woodhouse Lane,  Hedge End.

If you are interested in playing the game of bowls, why not come along and join us anytime between 11am and 4pm!
All you need is a pair of flat soled shoes. We will supply the bowls and give you free tuition to help you understand the game and help you to play it. There will also be refreshments available. 

Do come along and see how enjoyable this sport can be for singles, couples and families. 


HEDGE END LIBRARY - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

To increase the opening hours of Hedge End Library, we are looking for willing volunteers on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons.  Full training would be given by the Library Service. Meeting to be held at the 2000 Centre, 7pm, Tuesday 21st February for those interested. For more details...Click Here

THE GREEN FLAG COMMUNITY AWARD - GET INVOLVED TODAY!

Would you like to get involved in a bid to achieve The Green Flag Community Award for St Johns Recreation Ground?

Click Here to read the invitation or call Denise Lowth 01489 780440 for more details...



YOU & US CLUB

ARE YOU A CARER? Would you like to  meet in a relaxed, social environment with the person you care for? Access to activities, information and support. A break from your caring responsibilities...

'YES', then the 'You & Us Club' is for you!
Contact: Jane Flood 07808811883 | Maggie Laws 07808811884

NEW MUSIC MAKERS - SUMMER CONCERTS

The New Music Makers invite you to their forthcoming concerts -

Saturday 2 June - Turner Sims Concert Hall, Southampton University Campus (guested by King Edward VI School musicians). Tickets £10.

Saturday 23 June - Berry Theatre, Wildern Lane, Hedge End. Tickets £10 (concessions £8)

Tickets for both  concerts available one month before concert date from 'Jesters', Hedge End village centre (Phone 01489 781836)

GOOD COMPANIONS SOCIAL CLUB - UPCOMING EVENTS 2012

(Drummond Community Centre, Drummond Road, Hedge End, SO30 2AD)

Locally based social club and thriving committee who do their best to organise a variety of events. Come along and support us, all are welcome!

• BINGO - Every Wednesday afternoon in large hall,1.30pm, tickets purchased at 1.15pm. Raffle, free refreshments, sale - stalls & clothes rail. Contact Margaret Holmes 01489 789727 

• SINGING - Every Monday evening in small hall, 7.15 - 8.45pm. Not a choir, but a group of people of all ages and abilities who just like to sing! Named 'THE GOOD COMPANIONS GLEE SECTION'.  Entertain at various events with family and friends to raise money for our named charity. Contact Margaret Holmes 01489 789727 or Sharon 077258 40692 . 

• 50s/60s NIGHT WITH HOT SUPPER - Friday 17th February, 7.30pm-10.30pm. LAREDO will be performing and have agreed to play some country music and line dancing. Member £5, Non members £6. Please bring own drinks.

• GOOD COMPANIONS SOCIAL CLUB - GLEE SECTION - Monday 26th March, 7pm at the United Reformed Church, Peartree Green, Woolston. All are welcome.

• EASTER BONNET 'CREAM TEA' FOLLOWED BY BINGO - Wednesday 11th April, 2 - 4.30pm. Cream tea will commence at 2pm followed by Bingo. Cream tea tickets £2.50. Prizes for 'Best Hat'. You do not need to have a hat to come along and join us!

• 'SATURDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES' A MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA -Saturday 16th June, 7.30-10.30pm at 2000 Centre. The Glee Singers will be performing as a group, plus world champion amateur ballroom dancers and a variety of other performers.  Tickets Members £6.50, Non Members £8, Children U14 £3. Please bring own drinks and glasses.

• 'OLYMPIC' FETE / FUN DAY - Sunday 29th July, 1pm - 4.30pm. Grange Park Mobile Homes Large Green, Shamblehurst Lane South. Fun Family Event. Various races 'Egg and Spoon', 'Throw the Wellie', Tombola, Treasure Hunt, Putting Golf, Roulette, Air Darts, Ice Creams, Hotdogs, Burgers. Would you like to run your own Stall? 

To find out more about these and other events or membership enquiries, please contact Margaret Holmes 01489 789727. 

WILDERN SCHOOL OLYMPIC EVENT - HOST FAMILIES NEEDED - CAN YOU HELP?

