Keys to Kilsby
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INTRODUCTION
In 1982 Kilsby Parish Council produced a publication with this title with the purpose of bringing together information for residents about the range of activities and services available in Kilsby or nearby. The aim was to list the various organisations and to give names and contact numbers. It was always recognised that such a directory soon becomes outdated as circumstances and personnel change and the last paragraph of the booklet stated: ‘The Key will not be published again for a year or so but information will be updated in the Kilsby Chronicle’, reincarnated in 1998 as the Kilsby Kronickle.
Well, here we are over twenty-five years later attempting to repeat the exercise. Once again the Parish Council has agreed to provide the funding and there will be a copy of the booklet for each household in the Parish. The intention will still be to update information through the Kilsby Kronickle but we now also have the benefit of the village website at www.kilsbyvillage.co.uk However, we shall rely heavily on the input of residents to ensure that the directory remains current and relevant. Please do use these contact points to inform about changes you may know about.
We hope that this will prove to be a helpful guide not only for newcomers to Kilsby but also for longstanding residents and that it may encourage greater participation in all that goes on in our vibrant community.
January 2008
KILSBY TODAY
Kilsby’s history stretches back for over a thousand years and many clues to its ancient past are still to be found in its buildings and byways. The village that we know today has some 520 households and a population of approaching 1400 people. It has a Parish Church - St. Faith’s - and a United Reformed Church, a Primary School, a Post Office and General Stores and a Village Hall, as well as a hotel and a public house. Geographically, Kilsby is within Northamptonshire (although its postal address is Rugby Warwickshire) so administrative responsibility rests with Daventry District Council and Northamptonshire County Council. Local matters are dealt with by the Parish Council.
All age groups are represented within the village but there is now a predominance of retired and elderly people. There is a sheltered housing complex at Stephenson Court and a residential home for the elderly, Kilsby House.
In recent years every attempt has been made to involve all residents in determining the future direction of Kilsby by identifying their needs and aspirations through the means of surveys and public consultation exercises. In 2007 a Parish Plan was produced and this is now being used to underpin joint action to secure and preserve a good quality of life for everyone in our community.
INFORMATION AND SERVICES
ADULT EDUCATION
The Percival Guildhouse,
St Matthew’s Street,
Rugby, CV21 3BY.
Telephone 01788 542467
http://percival-guildhouse.co.uk
Offers a wide range of day and evening classes, including arts and crafts, languages, music and dance, exercise classes, and Warwick University Open Studies courses.
Warwickshire College, Rugby Centre,
Lower Hillmorton Road, Rugby, CV21 3QS.
Telephone 01788 338800.
Northampton College,
Booth Lane, Northampton,
NN3 3RF.
Telephone 01604 734567 (Also has a centre at Badby Road West, Daventry. Telephone 01327 300232.)
BUS SERVICES
Kilsby is served by First which operates service 207/208 between Rugby and Northampton. There are eight buses between 8.00 am and 7.00 pm, Mondays to Fridays. On a Saturday there are seven buses with the first of the day being at 9.39 am. A timetable is posted at the bus shelter stop on Devon Ox Green and a full First information and timetable leaflet is available on the bus itself. Only one bus a week runs to Daventry. It is service number 260 and is provided by Catteralls on a Friday, leaving Kilsby, Barby Road/Ashby Road at 9.39 am and arriving at Daventry Bus Station at 10.00 am. The return bus leaves Daventry at 12.15 pm. Other travel information can be obtained from the National
Travel Line : 0871 200 2233 or www.traveline.org.uk
Anyone over the age of 60 may apply for a free bus pass. Anyone suffering from a disability may apply for a free bus pass or bus tokens. This allows for free bus travel within the Daventry District Council area. For full details of the concessions tel: 01327 302444.
NB after 1st April 2008 these bus passes will allow for much more extensive bus travel.
CHURCHES
ST. FAITH’S CHURCH, KILSBY
Vicar: Reverend Peter Beresford
The Rectory, Barby.
Telephone 01788 890252
Churchwardens: Miss Gill Mason.
Telephone 01788 822658
Mrs Nancy Golding.
Telephone 01788 822611
The Barby and Kilsby Churches’ News is delivered to each house in the parish monthly.
UNITED REFORMED CHURCH
Minister: To be appointed.
