THE WATEREDGE HOTEL, AMBLESIDE
10.30am
His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales attended by his Deputy Private Secretary, Mr Benet Northcote, and accompanied by The Lord Lieutenant of Cumbria, Mr James Cropper, arrived at Wateredge Inn where the Lord Lieutenant asked leave to present Mrs Susan Cropper, myself as High Sheriff of Cumbria, the Chairman of Cumbria Council, Councillor Roger Bingham, the Chairman South Lakeland District Council, Cllr Jonothan Brook and Mrs Fiona Brook,the Corporate Director Communities South Lakeland District Council, Mr Lawrence Conway, Owner Directors of Wateredge Inn, the Cowap family.
The Director's parents and younger members of the family were also presented as were staff at the Hotel.
10.45am
The Royal party accompanied by Chief Executive, Cumbria Tourism, walked along the lakeside path to the Windermere ferries pier. Burneside Brass Band were playing at the pier head.
The Chief Executive, Cumbria Tourism, was then presenting a party of business people from the area, all connected with Tourism
The weather was not very good but it was a very warm hearted and enjoyable visit.
Wednesday, 31 March 2010
Monday, 29 March 2010
Tuesday 9th March 2010
KENDAL POLICE STATION - BUSHER WALK, KENDAL
A long postponed visit, originally cancelled due to the November floods when I was to have met Chief Superintendent Kennedy. However, today I went to Kendal Police Station where I met Chief Superintendent Sean Robinson and have a very interesting talk with him about many aspects of 'policing' in the Kendal area.
Half way through our conversation we realised we had met some years ago when he was working with the CID.
Chief Superintendent Robinson also showed me plans for the proposed alterations for the Police Station and invited me back for a guided tour sometime when I had more time.
It was also nice to meet Julie who I had spoken to many times during the floods.
A long postponed visit, originally cancelled due to the November floods when I was to have met Chief Superintendent Kennedy. However, today I went to Kendal Police Station where I met Chief Superintendent Sean Robinson and have a very interesting talk with him about many aspects of 'policing' in the Kendal area.
Half way through our conversation we realised we had met some years ago when he was working with the CID.
Chief Superintendent Robinson also showed me plans for the proposed alterations for the Police Station and invited me back for a guided tour sometime when I had more time.
It was also nice to meet Julie who I had spoken to many times during the floods.
Monday 29th March 2010
11.00am
KENDAL POLICE STATION
Following my visit on 9th March I went back for a 'guided tour' of the Statiion.
I was made very welcome by Chief Inspector Tudor Griffiths (who I had known from Windermere days) and shown round various parts of the Station in relation to the proposed alterations.
I met several members of staff and was delighted to learn more about the running of the Kendal Headquarters.
Evidently the building work will be done by the same people as Durranhill with which I was extremely impressed.
A most worthwhile morning.
KENDAL POLICE STATION
Following my visit on 9th March I went back for a 'guided tour' of the Statiion.
I was made very welcome by Chief Inspector Tudor Griffiths (who I had known from Windermere days) and shown round various parts of the Station in relation to the proposed alterations.
I met several members of staff and was delighted to learn more about the running of the Kendal Headquarters.
Evidently the building work will be done by the same people as Durranhill with which I was extremely impressed.
A most worthwhile morning.
Thursday 25th February 2010
please refer to blog of 10th November 2009
POLICE HEADQUARTERS - CARLETON HALL, PENRITH
The Crimebeat Fund in Cumbria comes under the auspices of The Cumbria Community Foundation and when I have attended National Crimebeat meetings in London it was very apparent that they hoped all the counties in the country would join the Organisation. To this end and in the hope of encouraging continuity from year to year in Cumbria I arranged for Nigel Burgess, National Chairman of National Crimebeat, and Tony Harratt, National Co-ordinator of National Crimebeat, to meet with Deb Muscat, Acting Director of Cumbria Community Foundation in Kendal in November 2009.
As a result of this, we agreed to try and organise a meeting at Carleton Hall to this end.
Deb arranged this and asked Inspector Dave Willetts, Community Safety Inspector if he would attend. We also invited James Carr (High Sheriff Elect), Iona Frost-Pennington and Claire Hensman (High Sheriff 2007/8) to be present, as well as Nigel Burgess and Tony Harratt.
