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Capel Vicarage Fete – In Aid Of Our Schools

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The sun did not shine on Capel Vicarage on Saturday 22nd June, but this did not dampen the activities or the enthusiasm of the many who gathered to take part in and celebrate another Vicarage Fete.

Suffice to say that a great time was had by all and raised nearly £2,000 of much-needed funds for our local schools.

So, grateful thanks to the Vicar for the venue, to all those who set the whole thing up, to all the stall holders, and purveyors of Refreshments and Produce and Games and Cosmetics, the PA, the BBQ – and last but never least, all who cleared it all up afterwards.

Another “brilliant achievement” well done and thanks.

Capel PCC

The Evergreens

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Our May outing was a trip on the river Thames and as the weather had been awful up to this point we set off with some trepidation on the morning of the 20th. However, our fears were unfounded and we arrived in Windsor in sunny weather. Having been told by the driver that the Changing of the Guard was due to take place, most of us set off for Windsor castle to enjoy the proceedings. We then boarded the boat for our trip down the river and while gazing at some of the gorgeous houses we enjoyed a lovely cream tea.

We occasionally have spare seats on our outings, so if you fancy joining us we would love to see you. Our programme is at the front of the magazine so you can see where we are going. Just give me a ring on 712827.

Kath Rudkin

Charity Bric-A-Brac Stall At The Capel Show

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I shall be running my charity stall at the Show, in aid of Okewood Church and Family Support Work to support vulnerable families across Sussex. I shall be grateful for your help with bric-a-brac items, children’s books and toys for the stall. Please contact me on 01403 260139 to arrange for delivery or collection of your items.

Many thanks. Mandy Tanswell

Can You Help?

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Surrey Police are currently investigating criminal damage to vehicles that occurred overnight Friday 14th June into Saturday 15th June 2013. A person has walked along The Street in Capel and deliberately scratched vehicles parked along the road. We believe that approximately 15 vehicles have been damaged from this mindless act of criminal damage. We are seeking information in relation to this investigation and would like to hear from anyone who may know who has done this. Please contact us on 101 quoting crim reference MV/13/2245 or alternatively call crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111

CAPEL VICARAGE FETE -IN AID OF OUR SCHOOLS SATURDAY 11ND JUNE : 11NOON-4PM @ 54 THE STREET

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It seems that Summer is almost here! and where would we be Without our annual Vicarage Fete­ part of the social scene, nestling inconspicuously between Wimbledon and Goodwood -and an opportunity to enjoy ourselves and support our local schools, especially through these difficult times.

The Fete takes place at The Vicarage, 54 The Street (where the banner is) so come along and sample the wares -great entertainment -culinary delights -great B.B.Q … fantastic Teas and a chance to buy or better still win those great little treasures.

They of course need to “attract” some of the produce to create and supplement this major production -this includes quality items of.-

BOTTLES -BOOKS -CD’s -VIDEOS -CAKES -WHITE ELEPHANTS! –

in fact anything that you may not need but feel sure it would enhance someone else.

You can deposit any “gifts” at Scott Broadwood School, Capel -01306 7·1 I 181 or the Vicarage -speak to Liz or Doug 01306 711260.

Cakes to The Vicarage on the Saturday morning (before mid-day)

Please continue to buy those RAFFLE TICKETS -this is a very important part of the fund raising and affords you a better chance than the lottery!

We look forward to seeing friends old and new on the day so don’t forget:-

12 -4pm SATURDAY 22nd JUNE @ THE VICARAGE, 54 THE STREET -put it in your diary NOW. Remember -All monies raised go to our Schools:­ SCOTT-BROADWOOD -THE WEALD -CAPEL PRE .. SCHOOL

Hope to see you there and the sun will be shining!

Hyde Park on Hudson

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In June 1939, King George VI and his wife, Queen Elizabeth, made a visit to the United States, during which they stayed at President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s country estate in Hyde Park, New York.  At the same time, the President was growing closer to his sixth cousin and suspected mistress, Margaret (Daisy) Suckley.   Roosevelt hoped he could use the visit to, in part, to bolster American support for the United Kingdom on the eve of World War II, which broke out less than three months later.

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Hyde Park on Hudson is a 2012 British biographical historical comedy drama directed by Roger Michell. The film stars Bill Murray and Laura Linney as Franklin D. Roosevelt and Margaret “Daisy” Suckley, respectively. It was based on Suckley’s private journals and diaries, discovered after her death, about her love affair with and intimate details about President Roosevelt.

As usual, doors will open at 7.30 pm for a show at 8 pm in Capel Village Memorial Hall.  Tickets sold on the door are still only £4.00.  We look forward to seeing you then.

Gatwick Aiport

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Gatwick Airport Ltd (GAL) has recently formally told the Airports Commission that it Wishes to build a second runway;

Has said that it is concentrating on the area between the airport and Crawley;

Has announced that it is examining a close parallel runway. ora staggered runway, or a Wide-spaced runway;

Has told Parliament that it envisages Gatwick ultimately becoming larger than Heathrow;

Has allocated £10 million in the next two years to develop its runway plans;

Has commissioned two high-powered London PR companies to sell the runway plans nationally and locally.