Contact Beryl Lees. Telephone 01788 823752.
COMMUNITY CARE
Adult Services for people living in their own homes are provided through the Adult Care Team of Northamptonshire Social Services. These are now organised countywide.Telephone 08451 244500 (out of hours emergency number: 01604 626938).
DACT (Daventry Area Community Travel) This is a service offered by volunteer drivers to provide car transport for people needing assistance with health related appointments. A small charge is levied. Telephone 01327 701666
DAVENTRY CALLING
Daventry District Council’s quarterly information magazine, delivered free to every household.
DAVENTRY DISTRICT COUNCIL
The switchboard number gives access to most services and departments. Telephone 01327 871100.
DOCTORS
Crick Surgery -
Dr Richard Llewellyn,
Dr John Bolland,
Dr Annette Twigg
16 Watford Road, Crick, NN6 7TT.
Telephone 01788 822203.
For out of hours medical advice, call NHS Direct. Telephone 0845 4647.
ELECTED REPRESENTATIVES
| Malcolm Cahill |
Copper Beech |
01788 823 833 | Cemetery Environment incl litter Planning Comm |
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Robert Chamberlain |
10 Hall Close Kilsby Rugby CV23 8XZ |
01788 823 920 | CHAIRMAN Finance Working Party Quality Status |
| Mrs Wendy Clark | 24 Fishers Close Kilsby Rugby CV23 8XH |
01788 823 297 | Finance Working Party Internal financial control Planning Comm Rights of Way |
| Reg Dunn | 9 Cowley Way Kilsby Rugby CV23 8XB |
01788 823 148 | Vice-Chairman Highways Planning Comm |
| John Lathan |
1 Mount Pleasant |
01788 824 797 | Planning Comm (Chair) Schools |
| Mrs Claire Mills | 4 Spring Close Kilsby Rugby CV23 8YD |
01788 823 025 | Communications Village hall |
| Vincent Penman | 2 Malt Mill Green Kilsby Rugby CV23 8YW |
01788 822 945 | Lighting Planning Comm |
| Eddie Taken | 7 Postle Close Kilsby Rugby CV23 8YG |
01788 822 068 | Finance Working Party |
| Anne Cole | 3 The Banks Kilsby |
01788 823 730 07818 091 001 |
Council Property |
| Phil Martin | Housemartin 28 Hall Close Kilsby Rugby CV23 8XZ |
01788 822 700 | Quality Status |
| Charles Smedley | 5 The Lawns Kilsby Rugby CV23 8YT |
01788 822 241 07885 778 551 |
Policy Documents |
| Mrs Catherine Camp | 16 Kilsby Road Barby Rugby CV23 8TT |
01788 891 184 | Clerk Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it |
PARLIAMENTARY CONSTITUENCY - DAVENTRY
Mr Tim Boswell MP
House of Commons,
London SW1A 0AA
COUNTY COUNCILLOR
Mr Robin Brown -
38 High Stack, Long Buckby,
Northants. NN6 7QT.
Telephone 01327 842130.
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DISTRICT COUNCILLORS
Mr Brian and Mrs Catherine Lomax
24 Castle Mound, Barby, CV23 8TN
Telephone - 01788 890939.
e-mail - blomax@ daventry dc.gov.uk or
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PARISH COUNCILLORS
Chairman: Mr Richard Thompson.
Telephone 01788 822035.
HOUSING
All housing that was formerly provided by Daventry District Council is now under the control of: Daventry District Housing Association, Nene House, Sopwith Way, Drayton Fields Industrial Estate, Daventry NN11 4PB. Telephone 01327 707500.
Kilsby Clinic
Situated at Stephenson Court this clinic provides the following services under the auspices of the Northampton Teaching Primary Care Trust. For further details contact the Patient Advice and Liaison Service Team. Telephone 01536 480377. Dr Twigg from Crick Surgery sees patients by appointment between 12.30 pm and 1.00 pm on Wednesdays (see entry on Doctors). Ante-Natal Clinic. This is not currently available but it is hoped that it can be reinstated when a new Health Visitor is appointed. New arrangements to be advised later.
The Community Podiatrist holds occasional clinics for people with certain specific medical conditions.
KILSBY KRONICKLE
Delivered free to every house in the Parish bi-monthly. Gives information about village events and activities and reports from Parish and District Councils.
