October 2024 - Parish News - Barley, Newchurch, Roughlee, Sabden Fold & Spenbrook

October 2024

Your official monthly newsletter for the Pendle villages of Barley, Newchurch, Roughlee, Sabden Fold & Spenbrook.

St Mary’s Newchurch

Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness…

This evocative opening line from John Keats’ poem Ode to Autumn came to mind recently when I looked across the valley towards Pendle Hill from Spen Heights Farm. Could I see it? Not on your nelly! Shrouded in true Mist Over Pendle fashion, I couldn’t even see St Mary’s sitting in its shadow. But, of course, I knew the hill was there – solid, permanent, majestic, mysterious, inviting.

It occurs to me that that’s not such a bad way to think about God: at once unseen, like mist-muffled Pendle Hill but, in majestic and mysterious ways, ever-present.
In His soft-shoe-shuffle dance of absence & presence God …

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Barley Parish Council

Family Fun Day, Barley Chapel, Planning...

For all those who attended the Summer Family Fun Day on Saturday 7th September on the village green you will know what a success it was. The weather was warm and dry and the people came out to enjoy the occasion. We had sports events including all sorts of races and activities for the family to enjoy including hook a duck, splat the rat, a duck race, welly wanging and much more including craft stalls and a dog agility show. The Cabin was serving hot and cold foods and the WI was selling tea, cakes, and crafts.

Junior Races
Dog agility
Barley Classic Duck Race

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Goldshaw Booth Parish Council

Halloween, Footpaths, Fruit Trees, Mill development and 20MPH limit...

The next event to look forward to will celebrate Halloween and take place over the weekend of 26th/27th October.

This event will include a pumpkin festival and a best dressed house competition. The school will be included in the pumpkin competition. The deadline for submissions will be midday on the 26th October. There will be vouchers from local businesses for the best dressed houses and a family chocolate hamper for the pumpkin competition. There will be a small cost for entry to the competitions.

To follow this there will be a village bonfire in early November.

We are very grateful to the Pendle Borough Council Countryside Access …

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Roughlee Parish Council

Potholes, Blacko Bar Road, Smart Tags, Planning Policy...

If prevention is better than cure, potholes are a case in point. On average, motorists each spend £120 per year fixing tyres damaged by potholes – often much more. Since 2018, UK drivers have spent £9.5 billion on vehicle repairs thanks to potholes.

The dangerous condition of Blacko Bar Road remains a concern, particularly as we head into winter. We’ve reported potholes along the full stretch of the road, along with the waterlogged surface and treacherous “ice-rink” bus route in winter towards the end nearest Blacko.

There are also damaged safety railings opposite Alice, which have now had temporary red barriers for well over a year following …

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Roughlee Village Centre

FORA Celebration (19 Oct), Halloween Festival (27 Oct), Witch Wines (9 Nov)...

As the days draw in and the autumn and winter starts for us all, our village centre will be back in full flow to brighten up and entertain villagers over this period.

The final results of the Best Kept Village contest are announced on October 15th, where hopefully Roughlee will be crowned Champions after 2 recent Reserve awards. To celebrate the effort of the FORA team which is jointly led by Ian Mortimer and Meg Davey we have decided to have a fundraiser to help with costs towards the 2025 contest and thank all those who put great time and effort in making Roughlee the top …

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Barley Village Hall

Curry Night, Upgrades, Fell Race...

On Saturday 7th September, The Hall held their annual Curry night, this time with help and support from the Barley Events Committee. 55 locals gathered for a night of entertainment including a three course Indian meal, quiz and raffle. Lots of money was raised for both the Village Hall and Events Committee that will be reinvested in to the Hall and to the Events Committee for future events. The food this time was done by Paula and the team at the Cabin and it was fantastic. The quiz was created by no other that Phil Hartley (he couldn’t be there to read it out on …

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Planning Applications

Applications validated in Sept 2024

For full details, or to comment, please enter the reference number, keyword, postcode or address on the Pendle Borough Council Planning system

Barley with Wheatley Booth parish
Roughlee Booth parish

No applications received

Goldshaw Booth parish

Ref. No: 24/0613/TCA – 9 John Hallows Way Newchurch In Pendle Lancashire BB12 9NE – Works to trees within a Conservation Area.

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Pendleside Gardeners Club

New Gardening Club!

The first meeting was well attended with visitors going home with many prizes and free gifts generously donated by LBS Lanlee and Conker.

The speaker Kathryn Hoche from Montford Cottage gardening presented us with many solutions to garden more sustainably and create environments for our wildlife.

Next meeting is Dr Chris Mortimer from the Hardy Plant Society at St Marys Church 7pm on Tuesday 17th November.

Plant swap table – bring a plant or two of what grows well in your garden and swap for another which is proven survivor in our Pendle climate!

Newchurch St. Mary’s CE Primary Academy

The new year begins...

This year we have welcomed 9 EYFS pupils to St Mary’s, all of whom have quickly settled and are enjoying school life.

It is looking like it will be another busy but exciting year ahead. Our after school clubs started the first week back and have been very well attended – the children are especially enjoying the yoga class! On 6th September we joined thousands of children from all around the UK for a very special live online welcome-back assembly led by Picture News. In light of the riots and unrest during the holidays, they discussed British values and the importance of celebrating our differences. We …

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Friends of Newchurch School

100 club draw, Fashion Show (10th Oct)

Annual Fashion Show
Friends of Newchurch School are holding their annual fashion show to raise funds for St Mary’s CE Primary Academy. This year it will be held at Barley Village Hall on the 10th October 2024.
Tickets are £15 and include a catwalk showcasing clothes by EQ Woman of Clitheroe, a delicious supper, music and a raffle. We will also have a bar and pop-up shops from EQ Woman, Wardrobe by Simone of Whalley and Templa Spa.
Tickets are available from Hailey Hermansen, Laura Standring or The Cabin, Barley.
Please come along and support our lovely school.
100 Club Draw
The Friends of Newchurch School 100 Club draws have taken …
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Festival Bowland Autumn Events 2024

Experience the beauty of the Forest of Bowland this autumn

Booking is needed for all the events and under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. Full details are available here.

