Buckden Parish Community Web-site

The parish of Buckden lies on the Dales Way, at the northern end of Wharfedale and consists of the village itself, nestling under the impressive bulk of Buckden Pike, as well as the hamlets of Cray, Hubberholme, Raisgill, Yockenthwaite, Deepdale, Beckermonds, Oughtershaw and Greenfield. Set in the heart of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park, Buckden is a popular destination for walkers and holidaymakers, with excellent walking and many delightful places to eat, drink and stay!

There is a thriving local community with many events taking place throughout the year. The principal commercial activities are farming and tourism with many businesses catering for the visitor, as well as for local residents. 

This web-site has been created under the leadership of the Parish Council to provide a source of information about the village and the area, for both visitors and local residents.

News:

Spring Coffee Morning in the Institute – The April Coffee Morning will be organised by The Parish of Upper Wharfedale and Littondale to raise funds for Hubberholme Church.  The coffee morning will be in Buckden Institute on Saturday April 6th10.30 – 12.30. Tea/coffee & cake £3 Gift stall/raffle; Annual Quiz Sheet; £1 Jigsaw sale or swap table (donation). Cakes and biscuits, raffle prizes and jigsaws welcome on the day or before. Ring Josie (761154) or Deirdre (760296) if you can help

“Your Police Service, Your Say”  On Monday 25 March, Police, Fire, and Crime Commissioner Zoë Metcalfe will host an online public meeting to scrutinise and hold the Chief Constable to account on behalf of the public. The meeting will focus on Neighbourhood Policing and include updates on the latest inspection by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services  as well as Force Control Room performance. Residents of York and North Yorkshire are invited to join the online public meeting which will include allotted time for  questions sent in by the public. Click here for details

Mayoral Election The York and North Yorkshire Mayor will be chosen by you in the election on Thursday 2 May 2024. The York and North Yorkshire Mayor will lead the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, with investment of £540 million to be spent over the next 30 years. The Mayor and Combined Authority will have powers and responsibilities devolved to them by central government. This includes powers to improve the supply and quality of housing and funds to improve transport. Find out more about how to vote at https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/mayoralelection

At this month's coffee morning, representatives of the Air Ambulance will be joining us and there will be a presentation of a large format cheque representing the substantial amount of money raised by the village quizzes since 2014, and latterly the coffee mornings and carol singing as well. Please do come along and show your support for this very important charity

The Let’s Talk Food survey is part of the wider conversation that has been taking place about food in North Yorkshire, looking at the whole food system - from how we grow food, what we grow, to what we buy and eat and how much we throw away

Locations and times are as follows: 

Buckden - Main car park from 10:00 - 10:45

Kettlewell - Main car park from 11:00 - 11:45

Garden Waste Licences Residents across North Yorkshire can now pay for their garden waste licence ahead of this year’s collections starting in March. A licence for the 2024 season costs £46.50 for garden waste collections between March and early December (existing customers in Craven, Hambleton and Ryedale will pay a reduced price of £42 as they have already paid for their March 2024 collections). The licence covers one 240-litre wheelie bin to be emptied fortnightly (depending on where they live, some residents may have an equivalent number of compostable liners or sacks/bags). Anyone who would like to have more than one bin emptied can pay for a licence for each additional bin.Once paid, a licence pack is due to arrive within 14 days. Buy a garden waste licence online For more information about the garden waste service, including terms and conditions, and collection dates, please visit the garden waste page.

Worried about the cost of living? If you’re struggling to pay for food and other essentials, there are local schemes and organisations in North Yorkshire which may be able to help or point you in the right direction. You’ll find information about emergency financial support, managing debt, benefit entitlement, energy bills and staying connected all in one place at www.northyorks.gov.uk/costofliving North Yorkshire Council’s cost of living web page also has information about pension credit, schemes to help families and local community-based support including Warm Welcome spaces as well as advice on staying safe and well.  

If you’re less confident with technology and have friends or family who might be able to help you understand what support is available with the cost of living, please ask them to look at the web page with you. You can also go into any North Yorkshire library or North Yorkshire Council office. If you’re not sure who to turn to, you can call North Yorkshire Council’s customer service centre on 0300 131 2 131 Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 4:30pm asking for ‘cost of living help’ when prompted.

...as well as coffee mornings on 19th March, 13th April, 18th May

Buckden Singers will also be singing at the Advent Carol Service at St Margaret Clitherow Church, Threshfield on Sunday 10th December at 3.00 p.m. and at the Carols by Candlelight service at St Michael's, Hubberholme on Thursday 28th December at 7.00 p.m.

Buckden Village Institute - Update At the recent Institute Committee meeting it was decided that, for the next year, hire of the hall will continue to be free for residents of Buckden Parish. This is because the Institute is in a robust position financially, and we are keen to encourage greater use of the hall. This applies to bookings for events that are being organised by members of our community and that are open to all, as well as to bookings for the private use of the hall by individuals.

The committee arranges a variety of regular events during the year including quizzes, coffee mornings, skittles, and a range of one-off events. However, anyone in the parish is welcome to organise an event using the hall, so if you have an idea for something you would like to arrange, please do talk to us.

The talk will be in Buckden Village Institute Friday 17th Nov. 2023 at 7.30 pm - Conspicuous by its absence in the list of the lands of Roger of Poitou in 1086, Buckden’s ancient past is shrouded in mystery. This talk will explore evidence in the surrounding hills, venturing into Langstrothdale and down dale towards Starbotton, using the latest laser-scanned data of this iconic landscape.

Christmas Bingo at The Buck Social/Fundraising Event by Hubberholme Church Tuesday 5th December 5.45 p.m. for food at 6 p.m. Meat or vegetable hotpot with crusty roll + 1st card: £10.00. Children under 12: £5.00. To order supper tickets please ring Deirdre (760296) or Josie (761154). If you don’t want supper, just turn up on the night and buy your cards to play. Games start at 7 p.m. Prizes for a line and a full house. Click here for poster

Film - ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show Date for your diary. Amerdale hall, Arncliffe.  *Friday 10th November –*  Dress up if you dare!To book, please contact; Mark Houston (770419), Ruth Cowan (770293), Sarah Paul (770282) or Gill Scott (07920 766272)

There is no charge for admission, but there will be a bucket collection in aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. As places are limited, please email talk@buckden.org to reserve your place.

