FREE BRIGG LIVE MUSIC GIG TO ENJOY THIS WEEKEND

There will be a big attendance on Saturday (May 6) for a live music gig at a Brigg town centre venue.
Local band The Dirty Pitchers will be performing Bripop at the Barn.
The venue is behind the Nelthorpe Arms, off Bridge Street (close to the County Bridge).
The lads will be playing tunes made famous by the likes of Oasis, Blur, Plulp, Shed Seven, Stone Roses, Arctic Monkeys, Green Day... and others.
Get to the venue for 7pm - admission is free.

Our picture shows The Dirty Pitchers performing a recent gig at the Britannia Inn, Brigg, which was very well received.

BRIGG IS POPULAR TWO-WHEEL GATEWAY TO THE WOLDS

 

You sometimes see Brigg described as being The Gateway to the Wolds, the aim of the slogan being to inform visitors and tourists, most of whom arrive in our town by car - seven days a week - or passenger train only on Saturdays.
However, Brigg is also the gateway to the hills of Lincolnshire for enthusiasts of two-wheel transport.
Yesterday morning We saw a Parka-wearing group aboard vintage scooters negotiating the Monument roundabout, heading off along the A1084 towards Bigby and the Wolds.
During warmer months, motor-cyclists, in their leathers, also take this route, either to ride roads and leafy lanes in the hills or to journey to Cadwell Park, near Louth, to spectate at one of the historic Lincolnshire race circuit's meetings.
A good many scooter owners and bikers stop off in Brigg for refreshments.
The White Horse pub (Wetherspoon's) is a popular spot, with motor-cycles and scooters propped up on the paved area near the front of the hostelry.
Years ago, of course, nearby Ks Corner Cafe - now occupied by the China Garden takeaway - was a renowned meeting place for devotees of two-wheel transport.
In case you missed our recent post about Brigg Bike Night 2017 it will be held on Friday, July 7, in the town centre
Machines - and owners - of all ages will be meeting up to enjoy this impressive, free spectacle.
Some of them will be riding into Brigg from the Wolds, which will make a nice change.

PICTURED: Above - bikers tackling Bigby Hill along the A1084 from Brigg to Caistor; below - machines of various makes outside the Nelthorpe Arms, during Brigg Bike Night 2016.

BRIGG TOWN CLERK VACANCY - APPLY BY MAY 8

 

Brigg Town Council is looking to appoint a Town Clerk.
The vacancy follows the resignation of Claire Davis, the current holder of the post.
Based at the Angel Suite, the job pays £19,378 for a 27-hour week.
Applications need to be received by noon on Monday, May 8.
They must include a CV and covering letter.
Applications can be sent by email to enquiries@briggmarkettown.co.uk or by post to Coun Carl Sherwood, chairman, Brigg Town Council Personnel Committee, Angel Suite, Exchange Place, Brigg, DN20 8LD.
View full details of the Town Clerk vacancy through this link...

Our picture shows a monthly meeting of Brigg Town Council under way in the Angel Suite.

BRIGG HOUSING & LEISURE PLANS SUPPORTED

Brigg Town Council's Planning & Environment Committee considered two housing developments and one involving sport during its latest meeting in the Angel Suite.
It is supporting all three applications, on which final decisions will now be made by North Lincolnshire Council planners.

• Application to change a single dwelling back into two dwellings with rear single storey extension - 23 Albert Street.
• Application to erect a single-storey extension to form an annexe, 34 Almond Grove.
• Application to increase the height of existing hockey pitch fencing using netting up to 6m behind the goals and 5m to sides - Recreation Ground, off Wrawby Road. 

PICTURED: Brigg Recreation Ground from the air by Neil Stapleton.

BRIGG RUNNERS-UP IN NATIONAL HOCKEY COMPETITION TODAY

Brigg Hockey Club were beaten 3-1 by Southampton in this afternoon's final of the national Hockey Vase, played in London.
The half-time score was 1-0 to the south coast side.
This was the biggest hockey match in the history of the Brigg club, founded in the 1920s.
Finishing runners-up in the national knockout competition is a great achievement.
The men's first team and its officials should feel very proud!

LINDSEY LODGE HOSPICE TO BENEFIT FROM CHARITY EVENT AT BRIGG TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB

A charity event for Lindsey Lodge Hospice will take place on Saturday, May 6 at The Hawthorns - home ground of Brigg Town Football Club.
Jolly Miller FC (Wrawby) will be playing Red Star Bonby for the Angel Memorial Trophy (KO 4.30pm).
Admission tickets can be bought in advance for £5 and will cost £6 on the day.
Following the game, at 6.30pm, there will be a raffle (with many fantastic prizes) and an auction
Jolly Miller FC has set a target of £2,000 to help with funding of care and equipment for the Hospice in Scunthorpe, which serves North Lincolnshire and has a charity shop in Brigg town centre. 
Raffle tickets are now on sale at the Jolly Miller.

