December 2022

14 Buckden Roundabout December 2022 Village News FRIENDS IN DEED There are times in our lives when we could all do with a little extra support or companionship whatever our age or circumstance. New Drivers Needed We are looking for new drivers. So, if you have a car, some free time and are willing to help please get in touch with peter.mount@btconnect.com or 07914 669967. Friends in Deed is a group of volunteers who offer help and support to residents of Buckden. All our volunteers are DBS checked and safeguarding trained. Need a lift to an appointment? There are fixed fees for this service. Please email our transport co - ordinator peter.mount@btconnect.com or call 07914 669967 and leave your name, number, address and details of your appointment (date, time, location) giving 48 hours notice please. Need someone to talk to or some practical support? Come and chat to us at the Community Café (in the Living Stones Room in St Mary ’ s Church Buckden on the 2 nd Wednesday of every month 2.30 - 4pm) or email friendsindeed@stmarysbuckden.org.uk . We can arrange home visits or phone - calls. This is a free service and can be either a one - off chat or regular chats. Want to volunteer? We are always on the look out for new volunteers. Just contact us at friendsindeed@stmarysbuckden.org.uk or visit the Community Café if you would like to know more. ‘ Godmanchester Foodbank Christmas Hampers donations' Godmanchester Foodbank operate all through out the year supporting people in Huntingdon that are referred to them. Demand is high. Christmas is a joyous time of year but it can also be a financial- ly demanding time for some. Each year the Foodbank try to bring some cheer to families that are struggling and hopefully we can dig deep as a village again to support people in our local area, as we have done for the last few years. If you would like to donate to the Christmas Hampers I will need your donations by Sunday the 4th December at the lat- est, so I can get them to the Foodbank in time. They have asked for Christmas chocolates, sweets & goodies in particular, as well as the usual tins & packets of food. Donations can be left on my porch at 53 Greenway, Buckden. You can text me on 07730478290 before you come to ensure I ’ m in. There are also collection points at St Mary ’ s church and Nisa in the village all year round. Thank you in advance Jo Redwood. Hunts Waste Busters Top Tips for Saving Money, Getting Creative & Reducing Waste This Christmas Christmas is a time where our waste increases dramatically, with the bulk ending up in landfill. We have compiled a few thought - provoking ideas, that can assist you in reducing your waste this Christmas, in addition to saving money and creating memories. Buy Pre - Loved There are an abundance of ways to seek presents that are pre - loved, finding the ideal gift at a fraction of the price. Support local charities or make use of modern websites, apps or local buy and sell pages, saving you money whilst reducing the amount of unwanted gifts/ clothing sent to landfill. Creative Menu Save money by using end of life food or leftovers to create a unique meal, reducing your food waste as well as trying something new. If you don't get through it all, freeze it for a later date, giving you a much - needed night off cooking. *Please remember all food waste including peelings and even bones, can be put into your garden waste bin, which is processed for com- posting. Make Your Own Decorations You may find the least expensive way to decorate is right under your nose, with items such as twigs, fir cones, and holly and willow wreaths being just some of the examples, our great outdoors has to offer, to create the ultimate in Christmas decorations. Make Your Own Reusable Calendar Advent calendars are a major contributor to plastic waste over the festive period, with the bulk having plastic inserts that cannot be re- cycled with ease. Say NO to disposable and YES to reusable, making your own tasty treats, offering another fun activity for children or a perfect opportunity to show off your creative side. Recycle, Recycle and Recycle Always check if what you are throwing away can be recycled. For any items not recyclable through your recycling bin, check your local su- permarket, most have dedicated recycle points for items such as soft plastics and batteries, making it easy to bring with you when doing your food shop. In the case of many electrical stores, they will also accept e - waste such as TVs, PCs, Laptops and phones. *Placing batteries in your kerbside bins can cause fires in the collec- tion vehicles. From all the Hunts Waste Busters Team, we wish you a Merry Christ- mas and a Sustainable New Year. Check your Christmas holiday collection dates here: https:// www.huntingdonshire.gov.uk/refuse - calendar/ Your Roundabout needs you We are in urgent need of someone to join our friendly editorial team to assist Fiona, our Commercial Manager. Buckden Roundabout is run entirely by volunteers and is funded by advertising revenue. The Commercial Manager is responsible for liais- ing with our advertisers, and we need someone who can spare a few hours every month to help. To find out more, please contact Fiona at: adverts@buckdenroundabout.info