Village News and Events
in Boxted and Langham
Welcome to this week’s newsletter – giving you a reminder of some of the regular events taking place in Boxted and Langham. This week you can party on the street with Boxted WI, learn more about ladies underwear at Langham Community Centre and, if you’re a gent, volunteer to chat and get a free lunch at Horkesley Manor care home. You can also see a snippet of the Boxted Silver Band marching along Chapel Road before their final service which took place last week.
Next meeting: Monday 10 June
Next call: Tuesday 11 June
Travelling Tapas night
Tuesday 11 June
Join us in the Workhouse Hill area to sample some Iberian influenced nibbles and drinks.
Parish Council meeting
Wednesday 12 June, 7pm at Boxted Village Hall
Read this month’s draft agenda here
Mobile library
Thursday 13 June, 10.10am – 10.40am
Boxted Playing Field
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Book review
My house is falling down by Mary Loudon
A truthful, exciting, agonising adult love triangle. An emotional labyrinth, with monsters, great risks – and survival.’ Laline Paull, author of The Bees
Read the review here
Evergreens
Thursday 13 June at 2.30pm
Boxted Village Hall
Bring your own favourite flowers
Langham Ladies
Thursday 13 June, 8pm
Langham Community Centre
Guest speaker Terry Taber: My life in ladies’ underwear!
Everyone welcome.
Next meeting: Friday 14 June
Church Services
Sunday 16 June
9.30am Family service at St Mary’s, Langham
11.00am service at Boxted Methodist Church
Closure of Boxted Methodist Chapel
Above is a short clip of the Boxted Silver Band making its way along Chapel Lane before the Silver Band service at Boxted Methodist Church on 2nd June.
With much sadness, and as you may already be aware, the final service at Boxted Methodist Chapel will be held on Sunday 8 July at 3pm, accompanied by the Silver Band.
This will be a respectful, loving remembrance of all that has been achieved at the Chapel by so many dedicated people since its opening approximately 187 years ago.
During the weekend of 6-7 July, it is also hoped to have a small display featuring some of the history over the years.
On the Saturday, the Chapel will be open for viewing from 2pm – 4pm and on the Sunday from 12.30pm with the service commencing at 3pm.
All are welcome to what will be a display and service remembering the Chapel and its long-standing association with the village.
Plea for plants!
Boxted School Association welcomes any plant donations for the plant stall at our Summer Fête to be held from 3.15pm on Friday 28th June at Boxted St. Peter’s Primary School.
Last year we had a great response from local residents and we hope you will be able to support us again.
Please leave any donations outside the school reception area on any of the following Friday mornings:
- 14th June
- 21st June
- 28th June
All funds raised will benefit the children of Boxted St Peter’s.
Thank you for your kind support.
Boxted Airfield Historical Group
18 June, 7.15pm
Sir
Bob Russell: ‘The role of the High Steward’
Details available from Jeremy on 07885 657255 or jezzyh@btinternet.com;
Admission donation £4, includes refreshments and a raffle ticket.
A reminder …
Deadline for submitting copy for the July issue of the parish newsletter should be with the editor, Tim Clarke, by Thursday 20th June.
Email: lwbnewsletter@gmail.com
Calling all men!
Male volunteers required to visit the gentlemen at
Horkesley Manor care home
Join them for a couple of hours on the first Friday of each month for a free lunch and a chat.
Contact Barry Took on 07941 724543 if you are interested in coming along.
Barry is happy to give anyone a lift.
Shed and garden crime
Stephen Armson-Smith
Crime Prevention Tactical Advisor, Essex Police
As spring disappears into summer and we find ourselves spending more time keeping the garden tidy, we also see an increased number of shed and outbuilding thefts.
Working in the garden: It is easy to get engrossed in what you are doing when working in the garden. If the house is empty it is wise to close and lock the door (don’t forget the key!). Remember when you finish working in the garden or stop for a break, put your tools away, It adds “insult to injury” if your tools are used to break into your house.
New tools and lawn mowers: Be mindful of how you dispose of the packaging of your new purchases. Don’t advertise it to the thieves and burglars with your empty boxes on display outside for roadside collection. Fold boxes inside out or break them up and put them in bag for collection.
Property marking: It’s a good deterrent if your property is visibly security marked with your house number and post code (see www.creproducts.co.uk) or labelled if a forensic (hidden) property marking system is used (see www.smartwater.com or www.selectadna.co.uk). You can also record the serial numbers of any property free of charge at www.immobilise.com . If your property does get stolen, there is a greater chance of you getting it back with property marking and/or recording on Immobilise.
Shed security: With sheds, coach-bolt and plate the padlock hasp sections to the frame and door. Use a good quality ‘close shackle’ padlock or a key operated mortice lock. Don’t forget the hinges – ensure they cannot be unscrewed. Protect windows with a wire mesh and fit a curtain or whitewash the windows to prevent prying eyes. Consider a shed alarm if you do not have one. There are shed alarms available that contact you on the phone when activated (see www.uwatch.co.uk) . Products that are fit for purpose can found by looking for the “Secured by Design” or “Sold Secure” logos, or on their websites www.securedbydesign.com or www.soldsecure.com .
New plants: Larger plants etc. can be secured to land or rootball anchors or plant through chicken wire covering the area with soil. Cement or bolt down containers to the ground. Your local garden centre or DIY store should be able to help.
Rogue Traders: The rogue trader also takes advantage of the fine weather to con the unsuspecting. Although you may think you would never be taken in by them they can be very convincing especially to the elderly or vulnerable, “I am laying some gravel up the road and see you need some……”, “I notice your trees or shrubs need a prune…”. So many stories. Look after the elderly or vulnerable near you and step in should you need to with a little advice – another face sometime puts the rogue trader off. If you need a trader and have no personal recommendations, look at www.buywithconfidence for traders checked out by Trading Standards.
Useful links:
Boxted Parish Council Website
Boxted Village Hall
Boxted Primary School
Boxted British Legion
Boxted Runners
Boxted 10K
Boxted Airfield Historical Group
Langham Community Centre
Langham Community Shop
Dedham Vale & Stour Valley ANOB
Essex County Council’s PROW Interactive map
Colchester District Neighbourhood Watch
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