PARISH NEWSLETTER The Parishes of Skelton with Shipton and Newton-on-Ouse

The Revd Malcolm Wainwright, The Rectory, Church Lane, Skelton, York, YO30 1XT Tel: 01904 471351 malcolm@mhwainwright.eclipse.co.uk
The Revd Anna Lindley, 35 Manor Garth, Wigginton, York,YO32 2WZ. anna@lindley-york.freeserve.co.uk

CHURCH WARDENS: April 2016

Skelton Newton
Shipton
Carolyn Evans 01904 470125 Margaret Trowbridge 01347 848605
Kathy Peacock 01904 471980 David Theakstone 01904 470550
Ian Holbrook 01904 470674

WORSHIP CALENDAR Archbishop of York’s visit to our area.

As part of his pilgrimage round Yorkshire the
Sunday 3rd April First after Easter Archbishop will be staying in our benefice and
Skelton 9.30am Holy Communion visiting, churches, schools and going to various
Shipton 11.00am All age worship service events in the region. He will be taking services for
Newton 6.30pm Evensong with Choir with us, visiting and walking in the benefice and will be
Readings & Prayers for the Annunciation visiting Shipton school. We are hoping he will be
able to do a bit more with us, say in Skelton, but
Sunday 10th April Second after Easter
his time is very limited, as he also needs to walk 4
Skelton 9.30am Family Communion
miles a day- a key part of his pilgrimage
with refreshments
You are invited to join him through the week as
Shipton 11.00am Family Communion
Newton 11.00am Family Communion
he walks through our area.
with Baptism and Sunday School Pilgrimage always reminds of our journey through
life and gives us a chance to think about where we
Sunday 17th April Third after Easter are going spiritually and to look again at our
Newton 8.00am Holy Communion (said) values as well as our direction of travel. By the
Skelton 10.30am* Holy Communion (NB time) time this newsletter is out we will have
Shipton 11.00am Worship Service followed by remembered the journey that Jesus made to
AGM and refreshments in the Chapel Jerusalem and his death A journey that
Linton 4.30pm Family worship demonstrated in a dramatic way, God’s infinite
Village Hall love for us.
Whether you go to church, or not, this would be a
Sunday 24th April Fourth after Easter good opportunity to join the Archbishop as he
Skelton 9.30am All Age Service walks close to us, and to get alongside others,
Shipton 11.00am Family Communion doing the same.
Newton 11.00am Holy Communion Easter reminds us that we were made for a
wonderful purpose, to live our lives in harmony
Sunday 1st May Fifth after Easter with God’s love which is infinite and eternal. This
Skelton 9.30am Holy Communion gives us a vision much greater than we could
Shipton 11.00am Service with refreshments
dream of and leads us beyond ourselves to the
Newton 6.30pm Evensong with choir
Creator himself, through his spirit. We all need to
tap into that vision, presence and love. See you on
During Archbishop’s visit
Wednesday 4th May
the road during the week of 1st to 8th May, and
Skelton 8.30am Morning Prayer do follow his whole journey round Yorkshire on
Shipton 9.30am School Visit Radio York and all the local media!
Thursday 5th May Ascension Day The events publicised at this stage will be rather
Easingwold 7.30pm Service of Prayer and Praise provisional, any changes will be notified in our
Friday 6th May May newsletter.
Newton 7.30pm Musical Evening in church Have a Blessed Summer!
with 2 choirs & musicians from University of York Revs Malcolm and Anna
Saturday 8th May
Newton 8.30am Morning Prayer BAPTISM & MARRIAGE:
(NB that his timetable & attendance at services & If you are thinking about Baptism or Marriage in any of
events may change. It is provisional at this point) the three parish churches, please contact the Reverend
Malcolm Wainwright. Contact details can be found at
the top of this page.
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Skelton Parish Council Village Hall at 7.30 p.m. on Thursday April 28th See
website www.skelton-york.gov.uk or Parish Notice Boards for details
Skelton WI Monthly meeting, April 14th, Village Hall, 7.30pm. “NGS—opening
your garden for charity” Pat Hutchinson. Competition — My favourite flower.
Visitors always welcome. Call 470605 for further information
Skelton Gardening Club. Next meeting Thursday April 21st, 7.30pm Village
Hall. AGM followed by a talk “The growing of Cottage Lavender and Pinks”
New members welcome.
Coffee Chat and Books, Wednesday April 6th 10-11.30. All welcome every
first Wednesday of the month in Skelton Village Hall. Come with a friend - and
please bring along any books you no longer need!
Vicarage reading group in Skelton is looking for people to join our friendly
monthly reading group at members’ homes (2nd Monday evening of each
month). We read mostly fiction although we are open to suggestions. Contact
Janis on 01904 471367
NB the church service on the Third Sunday of the month will start at
10.30am for a trial period of 3 months.
Skelton Walking Group Saturday April 2nd, meet at the village green by
9.30am for a six miles walk around Sancton Wold followed by a pub lunch. All
welcome details contact 01904 470037
Skelton Village Hall. The Management Committee will hold its AGM in the Hall
