Success!
16 May 1969
Wedding Peals At ParkhamPeals on the bells greeted Mr Roger Brindley Wise, younger son of the late Mr and Mrs C Wise of 'Underborough'
Parkham GooseAt Parkham WI's annual poultry whist drive in the Allardice Hall, the highest score of the evening
Parkham - George Clinch'Ride that cow, cowboy' might well be the cry heard these days at Hawkcan Acres, Parkham, when
Parkham Boy's Throwing RecordBideford area athletic sports for the smaller primary schools was held at Instow Cricket Ground
John Hutchings and Miss Sylvia Smale are married1972
£100 raised31 July 1964
District nurse13 January 1961
Parkham Bells ring out againTeams of bell-ringers, from an area embracing Bradworthy, Northam and Torrington joined in ringing celebration peals on the bells of St James's Church
23 July 1918
50th birthday8 February 1974
NFU reviving the art17 February 1978
Homemade wines26 May 1972
Married at Alwington28 January 1955
Parkham Parish Hall nears completion14 yrs efford comes to fruition. Promises to be one one of the most attractive parish halls in the area is now well on the way of completion next door to the village school
Success!16 May 1969
Miss Lorna Hancock,
of Kerwell Farm, Parkham, receives the challenge cup and replica for her prizewinning hors d'oeuvre at the 11th International Gastronomic Festival at Torquay, from the Mayor of Torbay, Ald A L Goodrich.
Lorna is a student at the North Devon Technical College.
The college's department of catering were awarded the Prix d'honneur of the festival for the second time in three years - for their exhibit a 'pate de becassine aux truffles' which also won for them the challenge trophy and gold medal.
Runners-up in this section came from the Netherlands, Germany and Poland. Other local winners were Irene Lewis of Bideford and Marilyn Skinner, Holsworthy.
Gazette article dated 16 May 1969
Wedding Peals At ParkhamPeals on the bells greeted Mr Roger Brindley Wise, younger son of the late Mr and Mrs C Wise of 'Underborough'
Wedding Peals At Parkham - 14th April 1967
Mr R B Wise And Miss M R Tucker
Peals on the bells greeted Mr Roger Brindley Wise, younger son of the late Mr and Mrs C Wise of 'Underborough' Westward Ho! and his bride, Miss Margaret Rosalind Tucker, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs S J Tucker of Babeleigh Barton, Parkham, after their wedding at St James' Church, Parkham.
The bride is a member of the Stevenstone Hunt and was a member of the Stevenstone and Torrington Farmer's Pony Club.
The Rector - Rev J E Lynn - officiated and Mr D Hobbs at the organ accompanied the hymns. The two senior bridesmaids were the bride's sister, Sarah, and her cousin, Miss Shirley Tucker, Misses Helen and Joyce Brooks. Best man was Mr Norman Shute. Following a reception at the New Inn Hotel, Bideford, Mr and Mrs Wise left for a honeymoon in Eire.
Parkham GooseAt Parkham WI's annual poultry whist drive in the Allardice Hall, the highest score of the evening
Parkham Goose - 21st November 1975
At Parkham WI's annual poultry whist drive in the Allardice Hall, the highest score of the evening by Mrs S J Tucker won her a goose. Other winners wre Messrs Davis, R Taylor, M Tucker, W B Harris, R Brend, B M Harris, W B Hannaford, Nash, F Johns, A C Parr and K Taylor, Messdames Bradford, L Mellor, R Passmore, Robertson, Lamb and F Glover.
Raffle prizes went to Mesdames S Pickard, Fishley, Cottle, Wyatt, King, Lamb, and Messrs Lawson and R Grigg. The president, Mrs G J D Morris, presented the prizes and the MC was Mrs S Rickard.
Parkham - George Clinch'Ride that cow, cowboy' might well be the cry heard these days at Hawkcan Acres, Parkham, when
Parkham - George Clinch - 23rd September 1977
'Ride that cow, cowboy' might well be the cry heard these days at Hawkcan Acres, Parkham, when George Clinch decides to go riding.
Young George jumps at every opportunity to ride Griffiet - so called because his father was called Griffian and her mother, Harriett. Homebred, she has a name like all the 60 or so cows that George's parents Mr and Mrs Stan Clinch keep on their farm.
Parkham Boy's Throwing RecordBideford area athletic sports for the smaller primary schools was held at Instow Cricket Ground
Parkham Boy's Throwing Record - 28th July 1967
Bideford area athletic sports for the smaller primary schools was held at Instow Cricket Ground.
Hero of the day was C Allin of Parkham who set a new record in the 11 year olds cricket ball throwing.
The winning school was Monkleigh, followed by Parkham, Abbotsham, Westleigh and Horwood and Newton Tracey. Mrs W Scott, headmistress of Horwood and Newton Tracey C.P School presented the cup.