This proved to be a very successful meeting, resulting in the following:
It was agreed:
To continue to have annual meetings. With the CCF taking on the Secretariat role. To be done by November of each year.
CCF to meet with High Sheriff to discuss their priorities for support for their year in office. To be done by February each year.
Meetings to include past, present and future High Sheriffs.
Police to update High Sheriff's of projects they are supporting via CCF.
CCF to provide funding information to Police to pass on to Officers working in the community.
Cumbria Crimebeat Fund to be part of National Crimebeat.
High Sheriff to nominate groups they have supported for national awards. This could be discussed at the November/February meetings.
Deb Muscat to meet James Carr to discuss implementing the above for his term of office. Beginning in April 2010.
I am delighted that this has been achieved.
POLICE HEADQUARTERS - CARLETON HALL, PENRITH
The Crimebeat Fund in Cumbria comes under the auspices of The Cumbria Community Foundation and when I have attended National Crimebeat meetings in London it was very apparent that they hoped all the counties in the country would join the Organisation. To this end and in the hope of encouraging continuity from year to year in Cumbria I arranged for Nigel Burgess, National Chairman of National Crimebeat, and Tony Harratt, National Co-ordinator of National Crimebeat, to meet with Deb Muscat, Acting Director of Cumbria Community Foundation in Kendal in November 2009.
As a result of this, we agreed to try and organise a meeting at Carleton Hall to this end.
Deb arranged this and asked Inspector Dave Willetts, Community Safety Inspector if he would attend. We also invited James Carr (High Sheriff Elect), Iona Frost-Pennington and Claire Hensman (High Sheriff 2007/8) to be present, as well as Nigel Burgess and Tony Harratt.
This proved to be a very successful meeting, resulting in the following:
It was agreed:
To continue to have annual meetings. With the CCF taking on the Secretariat role. To be done by November of each year.
CCF to meet with High Sheriff to discuss their priorities for support for their year in office. To be done by February each year.
Meetings to include past, present and future High Sheriffs.
Police to update High Sheriff's of projects they are supporting via CCF.
CCF to provide funding information to Police to pass on to Officers working in the community.
Cumbria Crimebeat Fund to be part of National Crimebeat.
High Sheriff to nominate groups they have supported for national awards. This could be discussed at the November/February meetings.
Deb Muscat to meet James Carr to discuss implementing the above for his term of office. Beginning in April 2010.
I am delighted that this has been achieved.
Friday 26th March 2010
6.30 for 7.00pm
ANNUAL CIVIC DINNER - ALLERDALE BOROUGH COUNCIL
At the White Heather Hotel, Kirkbride
As guests of the Mayor of Allerdale, Councillor Binky Armstrong and Mrs Mara Armstrong, we attended the Annual Civic Dinner with over 150 guests. We had a delicious dinner and interesting and entertaining speeches by Cllr George Scott about his Wildlife Centre, Cllr Armstrong about his year and Cllr Tim Heslop, Leader of Allerdale Borough Council about the business of the Council.
After the speeches there was dancing to an excellent disco.
We did not arrive home until 1am as Kirkbride is quite far from Windermere.
ANNUAL CIVIC DINNER - ALLERDALE BOROUGH COUNCIL
At the White Heather Hotel, Kirkbride
As guests of the Mayor of Allerdale, Councillor Binky Armstrong and Mrs Mara Armstrong, we attended the Annual Civic Dinner with over 150 guests. We had a delicious dinner and interesting and entertaining speeches by Cllr George Scott about his Wildlife Centre, Cllr Armstrong about his year and Cllr Tim Heslop, Leader of Allerdale Borough Council about the business of the Council.
After the speeches there was dancing to an excellent disco.
We did not arrive home until 1am as Kirkbride is quite far from Windermere.
Wednesday 24th March 2010
11.45am LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
I met with Mrs Paul Wellings, wife of the Vice Chancellor of Lancaster University who had kindly invited me to meet Mrs Marion McClintock, the Honorary University Archivist
There was not enough time before lunch to hear all that I wanted to ask Mrs McClintock who is a fount of knowledge on the history of the University.
She kindly took us to the new Management Centre for a delicious lunch, where we continued with our discussions.