The Commission, which has the task of deciding whether the UK needs a bigger hub airport, and whether a new runway is needed in South East England, is proceeding methodically and has set Out its programme leading up to its final report in summer 2015.

Outline plans for new runways have to be submitted to the Commission by 19 July 201 3. GAL has promised to consult ‘stakeholders’ on their new runway plans but itis not yet known whether this will be before or after submitting them. There will also be an opportunity for comments. on the plans to be sent direct to the Commission. Later this year there are due to be more discussion documents on hub airports. and on the environment.

In December the Commission is required to produce an interim report. Thls will contain proposals for short-termactlcn to improve capacity of existing runways. It wit! also contain a short-list of proposals for new runways to be taken forward for firrtherconslderaticntn 2014.

It is probable that on the list will be: a new runway (or runways) at Heathrow, a new runway at Gatwick.a new runway at Stansted, and a new airport in the Thames Estuary. At Heathrow new proposals have recently been put forward for extendIng the airport westwards over the M25. During the course of 20 14 the Commission will be assessing the merits and demerits of each of the sites on the short-list. Local authorities will need to ensure that an the facts available to the Commission are up-to-date. For example. Crawley will need to remind them of the 2,000 new houses being built close to the end of a possible runway.

There is no sign that the Commission is intending to seek the views of the public or of local councils on the broad issue of whether they are for or against a new runway. But the county and district councils around Gatwick may wish to undertake research. either individually or jointly. into speciflc aspects. For example:

  • whether the new flight paths would go over Horsharn; or over Dorking, or over Reigate. or over East Grinstead;
  • what would be the impact of 40.000 neW jobs in the Gatwick area? i + what would be the impact on housing. schools and hospitals?
  • could the local roads cope?
  • how much countryside would be left?

Finally, in summer 2015 after the next election, the Commission is due to produce its recornrnendatlons for when and where new runways shou.ld be built. When (before July 19) GAL produce their plans for possible locations for a new runway at Gatwick they will invite the views of local councils. The Parish Council has it on good authority that should a second runway be built between the Airport and Crawley the amount of air traffic noise experienced over Capel would double over what it is today.

Jackie Coke, Clerk to the Council 01306 – 712447

Vachery Triathlon Festival – Sunday 21st July

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The Parish Council has written to Surrey County Council to convey its concerns regarding the planned road closures for this event.and asking that it rescind its closure declsions. The organisers plan to close roads on the cycle route for eight hours (between 6am and 2pm). The Parish Council is pointing out that the Vachery Triathion is a private, profit-making enterprise which will be making commercial gain at the expense of local businesses along the route and on the feeder roads leading to the loss of essential summer weekend trade and drastically affecting the sustainability of those businesses. The roads in question include parts of Bognor Road (A29); Lake Road, Ockley; Leith Hill Road; Etherley Hill; and many of the feeder roads on to the A29. For the full details of the road closures please see www.vacherytriathlon.com

Parish Councillors consider that the event should be run on the same lines as the two Ride London races to be held on August 3rdand 4th and the Tour of Britain race on Saturday 21st September where the vast majority of theraces will be delivered under a temporary ‘rolling closure’ enforced by police and the National Escort Group closing the roads as the race approaches and opening again once the cyclists have left the area.

 

Jackie Coke, Clerk to the Council 01306 – 712447

Capel Parish Council Allotments at the Recreation Ground – Allotment Vacancy

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There is currently a full allotment plot available for immediate use. This could be let as two half plots for anyone not wanting the responsibility of a full plot. Annual rental rates are £20 for a full plot or £10 for a half plot. For enquiries please contact the Parish Clerk.

Jackie Coke, Clerk to the Council 01306 – 712447

CAPEL W.I. – Coco’s Foundation – Chris Connors

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The Village Hall was packed for this evening’s meeting with ladies who had all come to hear this Inspirational young man tell us all about the foundation he has established. Chris left school at IS after struggling with dyslexia and after a lot of persuading from his Mum, he trained to be a hairdresser. He now owns 3 salons, a training school and has 47 employees. Plus he has this wonderful foundation to run. How good is that?

One of his team members, Ed, told him one day, that he would like to work with children in

Africa. ‘OK’ said Chris, ‘lets do it’. Before long, and accompanied by his team and 100 teddies. knitted by ‘Knitting Nannies’, they arrived in a little village near Mozambique. Over the next 3 weeks they set to and built a fully-equipped orphanage for 19 children who were suffering from HIV Or Aids. He visited very sick children in the local hospital, which was a very emotional experience, we were told, and the teddies were a great success with the little patients!

Chris then returned to the UK knowing his time there had changed his life, so he did decided to set up the COCO’S. Company and he has never looked back. He told us that he has been back-several times when he and his teams have built amongst other things. a reservoir, and a vegetable garden and, of Course, they spend time with the children, which they love. He told us many little tales about these lovely children and we were all very humbled by it all.

South Africa then decided to dose down the homes, and the orphanage built by the Foundation is now a community centre, so COCO’S are now building houses for child-headed families and providing food, education and giving love to these little people.

What an incredible evening and an incredible young man.

SUE FALVEY