on Tuesday April 12th at 8.00pm. All welcome
Skelton Village Trust Speaker Evening and AGM Thursday April 7th at
7.30pm in the Village Hall. Speaker Dr John Gibbins: “York in the Roman
Empire" followed by a complimentary buffet supper and glass of wine or soft
drink. Admission by complimentary ticket available from committee members.
All most welcome. www.skeltonvillagetrust.org
Open level Yoga classes Skelton Village Hall, Mondays, 6.30-7.30pm,
suitable for beginners to more advanced practitioners. Free yoga class for new
students only - must be booked in advanced. Contact Lyndsey on 07926
979653 or info@theyogispace.co.uk to find out more or to secure a space.
(www.theyogispace.co.uk)
Police Surgery for Skelton Ward Wednesday April 27th, from 6pm in the
Mobile Police Office (VW Transporter) which will be parked outside the Village
Hall. Residents are invited to come along and talk to your local Safer
Neighbourhood Team about any issues.
Mobile Library in Skelton. The Mobile Library visits Skelton every two
weeks. As well as borrowing books & audio books, you can update your
library card or York Card, return books from any other York library, &
request books to be brought to Skelton for you to borrow. The library stops
in Fairfields Drive from 2.00pm to 2.45pm & Brecksfield from 2.50pm to
4.00pm. Mondays April 11th and 25th For more information tel. 01904
552655, email mobile.library@exploreyork.org.uk or go to
www.exploreyork.org.uk
Skelton Community Primary School is pleased to announce that from
September 2016 a New Breakfast Club (07:30-08:45) and After School
Club (15:30-18:00) will be available at school Monday to Friday during
term time, provided in collaboration with Yorkchildcare. To make enquiries
and book please see www.yorkchildcare.co.uk or call 01904 409764.
We also have spare places in Reception for September 2016 and we
would like to welcome new families to the school, which was OFTSED
rated GOOD IN ALL AREAS in the last inspection (February 2015). The
school has modern spacious facilities, fantastic grounds and wonderful
teachers – to enquire about school places, please call 01904 555170 or for
further information see www.skeltonprimaryschool.org.
Skelton Squirrels is also based at Skelton School and is a Preschool
(ages 2-4) running Monday to Friday during term time. Early Years Funded
places are available – please contact Lesley on 07895 975078 for more
information.
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SHIPTON WITH OVERTON NEWS
Shipton Parish Council Meeting, Community Centre Committee Room,
Wednesday April 13th, 7.30pm
Tea & Chat in Shipton Chapel, Thursday April 14th and May 16th, 2 – 4 pm.
Everyone invited. Contact Yvonne 471936 if you need a lift
AGM of the Management Committee for the Community Centre, May 19th,
7.30pm in Committee Room, Community Centre. Volunteers urgently needed!
Contact our Chair - Drew Jordan on 01904 470864. For more information or
enquiries about booking the Centre, contact Garry Carter on 07585 330773
Shipton Community Cafe - every Tuesday at Shipton Space, The Methodist
Chapel, 2pm until 4.30pm. Refreshments, homemade cakes, fresh produce,
tuck shop, gifts and cards. All ages welcome
Shipton Cinema (at the Methodist Chapel), has two showings in April. The
first will be on Thursday April 21st – Film ‘Spectre’. Adults £4, Children £2
(under 12’s must be accompanied by an adult). Doors open & refreshments
served from 7pm. Film starts at 7.30pm. The next will be on Saturday April
23rd - Film TBC. Adults £4, Children £2 (under 12’s must be accompanied by
an adult). Doors open & refreshments served from 2:30pm. Film starts at 3pm.
Tickets available at the Shipton Community Café (every Tuesdays 2 - 4.30pm)
or from Ivy House, Main Street, Shipton by Beningbrough
Bingo Night - Friday April 22nd, 6pm, Shipton Community Centre. Tickets £5
(includes one drink, nibbles and 3 games). Children free (game sheets to be
purchased separately). Additional games 50p each. Raising money to buy
outdoor equipment for the children at the Forest of Galtres school.
Refreshments & cakes available on the night. Just turn up for a fun night out!
Shipton Pre-School & Toddlers Toddlers & Babies Group. Tuesdays, term
time, 9:30 - 11:30am, Shipton Community Centre. Lots of physical activities &
messy play for all children; story time & songs; large outdoor play area;
parking; snack & drink included. Ideal opportunity to meet other parents &
carers. Run by qualified & highly experienced pre-school staff. Under 9
months FREE; 9-18 months £2 per child (includes snack), over 18 months £3
per child (including snack) (£1.50 for siblings) Drop in, with your child, for a
FREE taster session & ask about our loyalty scheme (attend 4 sessions & get
5th one FREE). Further information tel 07546 571089
Shipton Pre-School needs your help! This long established charity is
supported by a committee of volunteers who oversee its running & strategic
direction & relies on support of the community & families of the children who
attend. Without a full Committee the pre-school cannot remain open.