Editorial team: Chris Lomas.
Telephone 01788 822650.
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Clare Glover (Distribution).
Telephone 01788 823290
Sharon Green.
Telephone 01788 822183.
Laura Treacy.
Telephone 01788 822442.
Kilsby House
Rugby Road, Kilsby. Residential home for people aged 65 +, living with dementia. It can accommodate 39 residents.Manager: Gillian Saxton. Telephone 01788 822276
LEISURE FACILITIES
Daventry Leisure Centre has a 25m swimming pool, 2 squash courts, 6 badminton courts, a gym, and sunbeds. It also offers group exercise classes, and children’s courses in trampolining and football. Telephone 01327 871144. Swimming and other leisure facilities are also available at the Ken Marriott Centre in Rugby.
Telephone 01788 535851.
MOBILE LIBRARY
A mobile library van visits Kilsby every three weeks, calling at Stephenson Court at 11.05, The Banks at 11.45, Chapel Street at 12.05, Kilsby Post Office at 12.25, and North Street and 12.45 (departing at 1.05). Dates for the first part of 2008 are 7 and 28 January, 18 February,. 10 and 31 March, 21 April, 12 May.
For further information telephone 01327 703130.
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
For access to all departments telephone the switchboard on 01604 236236.
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH
Coordinator - Phil Martin.
Telephone 01788 822700. e-mail
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PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL
Contact Gill Mason, Churchwarden.
Telephone 01788 822658.
POLICE
Daventry Rural South Safer Community Team.
Telephone 03000 111 222 and ask for the Team.
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Emergencies - dial 999 and ensure you tell the operator that you live in Northamptonshire.
Crimestoppers - Telephone 0800 555111.
POST OFFICE
Sub-Postmistress - Diana Humphreys. Kilsby Village Post Office and Stores. 11 Independent Street, Kilsby.
Telephone 01788 824530.
REFUSE AND RECYCLING
Collection day is Thursday, with grey and brown bins emptied alternate weeks, and recycling boxes weekly.Enquiries/complaints - Telephone 01327 300001.Daventry Household Waste Site. Telephone 01327 877539.
RUGBY LIFE
Published annually by The Rugby Advertiser newspaper. Provides details of organisations and services throughout the Rugby area.
SCHOOL
Kilsby Church of England Primary School, Manor Road.
Headmistress - Mrs Fiona Clipson
School Secretary/Bursar - Mrs Julie Cox
Telephone 01788 822711
Governors - contact Mrs Helen Cheney.
Telephone 01788 823957
STEPHENSON COURT
Devon Ox Road, Kilsby.
Telephone 01788 822034 Stephenson Court is a Sheltered Housing Scheme of 29 flats, both single and double, for independent living in a communal setting. It is warden controlled with a warden on site Monday - Friday and a 24 hour emergency call system out of working hours. (The elderly persons’ bungalows in Devon Ox Road are also linked into this call system). Three days a week a Day Centre is held at Stephenson Court to which vulnerable adults, identified by Social Services, are transported for day care and a hot meal.
Village Charities – Moses Cowley, Kilsby Poor’s Land and Kilsby Townland Charities
These three village charities have their origins in land that was awarded to the Parish with the express purpose of generating an income for distribution amongst the poor for the relief of need. The Charities are administered by Trustees and nowadays the income is distributed to elderly people at Christmas time.Contact Clerk to the Charities – Janet Chappell.
Telephone 01788 822764.
VILLAGE EMPORIUM
This magazine is delivered free bi-monthly to every household in Kilsby along with a number of other villages in Warwickshire and Northamptonshire. It provides information on local companies and suppliers and local events.
VILLAGE SHOP
Kilsby Post Office and Stores, 11 Independent Street. Telephone 01788 824530.
VILLAGE HALL
The Village Hall is available for hire for functions by orgnisations or individuals in the village or elsewhere.Village Hall Committee - Secretary - Joan Bates. Telephone 01788 822846. Hire of Village Hall - contact Pam Preston. Telephone 01788 823184.