REMEMBERING ADRIAN GIBBONS AT BRIGG CHARITY FOOTBALL MATCH TOMORROW

Your support will be very welcome tomorrow at Brigg Town Football Club which is the venue for a charity match at the Hawthorns.
It's in memory of the Zebras' former player and Sir John Nelthorpe School teacher, Adrian Gibbons, and kicks off at 4pm.
All funds raised through the match and raffle will be donated to the British Heart Foundation.
You can still reach the ground on foot via Hawthorn Avenue or by car from Wrawby Road (past the Recreation Ground). Extensive parking is available.
We hope very much to see you there.
Read our March 2014 Tribute to Adrian Gibbons - Brigg teacher, fine footballer & family man

TICKETS ON SALE IN BRIGG FOR COMEDY

Tickets are on sale at the Tourist Information Centre in Brigg Market Place's Buttercross for a comedy production. But don't delay...
Fringe Benefits opened last night at Broughton Village Hall.
It's also being performed tonight and tomorrow at 7.30pm.
Broughton Dramatic Society is staging Fringe Benefits and has cast members from Brigg and district.
Tickets cost £6 and will also be available on the door tonight and tomorrow, Sunday.

NEW TRIATHLON EVENT IN BRIGG AREA TOMORROW

There's a new sports event - the Ancholme Sprint Triathlon - coming up in Brigg tomorrow morning (Sunday, April 30) which many people will want to watch.
It is based at the Ancholme Leisure Centre, Scawby Brook.
Competitors will undertake a 400m pool swim, a 20k cycle ride and a 5k run - the later sections taking in Brigg streets.
The event is being organised by FastFWDSports.
Many competitors - men and women - have signed up to take part, including some from the Brigg area, Scunthorpe, North East Lincolnshire and further afield.
Swimming will be from 8am.
Find out more through this link to the organisers' website... 

COST OF HIRING POPULAR BRIGG COMMUNITY VENUE WILL BE REVIEWED

Brigg Town Council is reviewing the current scale of charges for hiring its Angel Suite community venue.
This looks like including comparisons with alternative facilities available locally.
Since the mid-1990s the Angel Suite has been available to individuals, groups, families and companies to book for a wide range of uses, including after-wedding functions, meetings, formal dinners and celebrations of various kinds.
There is a fully-fitted kitchen and a bar (pictured below), which can be opened for use when required.
A review of charges was listed on the agenda at the Town Council's April meeting, held at the venue on Monday evening.
Coun Rob Waltham suggested councillors needed more time - perhaps several months - to consider a detailed issue.
Coun Deb Dunderdale thought that, overall, the hire charges seemed expensive.
Coun Mike Storey felt the council would need to consider how often the Suite was used and by whom. The review needed to take a "business-driven" approach, while taking into account community useage.
"We have really got to look at this very carefully," he added.
Coun Chris Dyson said they needed to know what other venues were charging.
Coun Jane Kitching said collecting such information would be "a big task" taking some time.
Deputy Town Clerk, Alison Hannath, said the cost of staging a wedding-related function at the Angel was 'reasonable' compared to some others.
Coun Waltham's proposal to defer the review of charges for debate at a future meeting was agreed. 

BRIGG GARDENING TALK ON ALPINES

FROM JILL DAWSON, CLUB SECRETARY

Could you please give us the following mention on your Brigg Blog:
Brigg & District Gardening Club's next meeting will take place on Thursday, 4th May at 7.30pm in the Methodist Church Hall, Brigg.  
The speaker will be Rob Potterton and his subject will be Alpines.
We will also have a plant exchange - bring along you excess plants and seedlings and swop them for something different. 
Entrance is free to members, non-members pay £2.
For more information, please contact Mrs P Bowness on 01652 688058.

BRIGG COMMUNITY AWARD WINNER

Peter Jacklin has kindly forwarded this picture of himself holding his coveted Joseph J. Magrath services to the community award, recently presented by Brigg Town Council in the Angel Suite.
Although we included a picture of him receiving his award from Town Mayor Coun Ann Eardley during the presentation ceremony, we did not have a "stock" image to hand of Peter when we gave the list of winners when they were announced in March. However, we did include pictures of all the others.
Peter gained the award for his work as a volunteer driver and Transport Manager with Brigg & District Gateway Club, together with taking on the additional role as Treasurer and helping out with any other job that arises within the club.
The other recipients were:
Chris Darlington – for his continued support for the Brigg Community over many years, including his activities in support of LIVES, Brigg Town Business Partnership, Brigg Live Arts, Rotary Club and various music festivals. 
Karen Deeley - for her efforts in raising the profile of the Women’s Institute and in particular for the recent Christmas community event which she took the lead on, arranging the food, transport, entertainment and other volunteers. 
Andrew Markham, Zoe Hall & Lesley Whitehand of Brigg Pancreatic Cancer Group – for their regular activities in promoting awareness of and raising funds for this virulent form of cancer.
Belated apologies to Peter: Brigg Blog has a very extensive archive of pictures built up over many years, but somehow he had managed to escaped our lens!