John Seed has sent the following message to us: "On Saturday 11th November 2023 at 1100 there will be a short memorial service at the Buckden Pike Cross. The event always takes place the day before remembrance Sunday - whatever the weather! This year it falls on remembrance day. I have been attending the event for approximately 20 years but I meet familiar faces at the summit who have been doing it twice as long. We do not linger too long in the clouds after the service (no more than 15 mins). If you are so inclined then please join us at the cross. I shall be setting off from the car park at Buckden around 0830 for a "gentle stroll" to the top."

Musical evening for Refugees Skipton Saturday October 7 @7.30. St Andrews Church.  Click here for details. This is aid of Kairos and Abigail housing. Voluntary agencies are scrabbling around to prevent street homelessness and destitution and this concert is to aid two housing associations that are at the forefront of this. Skipton Refugee Support Group is also collecting tents (I can make the links for any donations – tents or cash). Also, there are some seriously good musicians playing on Saturday and it should be an excellent concert.

Ceilidh at Ammerdale Hall on October 22 with the fabulous Buttered Peas. Click here for details. Asylum seekers and refugees are welcome with free entry and UWRSG is raising funds to help with the transport – donations welcome.

Ukraine Aid Sometime soon but also on a regular basis. John Midgley heads back to Ukraine with an aid convoy as part of the . This consignment includes five 4x4s, 3 industrial washing machines, 85 water filter boxes & 30+ boxes of aid. There's still room for medical supplies, warm clothes, dried food (pasta especially welcome) & bedsheets. Click here to support

Christmas Collection We will once again be having a Christmas collection of toiletries (more information about collection points later) so please start adding some extra toiletry items to you supermarket shop. We collect toiletries because they are nice! And can make a great gift, to show our good wishes at Christmas. Also, the stock can be given out throughout the year. If you would like to help collect and sort toiletries, please get in touch.

James Bond – Fun casino evening Saturday 14th October 8pm. Buckden Village Institute

Tickets £15 to include Cocktails, Canapés and Free Fun Casino Games. Please bring your own drinks for when the cocktails run out! Themed/Evening Dress Optional. To reserve your tickets contact :- Linda Portman linda.portman1@outlook.com or Barbara Ramsden

bramsden12@hotmail.co.uk by 7th October

“From Kathmandu to Covid” – an evening with Ian and Sally Smith’ together with supper will be held at Buckden Village Institute on Friday 20 October at 6.15 for 6.30 p.m. Ian became editor of the LINK parish magazine in May 2020 and together with his wife, Sally, lived and worked in Nepal for 16 years. They now live in Arncliffe. Their talk about their life and experiences in Nepal and their work with the World Health Organisation during the COVID pandemic will be accompanied by a PowerPoint presentation The evening includes a supper of Nepalese food of curried meat and vegetables with rice and lentils and tea/coffee. Please feel free to bring your own drinks. Admission is by ticket costing £10 which includes a donation to International Nepal Fellowship providing financial support for health and developmental projects in Nepal. Tickets are available from 1 October from Deirdre (01756 760296) or Alison (07342 655516). We are sure it will be a really enjoyable evening and hope you will be able to support us. Ring early to reserve your tickets which are limited by the size of the Institute so don’t be disappointed.

Buckden Art Group The 31^st Annual Art Exhibition will take place from 26^th – 28^th August 2023. The exhibition will be open daily from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. in Buckden Village Institute. There will be approximately 180 original paintings on view together with greetings cards. Admission is free with donations to the Yorkshire Air Ambulance charity. All are welcome to come and view our work. We would like to thank the Institute Committee for their continued support of the Art Group.

72B Venturer: there will be some minor will be changes to the timetable in order to align with the 72 Keighley Bus Company service new timetable which is making some changes on the same date. These changes are to improve punctuality of services, and improve connections.
 

74A: From the same date, an additional 74A bus will run from Grassington to Hebden on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays providing an additional connection from Skipton at lunchtime.
 

To view/download the new timetable - click here  New printed timetables will be available during w/c 28th August and bus stop timetables will change on Sunday 3rd September.
 

72A: The times of the 72A service are unchanged.
The "schooldays" timetable will re-start on Tuesday 5th September when the children at Kettlewell school return for the Autumn Term

Kettlewell Village Show – Sunday 10^th September 2023 2-4pm in Kettlewell Village Hall. Save the date!  Lots of exciting classes to enter in this year’s show.  If you receive a Link magazine through your door – then you are eligible for them all.  Many more ‘Open’ classes this year than last – so friends and family can also enter. The Show has been going continuously (apart from a two year break for the War) since 1908 – a great village tradition that continues to this day.  Don’t be afraid to take part – it’s all good fun!  Enter your flowers, fruit, vegetables, home-bakes, handicrafts, photos, art and eggs!  Children’s crafts too! Schedules available from The Buck Inn, the Village Stores and the Fox & Hounds (also venues in Kettlewell) – or download here: Adult Schedule     Children's Schedule      Recipe

July Link - Click here for the July edition of The Link, with a theme this month of Water.  

June Link - Click here for the June edition of The Link, with a theme this month of refugees, as it’s Refugee Week from 19-25 June

The Gala runs from 12.30-4.30pm  with  live music, fell race, dog show, children’s races, crafts, grand draw, beer tent, and hot and cold refreshments.  As usual we would be very grateful for donations of cakes (to sell both whole and in slices), tombola or raffle prizes and plants for the plant stall.  Please contact Pete (01756 761155 or email gala@buckden.org) if you have any contributions. We are very grateful for the support that everyone gives us to run this event which raises money to support our thriving village hall.  Please do come and join us, as a helper or visitor, to make this another fabulous day! Click here to download the poster

UWPF Music Festival - Grassington Upper Wharfedale Primary Federation are hosting a Family Music Festival on Sunday 2nd July from 2pm-5pm in Grassington Town Hall. Live band ‘Finishers’ will perform as well as our the Federation ‘Big sing Choir’  Tickets - £4 Adult; £2 Child Fully stocked bar, food, face paints, glitter, tattoos, crafts and games, tombolas, raffles and much, much more. Tickets are available from admin@kettlewell.n-yorks.sch.uk or at Grassington Hub. Click here for poster.

