About Burton Salmon
News Archive
In Depth Features:-
Proposed Asphalt Plant - Ferrybridge
It's official - the campaign to stop the asphalt plant
being built in Ferrybridge has succeeded and the appeal has been withdrawn
Defibrillator Scheme
Find out more about this life saving scheme which was launched
on 1st May 2004
News Items by Month:-
May 2007
Monk Fryston Football Club
It has been a great season. Congratulations to all involved and a huge thank you
to
the coaches and helpers who make it all possible. Some of the age groups
will probably need new members to bring the squads up to full strength for
next season. If you are interested in joining, contact us and we will try to put you in touch with the appropriate coach.
May 2007
Kippax Carnival - 13th May
See our events page
November 2006
Elmet Lions - Christmas Craft Fair
This event is to be held at the Eversley Centre, Sherburn-in-Elmet on from 11am to 1pm Sunday 5th November 2006. Admission is FREE. There will be around 30 stalls.
June 2006
Elmet Lions - Family Fun Day!
Once again, Elmet Lions Club are holding their popular "Family Fun
Day" and best of all IT'S FREE!
The event is on 8th July 2006 from 11am to 4pm at The Eversley Park, Sherburn in Elmet
There will be fun for all the family (with the emphasis
on Family!) Clown, Face Painting, Races, Cheer Leaders, Car Show, Dog
Show (indoor games if the weather is wet) - to name just a few of the
events.
Elmet Lions have given generous support to our village
school in the past and they hold this event each year as a thank you to the
residents of Sherburn and surrounding villages, for supporting them throughout
the year.
So come along if you can!!!
June 2006
All Change at Burton Salmon School
It is a time of great change for the school as Sarah Lees (Head Teacher)
will be leaving at the end of this term. Sarah Crellin (Key Stage 2 teacher)
has been appointed Deputy Head at Boroughbridge and will also be leaving at
the end of this term. Best wishes for the future to both.
June 2006
Environmental Issues
Keep up-to-date with local developments including the recent planning
applications for Ferrybridge by visiting www.purer-aire.freeserve.co.uk
March 2006
Local Links
We have updated our Links section to include the new website for Ferrybridge
Community Centre www.ferrybridgecommunitycentre.co.uk
If
you have any other useful local links, please let us know
December 2005
Working for a Cleaner Environment
A meeting was held on 6th December 2005 in Fairburn Church Hall bringing
together residents from local villages, members of AIRE & medical
professionals to hear Dr Van Steenis talk about environmental issues.
Evidence from Dr Van Steenis was a vital part of the success in blocking
plans to build the asphalt plant at Ferrybridge. You can visit the AIRE
website at www.purer-aire.freeserve.co.uk
October 2005
Burton Salmon School Website
The village school has launched its new website at www.burtonsalmon.n-yorks.sch.uk
October 2005
Help Tracing Furniss Family History
Nick Furniss from Bracknell, Berkshire has has contacted us asking for help in researching his family history.
He knows that several Furniss family members were born in Burton Salmon
around 1835. They were the children of Thomas Furniss and Phebe nee
Nicholson born Peckfield 1798. He knows that his great-grandfather served in
the Guards but so far has no details of his service career.
He is trying to find firm connections to our village.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
E-mail Nick Furniss: zen56694@zen.co.uk
October 2005
Ronald Addyman: Military History Articles
Ronald Addyman continues to receive responses to his books and articles and he now has
his own dedicated website. We wish him continued success!
Please visit www.ronaldaddyman.wanadoo.co.uk
October 2005
Green Bins
According to Selby DC, we will be getting green bins for recycling garden
waste eventually. However, it may well now NOT be before April 2006. The
scheme is operating successfully in Hillam & Monk Fryston.
October 2005
Mobile Phone Mast
We understand that the mobile
phone mast would be sited in the railway yard at the rear of the houses on
Hillam Lane (opposite the War Memorial).
July 2005
Mobile Phone Mast
A special meeting was held recently to discuss the possibility of a mobile
phone mast being sited close to the village.
April 2005
Garden Refuse
We understand that residents should be receiving a second "green"
wheelie bin for garden waste in the near future. A similar scheme has
operated in the Wakefield MDC area for some time and pilot schemes in North
Yorkshire have apparently been successful. We don't have a date for delivery
of the new bins.
April 2005
Historical Anniversaries
The 60th anniversary of VE Day is just around the corner (8th May) and we
have also heard there may be an event to commemorate the 200th anniversary
of the Battle of Trafalgar (21st October). This may feature the lighting of
a beacon as part of a countrywide chain of beacons. Please let us know if
you are planning anything for these or any other events.