Winners included: D Adams, Sarah Woolf, G Hearn, J Adams, W Hancock, M Mitchell, Virginia Isaac, Rosemary Braund, P Jeffery, D Wonnacott, M Allin, R Cook, R Glover, R Moodie, Julie England, A Daniel, R Smyth, Linda Kitto, Angela Jennings, P Martin, R Hancock, Julie Kitto, Rosemary Heard, Sandra Daniel, C Clements, A Kenyon, P Dunn, Kathleen Cook, D Allin, C Allin, E Lloyd, Caroline Milton, Carol Willey, J Slee.
Officials - Mr C Wingrave-Pain, Mr R D Robins, Mr K Dendle, Mrs L Irving, Miss A Ball, Mrs C Curtis, Mr W Scott.
John Hutchings and Miss Sylvia Smale are married1972
An archway of oars was formed by fellow members of Bideford Amateur Rowing Club at St James’ Church, Parkham, on Saturday to greet Mr John Hutchings, youngest son of Mr and Mrs F Hutchings, of Beachside, Torridge Place, Bideford, and his bride, Miss Sylvia Wendy Smale, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs S Smale, Goldworthy Cottage, Horns Cross.
Peals on the bells also greeted the couple.
The four tier wedding cake made by the bride’s godmother, Mrs Eileen Tucker, was iced in the BARC colours.
The Rector, Rev T Nicholls, officiated at the wedding and Miss A Lott was the organist. Bridesmaids were Misses Susan Barrow, Ann Thomas, Tracy and Joanne Fanson and Suzanne Hutchings. The bride’s brother, Paul, and the bridegroom’s nephew, Stephen Hutchings, were page boys. Best man was Mr David Godfrey.
Following a reception at Durrant House Hotel, Mr and Mrs Hutchings left for a honeymoon in South Devon. Among presents received were a carpet sweeper from the staff of John Blundells Ltd, an...
£100 raised31 July 1964
Second prizewinners in the adult class in the fancy dress parade that has become a big feature at Parkham Church annual fete.
Depicting the ‘Good old days’ and the TV feature of that title are Mesdames A Daniels, W Jewell, E Gist and Westlake.
There was a large entry in all three classes and proceeds from the fete topped £100.
Other winners were: Misses Lilian Metherell and Isabel Johns; Mrs Pearl Dunn; Paul Metherell; Martin Wonnacott; Alan and Brian Hockin and David and Graham Parr; Heather Johns; Marilyn Wonnacott, Caroline Judd, James, Sally and Mary Dendle; Angela Honey.
Full Gazette article dated 31 July 1964
District nurse13 January 1961
For over 20 years a Parkham District nurse, Mrs Isabella Melvin, SRN, SCM, a Queen’s Nurse, of ‘The Bays’, Horns Cross, died on Friday at the age of 60.
Mrs Melvin was the wife of Mr Wilfred Melvin, and had lived in the parish for 23 years. Her services were deeply appreciated and she will be mourned by many as a friend.
The memorial service in St James’ Church, Parkham, was conducted by the Rector, Rev J E Lynn, and Mr M Chubb was at the organ. Cremation was at Colwyn Bay, Denbighshire.
Principal mourners were: the husband; Mrs Campbell; Mr and Mrs Walter, Mrs Huxtable, Miss Walter, Mr G Walters, F Brock, Miss Reynolds (also representing Dr Doyle and headquarters staff), Miss Archer, Miss Kerrick, Miss Broad, Miss Farley.
Bearers were Messrs F Ellis, P Lang, A Dean and R Yarde.
Others attending included: Sergeant and Mrs Spry, Mr and Mrs J Turner (representing Mr and Mrs Freeman), Mr and Mrs Manger, Mr and Mrs A D Pickard, Mr and Mrs H Ley, Mr and Mrs H Chubb, Mr and Mrs Slee,...
Parkham Bells ring out againTeams of bell-ringers, from an area embracing Bradworthy, Northam and Torrington joined in ringing celebration peals on the bells of St James's Church
Parkham Bells ring out again 29th May 1953
Teams of bell ringers from an area embracing Bradworthy, Northam and Torrington joined, in turn, in ringing celebration peals on the bells of St James's Church, Parkham, following a special service to mark the re-hanging of the bells.
Mr Stanley Arnold (Rector's warden) of the Bell Inn, undertook the duties of appeal secretary. Visiting clergy included Revs S L C Mallett (Dean Rural and Vicar of Bucks), L Woolcott (Buckland Brewer), G W Colborne (Alwington), W T H Ravenhill (Sutcombe) and C Garland (Putford).
In charge of the tea were Mesdames Daniel, F P Ley, W Pridham, J Williams, Wm Lang, T Pearce, S Metherall, T Wood, J Stoneman, J Piper, F Hitchcott and Miss H Jewell. During tea photographs of the ringers and bells were given to the Rector and Mrs Williams and to each ringer. The photographs were the gift of Mr Stanley Arnold.