Annual Parish Meeting of electors will take place on Wednesday 10th May 2023. Whilst convened by Buckden Parish Council, this is a meeting of local electors and is an opportunity for parishioners to have their input into matters that affect the Parish. Wednesday 10^th May 2023 – 630pm to 7.00pm in the Village Institute Click here to view the agenda. The meeting will be followed by the Annual General Meeting of the Parish Council. Click here for the agenda

Hubberholme Church Easter Saturday Coffee Morning and Annual Quiz Thank you to everyone who helped decorate the hall, baked and donated wonderful cakes, gave items for the raffle and gift stall and helped on the day. Grateful thanks also go to all who came and had cake and coffee and supported our enjoyable and successful gathering to make it such a worthwhile happy occasion. In total we raised £319 – 38 . Without our super community, events would not be possible.  Thank you once again for everything. Our Annual Quiz this year named Sweets/Toffees and High St. Shops is now available for £1 in our churches and at Buckden Village Shop, The George Inn, Hubberholme and The Buck Inn, Buckden. Completed quiz has to be returned by October 10th so you have plenty of time to find all the answers.

River Wharfe Restoration project At a recent parish council meeting Peter Katic of the National Trust gave an update on the progress of the work to restore the River Wharfe SSSI in Upper Wharfedale. The following Links provide more information about this programme of work.

River Wharfe SSSI Restoration Plan 

Upper Wharfe Restoration Project - YDNP webpage

Yorkshire Dales Rivers Trust Project overview

Low Greenfield New Woodland Creation - Community Information Day National Trust in Upper Wharfedale has been fortunate to receive funding for an area of new native woodland creation at Low Greenfield near Beckermonds.  Work on this project is starting at the beginning of March, with the work being carried out by a mix of contractors and National Trust staff, alongside volunteers. We’re holding an open day on Saturday 25th March for anyone who would like to come along and have a chat about our plans and see what we’re up to.  There’ll also be a chance to do some tree planting too if anyone’s interested.The planting is taking place just beyond Beckermonds, on the road towards Low and High Greenfield, just beyond the second gate past the farm.  We’ll be parked up on the roadside and would be delighted to see anyone who’s able to come along, either for a chat or to do some planting.  Please feel free to email Peter Katic on peter.katic@nationaltrust.org.uk , especially if you think you might like to help with the planting or if you have any questions.

A Pie, Peas, Pudding & Quiz event (bring your own drink) will be held in Kettlewell Village Hall on Saturday, 18^th February, 2023. Tickets now available at £10, under 16’s at £5 from Sue Nelson (760887) and Kathryn Butterfield (752975). Tables will be in 6’s so why not get a team together. Any profit to church funds.

Megan Lightfoot: We have now had some details from Carl about the arrangements for Megan’s funeral. It will be on Monday 30th January at Skipton Crematorium at 14.10. Carl says all are welcome to attend. He has asked for no flowers please – donations may be made to Parkinson UK. A link for this should be available shortly.

Buckden Parish Council The next PC meeting will be held at Buckden Village Institute on Monday 9th January 2023 at 7pm. Click here to download the agenda

£2 Fare Cap on the Venturer Upper Wharfedale Bus is pleased to announce that we will be participating in  the national £2 Fare Cap promotion, which will run from January to March this year. A single fare on the 72B Venturer during this period will cost no more than £2, with return tickets capped at £4. Why not save money and help the environment, by leaving the car at home and using your local bus service? Click here for details

Christmas at Hubberholme Church is always very special and this year was no exception.  A big ‘Thank You’ goes to all those who gave their time and talent to the decorating of Church. Once again a magnificent Christmas tree was kindly donated by Tilhill Forestry and harvested by lumberjacks Philip Mudd and David Lusted.  Finally, a huge ‘Thank You’  to all who donated STARS for the decoration of the tree – a splendid team effort. Click here for pictures of the church decorated for Christmas

December Link - Click here for the December edition of The Link

Bab's Coffee Morning & Gift Fair with Fabulous Christmas Hamper Raffle Saturday 19 November 2022 at Kettlewell Village Hall. 10.45am to 2.30pm Proceeds divided between the Playground and the Village Hall. Click here for poster

Buckden Bonfire The annual Parish bonfire will be on Saturday 5 November at 6.00 p.m. As last year, there will be a Jacob's Join with liquid refreshment provided in the form of mulled wine and a selection of soft drinks.  All welcome. Please feel free to start building the bonfire on the Green on the usual spot - no rubber or mattresses please.

November Link - Click here for the November edition of The Link

The Mirth & Melody of Angels UWALS presents Ancient Music for the Festive Season performed by The York Waits. A wonderful evening of atmospheric music from the folk tradition, all accompanied by the full array of period instruments and performed in the ancient setting of St Mary’s Church Kettlewell. 14th December 2022 7.30pm. Tickets £15 Price includes mulled wine and mince pie. For reservations email uwalsociety@gmail.com  or Telephone 01756 770350/770051

Macmillan Coffee Morning in Buckden Institute -  Saturday 8th October In aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. 10.30 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. All very welcome. Should anyone wish to bake a cake or donate a raffle prize to this vital charity event please contact Sandra. Click here for details We look forward to seeing you. Thank you

An Evening with Patricia Stewart An evening with Patricia Stewart, the original WI Calendar Girl, will be held on Friday, November 18th at Buckden Village Institute at 6.30 p.m. Tricia carries out speaking engagements regularly in connection with her Calendar Girl adventures, exploits and travels. and there will also be an opportunity to ask questions. Tickets cost £10 which includes a meat & potato pie and pea supper with a vegetarian option together with tea or coffee and you may also bring your own drinks. Tickets are available from Deirdre Halsall (01756 760296) or Josie Cowpe (01756 761154). This is a fundraising event by Hubberholme Church but a donation will also be made to Blood Cancer UK. Click here for poster