In September 2012, Wildern School will host an international sporting event bringing together youngsters from four European Union countries.  This event follows on from one held by our German partner school in September 2009, and aims to parallel the 2012 London Olympic Games. 
 
The primary aim of the event is to use sport as a means of bringing together youngsters from diverse countries, cultures and backgrounds, and thereby fostering mutual respect and understanding.  We are seeking to encourage youngsters to see the importance of sport and at the same time offer opportunities for them to communicate in different languages and showcase the importance of multi-lingualism.   Over the course of 3 days (21, 22, 23 September 2012), 160 students aged 13-15 years will compete in a range of Olympic approved sporting events.  They will be attending from France, Germany and Spain.  These will be held both on the school's site and at local municipal leisure facilities, including Fleming Park in Eastleigh and Southampton Sports Centre.  The event will be promoted through letters, flyers, posters, local media and a dedicated website which will reach hundreds of people across the local and international communities.

Host Families Needed
We are looking for local host families to accomodate our young visitors from France, Germany and Spain. 20 Sept - 24 Sept (4 nights). No care or supervision of guests is required during the day as they will be involved in a full programme of sporting events. If you are able to help, please contact Mr G Horton, Wildern School 01489 783473 Email wildern@wildern.hants.sch.uk 

HAMPSHIRE CONSTABULARY - COME & MEET YOUR SAFER NEIGHBOURHOODS TEAM

MEET OFFICERS, GET ADVICE,  HAVE A CHAT!

M&S / SAINSBURYS FOYER

Monday, 10:00hrs - 12:00hrs - 19 March | 16 April | 14 May | 11 June

Thursday, 18:00hrs - 20:00hrs - 29 March | 26 April | 24 May | 11 June

HEDGE END LIBRARY

Monday, 13.30hrs - 15:30hrs 16 April | 14 May | 11 June 

NEW WAYS TO CONTACT THE POLICE

As part of this new contact structure, the front offices at Shirley, Portswood, Hedge End and Romsey police stations will no longer be open to members of the public from the end of Friday, March 16.
 
Residents can phone 101 from the convenience of their own home for all non-emergency police matters such as reporting a crime, obtaining advice and information, or finding out about beat surgeries or other police events in their area. 101 is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and calls from landlines or mobile networks cost 15 pence per call, no matter what time of day or how long you are on the phone.
 
Through phoning 101, residents will also be able to arrange a visit by an officer at a mutually convenient time and place.
 
For those matters that cannot be dealt with over the phone, such as producing documents at the request of an officer, alternative front offices are located at Southampton Central, Bitterne, Eastleigh, and Totton police stations.
 
From April 2, opening hours will be as follows:
 
Southampton Central     Monday to Sunday 8am – 10pm
Southampton Bitterne     Tuesday to Saturday 9.30am – 6pm (closed 2pm – 2.45pm each day)
Eastleigh               Monday to Saturday 8am – 8pm and Sunday 10am – 6pm
Totton  Monday to Saturday 9am – 6pm and Sunday 9.30am – 6pm (closed 2pm – 3pm each day)
 
Local Safer Neighbourhoods teams will remain based at the heart of the communities they serve and will continue to be available at beat surgeries and community meetings. Residents can get in touch with them easily by following them on Twitter:
 
•    @SotonCentreCops
•    @BitternePolice
•    @HedgeEndPolice
•    @EastleighPolice
•    @HambleSNT
 
 
To find out how to contact their local Safer Neighbourhoods team via email, or the time and place of the next beat surgery or community meeting, residents can either phone 101 or type in their post code on www.hampshire.police.uk or www.police.uk.
 
A leaflet with full details of how to contact Hampshire Constabulary, including local Twitter profiles and email addresses for local Safer Neighbourhoods teams, can be downloaded from www.hampshire.police.uk.


