The MUGA/Tennis Court surface by the Orpen Hall is reaching the end of its life and we need to develop a vision for its future. The Parish Council would like to set up a Working Group of potential users to investigate the use of the MUGA and the provision of an appropriate surface which needs to be renewed.
Following the latest government advice, the MUGA is now open for playing tennis only. To protect the health of our staff, the parish council is not currently charging to hire the tennis court, however, you must book the court in advance of playing to ensure social distancing is adhered to.
To book the court for an hour, call Victoria Beckwith-Cole on 07434 949631.
Guidance for use
in order to use this tennis court, you must:
Keep a 2m ‘social distance’ at all times.
Wash your hands at home before and after play. Bring antibacterial gel with you as there are no toilet facilities open.
Play within households if you can.
Singles play only unless you are playing doubles with members of your own household.
If you are playing against someone from a different household (Singles Only) you MUST have your own personal tennis balls CLEARLY MARKED that only you pick up.
When you arrive, wait for play to finish before entering the MUGA. Do NOT congregate by the entrance gate.
Please do not touch the nets, net-posts or fencing.
Do not touch other people’s tennis balls with your hands.
No spectating is allowed.
You must not use the MUGA for tennis without first pre-booking a court with Victoria on 07434 949631.
If these conditions are not met or any damage occurs, then the MUGA will be closed. Any issues please call 07434 949631.
Playgrounds
For the avoidance of doubt, playgrounds/play parks remain closed at this time.
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CBC – Share Your Rainbows
Colchester Borough Council is encouraging residents to share photos of their home-made rainbow creations that demonstrate the borough’s support and gratitude to key workers throughout COVID-19.
Residents are being asked to share photos of their colourful and creative rainbow creations – whether it’s a hand-drawn rainbow, a chalk drawing on their driveway, or even a floral display in their front garden. The competition is open from 15 May until 7 June and will be judged by Cllr Mark Cory, Leader of Colchester Borough Council.
The winning photo will be awarded a family pass to visit Colchester Castle, a family swim pass at Leisure World Colchester and will feature on the council’s Facebook page as a cover photo.
The winner will be announced the week following the competition’s deadline of 5 June 2020.
ECC – International Day of Families
We’re using this year’s International Day of Families to remind you of the support available across Essex if you need help managing the extra pressure that the COVID-19 pandemic has put on family life.
We understand that while trying to make sense of this new world, you also need to support your child with their understanding. This will be unfamiliar territory and it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed by this and trying to navigate the current circumstances we’re all living in.
Making It Easier to Find
With so much information out there, we know it can be hard to find what’s right for you, so we’ve collated key organisations and resources that can help support you and your family at this time.
We are continuing to share these with you through our Every Family Matters campaign, so that you know where you can get the help you need on subjects including children’s mental health and wellbeing, social distancing and young people, and how you can keep your child safe online.
Monty Python kicks us off on day 51. I’m afraid this video reminded me a little of some of the daily briefings we are getting.
Today sees the first day of softening in England, how was it for you? We start with a few government updates – quite a lot came out today; those included here are most relevant to members of the public.
More Government Guidance.
Further clarifications on access to green spaces, public transport & schools.
The Premises & Recreation Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 3rd June when they elected committee officers and discussed repairs to a crack in the MUGA, hall updates, roofing, VE Day and other regular matters.
The Premises & Recreation Sub-Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 4th March when, among other items, they discussed the MUGA, roofing, handymen, stage flooring, accounts, Action Plan, Village Fete & Village Buletin. Continue reading “Premises & Recreation – 4th March 2019”
The Premises & Recreation Sub-Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 4th February when, among other items, they discussed MUGA, roofing & stage flooring, user group, action plan, hire costs, village fete & bookings. Continue reading “Premises & Recreation – 4th February 2019”
The Premises & Recreation Sub-Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 3rd September when, among other items, they discussed storage, MUGA, roofing, new CCTV, rubbish bins, village fete, online hall bookings, Village Bulletin, hire rates & the Lorkin Daniell field.
The Premises & Recreation Sub-Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 2nd July when, among other items, they discussed storage, Orpen Players, staging, MUGA, roofing, imminent installation of CCTV, rubbish bins, village fete, online hall bookings, communications & the Lorkin Daniell field.
The Premises & Recreation Sub-Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 7th November when, among other items, they discussed sub-committee terms of reference, Orpen Hall toilets, Football Clubs and Annual Budget.
Premises & Recreation Minutes
Sub-committee Meeting held on 7th November 2016 in JL Hall
The Premises & Recreation Sub-Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 6th June when, among other items, they discussed health & safety, licences, Social Club, MUGA, Orpen Hall toilets, storage and BHYFC.
Premises & Recreation Minutes
Sub-committee meeting held on Monday 6th June 2016 in the John Lampon Hall
Councillors present
Brian Butcher (Chair), Murray Harlow (Vice chair), Jenny Church, Bob Tyrrell.