VILLAGE WEBSITE
www.kilsbyvillage.co.uk Webmaster - Don Attwell, 3 Middle Street, Kilsby. Telephone 01788 822018 e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
ORGANISATIONS, ACTIVITIES AND GROUPS
ALLOTMENTS
There are allotments situated about a quarter of a mile from the village up the Crick Bridle Path. The land belongs to Kilsby Poor’s Land Charity. Anyone wishing to rent an allotment should apply to the Clerk to the Charity – Janet Chappell. Telephone 01788 822764.
ART CLASSES
Held in the Village Hall on Wednesday afternoons. Contact Judy Baldy. Telephone 01788 823119.
BADMINTON
Barby Badminton Club meets on Wednesdays from 8.00 pm until 10.00 pm at Barby Village Hall. Pay as you play. Contact Richard Chillingsworth. Telephone 01788 890017.
BALLET
Classes on Thursday afternoons from 2.00 pm - 6.00 pm at Barby Village Hall, for girls and boys from age 2 upwards. Contact Laura Englert. Telephone 01788 565176.
BELL RINGERS
New bell-ringers of any age from 10 or 11 upwards would be very welcome. No previous experience is needed. Contact Pam Eve. Telephone 01788 822664.
BOOK GROUP
Meets every six weeks or so in members’ houses to discuss a pre-agreed book and other books members have enjoyed, in an informal atmosphere over coffee and wine.Contact Caroline Grey. Telephone 01788 824254 e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
BOWLS
Kilsby’s Indoor Bowling Club meets in the Village Hall on Wednesday evenings, at 7.30 pm from September to the end of June, with league matches beginning in October. New members are always welcome, whether or not they have bowled before.Contact Pam Preston. Telephone 01788 823184.
BRIDGE
Bridge sessions are held during school holidays in the Village Hall on Friday mornings from 10.00 am to 12.00 noon. At other times a group from Kilsby play bridge at the Percival Guildhouse in Rugby (see Adult Education page 4). Contact Pam Preston. Telephone 01788 823184.
BROWNIES
For girls aged 7 to 10 years. Meetings held at Kilsby School on Wednesdays, during term-time only, from 5.00 - 6.00 pm. Contact Julie Davies. Telephone 01788 824250.
CHRISTMAS TREE COMMITTEE
Organises the annual Christmas Tree event in the village, and also hires out gazebos.Contact Annabel Thompson. Telephone 01788 822619
CHOIR
St. Faith’s choir welcomes new members and can be booked for weddings etc.Contact Christine Clay. Telephone 01788 822373.
CRICKET
Barby Cricket Club, Barby Sports Field, Longdown Lane.Contact Will Seager. Telephone 01788 890063.Web-site www.barby.play-cricket.com
DOMINOES
The Red Lion on Mondays from 8.30 pm.Contact Reg Dunn. Telephone 01788 823148.
FOOTBALL
Rugby Town Junior Football Club, Kilsby Lane, Rugby.Teams for the under-7s upwards. Contact The Secretary, Rugby Town Football Club, 13 Percival Road, Rugby, CV22 5JS.Website: www.rugbytownfc.co.uk Crick Athletic, Crick Playingfield, Main Road, Crick.Teams from under-8s to Veterans, plus a Development Squad/Club for children aged 4-8 on Saturday mornings.Website: www.clubwebsite.co.uk/crickathleticfc/
GARDEN AND PRODUCE ASSOCIATION
Membership is open to all residents of Kilsby. Cost £3.00 per household (£1.50 for pensioners). Demonstrations and talks on horticultural and related topics, plus some trips. Annual show in September. Discounts on purchases of seeds, plants, shrubs, trees, and garden accessories.Contact Christine Clay. Telephone 01788 822373.
GUIDES
For girls aged over 10. Meetings held at Kilsby School on Wednesdays, during term-time only, from 7.15 - 8.30 pm. Contact Bernie Devonald. Telephone 01788 824625.
HISTORY SOCIETY
Focuses on the history of Kilsby and the surrounding area. Meets monthly, except during the summer, for talks, workshops, and exhibitions, usually in the Village Hall, and for guided walks.Contact Gill Mason. Telephone 01788 822658.
HORSE-RIDING
Woodbine Riding Stables BHS Approved, Grandborough Fields (one mile from Grandborough village).Open every day except Mondays. Lessons for children over the age of six.Proprietor Sue Ward. Telephone 01788 810068.
INVESTMENT CLUB
Provides the opportunity to learn more about the Stock Market and other forms of investment and try out various forms of investment. Meets monthly on a Monday night in The George. Contact Rob Chamberlain. Telephone 01788 823920.