ANNUAL PARISH ASSEMBLY - 12 MARCH 2012

The Annual Parish Assembly was held on Monday 12 March and we were thrilled to see so many residents turn out for the occasion. We heard reports from both local councillors and community organisations including Hedge End Police, with an opportunity for the public to ask any questions to The Council at the end of the meeting. The 'Serving the Community Award' was won by Tom Rodaway for his outstanding contribution to Hedge End Carnival, having assisted in its organisation for an impressive 50 years. Luke Jeffries received the 'Young Person Serving the Community Award' for his outstanding service to St John's Ambulance, at present holding the rank of Cadet NCO Corporal at the age of only 16. Allotment awards were presented to several of the allotment holders who had produced outstanding and innovative plots in 2011. The Mayor of Eastleigh, Cllr Wayne Irish was in attendance and presented the awards during the evenings celebrations. Well done to everyone and we look forward to seeing you again next year!

 

NOMINEES & AWARD WINNERS

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AWARD 2011

Winner: Tom Rodaway - 50 years service to Hedge End Carnival.

Nominees:

Jeff Fanchi - Services to 1st Hedge End Boys' Brigade

Merrill Clemson - 25 years service to 13th Itchen North Scout Group

Yonna Harvey - Services to the community of Hedge End Retirement Club, Hedge End Carnival

Barbara Fairclough - 20 years service to the youth of Hedge End, Founder of Performing Arts Company (PAC)

YOUNG PERSON SERVING THE COMMUNITY AWARD 2011

Winner: Luke Jeffries - Services to St John's Ambulance, volunteering first aid at local events, rank of Cadet NCO Corporal at the age of only 16.

BEST CULTIVATED ALLOTMENT 2011/2012

Winner: Mrs Louise Willsmore, G4, Spring Field

BEST CULTIVATED ALLOTMENT 2011/2012

Winner: Mr Neil Ager, Red 8, Kanes Field

MOST INNOVATIVE ALLOTMENT

Winner: Mr Blake, E1 'Monkeyworld'

ALLOTMENT CERTIFICATES, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Mr Stamatios Palios, Blue 6a, Kanes Field

Mr Colin Stone, G1, Spring Field

Mr John Hall, Yellow 7, Kanes Field

Mr Thomas Glister, Blue 6b, Kanes Field

Ms Gail Stubbings, A1, Spring Field

Mr Barry Gardener, A3, Spring Field

COUNCILLOR PEARL HICKS

It is with great sadness that the Town Council announces the death of Cllr. Pearl Hicks after a short illness. Pearl had served the community as Councillor for many years and most recently for the St Helen's Ward. Renowned for her strength of character and determination, membership of the Community and Culture Committee, contributing to the Christmas Lights festivities and Chairman of the Council 2007/2008, she will be greatly missed and fondly remembered.

As a mark of respect the Town Council offices closed on the morning of Wednesday 1st February 2012 during the funeral service which was conducted at the Wessex Crematorium. Donations in memory of Pearl are to be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
To read Pearl's eulogy Click Here



BURNS NIGHT SUPPER RAISES FUNDS FOR CHARITY

The annual Burns Night Supper took place on Saturday 21st January here at the 2000 Centre. We are extremely pleased to announce that the Mayor of Eastleigh Charities and Hamble Rescue Lifeboats will both receive an impressive £1307.50 each. Thank you to everyone who came along and made this such a successful evening!



HETC HALLS GO SOLAR!

Hedge End Town Council is doing its bit for the environment and assisting the fight against climate change by installing Solar PV (Photovoltaic) panels on all of its Community Halls in Hedge End.  Solar PV panels will enable us to generate our own renewable energy resource, reducing both our carbon footprint and combatting rising fuel prices.  Generating our own green energy supply will reduce the running costs of our community centres, which are a valuable resource for the community of Hedge End; saving us money throughout 2012 and well into the future.   
Solar PV panels were successfully installed on all HETC managed halls throughout December 2011. For more details on Solar PV Click Here



HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE DRAFT LOCAL PLAN...

PUBLIC EXHIBITION - TUESDAY 15 NOVEMBER 2-8pm, Hedge End Village Hall. If you are unable to attend this event, please see the document for other exhibitions in the local area.
(Click on the house to open information leaflet)

Eastleigh Borough Council is preparing a new plan for development in the borough 2011-2029. A draft is published for consultation on Friday 28 October 2011. 

Local people are being encouraged to have their say on The Borough’s DRAFT LOCAL PLAN as the formal nine week consultation begins.

