Barrow News Published in Loughborough Echo

OPEN GARDENS

On Thursday evening last week, Rosemary Adams from Rainbows was presented with a cheque for the fantastic sum of £2802.74. This amount was raised the previous weekend by Open Gardens in Barrow upon Soar. After the first hour on the Saturday when it poured with rain, the weather was beautiful and at least 600 people from all over the county came to the village over the two afternoons visiting 24 gardens. As this event was such a success and everyone enjoyed themselves so much, it was agreed that Open Gardens will take place next year on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 June 2009.

HERITAGE GROUP DISPLAY.

There is another opportunity to see the exhibition on Barrow-upon-Soar streets. Barrow library have kindly agreed to display the photos and information until next Monday, the library has good disabled access. The exhibition will display some of the work that Barrow Heritage Group has been doing within their Heritage Lottery Grant projects. The Streets Group will share their findings about the history of several of Barrow’s older streets including Beveridge Street, Church Street and North Street. They have looked at the fascinating history of some of the old houses and their occupants and delved into stories that have become part of the folk law of the village. They will also share their findings on the origin of some 30 of Barrow’s street names.

STRAWBERRY TEA FOR CHARITY.

Mrs Fran Foulger is hosting a Breast Cancer Care strawberry tea charity day, at her home, 9, Avon Road, Barrow-upon-Soar on Friday June 27th from 10am until 4pm. There will be a bring and buy stall and cakes for sale.
Mrs Foulger says: "Everyone is welcome, and I hope as many as possible can join me. Every penny we raise will go towards helping people affected by breast cancer."

WELCOME EVENING

For new and newish residents of Barrow upon Soar. Monday 30 June at the Community Centre, Cotes Road. Free wine, juice, tea and nibbles. Bar opens at 7.00 for 7.30pm. Come and meet lots of village organisations and find out what goes on in Barrow. Everyone welcome.

PARISH WALK.

The next parish walk is to take place on Thursday 3 July. Meet the leader Bob Mudge at the Three Crowns car park for a 7pm prompt start. This walk is approximately 4-4½ miles and goes out via I.27 to Millers Bridge, returning via K.31 to Fleshovel Lane and K.29 to the road or via the old three corner spinney to the Soar Bridge Inn. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a lead at all times. Suitable clothing and footwear should be worn.

TABLE TOP SALE

Heather Burton will be holding a table top sale, tea, coffee and a raffle on Saturday 5 July at the Church Rooms from 9.30 – 11.15am. All proceeds are going to Declans Miracle. Declan is an 8 year old boy who has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy which is a terminal muscle wasting disease. The money raised will go to help make his short life a full and enjoyable one.

HOG ROAST AND DISCO.

Barrow upon Soar Scout group is having a hog roast and 60’s and 70’s disco on Saturday 5 July between 7 – 11.30pm. This is to be held at the Scout Group HQ on Grove Lane. Admission including food adults £7.50, children £5.00 or a family ticket (2+3) £20.00. Licensed bar, tickets available now from Claire on 07738593077.

ARCHAEOLOGY DISPLAY

Barrow Archaeology Group will present an exhibition to display over 40 archaeological finds from Barrow that help to build a picture of man’s existence in and around the village over the last 800,000 years. The exhibition is on Saturday July 5 from 10.30am – 3.00pm in the Parish Office, High Street, Barrow and is free. A new free booklet, “The Archaeology of Barrow” will also be available, hot off the press.
The exhibition includes one of the beautiful Roman cremation urns discovered in a Roman cemetery in 1867 as well as other stunning Barrow finds never before displayed in Barrow itself. There will also be a display of the findings from the archaeological dig on the Willow Road development - evidence of lime working since 3AD as well as Roman dwellings and Stone Age huts.
Don’t miss this opportunity!

TREASURE HUNT.

On Friday 11 July, there is a Village Treasure Hunt starting at 6.30pm from the Barrow Conservative club and finishing back there for refreshments and prizes. Follow the clues and enjoy a funfilled summer evening scouring the streets and snickets of Barrow-upon-Soar on foot. The cost is £5 per team, with a maximum of 6 people (4 adults) per team. Tickets available from The Paper Shop. Sponsored by Barrow Baptist Church.

BARROW TOWN JUNIOR F.C.

The current under 11s football team are looking to recruit new players for the forthcoming season at under 12’s. The team has been together since under 7’s but are looking to strengthen the current squad at 11 a-side for season 2008-09. Games are generally on Sundays and training on Tuesday nights. The age requirement is aged 11 by the 31st August 2008. So if you’re looking to move teams or fancy a challenge feel free to contact the Manager, Jeff Barratt on 07525 012487, by email jeffbarratt@sky.com or visit the website www.barrowtownfc.co.uk for further details.

SUMMER SOCCER SCHOOL.

Did you know that there is a Summer Soccer School running at the Riverside Football Club on Barrow Road? Sessions involve individual technical work and team play, as well as a chance to enjoy fun games and competitive 4 and 5 a-side matches.
Ages 11, 12, 13 & 14’s is on Tuesdays 6.30pm until 8.00pm. Ages 8, 9 & 10’s is Thursday nights 6.00pm until 7.30pm and costs only £2.00 per session, all kids of any ability are welcomed. Further enquiries contact Nick Fairey on 07779 147257.