I greatly enjoyed the visit.
2pm
At 2pm we were joined by Mrs Rosemary Rodwell and then introduced by Mrs Wellings to Miss Helen Clish, Rare Book Archives archivist who, together with two colleagues, introduced us to some of the magic of the Hesketh Collection. I gather that sadly the collection will soon be leaving the University.
A very special day for me.
I met with Mrs Paul Wellings, wife of the Vice Chancellor of Lancaster University who had kindly invited me to meet Mrs Marion McClintock, the Honorary University Archivist
There was not enough time before lunch to hear all that I wanted to ask Mrs McClintock who is a fount of knowledge on the history of the University.
She kindly took us to the new Management Centre for a delicious lunch, where we continued with our discussions.
I greatly enjoyed the visit.
2pm
At 2pm we were joined by Mrs Rosemary Rodwell and then introduced by Mrs Wellings to Miss Helen Clish, Rare Book Archives archivist who, together with two colleagues, introduced us to some of the magic of the Hesketh Collection. I gather that sadly the collection will soon be leaving the University.
A very special day for me.
Monday 22nd March 2010
9.00am - WHITEHAVEN MAGISTRATE'S COURT
Mr Tim Jepson, Clerk to the Justices, had kindly arranged for me to visit and I was warmly greeted by the Chairman and to other Magistrates. Also present were Mr Ian Killip (Chairman of the day), Mr David Collins, Mrs Charlotte Wood, Mr Frank Hornsby (IChairman of the Bench) Lesley Heron (Legal Advisor officiating) and Mr John King (Barrister).
I was made very welcome and very much enjoyed the morning. Particularly as I was lucky enough to be taken into another Court where a Children's Court was Sitting from St Beg's Primary School.
2pm
The Helena Thompson Museum where I had the honour to present PC Barker's wife, Hazel with a medal that had been commissioned by The Lord of the Manor of Workington, Mr John Cooke. He himself gave two further medals to the children. A beautiful buffet had been prepared and it was a special afternoon with the Chief Constable and other Officers present to support the family, although no-one lost sight of the sadness of the occasion
Photograph Courtesy of The Times and Star.
4.30pm A VISIT TO HOSPICE AT HOME IN WORKINGTON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
I was greeted by Dr Terry Collins, The Chairman of Trustees and Linda Hewitt, Clinical Services Manager and Gillian Chadwick, County FundRaiser (who I had met before)
Dr Collins gave me a thorough overviewe of the wonderful work done at the Centre and introduced me to several people who worked there.
A most rewarding afternoon
Mr Tim Jepson, Clerk to the Justices, had kindly arranged for me to visit and I was warmly greeted by the Chairman and to other Magistrates. Also present were Mr Ian Killip (Chairman of the day), Mr David Collins, Mrs Charlotte Wood, Mr Frank Hornsby (IChairman of the Bench) Lesley Heron (Legal Advisor officiating) and Mr John King (Barrister).
I was made very welcome and very much enjoyed the morning. Particularly as I was lucky enough to be taken into another Court where a Children's Court was Sitting from St Beg's Primary School.
2pm
The Helena Thompson Museum where I had the honour to present PC Barker's wife, Hazel with a medal that had been commissioned by The Lord of the Manor of Workington, Mr John Cooke. He himself gave two further medals to the children. A beautiful buffet had been prepared and it was a special afternoon with the Chief Constable and other Officers present to support the family, although no-one lost sight of the sadness of the occasion
Photograph Courtesy of The Times and Star.
4.30pm A VISIT TO HOSPICE AT HOME IN WORKINGTON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
I was greeted by Dr Terry Collins, The Chairman of Trustees and Linda Hewitt, Clinical Services Manager and Gillian Chadwick, County FundRaiser (who I had met before)
Dr Collins gave me a thorough overviewe of the wonderful work done at the Centre and introduced me to several people who worked there.
