July 2013

The Parish Pump was started in 1979 to provide a free community magazine in the parish. It began as, and still is, a joint venture, combining the church magazine and village magazine. The Parish Pump is sponsored by the Parochial Church Council and Debden Parish Council. Both bodies contribute financially to the cost of running the magazine by means of a donation, received annually. It is intended that the magazine reflects all aspects of village life within the parish and provides an opportunity for community matters to be raised. In addition to the information recorded in the magazine, our sister publication, the Debden Directory provides a host of useful contact numbers for services ranging from bus times, local plumbers, doctors and restaurants. If you do not have a copy, please contact a member of the committee. The magazine has editors but no official reporters. Consequently, an interesting magazine depends on articles, news, etc. coming from people in the village. The th closing date for submitting material is: the 12 of each month. The editors job is to edit. This means fitting the material into the space available and trying to ensure there is a reasonable balance of views on controversial subjects etc. Consequently, it is not always possible to publish everything submitted and sometimes changes have to be made to the length of a contribution. Non topical articles cannot always be published in the next issue but will appear later unless you are told otherwise. Contributions of up to 400 words have a better chance of being published in full than longer ones. Please note that the present and past editions of the Parish Pump are now available on line on the new website www.debden.org and that any material submitted will be automatically featured on the website. If you wish to have your name and/or contact details (which must normally accompany any contributions) withheld from the printed edition and/or not to appear on the website, this must be stated at the time of submission. Copy for inclusion in the next edition should be emailed by the 12th of the month to;

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editors@theparishpump.org.
There is also a folder in the shop for submission of written or typed copy. The current editors of the Parish Pump, who have the sole prerogative of the editorial policy (so dont blame anyone else) are; Mike Fairchild editor_mike@theparishpump.org Ursula Lyons editor_ursula@theparishpump.org Advertising rates per issue are; full page 10.00; half page 8.00; quarter page or less 6.00. Full payment in advance and an electronic copy of the ad should be sent to the Editors or Treasurer by email. Cheques should be made payable to The Parish Pump The other Committee members include Chairman: Judith Forster chairman@theparishpump.org Treasurer: Alastair Donald treasurer@theparishpump.org Secretary: Marion Bamfield secretary@theparishpump.org Distribution: Caroline Burchall distribution@theparishpump.org 2

E DITORIAL
At the time of writing Affinity Water is busy replacing the old iron water mains with new plastic pipes; if it leads to fewer water leaks, it will be wonderful. During the process we have been warned that our water supply may be interrupted. Were so used to turning on the tap and expecting a fresh burst of water that its been a bit of a nuisance when the supply is turned off and we have had to think about storage of water for both domestic use and drinking. Of course water is a utility for which we pay and so, quite rightly, we expect to have a reliable service. However, improvements are essential so while the work goes on, I find I have to keep telling myself that I mustnt grumble. There are still quite a few people living in Debden who remember having to get their daily water from the village pumps. Would we cope with that nowadays? Actually in Debden we would because of our sense of community spirit. Look on pages 5 and 35 to read about those who have worked tirelessly for the Royal British Legion. Theres the news that the New Village Hall Group are planning to use local firms and volunteers to achieve their goal. The shop continues with the help of many volunteers; the volunteer management committee of the Pre- School work tirelessly to ensure its success. People are busy organising a Barn Dance to raise funds for the Village Hall; a festival of Sails is planned in the church to raise money for the upkeep of that lovely building and to ensure that we have a building for the rites of passage. As all this goes on, we find we are on the short list for the Best Village competition. I know the judges will look at the absence of litter, the state of footpaths, ponds, trees, churchyard as well as community spirit. I read that last year in Lincolnshire 80 judges travelled hundreds of miles around the county giving over 900 volunteer hours; I dont know how many judges there are for Essex but I am sure that if you added all the hours that Debdenites give each year it would be lot more. I think that the category for community spirit should be worth twice the number of marks than the other sections; if we dont win perhaps we should campaign for a change in the mark system and if we do win, I believe that the community spirit will have played a vital part.