BRIGG AHEAD OF THE GAME IN SELLING TICKETS

Take your hat off to Brigg for being ahead of the game when it comes to advance publicity.
In the town centre, we spied a notice about a forthcoming fashion show, called Glitz and Glamour - Getting Ready for a Party.
Then we noticed this presentation by costume historian Meredith Towne is not until Friday, October 27.
The event will be at Broughton Village Hall (refreshments from 7.15pm, presentation at 8pm).
Admission costs £10 for Women's Institute members and £13 for non-members.
You can book tickets and obtain further details from the Women's Institute Federation Office at 10 Queen Street, Brigg. Call 01652 653641 or email lincshumbfwi@gmail.com
"An evening not to be missed, so book early," say the organisers.
And that explains why posters are already publicising the event.

LIVE MUSIC AT BRIGG PUB TONIGHT

The Mons Wheeler Band will be performing at a Brigg pub tonight, Friday.
This gig is in the newly-refurbished barn at the Nelthorpe Arms, Bridge Street.
Rock and roll fans should get there by 8pm.
Free admission.

BRIGG TEAM IN NATIONAL FINAL TOMORROW: WE HOPE TO BRING YOU SCORE UPDATES FROM THE GROUND

Brigg Hockey Club will play its biggest ever match tomorrow (Saturday, April 29) - the final of the national Hockey Vase competition in London.
A team from Southampton stands between Brigg and the prestigious trophy.
The venue for the final from 1pm is the the Valley Sports Centre.
Brigg Blog is hoping to receive score updates from the ground, supplied by one or two followers of the team who are going down to spectate. If so, we will share them with our followers as the final progresses.
Andrew Markham, a veteran goalkeeper with the club, wrote to Brigg Town Council about the club's achievement.
His letter was considered during the April meeting, held on Monday night in the Angel Suite.
If Brigg triumph in the final, we expect the Town Council will be sending its congratulations through the Town Mayor.
Brigg Town FC twice won the FA Vase - football's famous equivalent of the national hockey competition. 
So let's hope for what will be a magnificent sporting hat-trick. 

Our picture shows Brigg (green shirts) in action during their quarter-final win on the new floodlit "Blue Astro" pitch at the Recreation Ground, provided by North Lincolnshire Council.

BRIGG & THE OVO ENERGY TOUR OF BRITAIN CYCLING RACE

The official race route for a major cycling event coming to North Lincolnshire has yet to be confirmed, North Lincolnshire Council is stressing.
Soon after Brigg Blog posted news about the event very early on Wednesday morning, without the route included, people were sharing links on social media to what were suggested to be the race route, showing it heading through Brigg for interested townsfolk to watch.
We raised this with the council. However, a spokeswoman for the authority made it clear: "We are holding a local launch event in Brigg on 6 May to announce the route that the riders will take around North Lincolnshire. 
"The maps that are available online show an outline route but this isn't the official route. 
"At the launch event we will announce all the locations that the cyclists will pass through."
Brigg Blog has been told we're on the list for an invitation to the launch in Brigg next week.
Here's a link to our earlier post which gives extensive details about the OVO Energy Tour of Britain...

ANCHOLME RIVER FESTIVAL WILL DRAW CROWDS TO BRIGG

 

Make a note of the date of the Ancholme River Festival 2017  - a FREE Brigg event to enjoy.
The Ancholme River Trust's festival will be held on Saturday, May 27, from 10am.
Visit the Market Place and go on to take in visit events on/near the River Ancholme.
Attractions will include:

• A chance to try canoeing, rowing and kayaking
• Fishing
• Cycling
• A boat trip to Glanford Boat Club, on Island Carr, to join in its 'fun for all the family' weekend.

Also heavily involved in the River Festival will be Ancholme Rowing Club, off Manley Gardens (pedestrian entry from Bridge Street).

Pictures from a previous River Festival by Ken Harrison, of Brigg Matters Magazine.

Brigg and Goole MP Andrew Percy, right, getting some angling tips from Coun Mike Storey

WARNING TO BRIGG DRIVERS - WATCH OUT FOR LEVEL CROSSING CLOSURE

 

Network Rail will be carrying out work on a level crossing, which means it will be closed to vehicular traffic for a time this weekend.
Drivers in the Brigg area are being alerted to the closure of North Kelsey Moor level crossing - on the railway route from Barnetby to Lincoln - on Saturday/Sunday, April 29/30.
Brigg Blog's thanks go to Lincolnshire County Council highways for informing us in advance so we can share the information.

TWO EVENTS: BRIGG SINGERS IN CONCERT & A FRENCH CUISINE NIGHT

Here's a reminder from David Carrick about an event involving the Brigg Singers that's coming up tomorrow (Saturday, April 29).
They will be at Hibaldstow Village Hall from 7.30pm, performing at a fundraising Spring Concert, in aid of the Hibaldstow Room at Lindey Lodge Hospice.
There's a French night coming up tomorrow (April 29) at  the College Yard Cafe, in Brigg town centre, featuring well-known chef Ward Burkill, with sittings at 5pm, 7pm and 9pm.

