September/October
September/October
2014
2014
Ceres and District Diary
A newsletter for the people of Ceres and District
Autumn...the year's last, loveliest smile
Ceres Bowling Club
Contribution from Paul Taylor
“Turf from Earlshall estate, sand from Balmullo and
Tentsmuir, an ex-Army hut from Ladybank, part of
Ceres Church glebe, a modern bull-dozer, a Chance Inn
clerk of works, and dozens of willing helpers from
Ceres. Those were the ingredients used in the making
of the new Bowling Green and pavilion which were
opened last Saturday at Ceres. And the recipe? Plainly
– the will to work.”
This is how a long newspaper article began, to mark
the opening of the new bowling green in Ceres in 1951
– and “the will to work” has clearly paid off, with
Ceres bowlers enjoying the use of the bowling green
consistently ever since. Let’s reminisce with further
extracts from this same article:
“The village which had sent so many of its menfolk to
the Battle of Bannockburn, again showed the stuff it
was made of when tackling this latest venture. For
three years the local bowling enthusiasts have toiled,
assisted by every village in one way or another.
The story really begins away back before the war. At
that time Ceres had a Bowling Club, without a green. A
comparative newcomer to the place – an enthusiastic
bowler – made a suggestion and then a few enquiries
and soon the tennis lawns at Woodburne, the
residence of Capt. Athole Laing, were fulfilling the
dual role, for the Ceres bowlers eventually found
themselves “rollin’ the bools” over that well-kept
green sward. Makeshift, maybe, but joy-making,
nevertheless.
The war put an end to any idea about the village
having its own green and when the Club got together
again at the end of the war, they found themselves
playing on every other Club’s green but never one
they could call their own. So, while full of gratitude
towards their fellow-bowlers for allowing them to use
their greens, the Ceres men resolved that Ceres would
have a green of its own.
First hint of assistance came from what would have
been termed in other places an unexpected quarter –
the Church. Knowing the Church was willing to help,
the bowlers made a formal request for part of the
church glebe, and got it.
Then two men – to prove of the greatest importance –
were approached. One was Provost John Nairn,
Ladybank, and the other, Mr W. Martin, a Chance Inn
contractor and member of the Club. The first supplied
the huge bulldozer which levelled off the part of the
glebe chosen as the site for the green, while to the
latter fell the job of clerk of works, entailing the
supervision of the many pairs of willing hands in the
making of the green.”
The article goes on to describe the delights of the
“Red Letter Day” of the grand opening:
“In view of all that honest endeavour, it was not
surprising that Saturday was a “red letter day” in the
life of the village. The weather was in gracious mood,
and the opening ceremony and matches which
followed were held in blazing sunshine – a good
omen.
Under the verandah of “the house that Ceres Built” on
a white-covered table was the Rose Bowl for annual
competition by men, presented to the Club by Miss
Anderson, Ceres, some years ago; the new trophy
presented by Mrs. Kermack, Edinburgh (whose
husband was born and bred in the village), and known
as the Kermack Cup, for annual competition by lady
members; and the silver jack which opened the green
and which was presented by the Rev. David L. Seath,
Eaglesham, a Ceres “laddie.” Along with the lastmentioned went a miniature trophy also to be
competed for annually.”
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Accordion Music Class
Music reading ability would be useful but is not essential as Tuition will be given. All levels very welcome.
Contact: Kennoway Primary and Community School 01333 659420 or Stewart Warrender 01333 350145
70th Ceres Beaver Scouts
Ceres Beaver Scouts meet on Thursday nights in the Memorial Hall, Ceres. If your child is now (or will be
soon) between the ages of 6 and 8 then come along for a taster session. Please email our Beaver Scout
Leader to arrange this. Contact: Becky Ballantyne ceres.beaver.scouts@googlemail.com
Ceres Hill Walking Club
The Club meets on the last Wednesday in the month at 8.00pm at the Howe of Fife Rugby Club.
All are welcome please contact: Jill Scott j.scott154@btinternet.com for more information.