A most rewarding afternoon
Thursday 18th March 2010
VISIT OF HIS EXCELLENCY MR BIRGER RIIS-JORGENSEN, THE DANISH AMBASSADOR TO WHITEHAVEN
At the invitation of The Mayor of Copeland, Cllr Henry Wormstrup we were invited to stay at The Ennerdale Country House Hotel, Cleator, as guests of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority and to attend a Dinner welcoming the Danish Ambassador and his wife. An interesting dinner with several members of the NDA present, including Cllr Woodburn, Cllr Moore, (Copeland CEO), Gary McKeating (NMP), Bill Poulson (Sellafield Ltd), and Bob Churchill (NDA.) the object of all this was Cllr Wormstrup's desire to commemorate his family's involvement during the 1939/45 war between the Danish Fishing Fleet and Whitehaven.
19th March 2010
The next day cars arrived to take the Ambassador and his wife, accompanied by Cllr Wormstrup, followed by my husband and me and the Mayoress on a tour of Whitehaven. It was a pleasant morning and we were able to walk around the town and admire the architecture and have a coffee, after which we walked down to the Harbour where a large crowd had already gathered.
Cllr Wormstrup then unveiled a beautiful plaque in memory of the people of Denmark and Whitehaven. There were speeches and a talk by the Ambassador and Cllr Wormstrup's Chaplain after which we walked to the Beacon for a guided tour and buffet lunch. Because of a prior engagement we left at 1pm and the rest of the group went on to visit Sellafield.
At the invitation of The Mayor of Copeland, Cllr Henry Wormstrup we were invited to stay at The Ennerdale Country House Hotel, Cleator, as guests of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority and to attend a Dinner welcoming the Danish Ambassador and his wife. An interesting dinner with several members of the NDA present, including Cllr Woodburn, Cllr Moore, (Copeland CEO), Gary McKeating (NMP), Bill Poulson (Sellafield Ltd), and Bob Churchill (NDA.) the object of all this was Cllr Wormstrup's desire to commemorate his family's involvement during the 1939/45 war between the Danish Fishing Fleet and Whitehaven.
19th March 2010
The next day cars arrived to take the Ambassador and his wife, accompanied by Cllr Wormstrup, followed by my husband and me and the Mayoress on a tour of Whitehaven. It was a pleasant morning and we were able to walk around the town and admire the architecture and have a coffee, after which we walked down to the Harbour where a large crowd had already gathered.
Cllr Wormstrup then unveiled a beautiful plaque in memory of the people of Denmark and Whitehaven. There were speeches and a talk by the Ambassador and Cllr Wormstrup's Chaplain after which we walked to the Beacon for a guided tour and buffet lunch. Because of a prior engagement we left at 1pm and the rest of the group went on to visit Sellafield.
Wednesday 17th March 2010
10.45am
NISI PRIUS COURT, CARLISLE
Rehearsal for the Installation of the new High Sheriff Mr James Carr DL,(which is to take place on 7th April 2010) with Hugh Fitzgerald, Under Sheriff of Cumbria, his Secretary, Kasey Grainger, Christine Child, Assistant Clerk to the Lieutenancy and Mrs Sandra Peacock, Lieutenancy Office.
12.30 - Crown Court
His Hon Judge Batty QC had invited me to present a Court Award for a very public spirited gentleman who brought his 9 year old grandson along to the Ceremony. The Press were there and a very nice photograph appeared in the News and Star.
Judge Batty very kindly invited both my PA, Katy Glass and me for lunch in the Judge's Dining Room. I shall miss these occasions.
NISI PRIUS COURT, CARLISLE
Rehearsal for the Installation of the new High Sheriff Mr James Carr DL,(which is to take place on 7th April 2010) with Hugh Fitzgerald, Under Sheriff of Cumbria, his Secretary, Kasey Grainger, Christine Child, Assistant Clerk to the Lieutenancy and Mrs Sandra Peacock, Lieutenancy Office.
12.30 - Crown Court
His Hon Judge Batty QC had invited me to present a Court Award for a very public spirited gentleman who brought his 9 year old grandson along to the Ceremony. The Press were there and a very nice photograph appeared in the News and Star.
Judge Batty very kindly invited both my PA, Katy Glass and me for lunch in the Judge's Dining Room. I shall miss these occasions.
Tuesday 16th March 2010
INNOVIA FILMS LIMITED - WIGTON
This visit had been arranged for November 2009 but unfortunately had to be cancelled because of the floods in West Cumbria. The Deputy Chairman Mr Bill Lowther and Mr David Beeby, Chief Executive Officer, had kindly organised a wonderful visit for us.