Call 01652 408715 or call in at the College Yard eatery for further details. 

4 HOME EXTENSIONS PLANNED IN BRIGG AREA

House extensions are proving popular in the Brigg area at present, with four applications for permission recently being submitted.

• Erect a two-storey side and rear extension, 41 St Helens Road, Brigg
• Erect a single-storey rear extension, Ingleby, Brigg Road, Wrawby
• Erect a porch extension, single storey extension to rear following demolition of existing detached garage, 13 Manor Drive, Scawby
• Erect a single storey rear extension, Conifers, 89 Ermine Street, Broughton

All four applications will now be considered by the local planning authority, North Lincolnshire Council.

SUPPORT FOR PLAN TO BUILD 8 NEW HOMES IN BRIGG

Brigg Town Council is supporting a private developer's plan to build eight new homes in the town.
During its latest meeting in the Angel Suite on Monday night, the Town Council's Planning & Environment Committee considered an application seeking outline permission to erect eight dwellings "with associated and ancillary infrastructure" on land near Engine Street, close to what was once Barnard Street.
Committee chairman Coun Mike Storey described the site as open land, near to where an ironworks once stood.
"It's within our brief to try and get some houses built in Brigg," he said. "It's a good site."
The committee agreed to support the application.
A final decision will be made, in due course, by North Lincolnshire Council, the local planning authority.
The Barnard Street/Engine Street area of the town is just a stone's throw from the A18 along Bridge Street.
Our thanks go to Ken Harrison, of Brigg Matters Magazine, for pointing out that the helpful tourist information boards located in the town centre include an old map showing when there was a great deal of housing in this part of town, including Barnard Street. Also featured is the interestingly-named Happy Land (see top left of the illustration). The map  must show how things were more than 100 years ago.

BRIGG BIN COLLECTIONS OVER THE MAY BANK HOLIDAY - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

 

With another bank holiday  next week, Brigg householders need to be aware when North Lincolnshire Council will be calling to empty their waste bins - and which are going to be picked up.
If yours is among the many Brigg households which receive a Tuesday collection, note that the following will be emptied on May 2:

• Brown garden waste bin
• Burgundy plastic and cardboard bin

Tuesday, May 9 will see the next emptying of green or black general waste wheelie bins, blue paper boxes, green bins containing cans & glass,  plus bags of textiles (if you have one of these).

LONG-DISTANCE RAIL TRAVELLER USES ICONIC BRIGG LINE

 

In his Friends of the Brigg Line Blog report for services which operated on Saturday, April 22, Paul Johnson notes  people from outside our area taking the early train to visit the monthly farmers' market, organised by North Lincolnshire Council.
There was also one traveller aboard who had read about the Brigg line online and ventured north from Stevenage, in Hertfordshire.
Read Paul's detailed report in full through this link...
The pictures used here were taken by David Barrett at the Cadney Road railway bridge over the Old River Ancholme. Our thanks to the photographer and to Paul Johnson for forwarding the images.
Remember that trains will be running along the iconic Brigg line this Saturday, April 29.
There are three in each direction to Cleethorpes and Sheffield. You can also take a train from Brigg station to Barnetby and then change trains for Lincoln to enjoy some hours in the county capital.

BRIGG ELECTION RESULTS

 

Elections were held in Brigg during the Annual Meeting of Parishioners and the Annual Parochial Church Meeting.
The following were elected to posts at St John's Church, in the town centre:
CHURCHWARDENS: Mrs S. Hoel-Hiles, Mr S. Nightingale.
LAY MEMBERS OF THE DEANERY SYNOD: Mrs P. Braithwaite, Dr D.R. Illman.
LAY MEMBERS OF THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL: Mr S. Etty, Mrs D. Crosby, Mr J. Noel-Hiles, Mrs M. Etty, Mr C. Illman, Mrs C. Ballard.

BORDER CLASSIC CAR RUN 2017 COMING UP IN BRIGG

It's now time to start looking forward to one of the most popular spectator events held in Brigg each year.
The 2017 TSW Printers Border Classic Run is coming up on Sunday, May 21.
Get down to the Market Place from 9am to see the cars of many types and varying ages lining up - Jaguars, Minis, Escorts, Imps among them.
Cars will set off, one by one, from 10am, for a run around Lincolnshire roads.
Find out more, including details of how to enter, through this link...
Scores of specators will be drawn to the town centre for this event.
The better the weather, the bigger the turnout to admire the gleaming cars before they depart.

PICTURED: Some scenes from the 2016 TSW Printers Border Classic Rally.