All-Terrain Wheelchair Taster Day
Friday 18th October, 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Gisburn Forest
All-terrain wheelchairs are specially designed electric buggies, which can be used on country tracks, uneven ground, mud and grass. They can help people who have difficulty walking, or who may be less mobile, to experience the countryside and to accompany friends and family in the great outdoors.
Around one and a half miles long, this circular woodland route follows the Birch Hills trail from Stocks Reservoir car park in Gisburn …
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24 Hour Charity Sheep Shear

Thank you!

Brian and his family would like to thank all those who came along and supported him at his 24 Hour Charity Shear, and anyone who made a donation or who has donated through his JustGiving page. On writing this email we are currently at over £18,000. The total number of sheep clipped over the event was 1,425. A Big Big Thankyou from Brian and Wendy!

Events in Barley: October 2024

Dates for your diary...

Pendle Forest History Group – Wed 16th Oct, 7.30pm at Barley Village Hall – A presentation by Steve Ragnall titled “To Hell in a Handcart or Heaven in a Basket”. Members £2.00, Visitors £3.00 – Email →
Pendle Patchers – Tues 8th & 22nd Oct, from 1pm at Barley Village Hall – Pendle Patchers have continued to meet during the holiday period, competing with holidays and grandparent duties, so crafting output has been reduced. We hope to get back in our stride with the autumn and the opportunity for Christmas projects. We are always open to new members who would like to do their crafting in congenial company, along with a brew and biscuits. Just call in or contact Gil Beeke for any more information on 01282 602449 / Email →
FOG Club – Thurs evenings, 6.30pm-7.45pm at Barley Chapel – For children aged 6-11 years. Contact Angie on 07967 121031 or just come along
Barley WI – 1st Wed of the month, 7.30pm at Barley Village Hall – New members are always welcome, first three meetings are free so you can make sure you like it! The WI isn’t just a monthly meeting – we have sub groups which include Walking, Crafting, Dining Club (The Sticky Toffee Pudding Club!) along with two book clubs.
Card making class – 1st and 3rd Mon of each month, 1-3pm at Barley Village Hall – for details contact Valerie on 01282 691850
Coffee and Chat – 2nd Wed of each month, 10am-12pm at Barley Village Hall – All welcome, not just the old folk – £2 gets coffee (or tea) and cake!

Forest of Bowland National Landscape: Nature Calling

Major Hub in £2m Ground-Breaking National Art Project

The Forest of Bowland National Landscape is going to feature as a major hub in a £2M ground-breaking national art project, Nature Calling, which is funded by Arts Council England, the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (Defra) and National Landscapes in England.

Working with writer, rapper and performer OneDa, and artist Rob St John, the National Landscape team will creatively engage with young people from Burnley and Nelson to collaborate, explore, and connect with nature.

Nature Calling is a first for National Landscapes because of its size, scope and the level of investment. It aims to inspire communities across England to connect …

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eVisa Help & Support

For anyone with an immigration visa

UKVI have introduced an electronic record of people’s immigration status called an eVisa.

This means that anyone with a physical document proving their immigration status needs to register for an eVisa. Everyone must transfer to an eVisa – even children.

The deadline for this is 31st December 2024.

Lancashire Refugee Integration Team have been working to get the message out – please pass this information on through your networks.

Step-by-step guidance is available on the Lancashire County Council website, and support clinics are being held around Lancashire to offer support for anyone applying for their eVisa.

For more information please click here.

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Meet the Author: Jenny Palmer

Friday 15 Nov, 2pm at Barrowford Library

Pendle author Jenny visits Barrowford Library for the first time. In a relaxed and informal setting, Jenny will be discussing and reading from her latest anthology of short tales, Butterflies and Other Stories, and also talking about her ventures into the writing and publishing processes.

This is a free event but places must be booked in advance. To reserve your spot, please pop into the library, email or book online.

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St. Mary's Church

October 2024 Services

Everyone is welcome to join us for worship. There are activity bags for children.

All services are Holy Communion at 9.30am unless indicated otherwise:

Sunday 6th October – 19th after Trinity – Morning Prayer led by Melanie Clark (Licensed Lay Minister)
Saturday 12th October – Community Harvest Ceilidh and Supper at St Thomas’, Barrowford at 7.00pm – No Tickets, Free Entry, BYO Drinks – Pie (Meat or Cheese) and Pea Supper. Sign-up-Sheet (for catering) in church NB church open 10.00am-4.00pm each day
Sunday 13th October – Harvest Festival (Fr Paul’s final service at St Mary’s) – Harvest food donations collected for local Food Bank. Monetary donations welcome towards the purchase of an ambulance for ACTS – a Christian Charity in Burkina Fasso.
Sunday 20th October – 21st after Trinity
Sunday 27th October – Last after Trinity

Until 12th October, contact Fr Paul Payton for more details on 07866 696 891 or email frpaulp@yahoo.com.

After 12th October, contact Doug Bull (07907 458894 / email) or Gin Crewe on 07887 844025 / email)