March 2005
With Sadness
It is with great sadness that we learned of the death of Alan Webster who
had lived in Burton Salmon for most of his life. Alan often gave his time
and effort to help people and he was a willing volunteer with many projects
that benefited the village. Among his many achievements during his lifetime was
a very successful period as captain of
the village Cricket Team.
March 2005
Cricket Club
Good luck to the club for the 2005 season. Please see Village
Events for details of matches and how you can get involved in the club.
December 2004
Village Christmas Event
If you have been before we hope to see you
again this year. If you haven't been before, please come along and support
the event.
November 2004
Coming Events
We have received information about the following events:-
Also preparations are under way for the Village Christmas tree &
lights. We usually have a large tree in Main Street and a switching on event
with hot drinks and mince pies. If you have been before we hope to see you
again this year. If you haven't been before, please come along and support
the event.
Volunteers are also needed to help with distribution of the Parish magazine. Please contact us if you can help or if you know anybody who can.
October 2004
Various Articles by Ronald Addyman
We are delighted that interest continues to be generated both in this
country and abroad by the articles
by Ronald Addyman which are featured on this website. The latest enquiry
came from Morten Harangen, a Norwegian journalist who is researching a book
about British anglers who went to Norway in the 1800's and early 1900's to
fish salmon. Mr Harangen apparently found the reference to Colonel Gascoigne in
Ronald Addyman's article "The Boer War 1899 -
1902: Colonel Gascoigne and the Leeds Volunteers". Colonel
Gascoigne was one of the anglers being researched! Read
more.
September 2004
Children in Need Events
It's that time of year again! The annual Charity Football Match was held at
the end of August. Congratulations to the organisers and thanks to everyone
who supported the event which raised around £500. Details about forthcoming
events from the village pub.
August 2004
Proposed Quarry Development
A planning application has been made to develop the quarry (in the vicinity
of Poole). See village notice board for details including address for
objection letters.
August 2004
Proposed Asphalt Plant at Ferrybridge - Appeal
As expected, an appeal has been made against the decision by WMDC to refuse
the planning application and an Inquiry is being arranged.
July 2004
Ronald Addyman - National Service in Libya
Congratulations to Ronald Addyman whose book entitled National Service in
Libya with the 4th/7th Royal Dragoon Guards is now available. We have been
delighted to feature several of his articles on the website and he has had
several responses from other national servicemen and even from a resident of
Fontaine-lez-Croisilles in France who recognised himself as a child in one
of the photos of the British War Memorial! We wish him continued success
with his ongoing projects! Click here for details
of the articles available so far.
June 2004
D-Day 60th Anniversary
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Quiz and Beetle Drive held on 6th June 2004 at the Methodist
Church, Main Street, Burton Salmon. £22 raised for the Normandy Veterans
Association. Thank you to everyone who supported the event and to those who
made donations. |
May 2004
Parish Council Annual Meeting
Planned for Monday 17th May 2004. Postponed to Monday 7th June 2004 (no
quorum).
May 2004
Defibrillator Scheme
The scheme launched from Saturday 1st May 2004. There was an event to mark
the launch at 2.30pm Friday 30th April 2004 at Monk Fryston Community Centre
- everyone welcome. Find out more.
April 2004
Family Tree Research - Gilson family
We have had a message from a person in Australia who is researching their ancestors
who were born at Sherburn In Elmet and have links to Burton Salmon. The family name is GILSON.
Parents: Thomas Gilson m. Sarah Warroner (year not known)
Children
1. Sushanna Mary b. ( ?) d. 1778
2. Sarah b. 1st May 1779
3. Richard b. 29th June, 1780
4. Ann b. 13th July, 1781
5. Matilda b. 1782 d.1883
6. Thomas b. 8th Nov. 1783
7. John b. 24th Feb. 1785
8. George b.26th July. 1788 d. 1798
9. Isabella b (?) d. 1786.
All born in Sherburn in Elmet
They would also like to contact any local family history societies.
Please contact us if you can help and we will be glad to pass on details.
April 2004
Spring Clean
Saturday 3rd April 2004 from 9am onwards - village spring clean up organised
by the Parish Council.
March 2004
Parish Council Meeting
Monday 29th March 2004 at 7.30pm at the Church Hall, Main Street.
February 2004
Proposed Asphalt Plant - Ferrybridge
At the meeting of Wakefield District Council Planning Committee on 20th February 2004,
campaigners opposed to the proposed development were pleased to hear members of the
planning committee express serious doubts about the application. Councillors
voted against the proposal, but agreed to defer the final decision
to the next available meeting to allow an opportunity to examine the reasons
for refusal in more depth. Find
out more.