12.45pm
20 guests met at Wigton Hall for a buffet lunch after which we were taken to the Board Room and given a fascinating Presentation of the work AT Innovia, and especially what they do overseas.
3.00pm
We then drove to the factory where we had to change into protective clothing and eyewear and were split into groups of 4 for excellent tours of the factory.
At 4.50pm we were taken to the Research and Development Centre for a short guided tour and were then taken back to Wigton Hall for a delicious tea before leaving.
This visit had been arranged for November 2009 but unfortunately had to be cancelled because of the floods in West Cumbria. The Deputy Chairman Mr Bill Lowther and Mr David Beeby, Chief Executive Officer, had kindly organised a wonderful visit for us.
12.45pm
20 guests met at Wigton Hall for a buffet lunch after which we were taken to the Board Room and given a fascinating Presentation of the work AT Innovia, and especially what they do overseas.
3.00pm
We then drove to the factory where we had to change into protective clothing and eyewear and were split into groups of 4 for excellent tours of the factory.
At 4.50pm we were taken to the Research and Development Centre for a short guided tour and were then taken back to Wigton Hall for a delicious tea before leaving.
Monday, 15 March 2010
Thursday 11th March 2010
South Lakes Federation Uniformed Services Group
Kendal Fire Station, March 2010
9.45am
Kendal College with Marian Kearney.
We went straight to Kendal Fire Station to revisit the Group and their instructors. The Group will soon finish their course.
I was presented with a lovely photograph taken on my earlier visit which I was delighted to receive and will treasure.
A nice break for coffee
11.am - We revisited the Students in Kendal doing the Art Course. I had been so impressed by their work and their enthusiasm on my previous visit that I presented them with a High Sheriff's Award and a cheque for £200.I believe this will help towards a visit to see the Picasso Exhibition at The Tate Gallery, Liverpool.
My special congratulations go to the Tutors who are so enthusiastic about their teaching. There is such good rapport between students and staff.
Arthur Capstick (South Lakes Federation) and the Head Teacher of Settlebeck School were also present.
Wednesday 10th March 2010
11.30am
to Miss Kathleen Bottomley.
It was with great pleasure, thanks to Bill Smith, Windermere Town Mayor that I attended the 100th Birthday party of Kathleen Bottomley.
Alexandra Court is a charming retirement home where residents have their own apartments. Miss Bottomley lived there for 18 years.
Many members of her family were there including a nephew from Canada.
I met some charming residents as well as carers and particularly the Manager, Mrs Jane Tamang.
12.30pm
BRITISH RED CROSS LUNCH at The Hydro Hotel, Bowness.
Many friends and acquaintences were there. A sad, but interesting talk given by Lady Grenfell-Baines.
to Miss Kathleen Bottomley.
It was with great pleasure, thanks to Bill Smith, Windermere Town Mayor that I attended the 100th Birthday party of Kathleen Bottomley.
Alexandra Court is a charming retirement home where residents have their own apartments. Miss Bottomley lived there for 18 years.
Many members of her family were there including a nephew from Canada.
I met some charming residents as well as carers and particularly the Manager, Mrs Jane Tamang.
12.30pm
BRITISH RED CROSS LUNCH at The Hydro Hotel, Bowness.
Many friends and acquaintences were there. A sad, but interesting talk given by Lady Grenfell-Baines.
Monday, 8 March 2010
Thursday 11 February 2010
9.15 to 9.45am
SOUTH LAKES FEDERATION
Meeting with Marian Kearney (Inclusion Manager)and Arthur Capstick, Executive Officer for a general chat.
(I have known them both for a long time).
10.00 to 10.30am
Marian took me to visit students on a Preparation for the Uniformed Services Course, in action at Kendal Fire Station. Wonderful Instructors and very nice young people who were obviously benefiting greatly from the course.
10.30 to 11.00am
Visited students undertaking an Art Class. Some very impressive work.
11.00am - 12.00noon
A visit to The Queen Katherine School where I was to have met the Head Teacher Mr Stuart Wilkin, but unfortunately he was unable to be there and we have arranged another meeting.
I met various dedicated people and popped in to a Cook.com nurturing programme for younger students which was most impressive.
I really enjoyed the morning and was very interested in all that I saw.