CHEAP DAY AT THE RACES FOR PEOPLE LIVING IN BRIGG AREA

 

FROM MARKET RASEN RACECOURSE

Lincolnshire residents are getting a special deal on tickets at the first evening race meeting of the year at Market Rasen Racecourse tomorrow.
People who live in LN and DN postcodes – and produce a utility bill to confirm their residence on Thursday, 27th April – will get into the track that day for just £10. 
They will also receive a voucher for £1 off the official racecard.
The meeting is the latest County Race-day when there is a ‘one enclosure’ policy, meaning everyone can enjoy the best that’s on offer for a very affordable price.
All three enclosures – County, Tattersalls and Lawn – will be open, offering visitors a choice of where to watch the races and enjoy refreshments.
The County Enclosure has several bars and places to eat in a friendly atmosphere, including the County Bar with great views or a table in the Brocklesby Suite Restaurant. Within the Tattersalls Enclosure, visitors watch the horses as they parade and get up close to the winners. There are various bars and eateries, including the tote Exacta Bar and Red Rum Bar. 
With the 2016/17 jump racing season concluding on Saturday, visitors may see horses from the stables of Nicky Henderson in action as he bids to reclaim the trainers’ championship title from Paul Nicholls.
Young adults, aged 18 to 24 years, can get half-price admission by registering at RacePass18to24.co.uk to receive a free RacePass membership card. Senior citizens can obtain discounted admission by joining The Diamond Club, with details available online.
More information is available at www.marketrasenraces.co.uk
Gates open at 2.35pm. The first race is at 4.35pm and the finale is at 8pm.

RARE CHANCE TO SNAP UP YOUR OWN BRIGG ALLOTMENT

Allotments in Brigg - provided by the town council on two sites - are highly prized and generally all occupied by tenants keen to live the Good Life** and grow their own healthy veg.
However, one plot has now become available to rent. And Brigg Blog has been asked to flag up the fact, following last night's April meeting of the council held in the Angel Suite.
If you, or someone you know, is keen to take on the vacant plot, don't hang about. Do the spadework now! Contact Brigg Town Council for details without delay. Email enquiries@briggmarkettown.co.uk or pop in to the Town Council Office in the Angel Suite on Thursday morning.

** Do you remember Tom and Barbara living the self-sufficient life by growing their own food in BBC TV's hit comedy The Good Life?

TWO LIVE MUSIC SHOWS THIS WEEK IN BRIGG - LET'S GET THE PARTY STARTED!

Brigg music fans can take in two events later this week.
There's a charity concert on Friday (April 28) for which some tickets are still available.
The Almost Pink tribute show, plus disco and raffle, starts at 8pm at Brigg & District Servicemen's Club, Coney Court. Proceeds will go to Macmillan Cancer Support.
Tickets cost £7 - call 0779 919 4095.
Let's get the party started...
On Saturday (April 29) there's live music at the Woolpack, in the Market Place, from  Lost Soul (northern soul/Motown Duo), from 8.30pm.
Just turn up for this gig - and enjoy.

TOUR OF BRITAIN CYCLING RACE ROUTE TO BE REVEALED IN BRIGG

North Lincolnshire is to host an entire stage of the OVO Energy Tour of Britain cycling event for the first time ever, as Britain’s premier road event heads to the area on Tuesday, September 5.
120 of the world’s top cyclists will take on a 172-kilometre stage, starting from the beautiful 300-acre estate of Normanby Hall Country Park and finishing in the heart of Scunthorpe, near Central Park.
The North Lincolnshire Tour of Britain Stage launch event will be held on Saturday, May 6 in Brigg to reveal the route the cyclists will take on September 5. 
At the national launch event in Cardiff, The Tour of Britain organisers revealed North Lincolnshire has been given the honour of hosting stage three of the prestigious race.
Coun Rob Waltham, from Brigg, Leader of North Lincolnshire Council, pictured above, said: “I am thrilled that we are hosting an entire stage of the Tour of Britain. This is the first time we will hold an entire stage, but it is not the first time the Tour of Britain has visited North Lincolnshire as the start of the 2009 race began in Scunthorpe outside of the Civic Centre.
“North Lincolnshire is a brilliant place and now people across the country will be able to discover all the great things it has to offer when they visit to watch stage three racing through North Lincolnshire.
“The stage will begin at Normanby Hall Country Park, which is a perfect backdrop for a major event of this scale and after cycling through the wonderful towns and villages of North Lincolnshire the stage will end in Scunthorpe on the A18 adjacent to Central Park.
“In the run up to the Tour of Britain coming here there will be lots going on to encourage people to get out on their bikes and get the whole community involved in this fantastic event. We hope the people of North Lincolnshire will come out in their thousands to cheer the riders on as they travel through the towns and villages.
“Cycling is becoming more and more popular, whether it is for fitness or an activity people do as a family, it is great to see. In North Lincolnshire we have a variety of cycling routes including Ancholme Valley Way, The Ridgeway and Isle of Axholme Greenway. There really isn’t a better time for people to get out on their bikes and discover North Lincolnshire.
“Hosting the third stage of the 2017 Tour of Britain builds upon what is already happening in North Lincolnshire. The area is becoming increasingly known for outdoor activity.”
To keep up-to-date with what is happening in North Lincolnshire in the run up to the Tour of Britain and for details on the event, go to www.nltour.co.uk 
Mick Bennett, Race Director of the OVO Energy Tour of Britain, said: We are delighted to be working with North Lincolnshire Council to bring a full stage of Britain’s biggest professional cycle race to the area for the first time.
“The compact nature of the stage route will make this very popular with spectators from across the region, giving people the chance to see the race in multiple locations. We are confident this will make it a real hit with cycling fans.”
OVO Energy, the UK’s top rated independent energy supplier was recently announced as the title sponsor of the Tour of Britain.
The OVO Energy Tour of Britain is British Cycling’s premier road cycling event, giving cycling fans the opportunity to see the world’s best teams and riders competing on their door step, taking place between Sunday 3 and Sunday 10 September 2017.
There are four jerseys up for grabs over the competition: the OVO Energy Green Jersey, the Wiggle Points Jersey, the SKODA King of the Mountains Jersey and the Eisberg Sprints Jersey.
The OVO Energy Tour of Britain is the UK’s highest ranked professional stage race and the country’s largest free-to-watch sporting event, organised annually by SweetSpot Group.