January 2004
Broadband Internet Access
A village resident has kindly made us aware of another option in the move towards Broadband internet
access. Broadband offers high speed access without leaving your phone line
engaged. Many local villages are campaigning to persuade enough residents to
register their interest with Broadband providers. For information about one
company offering "wireless broadband", you can check out www.ehotspots.co.uk.
For more general information on the progress being made across the district,
visit Selby District Council's Broadband
page.
January 2004
Proposed Asphalt Plant at Ferrybridge
The proposal is to build a large asphalt plant on a site which is less than 2 miles from the centre
of our village. Campaigners who oppose the plan believe this is a vital health issue for ALL of
us and are actively seeking the support of residents. Volunteers are organising a number
of fund-raising events to help towards the costs of the campaign. Find out more.
January 2004
Parish Council Meeting
A Parish Council meeting was held on Monday 19th January 2004 in the
Methodist Chapel at 7.30pm.
December 2003
"Heart Sparks" - Monk Fryston, Hillam &
Burton Salmon Defibrillator Group
Training of volunteer operators has begun and it is hoped that this
life-saving scheme may go live in Spring 2004. More volunteers are needed.
Find out more.
December 2003
Village Christmas Lights
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On 15th December 2003 around 100 people gathered to see the village Christmas lights switched on. Free mince pies and drinks were served in the Methodist Church, Main Street. Over 40 children met Santa and received a free gift. The Christmas tree was one of the best we've had in recent years and the lights looked great. |
Thank you to everybody who came along. Thank you to all the volunteers who gave their time and effort to make the event possible. Thank you to Burton Salmon Parish Council for their financial support. Thanks to Burton Salmon Methodist Church for their hospitality and support. Thank you also to The Plough Inn and customers who donated additional money to purchase extra lights. Volunteers are hoping to raise more money during the year to make the 2004 display even better. If you want to be involved in any way with future displays or have any suggestions about how the event could be improved, please contact us.
December 2003
Asphalt Plant - Ferrybridge
The application to build a temporary and a permanent asphalt plant on the
Brotherton side of Ferrybridge power station is due to be considered on 9th
January 2004. Campaigners are urging local residents to object to the proposed development
which they fear could have serious implications for local communities
including Burton Salmon. Find out more about this proposal by visiting our Ferrybridge
Asphalt Plant page.
December 2003
Parish Council Meeting - 7.30pm Thursday 4th December 2003
A meeting was held at the Methodist Church, Burton Salmon. Items discussed
included the A1(M) development, the proposed asphalt plant at Ferrybridge
and arrangements for the village Christmas lights. See village notice board
for minutes in due course.
December 2003
Children in Need
Congratulations to everybody who took part in and supported the Children in
Need events held in the village. We understand that the various events
organised by The Plough have raised a huge total!
November 2003
Military History Articles by Ronald Addyman
We are delighted to have been able to add a further article by Ronald
Addyman. The latest article is called The Boer War 1899
- 1902: Colonel Gascoigne and the Leeds Volunteers.
November 2003
Public Meeting - Asphalt Plant - Ferrybridge
A public meeting was held at the Parish Hall, Brotherton, on 27th November 2003 to discuss a planning
application for an asphalt plant on the site of Ferrybridge power
station on the opposite side of the river from Brotherton Church. Issues of
pollution, traffic, noise & the effect on house prices were discussed.
Organisers of the meeting stated that the pollution could affect the area within several miles
of the site. They are asking for support in objecting to the proposed
development by writing stating objections to Mr T Reeves, Deputy Chief
Executive, Housing & Regeneration Dept, Newton Bar, Wakefield WF1 2TX
(quoting planning application no. 03/99/10784/BQ). Find
out more.
November 2003
Retirement of Mrs Borthwick - Head Teacher at Burton
Salmon School
The school has announced the retirement of Mrs Borthwick at the end of this
term.
November 2003
Broadband Internet Access
According to the BT website - www.bt.com - the local exchange now has ADSL
broadband which means that residents may be able to have broadband service.
Download speed and the upstream bandwidth may vary.
November 2003
Craft Fair - 8th November 2003 - Burton Salmon School
Friends of Burton Salmon School (visit www.fobs.care4free.net)
held a Craft Fair which raised £153.60 for the village school. Thank
you to everybody who supported the event. Our apologies for originally
reporting the total raised incorrectly (a typing error!)
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September 2003
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