Hubberholme Church autumn tidy up We are planning two mornings to do some work to tidy up the two churchyards. The main job is the annual cutting of the rough grass areas to the side and back of the church but we will also get a few other things tidied up. The main tools needed will be strimmers and rakes for the grass and loppers for cutting trees etc back. We should also have the Kettlewell strimmer/mower to help get the grass down. We have two dates: Saturday 15th October and Wednesday 19th October from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm. I know that mid-week is better for some people but Saturday will be better for others. You are of course welcome to come to both! If you think that you will be coming please tell me so that we can manage the work appropriately. Thanks for your help. Keith keithjedderefisher@gmail.com

Buckden Art Group The 30th Annual Exhibition will take place from 27th – 29th August 2022. The exhibition will be open daily from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. in Buckden Village Institute. There will be over 150 original paintings on view together with greetings cards. Admission is free with donations to the Yorkshire Air Ambulance Charity. We regret, owing to present circumstances, that we are unable to hold our usual Open Evening, but all are welcome to come and view our work. We would like to thank the Institute Committee for their continued support of the Art Group.

August Bank Holiday Monday Church Fundraising Event There will be refreshments and stalls at Buckden School Room on Monday 29th August from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Click here for poster with further details. Anyone able to make scones, a cake or biscuits please ring Deirdre Halsall on 01756 760296 or contact by email at dahalsall@aol.com. Alternatively, please bring on the morning. Small bric-a-brac items to be brought to the School Room between 12 – 3 p.m. on Friday 26th August. We look forward to seeing you there.

A  second refugee house is being kitted out. Well done and many thanks to all those who have been or will be involved.

Richard Hargreaves and Paul Stead raised over £70 for Upper Wharfedale Refugee Support group to support Ukraine hosts and families at Buckden Gala. Many thanks to Richard and Paul, and to all of you who came and supported the event.

The Covid situation is poor just now and things will be uncertain over the next few months. For the third year, refugee welcome days are going ahead in the summer holidays, but outside using back-gardens as a base. If anyone would like to host a day of offer a cake please get in touch with Stella (no need if you have already responded).

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July Link - Click here for the July edition of The Link

Buckden Duck Race - Sunday 24th July at Buckden Bridge. Quack-off - 3.00 p.m. Prizes: £30, £20: £10, £5 & Booby prize. Hook-a-duck stall. Legendary Buckden Gala Hot Dogs & other refreshments available. Ducks £1 each and available to purchase from Saturday  2nd July from Sandra, other Institute Committee members and from the George, the Buck and the Village Shop. Also available on the day. Come and enjoy the fun!

Manorlands Garden Party This popular annual event is now Sold Out. Thank you for your support. However, a Rylstone resident is having an Open Gardens event on Saturday 16th July also in support of Manorlands Hospice. Click here for full details .

Stuart Ebden - Penny has asked for the following message to be posted here: "I am very grateful to all those who sent me cards and  letters, and gave personal tributes to Stuart following his death. I have found it very comforting to know that my husband has given so much to this village in the relatively short time we’ve lived here, particularly his membership of The Buckden Singers.

Shortly before he died, on our usual walk along the river bank, Stuart suddenly stopped, gazed around and said “Just look at all this, Pen, what better place to die”.

He might have drawn his last breath in Bradford Royal Infirmary, his body buried at Tarn Moor Memorial Woodland in Skipton but I believe his spirit is here, in Buckden.

Many thanks, everyone - Penny"

Kettlewell & District Horticultural Society Annual Show will be held in Kettlewell Village Hall on Sunday, 4th September, 2022 2 – 4pm. Plants, Fruits, Flowers, Vegetables, Cakes, Pastries, Bread, Drinks, Floral Arrangements, Arts, Crafts, Poultry, Children’s Crafts.

For details and the adult schedule click here. For the children's schedule click here.

Bus Services in Upper Wharfedale - w/c 30th May. Please note that, due to the Platinum Jubilee Bank Holidays, the 72B Upper Wharfedale Venturer will not be running on Thursday 2nd June and Friday 3rd June. The bus service will be provided by Dalesbus services 874 & 875 which will be operating a Sunday timetable. Services for the week will therefore be as follows: Mon, Tues. Weds & Sat: 72B Venturer (SSH School Holidays timetable). Thurs, Fri, Sun: Dalesbus 874 & 875

Jack’s 100th Birthday Celebration On Saturday 28th May Jack celebrates his 100th birthday and would like to invite all friends and neighbours to celebrate with him at a ‘drop in’ Birthday Party to be held in the garden at Redmire Farm any time  between 2 & 6pm.  Please – no presents – just your presence – he’s always ready to chat! Should the weather let us down, the village hall is provisionally booked.

Buckden Sunday Walkers 15 May After a disrupted season last year and a delayed start this year it's time to put your boots on again.  We are proposing an old favourite route from Kilnsey, over Malham Moor and back via Bordley - approximately 9 miles.  Meet at the Buck at 10.00 or at The Tenants at Kilnsey ready to walk at 10.30. Self cater for coffee and lunch stops. If interested it would help to let Robin know -  robin.davidson3232@gmail.com

Buckden Monday Walkers  - Although no formal programme of walks is planned for the coming Summer, we hope to do the occasional ad hoc walk to which everyone is invited.    The first of these will be The Annual Feizor Bluebell Walk  on Monday 9^th May.  Meet outside the Buck Inn, 10 am for car sharing – bring (smallish) packed lunch in order to save space for cake at Elaine’s Tea Room afterwards.   The weather forecast is good  and this is a  very special  walk.  (Dogs on leads) If anyone feels they would like to plan a programme of Walks (approx. 5 miles), or Evening Strolls (approx. 2.5 miles) ending with a  pub meal, feel free to contact Sandra or David who would be pleased to offer help.