23 July 1918
Parkham
The Sunday School anniversary services have been duly observed by the Wesleyans of Holwell. This is generally the last to be held in the neighbourhood.
The outlook for the corn harvest is much better since the recent good rain. In many instances the spring corn was behind owing to the continuous dry weather, and some through rather late tilling, and the root crops were also suffering for the want of rain.
A potato weighing 1½lbs has been dug by a cottager recently. The specimen was Early Puritan.
Mr C Mugford has so far recovered from his recent operation that he is allowed to return to his home. The others under treatment are also progressing favourably at the Bideford Hospital. Mr R Vaggers is also reported to be much better.
Gazette article dated 23 July 1918
50th birthday8 February 1974
Parkham Women’s Institute, thought to be one of the oldest organisations of its kind in the Torridge district, celebrated its 50th birthday with a special party at which a cake was cut by Mrs W Pridham, who was a founder member, and Mrs A Daniel, the longest active member with 48 years’ service to her credit.
The cake had been made and decorated by Mrs E Lang.
In addition to members there were guests from Buckland Brewer WI and the Atlantic Group and the county chairman, Mrs Hareheart, who also attended, presented Parkham with golden jubilee certificates from the Devon Federation and from NFWI executive committee.
A congratulatory card was received from the local VCO, Mrs Courtney.
The hall was beautifully decorated for the occasion by members with gold flowers and foliage.
In the picture, the Parkham WI president, Mrs George is seen with four former holders of the office – Mrs Tucker, Mrs Lynn, Mrs Williams and Mrs Dunn.
Following a sit-down meal, Mr and Mrs Trapnell, from Bideford,...
NFU reviving the art17 February 1978
Some of the children of Parkham County Primary School at work on their entries for a competition based on an Easter tradition that dates back to the Dark Ages.
The tradition is that of decorating hard-boiled or blown eggs as symbols of re-birth and the National Farmers’ Union has organised the competition to revive interest in the art.
The entries from something like 7,000 children from 60 schools in the West country are to be judged on the quality of workmanship and originality of the design. The prizes at school level are being sponsored by individual egg producers, in the case of Parkham Mr Paul Cooper, of Littleham, the regional poultry secretary.
Judging at Parkham will be on February 24 and the winners go through to regional finals in early March. The national finals will be staged in London in Easter week.
Gazette article dated 17 February 1978
Homemade wines26 May 1972
Wine Circle
The lighter side of winemaking was the theme for more than 90 Torridge Valley Wine Circle members and friends at Cross Park, Parkham on Friday, the occasion of the annual barbecue. Mr and Mrs Ray Holland who placed their home and garden at the disposal of fellow circle members were thanked by Mr Peter Williams (Bradworthy).
Messrs Colin W Wadey, P Williams, K Burge, S Stone, Mrs W Travis and Miss W Mercer organised the barbecue which attracted a record crowd. Music was provided by Mr R Budd, of Bideford, on a locally made Wyvern electronic organ.
Circle members assisted in the preparation of chicken, baked potatoes, hog dogs and sponge flans were accompanied by a wide selection of homemade wines.
Gazette article dated 26 May 1972
Married at Alwington28 January 1955
Mr and Mrs J Cook’s anniversary next Tuesday
The best wishes and congratulations of many friends go out to Mr and Mrs James Cook, of Broom Hill, Parkham, who on Tuesday next celebrate the diamond anniversary of their wedding.
Mr and Mrs Cook were married at St Andrew’s Church, Alwington, on February 2nd 1895, by the then Rector of the parish, Rev Mr Frith, and the bridesmaid who attended Mrs Cook was Miss Annie Greenslade, who now lives at 20 Bridgeland Street, Bideford.
Born at Worthygate in Parkham parish, Mr Cook was one of a family of twelve children of whom two brothers and four sisters are still alive. Mrs Cook was the daughter of the late Mr and Mrs John Short who lived in Parkham Village several years ago.
Mr and Mrs Cook have a family of five. Two sons gave their lives in the 1914-1918 war and a third son, Mr George Cook, died at the Old Mill, Parkham, some few years ago. They have sixteen grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.
For most of his life Mr Cook has been...
Parkham Parish Hall nears completion14 yrs efford comes to fruition. Promises to be one one of the most attractive parish halls in the area is now well on the way of completion next door to the village school
Parkham Parish Hall nears completion 30th November 1956
What promises to be one of the most attractive parish halls in the area is now well on the way to completion next door to the village school at Parkham.
Mr G A Jacob, who is Chairman of the Parish Hall Committee said first moves towards a Parish Hall were made in 1942 when a committee was formed as a result of a public meeting and a number of auction sales of gifts were held during a Savings Week and the proceeds invested.
The architect is Mr J H D Wickham, Bideford and the contractors, Messrs Day, Gale and Lamey, of Northam. Other officers of the Parish Hall Committee, in addition to the Chairman, Mr Jacob, are Miss M M Jacob who is Secretary, and Mr G M Honey, Treasurer.