JAZZ
Concerts three or four times a year, usually in the Village Hall.Contact Frank Janes. Telephone 01788 822751.
KATS (KILSBY AMATEUR THEATRICAL SOCIETY)
Present theatrical events - plays, revues, pantomimes etc. - once or twice a year in the Village Hall. New members always welcome - either to act or to work ‘behind the scenes’.Contact Mary Sparks. Telephone 01788 822893.
KILSBY SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
The Kilsby School Association is a registered charity which organises a number of fund-raising events for the school each year including the May Fayre, family barbeque, bingo evenings.Contact via the school office. Telephone 01788 822711. E-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
MARTIAL ARTS
Classes for all ages held at Kilsby Village Hall and other locations. Contact Master Woon or Claire Woon. Telephone 07733 008207. Website www.wunetangacademy.com
M.G. CLUB
Meets on the first Tuesday of each month at The Red Lion from 7.30 pm and is always pleased to see new members with MGs or any other classic cars. Contact Terry Baulch. Telephone 01788 822566.
PLAYTIME
Toys, books and activities for children from babies up to school age. Tea, coffee and chat for mums, dads, grandparents and childminders. Kilsby Village Hall 9.45 am - 11.45 am every Monday during term-time.Contact Sarah Wurr or Susan Hussey. Telephone 01788 823571(Sarah) or 823079 (Susan).
PRE-SCHOOL
For children aged 2 to 5 years. Open every weekday morning in the grounds of Kilsby Primary School.Contact Sara Lawrence. Telephone 07913 848617.
PUB SKITTLES
The Red Lion from 8.30 pm on Wednesdays.Contact Tony Bingham. Telephone 01788 822097.
RAINBOWS
For girls aged 5 to 7 years. Meetings held at Kilsby School on Wednesdays, during term-time only, from 6.00 pm - 7.15 pm. Contact Julie Davies. Telephone 01788 824250.
RAMBLING
Ramblers Association Rugby Group. Contact Brian Aspinall. Telephone 01788 816042.
ROYAL BRITISH LEGION - BRAUNSTON AND DISTRICT BRANCH
Contact Ted Worster. Telephone 01788 823489.
ST, FAITH’S SOCIAL COMMITTEE
Organises coffee mornings and a variety of other social events to raise money for St. Faith’s Church. Also provides coffee and other refreshments after the 10.00 am services at St. Faith’s.Contact Pauline Dalton. Telephone 01788 822719.
SCOUTS
For boys aged 10½ upwards. Meets every Thursday in the Village Hall from 7.00 pm.Contact Simon Fleming. Telephone (mobile) 07795 484993.E-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
TENNIS
Courts are in the grounds of the Village Hall. Kilsby Tennis Club welcomes adult and junior members. Opportunity for play at all standards and for coaching. Club, match, and tournament play, and social activities. Contact Ron Mason. Telephone 01788 822883.
TWINNING ASSOCIATION
Kilsby is twinned with Héricy near Paris. As well as exchange visits with our twin village, the Association runs various functions, including wine-tasting evenings, quiz nights, and ‘running dinners’. Contact Sylvia Hatton. Telephone 01788 822411
UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE
Organisation of active, retired /semi retired people who meet to share skills and learn new thingsSecretary: Mrs Val Aspeling. Telephone 01788 576993.
UNITED REFORMED CHURCH TUESDAY GUILD
Meets fortnightly at 2.15 pm for talks on a wide variety of subjects and some social events. Anyone who would like to join in the fun and fellowship and also enjoy a chat over a cup of tea would be very welcome. Contact Beryl Lees. Telephone 01788 823752.
WHIST
Whist drives are held in the Kilsby Room of the Village Hall at 7.30 pm on Saturday evenings.Contact Pam Preston. Telephone 01788 823184.
WI
Meets on the second Wednesday of every month, in the Village Hall, at 7.30 pm. Speakers, demonstrations, outings.Contact Barbara Marlow. Telephone 01788 822466.
YOGAHatha yoga class Mondays 7.00 pm - 8.00 pm at the Village Hall. Beginners welcome.Contact Diane. Telephone 0776 3932117.
Original cover artwork by Rosemary Gibbs
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