Tuesday 2nd March 2010
4.15pm
SILVERDALE STREET
SUPPORTED HOUSING PROJECT (Accent Group Ltd)
Some time ago I agreed with Deb Muscat from the Community Foundation that I would like to make a High Sheriff's Award to this Organisation, which I had visited last year and in due course they were awarded £500. This was to enable them to buy art materials and employ a tutor from time to time to give guidance to the young people residing there. I went back to see how this was going forward. In principle I think the idea has been a success, but some of the people who were originally there have now left and in some cases taken the work they did with them.
I gave them a High Sheriff Award because the work done at Silverdale Street is excellent. They support young single people seeking support or looking for somewhere to live and if they have a housing need, or are at risk of having a housing need.
SILVERDALE STREET
SUPPORTED HOUSING PROJECT (Accent Group Ltd)
Some time ago I agreed with Deb Muscat from the Community Foundation that I would like to make a High Sheriff's Award to this Organisation, which I had visited last year and in due course they were awarded £500. This was to enable them to buy art materials and employ a tutor from time to time to give guidance to the young people residing there. I went back to see how this was going forward. In principle I think the idea has been a success, but some of the people who were originally there have now left and in some cases taken the work they did with them.
I gave them a High Sheriff Award because the work done at Silverdale Street is excellent. They support young single people seeking support or looking for somewhere to live and if they have a housing need, or are at risk of having a housing need.
Thursday 4th March 2010
CUMBRIA REDUCING OFFENDING PARTNERSHIP TRUST LIMITED (CROPT)
Meeting of Forum - Cumbria Probation HQ, Lime House, Wetheral.
2pm
When Richard Rhodes, Chair of Cumbria Probation Board, invited me to a Probation Board Meeting in January he also invited me to this meeting. I was very pleased to attend and very interested in what was discussed and indeed what the Committee does.
CROPT is very busy working alongside the Probation Service. They create new and meaningful projects for the benefit of offenders and their families.
3.45pm
After the meeting I was to have met with Annette Hennessey, but as her father was ill she had arranged for me to meet with a Senior Probation Officer to learn a little more about the Probation Service. Richard introduced me to her and we had a very interesting discussion about various aspects of the Service, over a cup of tea.
Meeting of Forum - Cumbria Probation HQ, Lime House, Wetheral.
2pm
When Richard Rhodes, Chair of Cumbria Probation Board, invited me to a Probation Board Meeting in January he also invited me to this meeting. I was very pleased to attend and very interested in what was discussed and indeed what the Committee does.
CROPT is very busy working alongside the Probation Service. They create new and meaningful projects for the benefit of offenders and their families.
3.45pm
After the meeting I was to have met with Annette Hennessey, but as her father was ill she had arranged for me to meet with a Senior Probation Officer to learn a little more about the Probation Service. Richard introduced me to her and we had a very interesting discussion about various aspects of the Service, over a cup of tea.
Thursday, 4 March 2010
Tuesday 2nd March 2010
BAE SYSTEMS - BARROW IN FURNESS
10.00am TO 2.00pm
I wrote to John Hudson, Managing Director at BAE, asking if I could bring a party of people to visit, and I was told that I should communicate with Brian Benn, Customer Relations Manager, which I duly did. He arranged a most interesting visit for 12 people, although unfortunately on the day there were only 11.
I think everyone present felt it was a privilege to be there. We were given coffee and a 45 minute introduction to safety procedures and an overview of what we were going to see. After a working lunch we were taken by bus to the Devonshire Docks where we actually saw submarines being built.
We were then taken back to the Boardroom for a final meeting with Brian Benn.
We departed from Barrow at 2pm.
10.00am TO 2.00pm
I wrote to John Hudson, Managing Director at BAE, asking if I could bring a party of people to visit, and I was told that I should communicate with Brian Benn, Customer Relations Manager, which I duly did. He arranged a most interesting visit for 12 people, although unfortunately on the day there were only 11.
I think everyone present felt it was a privilege to be there. We were given coffee and a 45 minute introduction to safety procedures and an overview of what we were going to see. After a working lunch we were taken by bus to the Devonshire Docks where we actually saw submarines being built.
We were then taken back to the Boardroom for a final meeting with Brian Benn.
We departed from Barrow at 2pm.
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