BMRA Newsletter - October 2015
ROAD SAFETY UPDATE We are still waiting
to hear from KCC Highways about the speed limit road markings (Roundels)
and the remaining village gates on the Old London Road.
CAR PARKING ON ROADS
Please
be careful where you park. Some residents have to use mobility aids such
as walking frames or mobility scooters; parking on the pavement blocks the
footpath, forcing them into the roadway. On a blind corner like this, the
potential for a fatal accident is high.
Kent Police inform us that they
have no power to remove vehicles even if causing an obstruction so anyone
seriously inconvenienced by thoughtless parking should get in touch with
the local authority to enforce removal or penalty ticketing.
NEW FOOTPATH
There is a
short cut between the Hewitts roundabout and Old London Road which misses
out most of Wheatsheaf Hill. It uses much of the old road which was
cleared a few months ago. This picture shows the upper
entrance near to the Hewitts Roundabout.
PLANNING The proposed crematorium at Oak
Tree Farm opposite Polhill Garden Centre is still awaiting the outcome of
a High Court challenge. The Watercroft Woods site has been refused a
Lawful Development Certificate by Sevenoaks District Council, but an
appeal is pending. The proposed sale of 10 grave plots at this site
through auction has also been withdrawn. Developments at Fort Halstead
have already been reported in the Sevenoaks Chronicle.
F M CONWAY UPDATE A liaison meeting took place recently
and was followed by a site visit. Night time noise appears to be under
control; a one-off Day time noise incident was reported and F M Conway
apologised and gave assurances that there would be no further such
incidents. F M Conway will be improving road safety around their site
entrance on Shacklands Road, and will open up their approach road to allow
off-street temporary lorry parking. Please do not hesitate to contact the
committee should you have any problems with the site.
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH Following the
meeting on the 25th of September, it was decided to rekindle interest in
the Badgers Mount Neighbourhood Watch and incorporate it into the BMRA.
Richard King has agreed to co-ordinate the road stewards and every house
should be contacted in the coming months to gauge interest. If you are not
already receiving the bulletins, newsletters and scam warnings via e-mail
contact Richard on 533979 or e-mail
avrilandrichard@btinternet.com. LOCAL
SHOP A village shop - do we need one?
Badgers Mount last had a village shop many years ago. Is it time we had a
new one? Would you like to see the local fish and/or greengrocer’s vans
stopping at Badgers Mount, possibly during the Thursday coffee morning? The residents
association are currently looking at the viability and are after feedback,
good or bad! Are you interested in helping? Would you use it?
BADGERS MOUNT PARISH COUNCIL The Parish
Council have now appointed a Parish Clerk. She is Sarah Moon who also
works as the Clerk to Shoreham Parish Council.
GRAFFITI
The bus shelter and utilities building
near the Polhill Roundabout were recently defaced with graffiti. This must
have been done by local children/teenagers or by people they know. The
Parish Council arranged to overpaint the bus shelter, but this does
represent a drain on the Parish resources which could lead to a small
increase in the local part of the Council Tax.
ENTERTAINMENTS On Saturday 3rd October the
Hatted Hens music group entertained a good number of us with a Barn dance
and music and singing. Much laughter and fun with some people dancing an
energetic jig, whilst others enjoyed watching them work out their right
hand star and their left hand reel. It was a great opportunity to swing
your neighbours round and round and we all got to know those in the
community as we apologised for treading on their toes.
HALLOWEEN CANCELLED!
Sadly there hasn’t been any
interest in the Halloween fancy dress and parade so it won’t be happening.
Not to worry it will still be in the diary next year!
BADGERS MOUNT WALK Sunday 1st November at 10 a.m.
Meet in the Memorial Hall car park. We shall be walking 3.5 miles with an
option to do just 2 miles. As this is the
first walk we shall rediscover an old footpath in Badgers Mount. Expect to
see: Clearing in Hollows Wood/Barnetts Wood, with a possible chance to
see a deer! Rediscovered footpath to Wheatsheaf Hill Greens of Broke
Hill Golf Club Discover Halstead private golf course Views of
Badgers Mount from Halstead fields Dogs are welcome though for the
majority of this walk would have to be kept on a lead. Clothing weather
dependent, walking shoes/boots or an old pair of trainers that you don’t
mind getting muddy. The only hill to note is the climb from London Road to
Broke Hill Golf Club. Dependent on demand, this would be a regular
monthly walk taking place on the 1st Sunday of the month. If there are
keen walkers out there, the routes will be longer with shorter options
available. CHRISTMAS CAROLS
Saturday 5th December Is it too soon to mention Christmas? A great social occasion on Saturday 5th
December at 7.30pm. Come along to the hall and meet up with friends old and new for
a chance to sing some Christmas Carols. Wine and fruit juice as well as
nibbles, mince pies and sausage rolls, all for £5 adults,
£2 children.
NEW YEARS EVE How about
celebrating New Years Eve in Badgers Mount? From 8pm in the Memorial hall
with music for all ages we are sure some of you will be up dancing.
Free
entry with a small collection to cover Hall hire. Bring your own nibbles,
drinks and a glass! There are no refreshments provided. An opportunity to
meet new neighbours and catch up with old ones. This invitation is open to
all Badgers Mount residents, come along for the full party or pop in just
to say hello, or catch an early taxi home to avoid the rush and join us to
welcome in the New Year. We can even arrange for the walking bus to call
for you if you don't want to walk up to the hall on your own!
SOUP AND A ROLL Saturday 16th January 12:30
Early in the New Year we will be repeating the Soup and a Roll lunch on
Saturday 16th January 2016 12.30-2.30. Purely social - a chance to share
news, while you have a warm bowl of soup, donation of £5.00 to cover the
cost. For more information on any of the
above or to book a place, contact Zena Belton 01959 534566,
zbelton@live.com
BMRA CONTACT DETAILS
Full contact details on the BMRA Committee
page.
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