The new co-opted councillor, Mrs Tara Goodwyn, from West Worldham, was welcomed to the meeting.

BRIDLEWAYS OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC (BOATs)

It was decided to apply for Traffic Restriction Orders on Watery Lane and Candovers.

HIGHWAYS

The Clerk reported that Selborne Parish Council had decided to proceed with a Speedwatch scheme. It was agreed to hold a open meeting of parishioners in October to discuss this scheme in relation to Worldham and to consider other traffic issues.

COMMUNITY FORUM

Cllr Trigwell-Jones reported on a meeting chaired by David Parkinson from East Hampshire District Council with representatives from Worldham, Selborne and Kingsley Parish Councils to consider changes being made to the way the District Council’s Community Forums are organised. Concerns were raised about an added layer of bureaucracy and conflicts of interest for parish councillors representing other parish councils on the Forum.

Cllr Blake reported on a training meeting on the Code of Conduct for councillors.

PLAYGROUND

The annual Playground Inspection Report was presented. It was agreed to make enquiries about equipment to upgrade the Playground and also to provide a picnic table.

QUEEN’S DIAMOND JUBILEE

Councillors agreed to a grant of £500 towards a Parish event to celebrate the Jubilee. They also agreed to put forward a request for a grant for bunting under the EHDC’s Community Initiative Fund.

VILLAGE HALL

Grateful thanks were expressed to Mrs Debbie Pusey, the Village Hall Secretary, who had resigned with effect from 31 July. Mr Mike Walker had agreed to undertake the task of Village Hall bookings. The Village Hall Committee would discuss the problem of the cleaning of the hall. Tenders for the installation of a gate on the steps of the hall were being requested. The need to register the septic tank used by the Village Hall was raised (see separate note elsewhere in Kingsworld).

ROADSIDE VERGES AND FOOTPATHS

Concern was expressed at the untidiness of many verges and footpaths in East Worldham. Many people worked hard to keep areas of the village tidy but a plea was made for all householders to tidy up the outside of their properties (see Brickbats).

It looked amazing – so much more welcoming – a great village pub. Blanche and Alex have done a great job of transforming the pub. Gone is the dated old carpet replaced by lovely wood floors, the whole place looks fresh and a place you want to visit.

Hope to visit again soon!

For more information on what’s happening visit the pubs website: http://www.3horseshoesalton.co.uk/

The Three Horseshoes at East Worldham is celebrating its new makeover and wants to invite you to a party! ‘Party in the Pub’ is on bank holiday Saturday 28th May with a live music and curry night. The music starts after 8pm and our selection of currys are served from 6pm – come along and enjoy the fun!

Since their arrival in January, the team at The Three Horseshoes have been working hard to build a good reputation for food and customer service. Their friendly welcome puts you at ease – sample the real ales, wines and soft drinks whilst enjoying a snack on the comfortable fireside sofas, or dine al-fresco in the lovely walled garden.

The menu of modern pub classics and good, home cooked country fare is updated regularly and fresh local produce is used wherever possible. Friday 20th May sees the new Summer menu introduced – with dishes such as fresh whole grilled sardines or local sausages in Kingsley honey and sesame seeds, to classics such as ale battered cod and home-made burgers with local chilli chutney.

From 24th May Wednesdays see the introduction of the ‘Young at Heart’ menus. Smaller plates for the over 60s – 2 courses for £6.50 or 3 courses for £8.50 with a choice of 3 dishes for each – served lunchtime and early evening.

If you have friends coming to visit, why not book one of their letting rooms? Each is individually styled and has all the facilities you would expect of a comfortable country inn.

The ‘Drawing Room’ also lends itself to parties and functions and is ideal for daytime or evening use – just call and ask.

Due to the refurbishment, there will be lots of spare pub paraphernalia, so on August Bank Holiday Saturday they are planning a garage sale and fun day – put this in your diary too!

Full details can be found on the Three Horseshoes website – please click here

Thanks!

Click here to view the full collection.

If you have any photos you would like to add to the site please email low res versions to webmaster@worldham.org

We are required to nominate the most used 6 Foot paths in our parish that may need clearance during the growing season so please let me know which paths you feel are most in need of attention.

The Hangers Way is already a priority route so this only applies to the other FP’s.

We also have a volunteer group within the Parish who will undertake some of this work from time to time and if you would like to join this group then please contact me.

Carolyn Wilson-Webb 82712

The Valentine’s Table Top Sale  held on Saturday 13 February was a huge success!

 In aid of “Help for Heroes” 

A very successful fundraising event was held in East Worldham Village Hall on Saturday 13 February in aid of Help for Heroes.  A large selection of items had been donated for sale and many were quickly snapped up by early attendees.  Villagers were on hand to help and refreshments included mulled wine which helped to create a party atmosphere.
 
Many thanks to all.

Continue your support  fabulous official Help for Heroes merchandise is available from the Help for Hero’s website.

Thank you to all those who helped out making this a fun morning.

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