1st Capel Brownies would like to thank everyone who supported our recent fundraising evening. We raised just over £300 towards our activity weekend in May.
G.Ede
The Brilliant Capel Village Disco
On 9 February 2013 the Committee organised its annual Disco for parents and friends of the Pre-school. We were lucky enough to have a live performance from The Practice and an excellent disco provided by Mark Sugden-Best of Treetops Studio. The event was very well attended (tickets sold out!) and raised £1,176 for the Preschool, which takes us much closer to our target for a new all-weather cover for the outdoor play area. We would like to thank all of the friends, family and local businesses who supported us, including:
Carters of Capel for selling tickets
Mark Sugden-Best & Phil Ware for the music/sound
The Practice for their live performance
Gary Collins for lighting the hall
Red Chilli of Dorking for a fantastic 2 course meal
Jane & John Chilvers for all their help in the kitchen
Mole Valley Green Belt Boundary Review
This review has come up at very short notice with Mole valley Council inviting ‘views on its initial thoughts about reviewing the Green Belt Boundary around Mole Valley’s towns and larger villages by March 28th’. The Green Belt boundary review document and related information is available to view and comment on by visiting; www.molevalley.gov.uk/localplans and following the links.
Because of the short notice, the Parish Council’s response to this consultation will not be prepared and submitted until the 28th March but will be discussed by the Council at its meeting on Monday 18th March. The Parish Council is aware of residents’ concerns about this review and if felt necessary will arrange further discussion in due course.
Jackie Coke, Clerk to the Council 01306-712447
Annual Parish Meeting – Wednesday 13th March
This meeting is open to the public and is an opportunity for residents to ehar about the events that have taken place over the past twelve months and what is planned for 2013. County councillor Helyn Clack will be attending with a representative from Surrey Highways to give up to date information on project Horizon, Surrey County Council’s new five year approach to road maintenance planning, and how it will be implemented for our local roads.
Jackie Coke, Clerk to the Council 01306-712447
Capel And Beare Green’s Green Belt
The Mole Valley District Council is under pressure from central government to find areas withing the Green Belt for building new homes, in order to meet stringent targets. About 75% of the Mole Valley is within the Green Belt which surrrounds London, its aim to prevent urban sprawl by keeping land permanently free from developent. The Mole Valley District Council is reviewing the Green Belt boundary, as there has to be enough land available for 3,760 new homes in the period of 2006-2026. Around 1500 of these have already been built, almost entirely within the Mole Valley’s towns and larger villages. There is no longer enough land available within these areas to accommodate the remaining homes that have to be built. The only available land is currently in the Green Belt and capel is on its very southern edge. What will be the result in Capel and in Beare Green if the Green Belt boundary is moved northwards?
The Parish Council will be discussing the situation at its meeting on March 18th. Members of the public are welcome to attend the meeting. There will be a 10-minute slot for questions at the Beginning. The Parish Council will prepare a written reponse for the Mole Valley District Council by March 18th, unlikley to be in time for the April issue of the Magazine.
The Mole Valley’s Green Blet boundary review document is available to view and comment on by visiting www.molevalley.gov.uk/localplans, or visiting the Council Offices in Dorking or Dorking Library. You can also contact Mole Valley (01306 88501) or email planning.policy@molevalley.gov.uk.
Capel Men’s Group Ladies Night
On Friday the 18th January the Capel mens Group entertained their Ladies to Dinner at the newly refurbished Dukes Head. Despite the snow falling heavily 50 hardy souls ventured out. We were not to be disappointed for our efforts!
Graham and his staff had really pulled out all the stops. Special round tables and crisp white linen ware had been specially brought in for the occasion. On our arrival we were greeted with a mouthwatering variety of canapés whilst waiting to join our tables. We then were treated to an excellent four course dinner (including a refreshing sorbet which we were not expecting)! After Dinner it was a pleasure to introduce Graham to our members and he rightfully received loud applause. I am sure that this will not be the last time we will be dining at the Dukes.
Capel Mens Group currently has 50 members from Capel and the immediate surrounds. We are a dining club that also raises a small amount of money that once a year we donate to local causes, the emphasis being on local. We are a relaxed group of individuals from all sorts of backgrounds who enjoy good food and each other’s company.
We meet four times a year at the Crown for a three-course dinner followed by a talk. The speaker is usually either someone talking about a local topic or local talking about a topic that is his passion or special interest. We also hold a Ladies Night in January and a BBQ in July. If anyone would like to found more please call Jonathan Graesser on 711605.
The Horticultural Society Quiz
From Pegasus to polo, dinosaurs to Downton Abbey, Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot the questions were many and varied. THey started from the minute of arrival at the vILLAGE hall, where 20 questions were placed on each table to be pondered upon until pudding There was a distinct horticultural flavour to the quiz and the non-gardeners among us were really tested when given six freshly picked twigs to identify.
While our brains were being exercised, a delicious meal was served by an efficient team of smart young waitresses. following a Mediterranean sharing platter, most of the gentleman plumped for the steak and kidney pue and the ladies for the chicken breast or vegetarian option. THe meal was rounded off by a choice of excellent puddings.
Competition was fierce and resulted in a tie breaker. Each member of the winning ream was delighted to collect a bottle of wine, and the losers a packet of Smarties each! It was a very enjoyable and successful evening.
Tina Baty
News From 1st Capel Brownies
If you drive past the Village Hall at about 5:15pm or 6;45pm on a Friday evening you probably see much activity as the Brownies arrive and leave! We are fortunate to have a thriving full Brownie Pack in Capel with 4 dedicated adult leaders and some current and ex-Guides helping out as volunteers too.
We have a varied weekly programme in addition to attending larger events with other members of Girlguiding. We regularly attend Parade Services at St John the Baptist Church and we get involved at other village events such as Christmas tree decorating, Capel Old Friends Lunch, Vicarage Fete, show Day in August etc.
Highlights from the end of last year include our family Bingo evening shared with the Rainbows, Guides and their families.
We had a super Holiday Weekend at The Old Pheasantry in Mogador when the girls did lots of activities to earn their seasons badge. We especially enjoyed making kites and flying them on Reigate Hill. We worked on and completed the disability awareness badge and had the badges presented by PC Mark Trezise and his wife who visited with their guide dog puppy. We made willow Christmas decorations, some of which the girls took home and some were used to decorate our tree in Capel churchyard, enjoyed by us all.
We are currently looking forward to an activity weekend at a PGL centre in East Sussex. The Brownies have been encouraged to earn some of the money themselves to pay for the trip. See our invitation for 8th March!
2014 marks the 100th birthday of the Brownie section of Girlguiding UK. We will keep you posted of our plans but we would love to make contact with any ex-Brownies living in or around Capel!
George Ede
The Evergreens
The year started off well with our New Year Lunch at the Reigate Manor hotel which was rather special for us as we celebrated our Twenty One years, and to join us in our celebrations was our first leader, Freda Nelson. We hope that the Evergreens carry on for another 21 years.
We are now looking forward to the coming year with more outings and holidays and various activities. If anyone wishes to join us, we would be happy to see you. If you would like more information give me a ring. 712827. Kath Rudkin.
Easter Messy Church
Come and join us for Easter Messy Church
Tuesday 26th March
Capel Memorial Hall
3:15 onwards – all welcome