Ursula

NEWS New Village Hall

Were pulling it all together says 18-strong building group

A new village hall for Debden has moved closer with the establishment of an 18-strong steering group representing the local community and with the range of skills required to oversee this ambitious building project.
Debden New Village Hall Group was formally recognised by Debden Parish Council at its meeting on June 5 when it was agreed to set up a meeting between the group, the council and the village hall trustees to consider the latest plan. The new group is proposing a new-build structure larger than the existing hall and incorporating the village shop, a badminton court and sports changing facilities. A major difference to previous proposals is that to reduce costs the hall would be built using largely local contractors and volunteers. A controversial aspect is the proposal to locate the new hall on the site of the existing sports pavilion, which would be demolished and the facility transferred to a self-contained pavilion within the new building. The group recognises this will be opposed by some people in the village but argues that it is the most logical site, enabling the existing hall to continue to be used during construction and opening up the whole site to create a village centre. The parish council, the trustees, the village shop and user groups including the football club have been party to the discussions to date. Public meeting Following the meeting between the group, the council and the trustees where key issues will be resolved, a public meeting will be held on Wednesday July 24th at 8pm in the Village Hall to report progress to the community. The group hopes that every household and organisation in the village will be represented at this meeting to hear the plans and to ask questions. Stewart Luck, project manager for the New Village Hall Group, told the Pump: Its been a long time coming but I honestly believe that we are now very close to getting agreement on a new village hall that is affordable and meets the needs not just of the present community but future generations. It is inevitable that some aspects of our plans, including how it is going to be funded and how we can best accommodate the needs of all the users, may be controversial but if we all approach this with the best interests of the wider community at heart, it will be an outstanding success and a permanent reminder of what a community can do when it pulls together. 4

Flashing speed limit sign approved

Checks carried out by Essex Highways have confirmed that the speed of vehicles travelling through Debden is sufficiently high to justify a 30 mph flashing sign. Following concerns expressed by Debden Speed Watch to the Parish Council, speed checks were carried out by Highways in Thaxted Road near Rook End Lane and between Ivy Todd Hill and the High Street. Cables across the road measured speed and vehicle type. To justify a flashing sign, the mean speed has to be 35 mph. The Rook End Lane site met the criterion but not Ivy Todd Hill. This was a surprise because we catch far more drivers speeding coming up the hill, said Mike Fairchild, Speed Watch co-ordinator. Highways will provide the sign but an installation date has not yet been given.

Also this month Festival of Sails 6 Then there four of them 8 Flypast Lost Dornier 8 9

Parish Church 12 School 18

Village Shop 20 Letters Our Day Out Pentecostal Church Barn Dance 21 22

Stop Press Debden shortlisted in Best Village Competition

Debden is a finalist in the Essex Village of the Year and Best Kept Village competition. Following a recent inspection of the village, representatives of the community were due to make a presentation to a panel of judges on June 26th.

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LEGION MEMBERS POPPY APPEAL AWARDS Open Day

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Seven members of Debden Branch Royal British Legion Parish Council have been presented with awards for their continuous Notes 34 efforts in collecting for the annual RBL Poppy Appeal. The presentations were made by Colonel (Retd) Roger Royal British Burgess OBE, the Branch Chairman. Legion 35 At a recent Branch Meeting, the Branch Secretary, Mrs Chris Griffin was presented with a For Merit Badge FODs Summer for 25 years involvement. A Certificate for 15 years Fayre 40 service was presented to Mr Michael Clarke and Certificates for 10 years involvement were presented to Events 42 Trevor and Bridget Fry, Christopher Hamill, Tina Knight Information 43 and Malcolm Linscott. Altogether, the recipients have Church services been collecting for a combined period of more than 90 44 years.

Come and celebrate the

FESTIVAL OF SAILS
BARGES AND WINDMILLS

Saturday 13th July

St Mary the Virgin and All Saints Church, Debden 11a.m.5 p.m. Exhibition featuring information about the history of Thames barges, Debdens windmills and the local World War II spigot mortars. Discover all about the voyages of Elizabethan Adventurer Thomas Cavendish
Games for children including the Bosuns Chair, Treasure Hunt. Refreshments including a Bar-B-Cue. Exhibition only on Sunday 14th July
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Festival of Sails
During the weekend of 13th and 14th July, there will be a wonderful opportunity for residents to learn abut the history of Thames Sailing Barges and their importance for the Thames Estuary. The exhibition will give a brief history of the genre, details of barges, crews, destinations and cargoes. In addition, the Ordnance Survey Map of 1850 showing the positions of the four windmills in Debden will be on display along with more information about post mills. A major feature of the Festival of Sails will be information on the life and career of Thomas Cavendish. A Suffolk man, born at Trimley St Martin, near Ipswich, Cavendish was a descendant of the Dukes of Devonshire. Inspired by Francis Drakes circumnavigation of the world, Cavendish was the first man deliberately to set sail around the world and in the process raid Spanish towns and ships. His exploring and privateering made him very rich. A model of his ship, Desire, will be on display. Cavendish set off on his first trip in 1586 and pages from Debden Church Register relating to the births, marriages and deaths from that year will be on display. Refreshments will be available throughout the day as well as games and activities for the children.

