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Saying goodbye to my favourite Boxted resident
It’s with great sadness that, as many of you are already aware, I share the news of the sudden and unexpected death of my husband, Patrick (Mac), last month.
Apart from five years when we were first married, Mac, who had just celebrated his 78th birthday, had lived all his life on the smallholding at 53 Straight Road, Boxted. I think this duration living on the small holdings is probably a record for the village. Can anyone confirm if that’s true?
Mac would often share stories of growing up in Boxted, many of which showed how much the village has changed in his lifetime. The family dog, Jock, did ‘point duty’ on the Straight Road, which I believe at the time was little more than a track and with very little traffic. Indeed, one Christmas day Mac took his brand new football and played footie with a friend out on Straight Road, there was so little traffic.
Following Mac’s death, that same friend has shared some memories of growing up in the village in the fifties, which I thought you might enjoy reading. Mac’s cousin has also shared his memories of life on the smallholding around that time, when most of the smallholdings were used for horticulture.
If anyone else has memories of the smallholdings or the village years ago please let us have them. Annette Whybrow, the village archivist, will be able to store them with the village history records.
I want to take this opportunity to thank the community of Boxted for the outpouring of love and support that came our way following Mac’s death. I really appreciate this wonderful community.
Angela
‘Memories of Mac…’ – CLICK HERE to read about memories of Mac from those who grew up with him.
Ride + Stride
Saturday 14 September
Church Services
Sunday 15 September
St Mary’s Langham
- 9.30 am Holy Communion
- 10.30 am Morning Worship
Refreshments will be served between services
Sunday 22 September
- 9.30 am Harvest Communion
Boxted History Group
Wednesday 18 September, 8.00pm
Boxted Village Hall
Janette Robinson will give a talk entitled Stories from the Stones.
All welcome.
Mobile Library
Thursday 19 September
9.35 – 10.05am: Moor Road, Langham
10.10 – 10.40am: Village Hall Car Park, Boxted
Langham 10k
Sunday 22 September
For full details, go to Langham10k.co.uk
Harvest Parade Service
with Boxted Methodist Silver Band
Sunday 22nd September
11 am All Saints Church, Great Horkesley
Tendring Colchester Borders Garden Community
Notification of Consultation on Modifications to the Development Plan Document (DPD)
The partner Councils (Tendring District Council, Colchester City Council, and Essex County Council) for the Tendring Colchester Borders Garden Community are carrying out a consultation on modifications to the Development Plan Document (DPD) following hearing sessions held in May 2024. The Inspector has now recommended modifications to the DPD that he considers necessary to make the plan sound.
The Councils are holding a six-week public consultation on these modifications and supporting documents, from 10th September 2024 – 21st October 2024.
The Consultation documents are:
- Modifications for Consultation
- DPD Policies Map – Modifications Update
- Sustainability Appraisal (SA) – Modifications Update
- Habitats Regulation Assessment (HRA) – Modifications Addendum
A track changed version of the DPD has also been produced to show how the proposed modifications would appear in full.
The consultation relates specifically to these documents and in particular the proposed modifications which have been recommended by the Inspector.
This consultation is not an opportunity to repeat or raise further representations about the published plan or to seek further changes to the plan.
You can view the above documents and submit your comments by visiting our engagement website at https://talk.tcbgardencommunity.co.uk.
Paper copies will be made available to view at Colchester Town Hall, Clacton Town Hall, Wivenhoe Library, Greenstead Library and all libraries in Tendring District..
You can view the Councils’ Statements of Community Involvement at Statement of Community Involvement (tendringdc.gov.uk) and at Statement of community involvement | Colchester Borough Council.
What’s on in October …
Save the date …
Regulars in Boxted
Did you know there is an events calendar for Boxted Village Hall on the Boxted Village Website. Click here to view the calendar .
Pylons in Boxted
The YouTube link for a recording of the presentation is as follows: https://youtu.be/he526OsS59k
Copies of the presentation slides can be downloaded from the below link (in both MS Powerpoint and PDF formats): https://geodex.egnyte.com/fl/DAoBov0huj/Boxted_Parish_Council_
A full list of links is provided in the description of the YouTube video and within the presentation slides. For more information please follow:
- https://pylonseastanglia.co.uk/
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/718238339216424
- https://www.facebook.com/boxtedagainstpylons/
For all official National Grid information please see:
Sing to beat Parkinsons
Fortnightly Wednesdays 10.30 – noon (term time). £5.00. Contact Emma Bishton at colchester.singtobeat@gmail.com for more information and check session dates at www.ejbmusic.co.uk/colchester
Boxted Royal British Legion
Check out the latest events on the RBL Facebook page
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All are welcome to all events!
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Forest Church
Second Saturday every month, 3pm, St Peter’s Churchyard
Boxted Bingo!
Contact Dot for more details on 01206 272676
Open door drop-in cafe
Fridays, 8.45am – 10.15am
Boxted Village Hall
Term time only
Boxted History Group
3rd Wednesday of each month
Boxted Village Hall – 7.30 pm
For further information call 01206 272774
Neil Dickenson will talk to the Group about Japan – The last Shogun to the Present Emperor at the meeting in the Village hall at 7.45pm on Wednesday 17th April. and will begin with a short AGM. All welcome. Information on 272250.