BRIGG WEATHER SURPRISES

It's a long time since Brigg folk have seen such a range of weather in a few hours as we've experiened this afternoon.
Hail, rain, sleet, sunny spells and even a flash or two of lightning and a rumble of thunder - all  between noon and 4pm. It looks like there's more to come.
Put on ELO's Mr Blue Sky and keep your fingers crossed!

PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADRIAN GIBBONS MEMORIAL FOOTBALL MATCH AT BRIGG TOWN FC

FROM JON TAYLOR

The Adrian Gibbons memorial football game will be held on Sunday 30th April at the Hawthorns, Brigg Town Football Club.  
The game will be between two teams made up of players from Briggensians, AFC Brigg, ex-Briggensians, ex-Brigg Town and a couple of special guests.  
The game is a 4pm kick-off - and 3pm meet - and all money raised will go to the British Heart Foundation.  
We raised over £1,000 last year and it is hoped we will once again raise as much as possible.  There will be a raffle and if you would like to contribute to it please send all prizes to Brigg Town on the day.  
There are already a large number of players who have expressed an interest in playing but if there is anyone else who is interested then please contact Jon Taylor.  
The Scunthorpe United fixture kicks off at 12, so why not come and support the event after the game?
It is the Bank holiday weekend and many who knew Gibb will meet for a drink after the game.

N.F. ADDS: For the benefit of Brigg Blog readers living outside the area who may not have known Adrian, he was a very well-known local sportsman and teacher at Sir John Nelthorpe School, a devoted family man and a former pupil of Brigg Grammar School. He played football for a number of local teams including Brigg Town FC and  Briggensians in the TSW Printers Scunthorpe & District League.

Pictured above and below: Pictures from a previous Gibby Memorial Match at The Hawthorns, home of Brigg Town FC.

Referee Martin North, left, with Col Mumby, centre, and Richard Rivron.

WHERE BRIGG CRIMES TOOK PLACE

The latest crime locations in Brigg have been revealed through www.police.uk
A breakdown of the 48 crimes reported during February 2017 shows there were 12 within the town centre.
There were five on/near Preston Drive and five others on/close to Bridge Street.
Four crimes were committed on the Newlands estate.
Three  took place on the Springbank estate and there were two on the Waters Edge estate, which, despite being in Broughton parish, is included in the Brigg crime stats, being within a one-mile radius of the police station.
View the full interactive map through this link...

PLANNING APPLICATION IN BRIGG & WOLDS WARD TO BE CONSIDERED TOMORROW

A Brigg & Wolds area application will be considered by councillors sitting on North Lincolnshire Council's planning committee when it holds its monthly meeting tomorrow (Wednesday, April 26).
This will start at 2pm at Scunthorpe Civic Centre, off Ashby Road.
Among applications going before the committee is:
Land south of and 12 Queens Road, Barnetby le Wold: Outline application to demolish two outbuildings and to erect two pairs of semi-detached dwellings and garages, with all matters reserved for subsequent approval, together with new vehicular access.
This is regarded by the council as an application of significant public interest.
Coun Nigel Sherwood (Brigg & Wolds) is chairman of the planning committee.

BRIGG FOLK CAN JOIN THE PARTY IN THE CAR PARK

A Brigg area pub is to hold its Annual Party in the Car Park, which will attract plenty of people. And it's free to attend.

The party will be on Saturday, June 10 at the Sutton Arms, Scawby, from 2pm until late.
There will be a children's entertainer, bouncy castles, field sports, a disco, a BBQ from 2pm into the evening and live music from 7pm.
Inquire at the pub for further details or call 01652 652430.