New Village Hall

Public meeting Wednesday July 24 Debden Village Hall 8pm
Your chance to see the latest plans and have your say. Everyone in Debden and every organisation is invited to attend. More details are on page 4. Weve been waiting for 15

years, so dont miss it!

Take Yer Pardners!

Tickets are now on sale in the Village Shop for Debdens annual Barn Dance on the new date of Saturday July 13 at Broctons Farm from 7pm. Ticket price includes food and to quench your thirst after dancing to the Scampering Rogues, theres a barof course! Details on page 32. So take yer pardners, your kids and anyone else who wants a memorable night out!

Then there were just the four of them

Just the two of Us packed The Plough for a revival of tunes from the 60s and 70s that most of those present remembered well enough to join in. Local farmer John Hare (keyboard and occasional vocalist) and Nick Bennett (vocals), are former members of the Raveons. That band entertained for more than 40 years in venues around Saffron Walden and at US airforce bases. The four of them. John Hare (keyboard) pictured with Nick Bennett and (left) Victoria Gant and Katherine Hare. As Just the Two of Us they brought back some great memories. But before the night was out, Just the Two of Us became the four of them when John and Nick were joined by Johns daughter, Katherine and her new husband James sister, Victoria, for a selection of hits including by Abba. A great night was rounded off by a beautiful interpretation of Killing me Softly by Katherine, accompanied by her dad. Nostalgia was also in the air five days earlier when historic aircraft from the American Eagles Squadron flew over their old bases in East Anglia, including Debden, to commemorate their service during WW2. The flight included a Hawker Hurricane X, a Spitfire Mk1, a Thunderbolt, a Mustang and the Flying Fortress Sally B. In our picture, three of the fighters are making a low pass over the former RAF Debden and, appropriately, over John Hares farm. In the Sixties, the Raveons were voted top band by local US airbases, then manned by successors to the WW2 Eagles. 8

NEWS
Salvaged Dornier was heading for Debden
The German Dornier 17 bomber just salvaged from the Goodwin Sands was heading for Fighter Command bases at Debden and Hornchurch when it was shot down in 1940. In an attempt to wipe out RAF Fighter Command, Hermann Goering ordered continuous bombing raids on airfields in the southeast. The Dornier was part of a raid on August 26 by 150 German aircraft including 40 bombers escorted by Messerschmitt 109s and 110s. According to Patrick Bishop, author of Wings: the RAF at War 1912-2012, writing in the Sunday Times, most of the aircraft headed for Biggin Hill and Kenley but the Dorniers peeled off for RAF Debden and the base at Hornchurch. After losing its bearings, the recently-salvaged Dornier was shot down by an RAF fighter appropriately from Hornchurch and belly-flopped and cartwheeled on the Goodwins. Two crewmembers died but two survived including the pilot, Feldwebel (Sgt) Willi Effmert, who was taken prisoner. Picture: the Dornier before it was brought to the surface.

Police visits to the Shop will take place on: Thursday 25th July Thursday 29th August Thursday 26th September

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NEWS

F R O M T HE

P ARIS H

C H U RC H O F

S T M ARY

Dear Friends, Maybe I am just old-fashioned, but having, like many of you I am sure, been made to write lengthy letters to grandparents, aunts, uncles and friends in the few days after Christmas and birthday, now I have come of age I do rather enjoy receiving thank you notes. I am heartened to know that something I have done or given has been appreciated and I feel saddened that hand written thank you letters are on the decline an email or text message is not quite the same! So, here in print, is a heartfelt thank you to Bobby and Virginia Chapman for all they have done for Debden Church and the village, during more than 40 years. Bobby has served as Churchwarden and was an invaluable source of support and advice during the building of the New Room in 2000. Virginia has served on the PCC, been chair of governors at the Church school, arranged flowers, provided cakes and quiches and much more. Both have quietly and behind the scenes been so very generous with their time and energy, ensuring that Debden Church has remained a place filled with life where God can be worshipped and glorified by all who enter its doors. Bobby and Virginia, thank you from us all: we wish you many blessings and great happiness in your new home. While we are on the subject, I wonder if sometimes we neglect to thank God for his goodness and his many gifts. Just as thanking someone brings us closer to him or her so thanking God helps us draw closer to him. There is so much for which we can thank him the beauty of the created world, our families and friends, our children, those who support us, those who care for us when we are ill or in need the list is endless. Please let us remember to thank him.
Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you most humble and hearty thanks for all your goodness and loving kindness. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ, for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And give us, we pray, such a sense of all your mercies that our hearts may be unfeignedly thankful, and that we show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up ourselves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. (adapted from The Book of Common Prayer)

