This news letter is being delivered by one of many volunteers, without whom the association could not function. Sadly, one such volunteer, Michael Rayner has died. Michael had delievered the news letters and collected subs for many years and the community would like him family to know that we are very grateful. Following the death earlier in the year of Herman Bachelard we have made a donation to Amnesty international in memory not only of Herman but also people like Michael who have given up their time and energies for the community.

When the Bramcote Cricket club open day in June was washed out they rescheduled the to the August Bank Holiday. At the top of the promotional flyer it read “Support your local Club”. It is a theme I would like pick upon and extend to “support your local clubs and groups”. The start of the summer was kicked off with yet another successful Play scheme, but behind the scenes the organisers had short notice of a cut in a funding Grant. Many Thanks to Counsellor Stan Heptinstall for plugging the shortfall.

For a long time Bramcade has helped young people through the Duke of Edinburgh's awards Bronze, Silver and Gold. There is always more than enough young people wanting to participate but we are faced with not enough adult organisers. If your child has benefited or may want to do the scheme in the future now is the opportunity to step up to the plate.

Bramcote Cricket Club, whose ground is in Bramcote Hills Park, invite new players youth 14yrs and adult to  winter practice trails take place at Trent Bridge in January.

Bramcote FC, the local youth football club who play in Blue and Royal colours, has launched it new web site. http://www.bramcotefc.org.uk  to promote the club with in the local community and provide information to it’s membership. They have had a winning start to this season find out more and visit the web site. If you’ve a child mad about football, boy or girl, check out the local football club.

The new Anglican vicar, the Rev Paul Reynolds, for Bramcote will be installed on Monday 1st October at St Michaels and All Angles Church in Bramcote. We welcome Paul and his wife Alison to our community.

Crime in our area is always of concern; the police have stepped up patrols (walking, cycling and car), and responses to incidents reports. The Police can only do their job well with our help. So please if you see something suspicious report it. I think of 4 W’s when reporting What, Where, Who (descriptions) and When.

This news letter and other items are published on the Community Association Web site http://www.bramcotehills.com pay us a visit (we will get the weather station uploading data)

Tim Aikin