Brixton Feoffee Trust News

Brixton Magazine May Article

BRIXTON FEOFFEE TRUST

Fragrant flowers lighten the hedges, coming into bloom
Each petal whispers tales of May’s secrets
Overflowing fields, vibrant and green ready for the first hay cut
Fluttering butterflies are magical to see, bright and colourful
Freshness feeling of the warmth of summer dreams
Every dawn brings promises anew, every dusk a tranquil hue
Eternal beauty in natures grand display a pleasure to see

Throughout the year we are here to offer grants to communities
and individuals alike
Remember to let your friends, families and neighbours know about the
Trust and what is available
Unwavering dedication to strengthen and support our Community and
Church is our aim
Striving to help make a better tomorrow
Those of you who are struggling – do ask Sally for an application
form (see details below)

Financial help is available to those who may not be eligible for other support. The rise in the cost-of-living means we are all having to dig a little deeper to pay for essentials such as food and energy. If you don’t have enough to live on, it’s important to know that support is available from the Feoffee Trust.
A little reminder that South Hams Citizens Advice has a wealth of advice on how to cope with debts arising from getting behind with rent, council tax, energy bills etc. They can help with benefits claims – consumer rights - employment – health care and much more. All is done in complete confidence. Freephone 08082787948. There is a drop-in session at Ivybridge Watermark every Monday from 9.30 to 12.30.
Engage with the Feoffee Trust to help you/your community group/organisation. We have funding available for all who live within Brixton Parish if eligible. Please do get in touch, in confidence with Sally Axell as Clerk on 880262 or clerk@brixtonfeoffeetrust.co.uk if you think that we might be able to help. Or use an application form on the Brixton Devon Website, https://www.brixtondevon.co.uk

6th May 2024

Brixton Feoffee Trustee Meetings

The forthcoming dates for Trustee meetings are:



7th May, 5.45 p.m., Community Room, Brixton School

4th June, 5.45 p.m., Community Room, Brixton School

3rd March 2024

The Brixton Feoffee Trustees were delighted to receive the following from William Staddon, following a grant to him for Duke of Edinburgh expedition expenses. William has given permission for his email and photograph to be published.

The Brixton Feoffee Trustees were delighted to receive the following from William Staddon, following a grant to him for Duke of Edinburgh expedition expenses. William has given permission for his email and photograph to be published.

To everyone at the Feoffee Trust,

I have recently completed my silver dofe expedition and thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you so much for your financial support. It helped provide for my walking trousers and waterproof clothing. With your help I was able to buy good quality equipment that kept me warm and dry throughout my time no matter how bad the weather. I got to experience Exmoor and the wonderful wildlife and scenery of its forests and hills. This opportunity that you helped me accomplish has given me the confidence to try new things and given me the courage to open doors to new opportunities.

Thank you again,
William Staddon

2nd February 2024

New Planting area

Some of you may have noticed that there has been some new planting on the bank overlooking the A379 as you enter the village from Yealmpton. The Board of Trustees wanted to tidy up this area after they converted the land above the bank a few years ago to provide parking for their tenants and improve access to the rear of the properties.
The Board of Trustees employed Colin Campbell from Flete Gardens to plant up the new area following a planting guide kindly provided to the Trust by Rose Clark of Otter Garden Centre. Mrs Clark also kindly arranged for a donation of some of the plants for which the Trust is very thankful.
Colin recommended that the matting was installed to help retain moisture and reduce the spread of weeds whilst the plants mature. This matting will biodegrade over a two-year period, enabling the plants to become firmly established.
The Board of Trustees hopes that you all agree that this is a great improvement rather than the rambling brambles and weeds that had previously occupied this space and that you will enjoy the new planting as it matures.

31st January 2024

Community Car Scheme temporarily suspended

Until further notice the Board of Trustees have suspended this scheme to safeguard its volunteer drivers following the advice of the Government during the Coronavirus pandemic.

27th January 2024