The Glebe

Address:

Craigmyle Glebe Cricket Pavillion
Woldingham

Phone:

01883 652032
Contact Name: Kip Kypri

The Glebe is at the heart of the village both geographically and in terms of its everyday contribution to village life. There are facilities for all ages; apart from cricket, soccer and tennis clubs, the pavilion hall and kitchen are available for hire and are particularly suitable for small meetings and children's parties. Enquiries for hire to Kip Kypri on 01883 652032.

For those who simply wish to enjoy the open environment, there are seats around the Glebe, and for toddlers, a small playground with swings and seesaws.

CLUB CONTACTS

Tennis Club

Available to members throughout the year with excellent floodlit facilities which are the envy of neighbouring village tennis clubs. For more details please contact - Membership Secretary, Gary Pollak on 01883 65 2082. The club coach is George Cooper, 020 8657 3680. New members always welcome (junior, individual and family memberships). General enquiries to Gary Pollak on 65 2082.

Junior Tennis Club

During summer months on Tuesday afternoons: 5-12 year olds from 3.45 to 6.15pm. Friday evenings club night & coaching 12-18 year olds from 6.20 to 7.50pm. Contact Neil Foreman on 65 0474 for details.

Woldingham Village Football Club

Senior Team: new members, please phone Roz Schwarz on 0188 365 2504.
Under 11s: please contact Keith Bishop, on 07730 598 254.

Woldingham Village Cricket Club

New members always wanted for Saturday and Sunday fixtures during the summer. Contact Dion Gomesz in the first instance, on 07775 834 674.

DOG WALKING ON THE GLEBE

The Glebe Council has no wish to restrict the pleasure of dog owners using the Glebe to exercise their dogs but it is their DUTY to advise dog owners that they must respect the sensible Health and Safety rules which apply to public recreation grounds and CLEAR UP AFTER THEIR DOGS. Many young children from Woodlea School now regularly use the grounds for healthy sporting activities and the 123 Toddler Group make full use of the playing fields during the summer months, not to mention the many youngsters using the nursery play area designed for their use. Woldingham residents are fully aware of the nasty diseases caused to children coming into contact with dog mess.

Cricketers' pleasure at saving a boundary with a sliding movement to stop the ball crossing the line and footballers emulating David Beckham's cross-field passes should not have their pleasure spoiled by the lingering odour of dog soil on their clothes!

DOG LITTER BINS ARE PROVIDED AND ARE REGULARLY EMPTIED by Tandridge Council Environmental staff. Please clear up after your dogs and use the facilities provided.

Mark Tapley
Chairman, Craigmyle Glebe Limited
July 2009

CHAIRMAN'S REPORT - 2009

(For past reports go to The Glebe - Previous Chairman's Reports)

Craigmyle Glebe Limited, as its founders intended, has continued to provide the village of Woldingham with sporting and recreational facilities, and I begin therefore with brief reports of club activities.

Firstly, the Woldingham Village Cricket Club had a successful year in 2008. On the field, we topped Division 4 of the Surrey Down's League in our debut year, and were duly promoted to Division 3. The enthusiasm and the team spirit shown by all, but especially by the younger members of the club, bode well for the future, and, we trust, will encourage new members to join. Off the field, the tireless work put in by all, but especially the Hon. Sponsorship Secretary Lynne Dunn, resulted in the completion of the outdoor nets. The ongoing fundraising activities planned for the coming months are aimed at our purchasing a good quality roller in order to improve playing conditions for the higher league level at which we shall be playing. On a sad note, our ex-president and past secretary Tony Seal passed away in June of last year. The last cricketing activity he attended was a match in May to celebrate his many years at the club, which brought together many cricketers of the bygone era. If you wish to become involved in cricket in the village, you should contact Dion Gomesz in the first instance, on 07775 834 674.

My predecessor referred last year to the plans to introduce a junior football team, and this was indeed achieved last year. The team comprises boys from Woldingham and the local area, and plays under the name of the Bradmore Boys in the Tandridge Youth Football League in the under-11 age group. This year we enjoyed some good results, but overall, success on the pitch this year was limited. However, the boys have continued to learn, and their experiences in competitive matches will stand them in good stead for the future. The season climaxed in a hugely enjoyable tour to Arnhem in Holland where they played in a tournament against teams from both the UK and Holland, the undoubted highlight of which was a win against Brighton & Hove Albion! The contact for this team is Keith Bishop, on 07730 598 254.
Our senior football club plays in the Redhill and District League under the name of the Woldingham Social Football Club Reserves. Between delays caused by the inclement weather, the team enjoyed some closely fought matches, and completed the season a notch higher in the rankings. Contact Roz Schwarz on 0188 365 3504 for more information.

Last season the Tennis Club continued to grow and become more competitive, and with the courts located at Croft Road being re-surfaced this year, we are delighted to have a high quality playing surface on all six courts. The Junior section continued to offer high quality coaching, and social tennis sessions. The Friday night club sessions, often attended by club coach George Cooper, are well attended, balancing competitive tennis with a friendly social atmosphere. The Adult section has had success in the Weald leagues, the Men's team is now playing in the top Weald division, and the Mixed team won the League title. Social club evenings are popular, running on a Wednesday evening throughout the year. For more details please contact - Membership Secretary, Gary Pollak on 01883 652 082, and for junior members, Neil Foreman, 01883 650 474. The club coach is George Cooper, 020 8657 3680.
Lastly, we should mention also that the children of Woodlea School continue to benefit from the Glebe for their regular PE activities. In conclusion, we can therefore be assured that good use is being made of our facilities.

Finances

Turning to the finances of Craigmyle Glebe Limited, I am afraid that the picture is mixed. In our financial year to end December 2008, we report a surplus in the statutory accounts after allocating a decent sum to the sinking fund for maintaining the pavilion roof. However, that surplus was struck after receiving dividend and interest income in 2008 that is likely to be substantially diminished in 2009. At the same time there are demands on our resources to maintain the fabric of the facilities we use, such as the buildings and the children's playground. We must husband our resources carefully therefore, in order to minimize the effects of the economic downturn on our revenues. Lastly on finances, I want particularly to thank the nearly fifty people who have covenanted or gift-aided sums to the Glebe; these contributions are cumulatively important in helping us achieve our goals.

75th Anniversary Celebrations

My predecessor, John Cox, felt strongly - and the Council agreed - that we should recognize the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Craigmyle Glebe in 1934. Members of the Council and others associated with the village and the various sports clubs have worked hard to prepare a weekend of junior competitions in soccer, tennis, and cricket, along with other attractions. We encourage all those with connections to the Glebe, however tenuous, to join us for these celebrations on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July, and to bring along both family and friends.

John Cox

Sadly, John will not see the result of these efforts; he passed away after a short illness in November 2008. John had given his valuable time to the Glebe over an extended period, including 16 years as Chairman, and before that as Treasurer. We shall miss his wise counsel. After consulting Debbie, his wife, the Council will commemorate his contribution to the Glebe in a fitting manner.
Finally, the management of these communal resources is achieved only through the cheerful and voluntary commitment of time and effort by numerous people. I would like therefore to express my appreciation to my fellow Council members, and also to all those who have contributed to preparations for the anniversary weekend, for all their hard work throughout the year.

Mark Tapley
Chairman
June 2009