Afternoon Cream Teas, in aid of church funds, will be served in Kettlewell Village Hall on Saturday, 30^th April from 3-5pm. One the side will be a Cake Stall, Bottle Tombola, Bric a Brac and Toy Stall and ‘Name that Bear’ competition. Hope to see you there!

Hubberholme Church Easter Lilies Pictures of the lilies at St Michael and All angels this Easter. With thanks to all those who donated, dedicated and decorated. Click here to view

Kettlewell Film Night The next film show at Kettlewell Village Hall will be on a Friday and not the usual Saturday. The date is Friday 6th May 7.30pm and the film is "Mothering Sunday" starring Olivia Colman. Coiln Firth with Glenda Jackson. Tickets Adults £5 Under 19 £2.50 available from the village shop or on the door. Bring your own drinks and nibbles

Events at Amerdale Hall  Click here for details of spring events in Amerdale Hall in Arncliffe

Meanwhile planning is underway for the provision of a 4G mobile service for the area. Details are still somewhat vague but it is expected to provide Vodafone, O2 and Three mobile coverage both for the village and up Langstrothdale. This will be a huge improvement over the Vodafone ROSS 3G service which is showing its age.

Skittles Night  Buckden Village Institute Saturday 30^th April – 7.30 p.m.  Admission £5. Bring your own drinks and snacks To book your place please email skittles@buckden.org Tickets are selling briskly, so book early to avoid disappointment

Notice of Elections - click here for Notice of County Council elections; click here for notice of Parish Council elections. Note that the closing time / date for nominations is 4pm on Tuesday, 5th April 2022.

Spring Flower & Craft Morning  - Tuesday 5^th April – Buckden Institute. There are still a few places available  -  £10 to include materials and light refreshments.  Contact Sue Lusted  01756 760877 for more details.

Jack Wood - Birthday - A date for the diary!  Saturday 28^th May - Jack will be 100 on Saturday 28^th May – Everyone is invited to join the celebration in the garden at Redmire  Farm during the afternoon (Village Institute booked as a precaution!).  Further details re timing etc. later.  He would love to see you all.

Kettlewell Film Night The next film show at Kettlewell Village Hall is "herself" to be shown on Saturday 2nd April 7.30pm. Young mother Sandra escapes her abusive husband and fights back against a broken housing system. She sets out to build her own home and in the process rebuilds her life and rediscovers herself. Cert 15 Tickets £5 Under 19 £2.50 available from the village shop or on the door.

Buckden Singers ‘Out of the darkness and into the light’ As we emerge from the Covid Pandemic, Buckden Singers together with the Rev Tom Lusty are putting together a community event that is both celebratory and commemorative: ‘Out of the darkness and into the light.’ It will take place in Kettlewell Village Hall on 3rd April at 4.00pm and it will last approximately an hour. Light refreshments will be served. We anticipate that demand will be quite high so we would ask you to book your seats in advance by contacting tickets@buckden.org  or by telephone 01756 760882. There will be a small charge of £5 to cover costs. Some tickets may be available on the door.

Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival is back in business and will return this August 13th-21st. There will be amazing scarecrows, amazing cakes and amazing weather (!) Please note: there will be some changes to accommodate Covid rules, so please keep checking the festival Facebook page  to see the plans. @kettlewellscarecrowfestival  

Wharfedale Support Group For Manorlands Hospice are holding a lunch (soup and desert) with guests 3 well known stars of Emmerdale - Harriet. Rhona and Laurel - in Cracoe on Saturday 12th March Click here for details. Pre- booking essential - tickets available from Graham Walter 01756 760337

Agenda:

1. Apologies / Secretary to note names of all those in attendance

2. Feedback from survey – Tom Lusty

3. Committee’s deliberations and update on Officers

4. Update on review of Constitution

5. Request for more volunteers to join teams

6. Questions/AOB/Close

Everyone very welcome ~ non-walkers come to Dalegarth around 12:30. Click here for details

Christmas Produce Stall in aid of The Parish of Upper Wharfedale and Littondale will be held in The Lychgate of St. Mary’s Church, Kettlewell  from 10.30am until 12noon on Saturday, 4th December. (In Church if wet!)  Homemade Jams, Marmalade, Chutney, Mincemeat, Christmas Cakes ,Puddings and Biscuits, Mince pies, Fudge, Greetings Cards, Christmas Tablecloths, Napkins and Runners. Definitely worth a visit – you’d be very welcome.

Royal British Legion poppy appeal Message from David Lusted "I'm sorry that virtually nil notice was given regarding the impromptu  sale of poppies around the village.  In no way did it dent the generosity of those who made their donations. I'm delighted to say that Buckden raised £200. Another great community effort; 'Thank you'. David"

"On behalf of the PC I would like to say how grateful we are to everyone who helped to make the bonfire get together a success and to all those who turned up to enjoy it.  I was also delighted that the absence of fireworks did not deter children from coming.  I was sorry not to be there but, as many of you know, I'm recovering from surgery.  Hope to see everyone soon".

Lynn Thornborrow returns to Buckden (briefly)…Lynn is paying a flying visit to Buckden on Friday 12 November and would like to catch up with friends and neighbours of old for coffee at the Buck Inn. Please do drop in from 12 noon onwards – Lynn says it would be great to see you and hear how things are in the dale

Buckden Bonfire The bonfire is going ahead on Friday 5 November at 6.00 p.m. The Parish Council sees this as an opportunity for residents to get together for a social occasion in a relatively safe outdoor location.  It will be a Jacob's Join with liquid refreshment provided in the form of mulled wine and a selection of soft drinks.  Please feel free to start building the bonfire on the Green on the usual site - no rubber or mattresses please.

Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival The Scarecrow Festival AGM will be held at 7.30pm on Tuesday, November 16 at Kettlewell Village Hall. Social distancing rules will be in place. After two years of Covid disruption the festival is at a major crossroads, and the AGM will be making decisions about the future of the event. The organisers are keen that members of the community attend the meeting and share their views. Click here for details

Buckden Sunday Walkers - 24 October  Looks like the last walk of the season except for a possible Christmas Special.  John Milnes has volunteered (under duress) to be a guest walk leader for this event starting from Carperby.  Meet at the Buck at 10.00 or Carperby village green at 10.30.  Usual self catering applies. Please let Robin know if you intend to attend in case of late changes. robin.davidson3232@gmail.com

Buckden Thursday Walkers (weather permitting) 7th October 2021. A circular walk via Attermire Scar & Victoria cave. Meet outside The Buck Inn for departure by 10:00 am. Car sharing; About 4 miles (max.). Easy walking, with one short moderate section.  Bring a picnic and something to sit on! (Could be damp).  If wet, eat/shelter in Victoria’s Cave. Leave room for cake & hot chocolate at ‘The Folly’ later. Dogs welcome, but there may be sheep & cows. Please pass on this information to others who might be interested. For further information: Contact Sandra - 01756 760246 or David - 01756760877

Craft Workshop for Christmas  Led by Sarah Perry ex of Buckden. She will teach us the art of making Christmas goods (with items to take home). Light refreshments. Tuesday 16^th November at 10.30 in Buckden Village Hall.  £10 per person but note places  are limited. This is a fundraising event for the Parish by Hubberholme Church. Ring Josie Cowpe  01756 761154 to book. Click here for poster

Agatha Christie & Art Deco History Wardrobe and cream tea! Seductive, sensational and chic, this stunning fashion presentation celebrates the life and times of the Queen of Crime with the added twist of a mystery to solve. Characters from Christie's era are brought to life through dramatic readings and dazzling Deco fashions from the 20s & 30s - dainty day dresses, beaded 'flapper' frocks and sweeping evening gowns. Discover just why Mrs Christie's life was as interesting as any novel, from her work in the world of archaeology to the drama of her eleven-day disappearance. Lucy Adlington’s History wardrobe has earned countless plaudits over the years as evidenced by the enthusiasm UWALS’s booking of them elicited.  Join us for an entertaining afternoon and cream tea, visiting a time before COVID! Thursday 4th November 2021 Kettlewell Village Hall 2pm. Tickets £12/£15 UWALS members/non-members, includes cream tea. Please email uwalsociety@gmail.com or telephone 01756 770051/770350 to reserve your ticket.

Hubberholme Church Fund Raiser To all book readers. Buckden School Room Porch now has books on a bookshelf. These books are available for people  to take  in exchange for a donation to Church funds.  Money can be put in the honesty box  which will be emptied regularly.

UWB Job Vacancy - Part-time Paid driver Upper Wharfedale Bus are seeking to recruit a part-time paid driver to drive the Venturer from the start of November. One and half days (~13.5 hours) per week. To download the job advert and details on how to apply, please click here.

Buckden Parish Council - September The September meeting of Buckden Parish Council will be held on Monday 13th September 2021 at 7pm at Buckden Village Institute . Click here to download the agenda

Hubberholme Church – Churchyard tidy up  Two mornings are planned to do some work to tidy up the two churchyards. The main job is the annual cutting of the rough grass areas to the side and back of the church but we will also get a few other things tidied up. The main tools needed will be strimmers and rakes for the grass and loppers for cutting trees etc back. We should also have the Kettlewell strimmer / mower to help get the grass down. The proposed dates are: Wednesday 6^th October and Saturday 9^th October from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm, as mid-week is better for some people but Saturday will be better for others. You are of course welcome to come to both! If you are planning to go please tell Keith Jeddere-Fisher, so that the work can be planned appropriately.

Buckden Singers meet again - Buckden Singers met to rehearse together again last night - the first time for 18 months. The choir is rehearsing at church for the time being, to allow for social distancing. Great to see everyone again....and to welcome some new members.

Buckden Walkers Thursday Walk  2nd September 2021 - A circular walk via Attermire Scar & Victoria cave, above Settle Easy walking, with one short moderate section. Click here for details

Buckden Singers Latest Recordings The final pieces from our lockdown recordings are now available on YouTube. The links are below. The choral suite ‘A Lasting Peace’ is produced as one continuous piece linked together by commentary. Athenry speaks for itself! The recordings were mixed by Richard  Reeday and the video produced by Anne Vetch. Anne writes: "Maintaining a choir of some sort during lockdown and producing the stuff we have done has actually been a great achievement and I am very proud of and grateful to everyone who has contributed in any way. It will however be good to sing together as an ‘in person’ choir again and welcome back all our members."

Click here for: A Lasting Peace

Click here for: Fields of Athenry

The committee is keen to encourage use of the hall however, and for the remainder of 2021, the hall will be available free of charge, for use by local individuals and groups . Anyone interested in booking the hall should email hall@buckden.org. Event organisers will be supplied with a  copy of the updated Risk Assessment and Covid 19 Special Conditions of Hire.

Watch this space for details of upcoming activities and events.

Live Music at the George Message from Ed "Just a heads up that on Saturday 28th August we are having an acoustic set of favourite covers from the last six decades performed by the duo True North. The music will start at 15.00 and finish at 17.30 and will be performed ' under canvas in our beer patio. To help cover the cost we have 8 tables of six available to reserve for the afternoon at £30 per table - which includes the first pint of beer , lager, cider, small wine or soft drink for each guest included in the price . If reserving a table please advise how many guests will accompany you ( min two and max six guests). Dependant upon uptake we will also take reservations for single guests who are happy to share a table with up to five others at £5 per head. We will be continuing to operate table service only to maximise enjoyment whilst staying safe. For making a reservation or for any questions just give Ed , Jackie or Sarah a call on 760223 Cheers Ed"

Buckden Sunday Walkers 15 August.  This Sunday's walk is being led by Martin, starting from the Cross in Askrigg.  Meet at The Buck at 10.00 to share lifts or at Askrigg at 10.30.  Usual self catering required.  Weather so far looks good.  Walk details from Martin:   Walk to Bainbridge past the railway station and the Fors Abbey site, then follow the River Bain to Semerwater and then cross to Cubeck below Addlebrough. Down to Worton and back to Askrigg across the meadows. I estimate it to be about 8 miles, difficult to work out the ups and downs but no more than  150.meters.

