December 2021

17 Buckden Roundabout December 2021 Village News December 2021 It ’ s beginning to look at a lot like Christmas! As we move towards the end of 2021 (and what a year it ’ s been … again!) we would like to wish everyone a peaceful Christmas and a hopeful New Year. We will be taking a break over the festive season to recharge our batteries, and loan times will automatically be extended to cover this. All Cambridgeshire libraries will close at 1pm on 24 th December and reopen again on Tuesday 4 th January. But in the meantime …. Art in the Library Thank you to everyone who contributed to our arty November, and brought in their pictures inspired by a book they had read. We had some fantastic pieces of art work which looked amazing in our library space. We may repeat this event next Spring with a new theme so keep an eye on library advertising. Rhymetime We are continuing to run our popular Rhymetime sessions on Wednesdays at 10am - stories, rhymes, songs and fun for the under 5s. Prebooking is essential as numbers are limited. Please call in to book, or telephone on the number below. Children must be accompa- nied by an adult. Knit Lit Do you enjoy knitting and reading? Knit lit is now meeting in the Methodist Church in Buckden on alternate Fridays from 7pm until 9pm. In December the group will be meeting on the 3 rd and 17 th – you are welcome to join them – just turn up! Age UK visit We are pleased to be able to welcome back Caroline from Age UK who will be restarting her drop in sessions once a month. The first will be Tuesday 14 th December from 10am until 12 noon. Age UK offer free information, advice and support for the over 65s and their fami- lies. No appointment needed, just drop in for help and guidance on how to continue to live independently. Stamps In keeping with fellow libraries, Buckden is now selling stamps. We have books of first and second class stamps – please ask at the coun- ter. Time to apply for or renew your bus pass? We can help. To renew, just call in with your existing bus pass. If you are applying for your first pass, and are of pensionable age, you will need to bring proof of age, proof of address and your national insur- ance number. There is no charge for this service. New to the village? A Cambridgeshire library card will work in any Cambridgeshire library, so if you have previously used your card elsewhere in the county you can continue to do so in the library on your (new) doorstep. If you have moved from further afield, pop in with some identification (showing your address) to register for your free Cambridgeshire li- brary card so that you can use our services. Can ’ t get to us? Then we can come to you. Get in touch with Buckden library or our customer service team on the number below to find out more about our Library at Home service. Opening hours: Tuesday – 10am – 1pm, and 2pm – 5pm Thursday – 2 – 5pm Friday – 4 – 7pm Saturday – 10am – 1pm We are continuing to ask all staff and visitors to wear a face covering whilst in the building, use hand sanitiser on entering, and to respect each other ’ s space when using the library. Village Hall, Burberry Road, Buckden Tel: 0345 045 5225 www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/library ALLOTMENT VACANCIES - BUCKDEN (A1) Opportunity to rent a space for producing organically grown and healthier vegetables close to home. Situated off Northbound Lane of A1, 200 yards south of the Roundabout Plot size approximately 200sq yds. 2 plots available from January 2022. Rental for 12 months (renewed annually) £10.00 per plot. Irrigation of plots from barrel - stored rain water. There is no mains water available. Contact: Maggie Murray - Smith, Trustee, at maggie.murray - smith@hotmail.com Phone: 01480 810139 Allotments owned and managed by the Almshouse Charities of James South and William Burberry Buckden Friends Holiday 2022 - May 16th to 20th Unfortunately we are unable to get a suitable hotel for 2022 on the Isle of Wight. Hopefully go there in 2023. So Plan B.....Now for something completely differ- ent ...we have booked a country Hotel near Hull. I need a deposit of £50 to secure your space. Single room £420 Please, please share if you can! Double or twin room £760. Price includes bed, breakfast and evening meal, coach from the Scout Hut, trips and meals on journeying days, and driver ’ s tip. We will provide evening entertainment. I need your contact details, room requirements and deposit of £50 by 9th December please. Cheques to P King. All welcome. Contact me if you want more information. patking@writeme.com 01480 811020 07981727603