Statement of Persons Nominated for the West Suffolk constituency, for the Elections on 12th December 2019
Election Nominations
Hepworth Speedwatch News
Along The Street:
September 2019: 2 Sessions 12 vehicles logged Max. = 50 mph
October 2019: 2 Sessions 13 vehicles logged Max.… Read the whole story
Hepworth Art Club
Where did the year go? Now in the art club’s last quarter of the year, a lot has happened. A few of us have had personal changes and challenges and have been supported throughout by thoughtful, sensitive and supportive group members.… Read the whole story
Hepworth Charities
Any pensioner’s who have lived in Hepworth for 2 years or more are eligible to apply for the annual grant, which is available from the Charities Trust and distributed during December in time for Christmas.… Read the whole story
Daffodils for Hepworth
Hepworth Parish Council were given some Daffodil Bulbs for villagers to plant along verges.
If you would like any to plant please contact Nicola Yorke 01359 252252
New Parish Clerk Appointed
Hepworth Parish Council are delighted to announce they have appointed a new Parish clerk.
Her name is Helen Corris and she starts her new position on 27th November 2019.We would like to take this opportunity to welcome her to the team.… Read the whole story
Hepworth Weather – September & October 2019
| September 2019: | Max. Temp: | 25.8°C | 22nd |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min. Temp: | 3.5°C | 18th | |
| Total Rainfall: | 56.9 mm | ||
| Wettest Day: | 11.1 mm | 30th | |
| October 2019: | Max. |
Hepworth Lottery – July to November 2019
| Date | First | Second | Third |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27/07/19 | Molly 31 The Street | Willowdown | Grove House |
| 03/08/19 | 30 Church Close | M. Allen | 26 Church Close |
| 10/08/19 | Randall | Davis | 39 The Street |
| 17/08/19 | 21 Church Close | Butchers House | 15 The Street |
| 24/08/19 | 33 Church Close | 24 Church Close | Corringway. |
Letter from Rev Bladen – December 2019
Dear Friends and Neighbours, I don’t know about you but I often struggle with the dark evenings and even darker nights that December brings.
Hepworth Weather
| July 2019 | Max Temp | 36.6°C | 25th |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min Temp | 7.2°C | 3rd | |
| Total Rainfall | 41.3mm | ||
| Wettest Day | 22.7mm | 27th | |
| August 2019 | Max Temp | 32.4°C | 26th&27th |
| Min Temp | 8.3°C | 13th | |
| Total Rainfall | 32mm | ||
| Wettest Day | 10.2mm | 14th |
July 2019:
A warm month with rainfall slightly below average.… Read the whole story
Speedwatch News
Along The Street:
July 2019:
2 sessions,
13 vehicles logged
Max. = 41mph
August 2019:
2 sessions,
8 vehicles logged
Max. = 44mph
For more information about
Speedwatch, or to get involved, call
Richard on 250 484… Read the whole story
News from Barningham CEVC Primary School
News from Barningham CEVC School children:
The nights are drawing in and ‘winter is coming’. The shops are full of the chaos that is Bonfire, Hallowe’en, Christmas – I often understand why children confuse all of our festivals and special times when you see the displays.… Read the whole story
Letter from Rev. Bladen
I wonder if like me you hardly dare turn on the news at the moment? Day after day, week after week we hear the constant arguing, debate and discussion about Brexit and what kind of Brexit we could or should have.… Read the whole story
Fireworks Request
We would like to thank all those thoughtful villagers who, last year, gave plenty of warning to horse owners that they were going to hold fireworks parties.… Read the whole story
Vacancy for Parish Clerk
Hours : 4.3h per week with 6 council meetings per year, 1 Annual Parish Meeting and Extraordinary Meetings as necessary.
Salary: Starting from £10.37 per hour depending on experience.… Read the whole story
Parish Council Vacancy
We currently have a vacancy for a member of the public to become a Parish Councillor
If you feel you would like to get involved in making decisions about your local community, local issues and make a significant contribution to the area in which you live or work, then this is the position for you!… Read the whole story
Hepworth Lottery – Jan, Feb, March & April 2019
| Date | First Prize | Second Prize | Third Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/01/19 | Poplars | Ingham | Butchers House |
| 19/01/19 | Roberts | 17 The Street | 33 Church Close |
| 26/01/19 | Randall | H.Shelley | 17 The Street |
| 02/02/19 | 7 Church Close | Autumn Cottage | Grove House |
| 09/02/19 | Thompson | 29 Church Close | Butchers House |
| 16/02/19 | 17 The Street | Poplars | Ingham |
| 23/02/19 | 10 Church Close | 22 Church Close | Roberts |
| 02/03/19 | Tina | Adrian | Corringway |
| 09/03/19 | Sarah 17 The Street | 27 The Street | M.Allen |
| 16/03/19 | Roberts | 12 The Street | 20 Church Close |
| 23/03/19 | Stone Cott. |
Hepworth Speedwatch – March & April 2019
Along The Street:
March 2019: 2 sessions, 10 vehicles logged.
Max. speed = 40 mph
April 2019: 2 sessions, 4 vehicles logged.… Read the whole story
Hepworth Weather – March & April 2019
(as measured on The Street)
| March 2019 | Max. Temp: | 19.2°C | 30th |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min. Temp: | -0.4°C | 26th | |
| Total Rainfall: | 44.0mm | | |
| Wettest Day: | 10.7mm | 9th | |
| April 2019 | Max. |
Parish Walk 2019
15 villagers joined the Annual Parish walk on the Bank Holiday Monday on 27th May, and came along for the ploughmans lunch afterwards.… Read the whole story
David Stannard Retirement
After 25 years’ service, and 15 years as Chairman, David Stannard is to officially retire from Hepworth Parish Council on 9th May 2019.… Read the whole story
Letter from Reverend Barclay
June 2019
Growth and transformation in Spring
As I write this, Spring-time is in full swing! And I never cease to have a tremendous sense of pleasure and privilege, living and working in Suffolk at this time of the year; all around us is an increasing volume, variety and vitality of new life- in the hedgerows and fields, and on the trees and in our wonderful sky which changes so beautifully in the east anglian light during the morning, noon and evening.… Read the whole story
Village Sign Design Competition
Sadly, despite a recent renovation, our village sign is beyond repair. However, this provides a wonderful opportunity for all you budding artists and designers out there to design a new sign for Hepworth.… Read the whole story
Parish Elections
Local Parish Elections – 2nd May 2019
Become a Councillor
The elections for Parish Councils will take place on 2nd May 2019, this is your opportunity to help shape your community’s future and lend your voice and life experiences to help make decisions for your community in these challenging times.… Read the whole story
Letter from Reverend Bladen – March 2019
March 2019
Dear Friends and Neighbours,
As I write this letter exactly six months after being licensed as Rector to The United Benefice of Stanton, which includes, Barnignham, Coney Weston, Market Weston, Hopton, Thelnetham, Hinderclay and Hepworth, I’m reflecting on what a good six moths it’s been.… Read the whole story