BRIGG BIKE NIGHT 2017 - DATE & LOCATION CONFIRMED

Brigg Blog is delighted to be able to confirm that Brigg Bike Night 2017 will be even bigger than last year's very successful event.
Organiser Lucy Fensome - landlady of the Yarborough Hunt pub, pictured above - has received confirmation from the authorities that this year's Bike Night can take place in the Market Place as well as Bridge Street, the usual location.
The major spectator event will be held on Friday, July 7.
We've received some recent inquiries from bikers about the 2017 event.
Make a note of the date - further details to follow on Brigg Blog.

Brigg Bike Night 2016 in Bridge Street

LATEST BRIGG CRIME FIGURES REVEALED

There has been a fall in month-on-month crime in Brigg.
The reduction is revealed in official figures released through www.police.uk showing the number of incidents during February 2017.
That month saw 48 crimes reported within a one-mile radius of Brigg police station - five fewer than during January.

BREAKDOWN OF CRIMES BY CATEGORY FOR FEBRUARY 2017

• Anti-social behaviour 11
• Bicycle theft 0
• Burglary 5
• Criminal damage and arson 6
• Drugs 0
• Other crime 0
• Other theft 8
• Possession of weapons 0
• Public order 3
• Robbery  0
• Shoplifting 0
• Theft from the person 0
• Vehicle crime 7
• Violence and sexual offences 8

TOTAL 48

Brigg Blog always likes to give you comparisons with previous years

• February 2016 - 48 crimes
• February 2015 - 35 crimes
• February 2014 - 44 crimes
• February 2013 - 24 crimes
• February 2012 - 50 crimes
• February 2011 - 52 crimes

BRIGG CRICKETERS OPEN THEIR CAMPAIGN

Brigg Town Cricket Club did not enjoy the best of starts to the season in the Lincolnshire County Cricket League, sponsored by Readers.
Saturday saw Brigg visiting the Immingham Blossom Way ground to take on Cleethorpes 4ths in a division four fixture.
Town were short of runs and paid the penalty, losing by seven wickets.
The top five Brigg batsmen managed only 12 runs between them, but Mark Cawkwell (25) and Karl Dixon (34) improved things in the middle-order and Nick Beacock added 11 before being bowled by Jeff Todd, the former Lincolnshire Minor Counties player.
However, Brigg had to be content with a moderate total of 95.
There seemed some hope when Phil Dewfall and Nigel Beacock dismissed the Cleethorpes openers.
But the only other wicket Brigg managed came from Paul Neal,  as the home side clinched a seven-wicket win after 31 overs.
Brigg journey deep into the Isle of Axholme this Saturday (April 29) to take on Haxey 2nds who were also beaten at the weekend.

HOW BRIGG HOUSEHOLDS CAN SAVE MONEY ON THEIR ENERGY BILLS

FROM KIRSTY WESTFIELD, NORTH LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL

Do you want to save money on your fuel bills? Sign up to our successful collective switching scheme that aims to help save you time and money on your fuel bills by finding you a better deal.
You could save on average around £320 a year if you sign up to the scheme.
Since collective switching started in August 2013 it has saved residents a total of over £100,000 on their energy bills.
Residents who have benefited from the scheme already highlight the great savings to be made and how simple the switching process is.
Make sure you don’t miss out on these fantastic savings. Sign up to the free collective switching scheme and change your energy supplier.
Around 97 per cent of households that have registered for the scheme benefited from savings.
If you want to save money on your fuel bills, register online at www.northlincs.gov.uk/collective-switching.
It is free to register on the scheme. Registration is open now and you have until 22 May 2017 to sign up. The auction will take place on 23 May 2017. Offers will be issued on 5 June 2017.
Collective switching offers households the opportunity to sign-up to a scheme that allows the council to enter an auction with energy companies on their behalf, to secure a discounted energy price.
The scheme is run in partnership with iChoosr Ltd, the UK’s leading provider of collective switching.
To request a paper registration form or for more information contact the council on 01724 297000 or email housing@northlincs.gov.uk
The deadline for returning paper forms is Friday 19 May.
For further information and to register online, visit www.northlincs.gov.uk/collective-switching
Coun John Briggs, Cabinet Member for Commercial Enterprise said: “Now in its fourth year, the collective switching scheme is going from strength to strength. People who have switched suppliers have saved thousands of pounds altogether. You could benefit from this great scheme.
“It is completely free to sign up and what’s better, we do all the hard work for you. You have no reason not to sign up. Register today and you could save money on your bills.”