Ceres Nursery Trust - Lunch Club
Children at Ceres Nursery have the opportunity to stay over lunchtime and eat a packed lunch under the
supervision of two trained members of staff from 11.30-1pm. The Lunch Club is open to children attending
morning/afternoon nursery sessions. The lunch club costs £5.50 a session. Contact: Gillian 01334 828592 or
haackers@talktalk.net
Music Tuition
One to one lessons on violin or piano (violins available for hire: all sizes).
Please contact Ronwen Underwood BA LRSM on 01334 828838
Ceres Under 5’s Group
An informal group of parents, carers and children meet on Tuesday and Thursday mornings in Ceres
Memorial Hall 9.30am -11.15am. £2.50 per session. Contact; Maria Sanchez on 01334 829446 or
majosan3103@hotmail.com.
Cupar Choral Society
The Cupar Choral Society holds rehearsals on Monday evenings at 7.30pm in St John’s Church Hall.
Contact: David Hughes Hallett 01334 829 333 for more information.
Diamond Allstar Cheerleaders
Diamond Allstar Cheerleaders cater for both girls and boys of all abilities ages 5 years and up. Cheerleading
is a fun way to exercise using dance, stunting and tumbling. There are three qualified coaches teaching the
group. The first class is free and then £2.50 per session thereafter. We meet on Thursdays 6.00-7.00pm at
Castlehill Primary School.
Please contact Maureen Maxwell 01334 828990
Royal British Legion – Ceres and District Branch
The Royal British Legion Ceres Branch has over 35 members and meets on the 3rd Tuesday of every second
month in the Session Hall at 7pm. Anyone interested please get in contact with Pat Robb 01334 828678
St Andrews Chorus
St Andrews Chorus meets at the Physics Lecture Theatre, North Haugh, St Andrews. No auditions
necessary, all are welcome provided you can hold a tune and enjoy singing. For more information visit our
website http://www.saint-andrews.co.uk/sac/
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Cupar and the Howe of Fife Twinning
If you or your group are interested in exchanges or contact with Ste Ménehould, France, please visit our
website: www.howefife2005.wix.com/twinningcupar or email: howefife2005@yahoo.co.uk
Yoga Plus
A Yoga-based blend of bodywork practices for men and women. We meet at The Strathkinness Church Hall
on Mondays at 7.30pm. Please contact Anna Caplan on 01334 850060
Zumba
Zumba class in Memorial Hall on Monday 6.30 – 7.30pm and Wednesday 6.30 - 7.30pm each evening. £3 per
class, everyone welcome to join in the fun. Instructor Kate Nicoll, contact no. 07812 736647.
Ceres Lace Group
Meeting every Saturday 2.00 – 4.30pm every Saturday at Craigrothie Hall.
Children and Gentlemen are very welcome. Please contact: Mary Lawrie 01334 828696
Highland Dancing Classes
Open to children of all ages from Nursery upwards. The classes run every Monday evening from 5.30 pm to
6.15 pm and cost £3.00 per class. Come along and try. All welcome. Contact Kirsty Roberts 07791 784928
Telephone; 01337840319
Hatters & Co are now at
Fife Folk Museum
Mobile; 07771615048
Email; stella@hatterscatering.com
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Ladies, Gents & Children’s
MSM Regatta Jackets, Casual
Footwear, Sandals, Slippers, Socks & T-Shirts
28a Crossgates
Cupar
KY15 7TQ
07572 261165
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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT CERES MEMORIAL HALL
MONDAY
SCOTTISH DANCING 5.30 – 6.15
TUESDAY
UNDER 5’s GROUP
UNDER 5’s GROUP
6.30 – 7.30pm
ZUMBA
6.30 – 7.30pm
9.15 – 11.00 am
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
ZUMBA
9.15 – 11.00 am
BEAVERS, CUBS and SCOUTS 6.30 – 7.30pm
Please contact Vikki Evans for all information on 01334 828478.
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT CRAIGROTHIE HALL
7.30 – 8.30pm
MONDAY
PILATES
TUESDAY
YOGA
WEDNESDAY
TAEKWON-DO KIDS 6.10 – 7.00pm
FRIDAY
CHINA PAINTING
SATURDAY
CERES LACE GROUP
10.15 – 11.30am CRAFT CLASS 2.00 – 4.00pm (2nd Tuesday of the month SWRI)
fortnightly
TAEKWON-DO ADULTS
7.00 – 8.10pm
2.00 – 3.00pm
2.00 – 4.30pm
To hire the Hall please contact Irene on 01334 828684
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Seasons of Ceres
Summer days are shortening now and the days already feel autumnal. The tubs, troughs and open planted areas have
done very well this year and are still looking good, though need a lot of feeding to keep them going as long as possible.