Clement Roebuck Charity - The Trustees Of Clement Roebuck Charity will shortly be having a bungalow for rental on Conistone Road, Kettlewell. Initially this property will be available only to Retired Persons living in the Parishes of Kettlewell with Starbotton, Buckden and Conistone with Kilnsey. Only persons not owning their own property will be considered. Anyone interested in applying should contact the Trustees of the above Charity by Letter only explaining their circumstances to the address below before the 28^th August 2021.The Trustees of the Clement Roebuck Charity, c/o Hideaway Cottage, Middle Lane, Kettlewell, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 5QX

I would be happy to talk, on an informal basis, to anyone interested in joining us.  Send me an email p_a_breen@btinternet.com or give me a ring on 01756 760817. Peter Breen Chairman, Buckden Parish Council

Recycle It - New Items listed on the Recycle It page this week. Click here for details

Manorlands Garden Party Wednesday 18th August 2-4pm in a large garden on the outskirts of Grassington. (Click here for Poster) This eagerly anticipated event in support of Manorlands Hospice was sadly missed last year so we anticipate a big demand for tickets. Order your tickets £7.50   from Graham Walter Tel 760337 email graham.walter@hotmail.co.uk

Grassington Players need sunflowers!! Grassington Players have the World Amateur Premiere of “Calendar Girls. The Musical” to be performed in Grassington Devonshire Institute  from 25th. September to 2nd October 2021. For this they need a plethora of Sunflowers, so we want to include the whole community, from the very young to the very old!

They are asking people  to make sunflowers in any media, any size, in order to fill the Town hall with sunflowers! If you are growing sunflowers, and they are surviving until the show, can they have those too please? Your contact for Grassington Players is Mary Wilkinson, Tel: 01756 752740 / 07979149019 marywilkinson066@btinternet.com Please let them know what you are doing, and your progress. Can you bring the ones you have made to Grassington Hub and tell us how many real ones By Friday 10th. September - Thank you

The days for the walks for the rest of the season are: August 5th, September 2nd, and October 7th

Meet at The Buck Inn at 10am or on the village green in Carperby by the old Cross at 10.30am. Bring refreshments for coffee and lunch stops. It would be useful if you let Robin know if you intend to come. (robin.davidson3232@gmail.com)

Upper Wharfedale Primary Federation Governing Body - Would you like to help shape the future of our local schools There are 12 members on the Federation Governing Board all of whom are appointed by different constituencies. It is a fascinating and rewarding role and a chance to make a contribution to the strategic direction of our four schools.   From time to time there are vacancies for Parent and Co-opted Governor roles which are open to Parents of children on roll at any of our four schools and to members of the wider community. It would be really helpful to have an indication from anyone who may be interested now or in the future so we can keep your interest on file for when these vacancies arise.  Parent Governor roles are by election amongst parents: co-opted Governors are appointed by the Governing Body. If you are interested and would like further information please contact Anne Vetch, Chair of Governors at cofg@uwpf.n-yorks.sch.uk It would be great to hear from you.

B6160 Road Closure between Kettlewell & Starbotton – Monday 28^th June to Wednesday 30^th June inclusive. We have received notification that the B6160 between Kettlewell and Starbotton is to be closed from 19.00 to 5.00 the following morning, on each of Monday 28^th, Tuesday 29^th and Wednesday the 30^th June. The approved diversion is 65 miles long through Grassington, Pateley Bridge, Middlesmoor, Masham, Middleham and Bishopdale. (It would of course be possible to ignore the diversion and go via Coverdale but even this is some 28 miles). After extensive discussions with NYCC the following email has been received from the Highways department at the council.  

“Good Afternoon Peter. I have spoken with a representative from MakeHappen Group who are undertaking the works on behalf of BT. I explained your concerns to them and they have confirmed that should access be required during the closure periods, drivers should make themselves known to the contractors on site who will then move their works vehicles to allow access as and when needed. I hope this now offers an agreeable solution to the issues you have raised regarding vehicular access. Regards Amy Lyle, Network Co-ordinator, Network Information & Compliance, NYCC”.  

So, if you need to travel on this section of road during the closure periods, you should be able to do so if you ask the contractors to let you through. It would be worth ensuring that any visitors you have staying are aware of this, as they may well not pick it up from local websites or social media

In order to comply with Covid 19 security regulations and guidance, the number of people attending the meetings must be limited. Any member of the public wishing to attend the meetings should contact the Parish Clerk - Laura Jowett - to reserve a place. Laura can be contacted by emailing buckdenclerk@gmail.com

More seats on the Venturer In response to greater numbers of passengers wanting to travel, we have increased the number of seats on the Venturer to 11. This complies with latest government advice for local bus services. Please only use the additional seats if either a) the person in the adjacent seat is from your household or support bubble, or b) there are no other individual seats available

UWRSG - Biasan As many of you are aware Upper Wharfedale Refugee Support Group works very closely with BIASAN, the Bradford refugee group (as we do not have refugees in this area). Over the past year, in spite of Coronavirus the contribution of Upper Wharfedale folk has been significant – primarily the provision of food, toiletries, household goods, language tuition and funding for phones. We have also managed a couple of refugee days out for families. It was announced this week that BIASAN has been awarded the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award a voluntary of community organisation can receive. It is very well deserved and BIASAN has worked throughout the pandemic to ease the plight of refugees and asylum seekers in spite of having to close its building and work ‘at a distance’. You may be interested in this week’s Craven Herald which highlights Upper Wharfedale’s contribution to the work of BIASAN. Click here to read. BIASAN greatly values the support we give and it is good to know that they believe the community’s contribution is part of their success. If anyone is not on the Upper Wharfedale Refugee Support Group mailing list and would like to be please get in touch with Stella - refugees@upperwharfedale.net

The PC meeting for May will also be held on 17th May at 19.30 p.m. Click here to download the agenda for this meeting.