God bless you all, Hilary

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I am always happy to visit, whether at home or in hospital. If you, or someone you know, would appreciate a visit please dont hesitate to ring me on 01799 522616

From the Registers We welcome into the Church Family: Hugo Magliano & Anabella Mackay baptised 9th June.

Debden Church Youth Group

will next meet on Wednesday 10th July 7 8.30pm for Rounders and a BBQ All of secondary school age, are very welcome
Please contact Hilary on 01799 522616 if you would like to come and for more details The Church Mice . are meeting a shepherd on Monday 8th July at 10.30am & are meeting a good Samaritan On Monday 5th August at 10.30am

Come and join them in Debden Church New Room. For children 0 4 years old with a parent

FestivalofSail:Windmills&BargesDebdenChurch 11am5pm
Saturday13thJuly:Exhibition,Activities&Gamesforchildren,Refreshments Sunday14thJuly:Exhibitiononly

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F ROM THE SCHOOL

Dear Pump Reader, Year 6 children took part in a two day National Standards Bikeability course in May. You may have seen them out and about in the village undergoing their training with their instructors. They all achieved their level 2 in Bikeability. Well done everyone! Lunchtimes are a really important part of the school day. Children Bikeability can choose to bring a packed lunch or to have one of our school lunches. We are fortunate to have an excellent cook, Mrs Gray, and catering assistant, Mrs Johns, who prepare and serve around 80 school dinners each day.

Children enjoying their school dinner

Children helping themselves to the salad bar

After their lunch, children enjoy playing in our outside area. Left and on the next page, are some photos which show some of the activities the children can take part in during lunchtime play.
Enjoying the play equipment:

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Giant Connect Four

Playing Chess

Year 6 enjoyed taking part in the annual Crucial Crew event at Clarence House in June which is organised by the uniformed services. The children joined children from other local primary schools and took part in a range of activities, scenarios and role plays on a variety of topics which included railway, road and fire safety, drugs and alcohol abuse, first aid, bullying and internet safety, smoking and theft. As we come towards the end of term we have some special events which you are all very welcome to attend. Events for your diary FODS Summer Fayre Friday 5th July 4-6pm Presentation, Dance Production and Musical Evening Thursday 11th July 6pm Tuesday 16th July 1.15-3pm Open Afternoon End of Term Church Service Friday 19th July 9.30am Sports Day Monday 22nd July 10am More news from the school and children in the next edition. With all good wishes Julie Gibbons (Headteacher)

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News from the Shop

As many customers and staff will be aware, we have had to make do with an inadequate electric heater for some months. The air conditioning system, which was installed in 2006, broke down earlier this year and was deemed irreparable. We are therefore very grateful to the Searle Trust for providing a Grant to enable us to replace the Heat Pump, on the roof, and heat exchanger inside the Shop. Installation will take place during the first week of July, in time for us to have fully functioning air conditioning when the long expected heat wave arrives! Our vegetable supplier has been providing some very delicious asparagus, amongst other lines, and we hope to see an increased amount of vegetables as the Summer progresses. However, due to the lack of support for Dorringtons bread on a Saturday morning, the Shop Committee has decided to cancel the order from the 1st July. When you next visit the Shop, spare some time to investigate our stock of stationery. You will find a bigger and better supply of very reasonably priced wrapping paper among other things. Also, on the top of the shelving you will find a selection of unique bags and other attractive items, all of which have been locally produced. They make excellent presents, or a treat for yourselves! Nina Manser

Shop Opening Times Monday to Friday ** Saturday Sunday 08.30 13.30 09.30 12.00 09.30 12.00 14.00 16.30 14.00 16.00 Closed