Apologies
Harry Stone (BB accepted)
Also in attendance Victoria Beckwith-Cole (Hall Administrator)
Before Agenda items commenced the Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman were agreed as follows:-
Chairman – Brian Butcher – Proposed Murray Harlow – Seconded by Jenny Church
Vice – Chairman – Murray Harlow – Proposed Brian Butcher – Seconded by Bob Tyrrell
Terms of Reference – this has not been resolved and as Chairman BB will resolve the outstanding issues primarily between the Environment and Premises. BB will speak with JGR and for this to be updated for the next meeting.
2.
Matters from Last Meeting
2.1
Health and Safety Questionnaire
VBC is waiting to hear back from two companies that offer hands on training with fire extinguishers. This is at a price but JC suggested that VBC contact the fire station to see if they will come out and do the training.
VBC
3.
Clerks & Administrator’s Report
3.1
Bar Licence
BB was advised from the Orpen Players that they had no concerns about cover for their recent production but this would need to be addressed in the Autumn.
BB
3.2
Table and Chairs
VBC expressed concern following updating the asset register that the Hall was down by five long tables. VBC has contacted those organisations who have borrowed and any further borrowing will be need to be signed for and all tables will be numbered and put on said form. Notification of the loss of these tables to be placed on the West Bergholt website in the hope of their return under amnesty. BB advised of new seating layout – twelve rows of ten chairs (120 compared to 108 before). The chairs would need to be clipped in 5’s. BB will give this to LW to submit to CBC to be approved and Licence amended as necessary. Eight of the Orpen Hall chairs have buckled with people standing on them and also the weight as they only withstand up to 18 stone. These will not be replaced.
BB/LW/VBC
3.3
Draft T&C for one-off Hirers
VBC to add weight limit –see 3.2
VBC
3.4
Bollards
VBC to get in touch with JGR to obtain set of keys for office.
VBC/
JGR
3.5
Scouts – Asbestos Survey
LW will update for next meeting.
LW
3.6
Social Club- cigarette ends
The PC has agreed for new bark chippings and plants but before this can be done – litter picking especially around the Social Club needs to be done first. JC confirmed that on 11th June the Village “Litter Warrior” will be happening and that the Volunteers are content whilst clearing the cigarette ends at the same time to clear the weeds. To emphasise this more LW to write to Social Club that it is the responsibility of their customers to put the cigarette ends in the correct place and disappointed that this continues to be a problem. LW to consider providing a bucket and sand in the interim until the Social Club can provide a suitable replacement.
LW
4.
Bergholt Heath Youth Football Club
No objection for 5 – 6 years olds to play football on Saturday mornings 9.30 -10.30 on the Lorkin Daniels Field. At the current time Mick and Terry from the WBFC are away and awaiting their return for the Agreement to be signed. The T&C that were raised for the BHYFC re the use of the disabled toilet to be amended to include Saturday mornings – VBC will update and reissue. VBC mentioned the annual invoice for using the Poors Field – it was agreed to increase it from £250 to £275. It was agreed for the hire of the Lorkin Daniels field by BHYFC on a Saturday not to be invoiced until the end of the year.
VBC
5.
Refurbishment of Orpen Hall Toilets
Tenders to be opened at the Finance meeting and then discussed at the Parish Council meeting.
6.
Storage Units
The ongoing issue about the future of storage has now moved to the Environment Committee to resolve the best way forward. Roger (Orpen Players) and Harry (BYG) will meet mid-July to get the garage organised and make the best of the space. Once the Flower Club cupboard has been removed demarcation of the areas will be marked on the floor and MH will report back at the next meeting on cost of shelving part of the garage. BB said that when the toilet refurbishment is underway BB will ask the contractors to block up the wall between the two garages as the Flower Club cupboard would leave an opening. BB will inform the Finance Committee of this future expenditure.
MH/BB
7.
MUGA
BB will attend the September meeting and report back.
BB
8.
AOB
a) It was noted that the football goal area requires attention and for the Environment Committee to take this up.
EC
b) It appears that more owners are taking their dogs onto the Lorkin Daniels Field – a discussion ensued about signage that additional signs are required and what is the best way forward – this is to be brought to the Parish Council meeting to discuss further so that ALL signs will be regimental.
PC
c) Children seem to be kicking footballs against the JL Hall – as the above – more signage is required and once a design has been ascertained for signage to be erected, BT to consider signage.
BT
d) Bluebells requested if some hardstanding could be placed where they keep their outside metal fencing – this has been given to the Environment Committee to consider and report back to Bluebells.
EC
e) It was brought to VBC’s attention that a few jobs require attention in the Hall- (a) rubber around a window in the JL Hall requires fixing – VBC to get Handyman to fix (b) the lights in the JL Hall require diffusers – VBC to contact electrician to quote on moving existing and replacing the lights.
Do you have a vision for the future of the MUGA?