Committee meetings are generally held once every half term. No prerequisite
skills required, just enthusiasm & a commitment to the community, pre-school
& the children. Being on the committee provides an opportunity to be part of a
motivated team, supporting a real asset to the community, helps develop skills
& provides experience of value to any CV. We urgently require new committee
members from the local community & would encourage anybody who is
interested in joining us to get in touch. For more information or if you are
interested in joining us, please contact: shiptonpreschool@yahoo.co.uk;
07546571089 or speak to Caroline Charters who will put you in touch with a
committee member. Thank you.
NEWTON, LINTON &
BENINGBROUGH NEWS
Newton-on-Ouse WI April 7th, 7.15pm Newton Parish Hall ‘A 1952
Classroom’ - Chris Cade. Not quite calendar girls but we offer fun and
friendship to women of all ages and interests. Come along to the meeting
or contact Kath 01347 833411or Helen 01347 833055 for more details
Newton on Ouse Parish Hall 100 Club The lucky winners of the draw for
March were Andrea Clark (£30), Sheila Southwell (£15) & Frank Pollard (£15
Congratulations! To join the 100 Club – contact Wendy on 844036.
All Saints Church, Newton, now has a Facebook page, where you’ll find
details of exciting upcoming events as well as photos of weddings,
baptisms, etc. Please feel free to post a message there. You can find us
on Facebook at allsaintsnewton - looking forward to meeting you there!
The Coffee Morning (in aid of Cancer Research UK), Friday April 22nd.
in the Parish Hall at Newton from 10am to 12.30 pm, with Cakes, Cards,
Crafts and Raffle. All welcome. Any Contributions will be much
appreciated. Tel.01347 848373
Newton Art Group would welcome new members of all abilities and area
wide, to join our friendly group which meets on Mondays at the village hall.
Programme of varied workshops and activities. Support available for
beginners. For further details please contact Judith 01347 848553
Sunday School Sunday April 10th in Newton Village Hall, 10.15am. Every
2nd Sunday, places available. Helpers are needed for Sunday School –
Contact Caroline on 07967 133396.
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The Coffee Morning in March raised £88, thank you to all who attended.
Musical Evening, Friday May 6th, 7.30pm in Newton Church. With two
choirs and musicians from the University of York
Coffee morning, Newton Church, 10.30am – 12midday on Saturday April
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Craft & Chat Linton on Ouse Village Hall, to May 2016. Tuesdays 1.30pm -
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Bead Catch up Days April 23rd, & May 28th at Pat's, 01347 848064, 9.30am - 3.30 At very competitive prices
pm. Coffee/Tea & Biscuits provided. Cost £2.00 Bring a Packed Lunch. All welcome. Bosch Diagnostics & full Hella Air Conditioning
Linton & District Gardening Club, 7.30pm, April 29th, Linton Village Hall. Service & Repairs
“The Cutting Garden” - a talk by flower expert Sally Pickering. Competition — A
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depicting transport. Everyone welcome. Guests £3 inc. coffee & biscuits
Newton & Linton Families are invited to monthly family services at All Saints,
Newton, every 2nd Sunday at 11am also in Linton Village Hall every 3rd
Sunday at 4 30pm. These will be informal services with refreshments & will R BEAN & CO
draw on material & activities for children & adults. Domestic Appliance Engineers
Linton on Ouse History Group Alison Kay from the National Railway Museum Unit 1
will give an illustrated talk on “Ambulance Trains in the First World War”. Wigginton Grange
Friday, April 8th at 7.30 p.m. in Linton on Ouse Village Hall. The Meetings are York YO32 2RD
open to everyone, regardless of where they live, & there is a charge for non-
members of £2.00 payable on the door. (Tea/Coffee & biscuits included)
Linton on Ouse Coffee Morning. Saturday April 23rd, 10.30am, Village Hall.
Tel: 07976 152 591
Pop along for a coffee and catch up with the neighbours for a chat. Children Hoover & Hotpoint Specialist
are very welcome. We usually have some home baking for sale. Sales Repairs & Spares
Team Linton is a group of village residents who organize a number of events
in the year to encourage social engagement & raise funds for further events &
activities. The race night in 2015, kindly hosted by the College Arms, raised
funds for the purchase & installation of an automated external defibrillator
Would you like a helping hand to keep your
(AED). This portable electronic device automatically diagnoses potentially life garden beautiful?
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the village hall & is accessible to all. Local residents are invited to an
awareness session to be held as part of the village hall coffee morning
Call Alex on:
11:00am - 12.30pmon Saturday April 23rd.
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Tea & Chat in Shipton Chapel, Thursday April 14th and May 16th, 2 – 4 pm.
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