**Now available - Copy of The Draft Local Plan to view & consultation forms at the Town Council Offices, 2000 Centre, St Johns Rd, Hedge End**

ONLINE CONSULTATION FORM - Your comments are needed by 3 January 2012. 



HERITAGE SIGN WELCOMES VISITORS TO HEDGE END

We are delighted with the new Heritage Sign installation at Upper Northam Road, Hedge End which gives a warm welcome to both residents and visitors alike.  The sign was created by designer blacksmith Peter Clutterbuck who also created the Albert Road Cemetery Archway.

For more information Click Here



HEDGE END TOWN COUNCIL VISIT MÖCKMÜHL, GERMANY TO DISCUSS TWINNING OPPORTUNITIES

Hedge End Councillors and the Town Clerk braved the cold weather (09.12.11) for a personally funded trip to Möckmühl in Germany to discuss twinning opportunities. The invitation had kindly been extended to the Town Council by Ulrich Stammer, Mayor of Möckmühl, following his recent visit to Hedge End in October.

The Councillors received the warmest of welcomes and were treated to overwhelming hospitality from their German hosts. Jane Welsh, Chair of Hedge End Town Council was invited on stage with the Mayor on Friday evening to meet the towns people as they prepared to switch on their Christmas lights. Over the course of the weekend they were treated to some wonderful food, glorious sightseeing in dramatic surroundings and a tour of the school, firestation, Christmas market and the historic town and council offices.

Jane Welsh commented 'We had an unexpectedly, wonderful trip. The town is very beautiful and they looked after us so well, they really spoilt us! We were so impressed by the new school building too, it is a wonderful asset to the town.'

Councillors will be discussing potential twinning opportunities for the two towns in the coming months.



EASTLEIGH TRANSITION NETWORK - COMMUNITY EVENTS 2012

ETNet have various local community events and volunteering opportunities upcoming in 2012 that you may like to get involved in, from crafts and cycling to woodland maintenance.

To find out more about ETNet and their events visit their website -

http://etnet.org.uk/events/

("Transition is a community-led response to pressures of climate change, fossil fuel depletion and increasingly, economic stagnation. It all starts off when a small collection of motivated individuals within a community come together.")

VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES IN SOUTH HANTS

BTCV Biodiversity Action Team Programme -Come and join us to carry out practical conservation activities at sites in southern Hampshire. We will be completing a mixture of tasks that will include tree planting, fencing and vegetation management.

Local Events at Manor Farm, Netley Abbey, Netley Common, Titchfield & Whiteley - see flyer for more details!

BTCV is a social enterprise group enabling people to make a difference in their lives and improve their environment.

For Bookings: Phone 02380 402593 or Email Hampshire-bat@btcv.org.uk

Winner - Charity Awards 2011 - Environment and Conservation
Winner of the Charity Times Charity of the Year 2010

www.btcv.org

inspiring people, improving places

DISTRICTS ACROSS HAMPSHIRE WORK TOGETHER AS
“INSULATE HAMPSHIRE!” - OFFERING WARMER HOMES for LOWER BILLS

Eastleigh Borough Council has joined with all 10 other districts across Hampshire plus the County Council in an innovative programme to ensure that local residents are able to afford top quality cavity wall and loft insulation at substantially discounted prices.

“Insulate Hampshire!” is offering the first 5,000 Hampshire residents that sign up, cavity wall insulation for only £75; thereafter the price will rise to £99.  The Loft insulation is offered at £99 to all, subject to survey.  These measures typically cost between £150 and £200 or more, and are likely to rise to full price next year as subsidies are replaced by the “Green Deal”.  You would then pay at least £200 for each measure and in many cases substantially more.

Under Insulate Hampshire!, homeowners will also be able to be referred to other local initiatives, or arrange for solar (PV) panels to be installed, which currently attract the generous ‘feed in tariffs’ on top of free daytime electricity. 

Those aged over 70 or claiming qualifying benefits can still get FREE insulation by arranging a survey with Crest Surveying on 0800 567 7474.

If you would like to find out more, contact the Insulate Hampshire! team on 0800 952 0037 or visit www.insulatehampshire.co.uk