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. Dear Pump Readers Through the pages of our excellent magazine, Mike and I would like to say a big thank you to The Rave-Ons for a smashing gig 60s and 70s favourites - on the night of Saturday 1st June in the Plough we thoroughly enjoyed the music. So heres hoping that it is the first of many such evenings. Sue and Mike Barton Dear Pump Readers We would like to hold a raffle at the barn dance on 13th July, 2013 to try and increase the fund raising effort. Donations of suitable prizes would be most gratefully received by 5th July, 2013. Please contact Marion Bamfield at 11 Highfields, telephone 01799 540783 or by e mail: secretary@theparishpump.org. THANK YOU Marion Bamfield

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Our Day Out

In the cold, bleak days of early February, the idea of a barge trip down the River Orwell in May was a light to keep us going. However, spring never came and Tuesday May 21st dawned with the usual cold wind and grey skies; at least it wasnt raining. We all gathered by the Shop and left promptly at 9 am no room for malingerers - enjoying a pleasant coach journey to Ipswich. The Thames Barge, Thistle, was waiting for us at the quay and, fortified with coffee, we donned a few more layers of clothes and went on board. Soon we were motoring through the lock and onto the river. Once under the Orwell Bridge, the sails were put up and we felt the surge of the boat as it cut through the water. We passed Shotley and Woolverstone Marinas, Pin Mill, and Suffolk Yacht Harbour. As we approached the port of Felixstowe, we were amazed by the size of the container ships.
Bridge over windy water. Passing under the Orwell Bridge

Debden residents are a hardy lot and nearly everyone stayed on deck; the really brave souls stood at the bow whilst others huddled around the wheel house towards the stern or managed to find seating slightly out of the wind. Lunch was wonderful; a hearty Ploughmans with salads and then hot fruit crumble with lashings of cream followed by coffee or tea or perhaps a tot of rum! The return trip was under power as there was a head wind. We arrived back at Ipswich cold but having thoroughly enjoyed the day; it had been a chance to catch up with other villagers and to just relax. Many thanks must go to Mica for organising a great day. Batten down the hatches! 22

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News from Debden Pentecostal Church

Dear Friends, For many years we have had connections with Carol Seymour and Ginny Perkins who are missionaries working in the southern area of the Congo. They have been undertaking a diverse range of ministries which include reaching people in remote areas (often travelling on dilapidated roads and over precarious bridges), radio and television broadcasts, and ministry to prisoners. The conditions in these prisons are very dire and the prisoners even have to rely on friends and relatives to bring in food. Earlier this year the security situation in the area where they were working deteriorated very rapidly . We prayed and listened with bated breath for news as our friends had to flee the country and cross the border by foot into Zambia. We are very much looking forward to a visit from Carol and Ginny later in the month to hear both about their adventures and how God is working miraculously in peoples lives in Congo. Finally, an advance notice that we are expecting another visit from Yan Hadley on the evening of 18th August.

God bless, Simon Gale

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Debden Pentecostal Church

Thaxted Road, Debden

Weekly Programme
Sunday 11.00 am Morning Worship 6.30 pm Sunday Evening services will be held on 7th 21st and 28th July (see below) Wednesday 10.30 to 12 noon Coffee Morning
Please contact Paul Baker on 01440 710416 if you need information about the church.

Special note

Special Dates in July

. Sunday 28th July at 6.30 pm We hope to be having a visit in the evening from Congo missionaries Carol and Ginny.

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BARN DANCE
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SCAMPERING ROGUES Saturday, 13th July 2013

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P ARISH C OUNCIL
DEBDEN PARISH COUNCIL MEETING, 5th JUNE, 2013 New Village Hall Group A statement was read on behalf of the Debden New Village Hall Group. The PC recognised the new group but pointed out that as they are Custodian Trustees they are unable to get involved in the administration of the Hall. The new group will need to consult with the Trustees of the Memorial Hall because they will have to approve their proposals. Annual Return and Governance Statement for 2012/13 The Annual Return and Governance Statement for the Council were signed and will now be forwarded to the External Auditor. Best Kept Village Competition Judges visited the village a few weeks ago and a reply should be received fairly soon. The PC would like to thank all the people in the village for making a special effort to keep the village clean and tidy over recent weeks and it is hoped this will continue. Race Track, Debden Green Further complaints have been received concerning the amount of soil being deposited at the track. This is being used to build up the banks around the race track. UDC Enforcement Dept. has been advised. Speed Surveys The surveys were carried out recently in Mill Road and Thaxted Road. We are waiting to hear whether the criteria have been met for VAS signs. Flower Tubs These will shortly be planted with summer bedding plants. The Council expressed their thanks to the people who look after the plants throughout the summer. Allotments The majority of rents have been collected. There are a few outstanding issues which the PC will endeavour to resolve. Carver Barracks Open Day Open Day at the Barracks will be on Saturday 27th July, 12.00 16.00. Planning Applications The following applications have been received. No comments submitted UTT/13/1007/DC - 3 Smiths Green, Thaxted Road Retrospective application for air source heat pump UTT/13/1006/DC - 10 Smiths green, Thaxted Road Retrospective application for air source heat pump 34