Within the last few weeks Ceres has been assessed by both Beautiful Fife and Beautiful Scotland judges and we are
delighted to have retained our 'Silver Gilt' award from Beautiful Fife. We entered Beautiful Scotland for the first time this
year and on Friday we learned that we had achieved a 'Silver' award which, when competing with many in the 'large
villages' category throughout the country, is a very satisfactory result. We look forward to the detailed feedback which
will follow in the next few weeks.
Next week we are meeting to discuss ideas for winter planting, as well as progressing other projects, more of which will
be in our next update. In the meantime, we must enjoy what is left of the summer in our beautiful village.
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Church and Community Film Group
Friday 10th October at 7.00pm in the Manse.
“The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” 1969
A headstrong young teacher in a private school in 1930s Edinburgh ignores the curriculum and influences
her impressionable 12 year old charges with her over-romanticized world view.
This session, I hope to foster a bit more informal discussion. So, please come along with your memories of
school days and teachers, the inspiring as well as the terrifying.
I also hope to give a wee bit biography on Muriel Spark, Jean Brodie’s creator.
Suggestions/offers of DVD’s will be gratefully received. Please contact Jim Campbell 01334 829350
CKS Youth Club
CKS Sunday School
Meets every Friday at
7.00pm in the Session Hall.
P7 and upwards.
Come and chill with the
young folk of Ceres.
We meet in Ceres Church at
11.00am and then go to the
hall about 11.30. All children
aged 5 -12 are welcome.
Contact Sarah Wood on
07758604769
The Monday Soup and
Toasties
In the Session House on
Mondays. Come and have a
blether and warm up
12.00 – 1.30 starting up on
6th October 2014.
Ceres Butcher
Your Salon in Cupar for
relaxing aroma therapy
massages, waxing, facials,
manicures, San Tropez tans
massages, etc.
Contact 01334 844999 or
www.blossom-beauty.co.uk
for special offers.
Located next to the Spar
with home delivery
service available. We
have a 24 hour answering
service.
Please call 01334 828229
or
www.ceresbutcher.co.uk
Anstruther Self Catering Cottage
Sleeps 2, weekly let.
Contact: Grant Robertson 01334 828029
Ceres Holiday Cottages
Contact: www.cottages4you.co.uk - property ref numbers:
Curlew Cottage Ref No.23507 - Kirkbank Cottage Ref No.18951
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THE CERES INN
The Ceres Inn provides a selection of
homemade food daily with a wide range of
starters, main courses and desserts available
to tempt your taste buds. Our chef insists on
using locally sourced produce whenever
possible so customers can expect quality,
value for money fare. Food can either be
enjoyed in the warm atmosphere of the
Restaurant with access to the Beer Garden
and Car Park or upstairs in the friendly bar.
All tastes and needs are catered for including
those of children for whom we provide a
separate menu. High chairs can also be
provided for our younger visitors.
The Ceres Inn
The Cross, Ceres, Fife
KY15 5NE
01334 828 305
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What’s on at the Ceres Inn
Friday 12th September - Wine Tasting with St
Andrews Wine Company (Italian Wines).
Saturday 13 September - Open Folk Music Session
Dates to be confirmed during late September or
October for- Steak Night, Gin Tasting and Italian
Night.
info@ceresinn.co.uk
Why not look after
Someone’s dog
While they’re away.
Become a host with
Barking Mad
It’s great fun, all of the benefits of dog
ownership without the emotional or
financial commitment. We carefully
match dogs to your home.
BarkingMad.uk.com
03333 44 33 53
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Ceres Bowling Club 1951
Blackie Boi the talking Peke
Do you remember meeting Blackie Boi the talking Peke owned by David Beattie in the 1950’s? We would like to
write an article about this notable Ceres resident in a future issue of the Diary.
“Blackie Boi the renowned talking dog” was apparently a guest of honour at the opening of the Bowling Club.
