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The Beautiful Bluebells of Brampton Wood
The Huntingdonshire Local Group of the Wildlife Trust invites you to come and experience the delights of a carpet
of bluebells in this ancient woodland, which lies on our doorstep. You are welcome to share this enchanting sce-
ne by participating in a guided walk through Brampton Wood on Sunday 26 th April.
George Cottam, who is Warden of Brampton Wood, will lead us through this woodland where a rich variety of flora
can be seen. His aim will be to highlight the beautiful scent, colour and freshness of the bluebells that encapsulate
the essence of a traditional English spring. We also expect to see other woodland flora such as wood anemone,
primrose and dogs mercury; early butterflies such as speckled wood, brimstone and orange tip; and we will also
listen for the singing of the woodland birds.
Everyone is most welcome to attend. Please meet at Brampton Wood Car Park, Grafham Road, Brampton at
10.30 am. GR TL 184698. Park in the Trust car park. There is no charge, but donations are welcome. For more
information please contact George on 01480 450809.
Part of the Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire. Registered Charity No: 1000412
BUCKDEN PAROCHIAL CHARITIES
ALMSHOUSE CHARITIES OF JAMES SOUTH AND WILLIAM BURBERRY
VACANCY FOR A NEW TRUSTEE
A Board of voluntary trustees manages the Almshouses in Church Street, Buckden. We now have a vacancy for
a new trustee to be appointed from April/May 2015, to contribute to the running of this valuable village asset.
The Board meets routinely four times a year, and occasionally more frequently to decide on immediate matters.
If you would like to take the opportunity to join us please contact the Clerk, Joe Greenway at
or on 07745889759 for more information.
Registered Charity Number 810227
VACANCY NOTICE for PARISH CLERK
SOUTHOE & MIDLOE PARISH COUNCIL
Job Title Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer; the number of electors 324
A summary of the job and functions:
 Attendance at 11 monthly evening Parish Council meetings per year and additional meetings as required.
 To prepare agendas and minutes.
 To receive and deal with correspondence and documents.
 To receive and report on invoices for services to be paid for by the Parish Council and to issue invoices on
behalf of the Parish Council.
 To monitor and balance the Council's accounts and prepare records for audit purposes and VAT.
 To advise the Council on procedure and to monitor the policies of the Council.
 To act as the representative of the Council as required & attend training courses as required.
Requirements in terms of experience and education
 To be computer-literate & have own computer & printer, administration experience, sound financial
knowledge, good communication skills and ability to edit web site
Hours of work 20 hours per month, days and times mostly flexible. Grade Rate per Hour LC1 (£9.20 - £10.50)
Start date 1st April 2015
How to apply – letter & CV To Parish Clerk, Mrs. E. Barnicoat, 30 King William Close, Kempston, Bedford, MK42
7BA
Who to contact for more information
Chairman, Mr. Alan Marnes 23 High Street, Southoe,PE19 5YE - 01480 476489
Vice Chair, Mrs. Sheila Penton 32 High Street, Southoe,PE19 5YE - 01480 473134
Southoe & Midloe Parish Council meets on the first Wednesday of every month except August, in Southoe Village
Hall at 7.00pm or 7.30 pm. The post holder would be expected to attend all meetings and to work mainly from
home.