UTT/13/1005/DC - 17 Smiths Green, Thaxted Road Retrospective application for air source heat pump UTT/13/0020/FUL - Brick House Farm, Newport Road Erection of sheep/shelter/shed The following applications has been approved UTT/13/0739/HHF - New Amberden Hall, Hamperden End Extensions, replacement windows, retile roof and new garden wall UTT/13/0311/HHF 4 Denesyde, Thaxted Road Demolition of existing rear conservatory and erection of single storey rear extension. UTT/13/0190/HHF - Ashvale, Rook End Lane Demolition of existing single storey side extension and construction of proposed 1.1/2 storey side extension and new detached double bay cart shed and store.

ROYAL BRITISH LEGION AWARDS FOR DEBDEN

Two members of Debden Branch Royal British Legion have just been awarded prestigious Essex County Legion Certificates of Appreciation. The Certificates were presented to the recently elected Branch President, Mr Mike Barton, and to the Branch Secretary, Mrs Chris Griffin, by the President of Essex County RBL, Brigadier (Retd) Malcolm Ratcliffe DL. Mike Barton has lived in Debden since 1971 with his wife Sue and has two daughters who were educated in local schools. He joined the Debden Branch RBL in 1990 and has held the posts of Vice Chairman and Chairman. Mrs Chris Griffin joined the Branch in 1995, following in the footsteps of her father, an ex-Chairman. She has served with dedication and efficiency as Secretary and Treasurer since joining. The Branch Chairman, Colonel (Retd) Roger Burgess, praised the recipients and endorsed the awards, saying that they were thoroughly welldeserved and were a fitting tribute to their enthusiasm, hard work and support over a sustained period.

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MATHS COACHING
Recently retired Maths teacher offering extra tuition for GCSE and A levels Contact: Lucy Chapman Sharon, Thaxted Road, Debden Tel:01799 543864 Hearing Help Uttlesford Problems with you NHS Hearing Aid?
Obtain FREE help and advice at:SAFFRON WALDEN at the Day Centre in Hill Street on the Last Saturday of each month from 9.45 til 11.30 am or at THAXTED at The Surgery, Margaret Street on the Last Thursday of each month from 10.00 am til Noon
For more information call 01799 599790 (9am 4pm) Regd. Charity No. 289280 38

HOLIDAY COTTAGES TO LET NORTH NORFOLK

2 Adjoining cottages in the village of Burnham Market one sleeping 6 and the other 4. To let separately or together. 2 miles from Holkham, 11/2 miles from coast, enclosed south-facing garden, off-street parking. Lovely beaches, golf courses, bird watching etc! Please ring Christine Rhodes on 07831 627678 rhodes@jockwood.co.uk

ENVIRON KITCHENS AND BATHROOMS

DESIGN, SUPPLY and INSTALLATION Or INSTALLATION ONLY ALL ASSOCIATED SERVICES.. TILING, PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL FLOORING AND DECORATING
Environ Construction Sharon Thaxted Road Debden

Contact: Ron Chapman

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Loves Farm Lamb

Home produced spring lamb. Grass fed on extensive grazing. With over twenty years of shepherding experience, we would like to sell our lambs directly to the public. Professionally butchered, chopped, jointed, bagged and labelled ready for the freezer. Price depending on weights: Half Lamb: 60 - 70 Whole lamb: 120 - 140

Please ring Chris Mizen 01371 831033 07702 048457 Loves Farm, Cutlers Green, Thaxted.