His owner helped to raise funds by charging visitors to see him and hear him talk. However, apparently “Blackie
Boi could not be induced to “say a few words” and, amid laughter, Mr Pryde informed his audience that the Peke
had confided in him that in view of the fact there were present at the ceremony with two Provosts, two
ministers and a host of ladies, how was he expected to get a word in!”
If you know any stories about Blackie Boi, please send them to us at ceresdiary@hotmail.co.uk
Ceres Duck Races Winners
Race 1
Race 2
Race 3
1st
Mhari Redmond
Mungo Preston
Anne Marie Holdsworth
2nd
A Park
Rian Stewart
Jim Braid
3rd
Alison Gillespie
Christopher Knight
Luke Sweeney
The Duck Races raised £215 and the Quiz Night £960 towards the village defibrillator and Senior Citizen’s Outing.
Well done to everyone involved in the organisation of both events.
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70th Fife Scouts
This term the Scouts are going Canoeing and we plan both
twilight and night-time hikes. We will also be brushing up on
our fire starting skills and plan to be outside as much as
possible while the weather is still reasonable....
We are now up to 4 Patrols but still have room for more !
Ceres Scouts meet on Thursday nights in the Memorial Hall,
Ceres at 7.30. If your child is now (or will be soon) between
the ages of 10 and 14 then come along for a taster session.
Please email our Scout Leader to arrange this.
Contact: Ian Brown on 828581 or ceres.scouts@gmail.com
70th Ceres Cubs
Cubs this term are working towards their Global Conservation
badge learning about endangered species and putting up owl
boxes around the village. Also a cycle ride at Tentsmuir and the
Map Reading badge at Tarvit Mansion House. With the 100 year
anniversary of the First World War the Cubs will be working
towards the Memorial badge.
Contact: Richard Haacker 828592 ceres.cub.scouts@gmail.com
Friends of Craighall Den
Recently, a small number of volunteers have been working in Craighall Den with the support of
the Fife Coast and Countryside Trust Ranger. We have cleared a lot of the dead wood, pruned
trees, removed debris from the burn, repaired paths and cleared muddy patches. We have also
created wildlife habitats in order to encourage bio-diversity. In time, we will develop a
management plan for this Site of Special Scientific Interest in order to maintain it as an
environment for flora, fauna and human visitors alike.
Our next volunteer day is Saturday 20th September , meeting at 1:00pm in the Den car park.
Why not come along and offer your help – just one hour can really make a difference. No tools
required.
Please contact Phil on ceresdiary@hotmail.co.uk
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Pick up a copy…
The Ceres and District
Diary is available from the
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Griselda Hill Pottery
Ceres Church
Ceres Butcher
Laminated copies are also
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Ceres and District Community Council (CDCC)
News
The next meeting will be on Monday 15th September 2014,
in Craigrothie Village Hall.
The full minutes of all CDCC meetings are posted on the Community notice
Board in the Ceres Car Park and are emailed out to everyone on the Diary
email list, they can also be viewed on
The Ceres and District Diary Facebook Page.
Meetings are open to all members of the Community.
Contact: Robert I.G.Scott (Hon.Secretary) 01334 829178
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Fife Folk Museum (during
the season)
Ceres Inn
Ceres Memorial Hall
Craigrothie Hall
White Chimneys
The Villager Tea Room
Robert Louis Stevenson's poem from
"A Child's Garden of Verses" which
he wrote while on holiday in
Braemar in 1881. This poem is
written from the point of view of a
child.
The Hayloft
Through the pleasant meadow-side
The grass grew shoulder high,
Till the shining scythes went far and
wide
And cut it down to dry.
The green and sweetly smelling
crops
They led the waggons home;
And they piled them here in
mountain tops
For mountaineers to roam.
Here is Mount Clear, Mount RustyNail,
Mount Eagle and Mount High:The mice that in these mountains
dwell,
No happier than I!
O what joy to clamber there,
O what a place for play,
With the sweet, the dim, the dusty
air,
The happy hills of hay.
if you require more information.
Ceres Primary School
26th September - Open Afternoon for all parents/carers
30th September - Parent Interviews (evening)
1st October - Individual and Family Photographs
2nd October - Parent Interviews (afternoon)
10th October - Last day of term
27th October - First day of new term
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