Village Voices: Netherfield - November 26, 2010

He and Irene were given a brilliant send off with an evening celebration held in Mountfield Village Hall.

Around a hundred people attended and saw the presentation of a Victoria Plum tree for their garden and a very healthy cheque for them to use as they wish.

I expect a full version of the event will appear in the Mountfield section and it will no doubt highlight the wonderful atmosphere and that everyone really enjoyed the evening.

Well done to all those who contributed. The United Holy Communion at Brightling on the 21st was Stuart’s final service in the Benefice to which all the parishes were invited.

Brightling Church was full and the service was followed with coffee and biscuits and the chance for everyone to say their goodbyes.

We all wish Stuart and Irene every happiness in their new life and home in Eastbourne. Looking ahead now, Netherfield’s last service in November will be our Advent Carols on 28th at 5 p.m.

This is the beginning of our Christmas celebrations and is an ideal service to bring children to as most of it is done by our children.

There are readings and Advent Carols with a candlelight procession. It really is a delightful service and quite a spectacle, all by candlelight.

On Saturday 4th December Father Christmas is coming to Netherfield Church.

Brunch with Father Christmas between 10 a.m. and noon is a must for the children. Bring them along to meet Father Christmas, collect their gift and even have a go in the bran tub.

Enjoy a bacon buttie and a cup of tea or coffee.

Please take a few minutes to drop in and spoil the youngsters before Christmas.

Musical Ducklings - Come and join us every Tuesday 10:00am at Netherfield Village Hall.

We will have singing, movement and action songs and lots of fun instruments to play!

From 0-5 years, £2 per child, £1 each additional child, snack and drink included Contact Claire on 01424 838457 for more details, we look forward to seeing you there!

Darvel Down & Area Residents Association. Any resident requiring a lift to the hospital / doctors / opticians. Please call Jim Jefcoate on 838721 or Ron White 838296. (voluntary contributions welcome)

Netherfield FC sponsored by the White Hart. The lads did not have a game last week. They should be at home this week, 10.30am kick off.

The team and supporters are welcomed back to the White Hart after the game where food is laid on.

Orpington F.C. who play on Saturdays at the recreation ground won their game. The lads and their supporters come back to the White Hart where food is laid on for them. 

White Hart Ladies Darts Team Monday 15th November. The ladies darts team were away against Ticehurst club where they won 6-5, with wins for Marie Colvin, Mandy Saunters and Coral Giles. In the doubles there were wins for Marie/Lou Saunters, Wendy/Coral, and in the trebles Coral/Mandy/Lou there were top scores from Wendy 100, Coral 2x 100, Sarah Hunter 111,100.

White Hart Thursday White Hart B team were at home to the Senlac the darts lost 6-1 with the only win coming from Mandy Saunters. In the ladies pairs they lost 2-0 as did the men’s pairs 2-0. In the push penny the team lost 5-0 but it was a great night and thanks to the Senlac team for being very sporting. Top scores were Rick Warner 3x 100, Mandy 100, Andy Saunders 2x 100, Bob Lovick 101, Marie Colvin 2x 100 and Sean Spillett 2 x 140.

White Hart live music come and join us on 4th December to celebrate our 3rd Anniversary at the White Hart. We have a country singer NULA. All customers new and old are welcome to join us 7pm till 11pm.

White Hart Boules Pitch. The pieste is free to use, any clubs please feel free to come and use the pieste, FOC any time except match days which are Saturday afternoons though the season is now over.  We have a group of ladies and Gents that play amongst themselves Monday Lunchtimes.

The Rover group joins us on the 2nd Tuesday of the month ALL welcome.

The Harley Davidson group meets on the 1st Friday of each month ALL welcome.

T.R.Cars meets on the last Thursday of the month All Welcome.

The Breakaway Club meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This is a ladies group that meet and chat, have talks, days out and are always looking for new members ALL welcome.

Hastings Mobile Library will be outside the shop from 11.50 – 12.10 today, Friday 26th November.To include your event or local Netherfield news please e mail me [email protected]

Maria Standen

Swallow Farm