Amendments

to hall plan

AMENDMENTS to an approved scheme to convert the WI hall in Haye Road, Callington, to a residential unit were due to be debated last night (Thursday) by Caradon councillors.

The alterations consist of the construction of a chimney stack on the west elevation to replace one demolished in the same position in l975, installing an additional velux rooflight, inserting a purpose built fixed skylight over the stairwell, and two minor internal alterations.

Officers had recommended delegated authority to approve the proposal, by C Tedder, subject to the receipt of satisfactory revised plans, and following expiry of the consultation period.

The matter was to be debated by the council's planning control committee (east).

Church bazaar

ST MARY'S Church Christmas bazaar took place on December 1 at Callington Town Hall with the stalls, raffle, games and refreshments all doing a brisk trade.

An amount in excess of £600 was raised which will be divided between a charity and the church improvement fund; to provide new facilities and toilets at the church.

The church is often used for public events and the improvements will benefit the whole community.

Calstock appeal

is turned down

AN appeal regarding a refusal by Caradon council to allow a new dwelling to be built at Harewood, Calstock, has been dismissed.

The appeal, by Mr and Mrs E N Drew, was regarding their application for a bungalow within the domestic curtilage of Garden Cottage, incorporating a gardener's cottage, summerhouse and wall, and the site of a greenhouse.

The appeal site is located within the walled garden of the former Harewood estate, and is in the River Tamar valley area of outstanding natural beauty. The inspector felt the end result would be 'a gradual deterioration in the appearance of the countryside.'

Lessons and carols

THE annual service of lessons and carols was held at Callington Methodist church on Christmas Eve and the Rev Howard Curnow led the first part of the service and gave a short Christmas message.

The choir, under the direction of organist Ken Pethick, led the congregation in the singing of well known carols and special items, including a new setting of the traditional carol 'The Holly and the Ivy', composed by Mr A C N Mackenzie of Ord, and performed by a quartet with a solo. The solo was sung by Mrs Beth Roberts, the cousin of Mr Mackenzie, who himself took the tenor part.

The Christmas lessons were read by: Ross Williams, Louise Scandrett, Cliff Caldwell, Margaret Smyth, Bert Laing, Pam Sanders, Denise Gulliford, Kevin Veal and Howard Curnow.

Homecoming at

Mustard Seed

THE New Year is being celebrated at the Mustard Seed Evangelical Church with 'Homecoming Sunday' on January 7, 2001.

David Cole, the founder pastor of the church will be 'coming home' for the day, and preaching at the services at 10.45am and 7.45pm.

There will be a faith meal after the morning service when all are invited to bring a plate of food to share in fellowship in the downstairs hall where tea and coffee will be provided.

The evening service will also take the form of special celebrations and thanksgiving.

All those who have ever attended the Mustard Seed are cordially invited to 'come home' for the day.

Gunnislake hearing

AS a result of an appeal being lodged, following a refusal by Caradon council to allow a proposal for a site at the former Gunnislake railway station, Sandhill, Gunnislake, an informal hearing is to take place on February 8.

The hearing will be held in the chairman's office, Luxstowe House, Liskeard. The appeal has been lodged by Axis Properties Ltd.

Appeal for new

scout leader

THE 1st Stoke Climsland Scouts are appealing for an energetic person with an interest in youth activities, to come forward and be their new leader.

Group Leader Ailsa Weaver says the scouts, numbering about 18, and an active mixed bunch of boys and girls aged between 11-15, have been without a leader since the retirement of Diane Willsteed in the autumn. 'Diane had been with the scouts for about ten years and was a keystone figure doing a lot of good work' said Ailsa.

Anyone wanting more information should contact Ailsa (evenings only) on 01579 382196

St. Mary's Church

It was standing room only at St. Mary's Church on Christmas Eve for the Crib Service written by Margaret Morris.

The Rector, Revd. Robert Oakes, welcomed everyone then St. Mary's Handbell Ringers began the evening by playing Mary's Boy Child.

The Sunday School children, accompanied by Susan Oakes on piano, performed the story of the birth of Jesus. Charles Harding played the organ for the congregational carols and the youngest members of the Sunday School led the closing prayers.

A collection was taken for St. Petroc's Society for the Homeless in Cornwall.

A sum in excess of £500 was collected during the Christmas Services for St. Petroc's Society for the Homeless in Cornwall. St. Mary's Church thanks everyone who gave so generously.

Handbells

for New Year

IN St. Mary's Church on New Year‚s Eve, St. Mary‚s Handbell Ringers began the Carol Service by playing Joy to the World and Mary‚s Boy Child.

The choir and the congregation sang carols and the choir also sang various choral settings of carols. Peter Lovell, who compiled the service, and the Rector, Revd Robert Oakes read the prayers. Peter Lovell and Barbara Clayton read two poems written by John Clayton and entitled Christmas and The Christmas Tree. Peter Lovell also read Sir John Betjeman's poem Christmas The Handbell Ringers brought the service to a close with When a Child is Born.

Planning applications

Among recent planning applications to North Cornwall District Council were the following;

Application for full planning consent to erect an extension for additional living room and new entrance door to an existing room at the Post Office, Stoke Climsland.

To carry out works to three trees covered by a tree preservation order, namely to fell three beech trees and lop four beech trees at Pen Inney Residential Home, Lewannick.