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E VENT S D IARY
Saturday 5th July FODs Summer Fayre Debden School 4pm6pm p40

Saturday 13th July

Festival of Sails

Parish Church 11am - 5 pm

p7

Saturday 13th July

Debden Barn Dance New Village Hall progress meeting

Broctons Farm, 7pm Village Hall 8pm

P7 & 32

Wednesday 24th July

P4 & 7

Saturday Jul 27 & Sunday Jul 28 Wed 7th August

Carver Barracks Open Weekend Parish Council Meeting

Carver Barracks

p33

Village Hall

p34

The Parish Pump is printed by Copycats

"Providing Vocational Opportunities to

Adults with Learning Difficulties" For printing needs call Owen Bryant Call 01799 522145 to obtain a quote.
Thursdays: Mothers and Toddlers 1012 noon Memorial Hall 2nd Friday of each month: 2nd Friday Club for newcomers to the village to meet and greet 8pm onwards at The Plough If you planning to hold an event in the village in 2013/2014, please check against dates above to avoid clashes and give your dates (even provisional) to the editors who will post on the website calendar. 42

In response to readers requests for more information, here is a list of telephone numbers that may be useful. Please inform the editors if any are out of date or incorrect.

I NFORMATION

Essex Police 101 NEW non emergency (15p per call) Neighbourhood Police 07779 037084 Hospitals Addenbrookes, Cambridge ...... 01223 245151 Princess Alexandra, Harlow ...... 01279 444455 Doctors Newport.... 01799 540696 Thaxted .... 01371 830213 Saffron Walden: Borough Lane ......... 01799 524224 Gold Street.. ........... 01799 525325 Rectory Practice .01799 522327 TEDS (out of hours)....... 01371877410 Dentists (Saffron Walden) Church Street.. ....... 01799 528555 High Street.. ........ 01799 521357 Hill Street... ......... 01799 528209 London Road... 01799 523194 New Road........ 01799 521265 NHS Radwinter Road Hospital ... 0800 7833396 Churches St Mary the Virgin & All Saints Rev Hilary Davey ........... 01799 522616 Pentecostal Church Paul Baker 01440 710416 Debden Shop 01799 541348 Karen Roper (manager) 01799 541634 Footpaths Nicola McCahill 01799 541411 Village Hall Hire Tony Hudson . 01799 541577 pref. email;. tonyhudson07@aol.com Schools Debden Primary 01799 540302 Pre school .. 07845 101809 Newport Free Grammar.. 01799 540237 SW County High .. 01799 513030

Friends 01799 525351 Transport Train times .. 08457 484950 Ticket booking 0800 566566 Stansted Airport01279 680500 Noise Complaints.0800 243788 Village link buses 5 & 3...08457 000333 Debden Clubs Football (Eddie Minet). 07766 970296 Tennis (Roger Forster) ... 01799 541409 Table tennis (Jim Watson) 540721 Badminton (Richard Simmonds) 541084 Karen Howarth School of Dancing ........................................ 01279 651535 Building Services Watson and Woolner ...... 01799 541846 RA Gunn 07708 493432 Plumber G MacSwan 07877 193292 Plumber C Wolff.............. 01799 543679 Chimney Sweep (Jessica Hayes) 01799 540232 Neighbour Watch ..01376 556232 County Councillor Simon Walsh email:simon.walsh@essex.gov.uk District Councillor Tina Knight .. 01799 540881 Parish Council Members Andrew Tetlow .01799 541502 (Chairman) Roger Forster .. 01799 541409 (Open Spaces) April Gardner 01799 542288 (Play Area and Parish Pump) Stephen Jasper ...01799 543141 (Localism Bill) Stephanie Watson 01799 540721 Stewart Luck . 01799 540866 Richard Simmonds .. 01799 541084
Debden Shop and Post Office opening hours, p20

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CHURCH SERVICES FOR JULY 2013 Date DEBDEN WIMBISH

7th July : Sixth Sunday after Trinity

11am Family Service 9.30am Holy Communion Led by Live Wires 14th July : Seventh Sunday after Trinity 9.30am Family Service Festival of Sails Exhibition 21st July : Eighth Sunday after Trinity 11am Matins 11am Holy Communion

9.30am Family Communion 28th July : Ninth Sunday after Trinity

11am Matins 9.30 Family Communion

4th August : Tenth Sunday after Trinity

9.30 Holy Communion

11 am Family Service

PRIEST-IN-CHARGE : Rev. Hilary Davey (01799) 522616 CHURCHWARDENS : Micka Brown (01799) 540395 Nina Manser (01799) 541863 PCC SECRETARY : Tony Vernon (01371) 830801 website : www.debden.org

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