COUNTING DOWN TO BRIGG SPORTS CLUB'S BIGGEST EVER GAME

With Brigg Hockey Club  about to play its biggest ever match, a long-serving player has written to the Town Council to highlight what has proved to be a record-breaking season.
Goalkeeper Andrew "Sass" Markham has told the council: "This Saturday, the 29th, sees the first eleven play Southampton Hockey Club in the final of the English Hockey Men's Vase 
"This competition is the Hockey equivalent of the FA Vase which Brigg Town Football Club won twice in the 1990s.
"The game takes place at Lea Valley Sports Centre, in London, at 1pm.
"This game brings the curtain down on the most successful season in the 97-year history of Brigg Hockey Club, having now moved back in to the town after a long absence.
As well as reaching this final, the 1st X1 have this season won the Yorkshire Premier League and with it promotion to the Northern League East. 
"Added to this, each of the other three men's teams have won promotion from their respective Yorkshire Divisions, the 3rd and 4th teams as champions.
"It would be great if Brigg Town Council could see fit to mark this season in some way, though I appreciate hockey has not got the same popularity as football.
"Should members wish to mark it, one suggestion could be at an open day the club have arranged to mark the move back to Brigg on Sunday, May 7th and I would urge members to come down from 10am."

Our picture shows Brigg (green shirts) in action on the new "Blue Astro" pitch at the Recreation Ground during their quarter-final Vase victory. 

BARNETBY END THE FOOTBALL SEASON

Barnetby United lost 5-1 to unbeaten first division champions Brumby in the TSW Printers Scunthorpe & District Football League yesterday, Saturday, April 22.
The villagers' goal came from Dan Greaves.

BRIGG TOWN COUNCIL TO REVIEW ANGEL SUITE CHARGES

Brigg Town Council's monthly meeting will be open to interested members of the public, who may sit and listen to the discussions and ask questions at the appropriate time, if they wish (see below).
The meeting will be held in the Angel Suite on Monday, April 24, stating at 7.15pm.
Entry to the building at night is through the double doors off the rear car park (pictured above).
Items of interest at tomorrow's meeting include:

• Reviewing the charges for hiring the Angel Suite community venue.
• Reports on the allotments off Grammar School Road and Atherton Way
• Request to provide a letter to support a grant application by a canoe club which is active in the Brigg area.
• Determine the next step in appointing a new Town Clerk, following the resignation of the current post holder. 
• Update from the three Brigg & Wolds Ward representatives on North Lincolnshire Council - Couns Rob Waltham, Carl Sherwood and Nigel Sherwood.

AGENDA/BUSINESS TO BE TRANSACTED

1. Notice convening the meeting.

2. To Receive Apologies and Reasons for Absence

3. To Consider the suspension of the Meeting for the Purpose of Prayer.

 4. a)  To Record any declarations of Interest by any member of the council in respect of the agenda items listed below.  Members declaring interests should identify the Agenda Item and the type of interest being declared.

b)  To note any dispensations given to any member of the council in respect of the Agenda Items listed below.

5. Police Matters

6. To receive any correspondence (for information only).

 7. To receive the update on any outstanding issues from the Clerk.

 8. Public Question Time.

 9. To Receive any Questions from Members.

10. To Receive a report from the North Lincolnshire Ward Councillors.

11. a) TO RECEIVE AND APPROVE THE MINUTES, AS CIRCULATED, 
OF THE FOLLOWING COMMITTEES.

i) Full Council Monday 27th March 2017.
           
12. TO RECEIVE REPORTS FROM MEMBERS DELEGATED TO SERVE ON OUTSIDE BODIES.

13. ACCOUNTS AND AUDIT 
a)   To Receive the following Financial Reports and Approve the Accounts for Payment: As at 31st March 2017 for Full Council and the Angel Suite
     
14. TO REVIEW THE CURRENT SCALE OF ANGEL SUITE CHARGES.

15. MEETING DATES FOR THE COUNCIL YEAR 2017/18
To approve the schedule of meeting dates for 2017/18.

16. ALLOTMENTS: 
a)  To Receive a report on any outstanding issues from the clerk:

b)  Redcombe Lane site:

i) To Receive and Consider the site visit report and any observations from the Allotment Representative, and consider any questions from tenants.
ii) To Receive and Consider any reports from Countryside Pest Control.

c)  Grammar School Road

i) To Receive and Consider the site visit report and any observations from the 
Allotment Representative, and consider any questions from tenants.
ii) To receive a report from the clerk regarding tenancies relinquished or terminated. 
iii) To Receive and Consider any report from Countryside Pest Control.

17. TO CONSIDER A REQUEST FOR A LETTER OF SUPPORT FROM THE TOWN COUNCIL, IN RESPECT OF A SPORTS ENGLAND GRANT APPLICATION BY GLANFORD & SCUNTHORPE CANOE CLUB. 

18. IN VIEW OF THE CONFIDENTIAL NATURE OF THE BUSINESS ABOUT TO BE TRANSACTED, IT IS ADVISABLE IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST THAT THE PRESS AND PUBLIC ARE EXCLUDED AND THEY ARE INSTRUCTED TO WITHDRAW;

19. TO REVIEW THE CURRENT APPLICATIONS FOR THE TOWN CLERK VACANCY AND TO      DETERMINE THE NEXT STEP OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.


Prior to the Council meeting there will be a Planning & Environment Committee meeting, starting at 7pm, also in the Angel Suite. This is also open to the public.

Three pictures showing the Angel Suite set out for functions