2nd Tuesday of the month 7.30pm @ Boxted Village Hall
Contact:
Geraldine Russell 07840 746953
Email Essex HQ @ admin@essexwi.org.uk
Find us on Facebook
Art and Craft Club
3rd Wednesday of each month 2 – 4 pm
Boxted Village Hall
Bowls club
Every Friday 2 – 4 pm
Boxted Village Hall
Our Boxted Evergreen Club meet in the village hall every four weeks from 2.00pm to 3.30pm. Anyone wishing to come along would be given a warm welcome. Our members are always asked for their suggestions before our yearly entertainment programme is arranged, so we do try our best to cater for everyone. If you would like more information about our club please call Linda on 01206 272710.
Monthly Pencil Art
Contact willowsofdedham@gmail.com for more info
Mobile library
10.10am – 10.40am
Boxted Village Hall car park
25 April
16 May
06 June
27 June
18 July
08 August
29 August
19 September
10 October
31 October
21 November
12 December
https://libraries.essex.gov.uk/digital-content/our-mobile-and-home-library-services/mobile-libraries/colchester
You can call ourContact Centre on 0345 603 7628 Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm, to speak to an advisor, or use the 24-hour automated service (option 1) to renew your items (also at weekends).
The Edge & The Zone
The Zone for 6-11 year olds 5.30pm-7pm and the Edge for 12-18 year olds 7.30pm-9.00pm. Fortnightly during term time at St Peter’s Church. ContactLinda Sheil 01206 273324
Regulars in Langham
The Langham Community Centre hosts a wide range of regular clubs and unique activities. Many of these groups would welcome new members, so don’t hesitate to browse the ‘Activities’ page on the website or see the Facebook page to find out more.
If you have an idea for a new club or event, please contact Sue Armstrong by calling 07741 284132 or emailing LanghamCC@gmail.com to further discuss your idea.
Langham Ladies meets on the2nd Thursday of each month, 7:30pm – 10:00pm atLangham Community Centre.Contact Gill Brown on01206 273286orTricia Gooding on01206 230510
Langham Community Cafe
Main Hall of the Community Centre on the last Friday of each month, from 10:30am until midday. All are welcome to join us for coffee/tea and cakes.
Beer and the Bible
Mobile Library
Moor Road, Langham,9.35am – 10.05am
25 April
16 May
06 June
27 June
18 July
08 August
29 August
19 September
10 October
31 October
21 November
12 December
https://libraries.essex.gov.uk/digital-content/our-mobile-and-home-library-services/mobile-libraries/colchester
You can call ourContact Centre on 0345 603 7628 Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm, to speak to an advisor, or use the 24-hour automated service (option 1) to renew your items (also at weekends).
In the Community
East Anglia GREEN project update
Following the name change we have also updated our project contact details which you can now use to get in touch with us here:
– contact@n-t.nationalgrid.com
– FREEPOST N TO T
– www.nationalgrid.com/norwich-to-tilbury
Langham Community Shop now has leaflets regardingNational Grid’s Norwich to Tilbury pylon/cables plan. If you would like to object to their proposals, please pick up and complete the forms, which can be left at the Shop to be sent to the Secretary of State.
You can also find the petition online at: https://pylonseastanglia.co.uk/ or join the Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/718238339216424/
Food bank donations
Food bank collection points are at Boxted British Legion Club, St Peter’s Church, Boxted, St Mary’s Church Langham and Langham Community Shop
Find out what’s needed and how you can help. Go to: https://colchester.foodbank.org.uk/
Good Neighbours
For help with transport to an important appointment (hospital, dentist, flu/covid booster, collection of prescriptions or a visit for some company. Call so we can help, Monday to Friday, 8am – 7pm:
- Monday……….230525 or 272773
- Tuesday……….271813 or 273195
- Wednesday….272755 or 272013
- Thursday……..07842 034489 or 323007 or 07765 037892
- Friday………… 07510 504026
Please phone for the day on which you make your call, not the day of your appointment.
St Peter’s Markets Plants
Over 500 plants are for sale in aid of Langham with Boxted Church Funds. Most plants are £1.50 to £3.50 with quantity discounts.Perennials, English native trees, shrubs, herbs and climbers are available.First come first served but all will be done to fulfil requests.Contact Stephen Whybrow on 07801 749575 or email stephenwhybrow@msn.com to order or arrange viewing or visit https://stpetersmarketplace.org/ for more information.
Useful links:
Boxted Parish Council
Boxted Parish Council on Facebook
Boxted Village Hall
Boxted Village Website
Boxted Neighbourhood Plan
Boxted Primary School
Boxted British Legion
Boxted S t Peters Church
Little Owls Pre-School
Boxted Cricket Club
Mobile Library Service
Boxted Runners
Boxted 10K
Boxted WI on Facebook
Boxted WI on Twitter
Boxted Airfield Historical Group
Langham Community Centre
Langham Community Shop
Langham St Mary’s Church
Langham Village Website
Langham Parish Council
2nd Langham Scouts
Dedham Vale & Stour Valley ANOB
Essex County Council’s PROW Interactive map
Colchester District Neighbourhood Watch
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