In order to comply with Covid 19 security regulations and guidance, the number of people attending the meetings must be limited. Any member of the public wishing to attend the meetings should contact the Parish Clerk - Laura Jowett - to reserve a place. Laura can be contacted by emailing buckdenclerk@gmail.com

Shirley Leach RIP "Barbara, Pete and family would like to thank everyone for their kind messages, memories and cards which we have received following mum's passing on the 28th April. They have helped enormously in our grief.

Mum's funeral is on Friday 7th May at Lancaster and Morecombe Crematorium but unfortunately due to Covid restrictions we are limited to numbers.

Thank you everyone for your support.

Barbara and Pete xx"

Christian Aid Week 2021 — Celebrating 75 years Christian Aid has been working for 75 years campaigning and fundraising, standing together in solidarity with our most marginalised global neighbours. Changing the world through gifts and action. Reuniting refugees with their families after World War 2, campaigning for the end of apartheid, for Trade Justice and now for Climate Justice.  Climate Justice for people living in poverty on the front line of the climate chaos, losing food, water, homes and family. Every day they have to walk further, dig deeper, build stronger to survive the climate changes they did not create. Christian Aid thanks you for your support over the years and hopes you will choose to celebrate with them this Christian Aid week 10 - 16 May 2021. During these unprecedented times, house-to-house collections will not be happening again this year; go to  www.upperwharfedalechurches.org to access the Just Giving page, or for bank details should you prefer to donate by bank transfer.

Feeling in need of some exercise? Take the Christian Aid 300,000 steps in May challenge to get fit and raise vital funds. Find out more and sign up at caweek.org/steps. If you want to sponsor others to walk, then sponsor the 10 Hour Labyrinth Walk Team event (Saturday 15 May 7am-5pm, Kettlewell Churchyard) by giving your gift www.upperwharfedalechurches.org

Christian Aid Week is a joyful celebration of determination to change the world!

Buckden Walkers Thursday Walk on 6th May 2021 Oxenber and Wharfedale Woods at Feizor approx 2 1/2 miles. Another trip to these beautiful woods, full of Bluebells, Primroses, Orchids and Wood anemones. Slightly different arrangements than usual - meet at The Buck Inn at 10.00 am to drive in convoy ( no car sharing on this occasion, unless in a bubble ) over to Elaine’s Tearoom at Feizor LA2 8DF or meet there at 11am. This is slightly earlier as parking will be a premium with us having more cars. Bring a picnic lunch etc but leave room for Elaine’s excellent cakes on our return. Tables to be booked for 2pm. We will be eating outside so make sure you have warm clothing. There will be an option to visit the Hoffmann Lime Kiln at Stainforth on the way home adding about 1 1/2 hours to the day. A worthwhile stop with plenty of parking to see this amazing hidden industrial gem. Dogs welcome. Please let me know if you want to come so that I can book the tables as requested by Elaine. Contact Sandra 760246 or 07976855072

Buck Inn to reopen -  The Buck Inn will reopen at 12pm on Friday 14th May 2021.​ In accordance with Government guidance until the 17th May there will be outdoor table service only. Bookings are advisable. Opening hours for 14th-16th May will be dependent on the elements. From 17th May the inside will be open again, but please make a reservation where possible To read the full text of Jo & Jeremy's message, click here

Hubberholme Church Friends and Supporters - Quiz Please take part in our Annual Quiz Sheet for Fund raising to support our church as part of our Upper Wharfedale and Littondale Parish. This year our quiz is Named -  The Show, The Place, The Flower & Find the Phrase. Compiled by Josie Cowpe. It costs £1.00 per entry. Quiz Example:  Skopelos mother -- Mamma Mia;  A deer in its home ----  Buckden;  Yorkshire and Lancashire have wars ----Roses; 1666 G.F. of L.----- Great Fire of London. Prize Money - £20. They are available from: Josie  01756 761154,   Sandie   01756 802090,  Deirdre   01756 760296,  The George Inn, Hubberholme, The Buck Inn, Buckden, local businesses and church members. Thank you to all who have supported us in previous years and we hope you enjoy this year's quiz.

Buckden Parish - Annual Electors Meeting The Annual Parish Meeting of electors will take place on Monday 12th April 2021. Whilst convened by Buckden Parish Council, this is a meeting of local electors and is an opportunity for parishioners to have their input into matters that affect the Parish. Monday 12th April 2021, 7.00pm – 7.30pm to be held on Zoom Click here for details

We have also been advised that there will still be an election that day however, for the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner

Holy Week Online Services  There will  be a series of online services for Holy Week, with a different one for each day except Saturday. Just go to the Home Page of the church website to find them. These will be short, reflective pieces with words, music and visuals on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. They will be uploaded the evening before each day and available on the Church website as normal. Click here to go to the church website. If anyone wants to go back and look over them during the week they will be able to be accessed via our YouTube channel by searching ‘Upper Wharfedale and Littondale Parish’ in the search function on YouTube. On Good Friday there will be a longer service including readings, music and meditative films of all of our Churches. Then there will be a full Morning Prayer Service on Easter Day.

Easter Stall - Kettlewell Don’t forget the Easter Stall in the Lychgate of St. Mary’s Church, Kettlewell on Saturday, 3rd April, from 10.30am in aid of church funds.  Knitted toys; decorated Easter cakes of all sizes; Simnel cakes, chocolate crispie nests; Easter biscuits; fruit crumbles; Easter fudge; Seville orange marmalade; greetings cards; a painting by a well-known local artist; a raffle of an Easter hamper containing most of the above plus second prize of a large Easter egg.

Manorlands Hospice Sunflower Challenge! After a difficult year of fundraising event cancellations, for 2021 the Wharfedale Support Group for Manorlands Hospice are hosting 'The Sunflower Challenge’. There are 2 parts to the challenge - The Tallest Sunflower and The Best Sunflower Photo (you can do one or both of the challenges) all at a distance! Details here Something to do in these stay at home times with prizes for both children and adults - "Get Sowing"! Click here to download poster

Kettlewell Village Store: 9.00 - Midday - 7 days a week. - Orders can be placed by calling 01756 760221 or online at www.kvsonline.co.uk

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