14th April 2012 - Estate Garage Sales "Another oportunity to sell off all those items you no longer need"
And how! with over 150 vehicles bringing over 300 customers and many others walking in, the 55 Sellers spread throughout the estate had a constant flow of Customers for their large variety of goods.
It was also a social occassion as sellers swapped anecdotes with each other
Here is the analysis of the types of goods offered for sale.
27th March 2012 - Jubilee Tree planting
The trees carefully chosen by a small sub committee in consultation with CDC's parks department were planted to the plan of 6 trees in a circle representing the 60 years of Elisabeth II reign
Saturday 8th October 2011
Seventeen members assisted with the plantings of some 950 bulbs in these locations, (a) Canterbury Close twitten adjacent to the tree line (b) The corner of Worcester & Norwich adjacent to the large cypress opposite the school gates (c) In front of the Substation 50 bulbs were retained for the End of Norwich Road in front of the Hospital fence when repaired
Wednesday 8th June 2011
Our AGM at Chichester Baptist Church in Sherborne Road, was attended by 91 members from 66 households. Static displays included photographs of the work carried out by EBRA's Enhancement Group during the last year (and its floral successes) entries for the Royal Wedding poem competitions; maps of plans for grit bins and tree planting and details of the 20's Plenty campaign. A revised Constitution for our Residents’ Association was approved. The Local Development Framework and the recent successful planning application for a massive telephone mast & cabinet were also explained. There were the usual elections, accounts and reports, the one detailing work by the Enhancement Group and next year’s programme was most appreciated and favourably received. Members voted by secret ballot NOT to support the 20s Plenty campaign, by 46 votes to 36 votes.
Sunday 5th June 2011
Our PICNIC ON THE GREEN between 12pm and 4pm, organised to coincide with the nationwide "Big Lunch", attracted approximately 150 residents of all ages. There were ball games for the young folk, facepainting for the children, cakes and home produce sales, and of course, the chance to enjoy eating and chatting as part of the East Broyle community. Few wanted to leave until the rain arrived after 4.30pm. Despite the weather, it was a great event, which we hope to repeat next year as part of celebrations for the Queen’s Jubilee.
Saturday 25th November 2010
CHOCOLATE - Dawn Shrives, an EBRA member and proprietor of Le Salon du Chocolat at Stansted Park explained the history and production of chocolate, at this successful evening event held at the Jessie Younghusband School. The plentiful and welcome supply of samples guaranteed a better understanding of the subject by the 50+ very appreciative audience. Our thanks to Dawn and to Sue Patrick, Headteacher at the school.
Saturday 2nd and 14th October 2010
THE BIG PLANTING - Three thousand daffodils and one thousand bluebells were planted on the edges of the green by an enthusiastic team of 25 residents. A further 6000 crocus were planted on the bank of the Canterbury Close green, with the help of pupils and staff from Jessie Younghusband School’s Environment Club as well as EBRA members. EBRA greatly appreciated the work done, both before and after the planting, by the very supportive and hard working team of District Council groundsmen and their manager, Mick Gore.
Sunday 18th July 2010
Our PICNIC ON THE GREEN between 12pm and 2pm deliberately coincided with the nationwide "Big Lunch" event and attracted about 250 residents of all ages. There was much merriment and chatting for members as well as a great opportunity for the young and energetic to play together. Many appreciative comments after the event, left a clear message for a "must do" next year.
Wednesday 9th June 2010
Our AGM at Chichester Baptist Church was attended by 126 members. Excellent static presentations on display included Neighbourhood Watch, a splendid pictorial history of East Broyle, and members of the West Sussex Fire Service showed and explained the many ways of making homes safe. As well as the formal AGM proceedings, the Chairman gave a thorough explanation of the deeply worrying plans (Local Development Framework or LDF) to build thousands of new houses around Chichester - including the area on Whitehouse Farm land and alongside Brandy Hole Copse, just next to East Broyle. Unanimous support was given to a resolution that sort to advert that happening. The large audience remained constant and interested throughout the meeting and participated in agreeing plans to improve the appearance at the entrance to Norwich Road.
Thursday 20th May 2010
56 members and their guests joined our COACH TRIP TO THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND KEW GARDENS leaving East Broyle at 8.30am and returning safely by 8pm. A very successful and happy day for all concerned, either viewing the Gardens or conducting research at the National Archives.
Saturday 17th April 2010
Our big Estate wide GARAGE SALE was a resounding success with Members from 44 households empting their lofts, garages and homes of unwanted items, and even the children joined the fun and by selling off some of the toys they no longer needed. Arrows and balloons were fixed on the road signs; the bunting, flags and more balloons decorated the gardens and the items for sale were displayed on lawns and in garages, the many visitors who arrived by car, or on foot. Beds, cots, bicycles and chairs were seen atop cars and vans driving out of Norwich Road and also many toys, plants, clothes, books and much more besides were sold to the happy bargain hunters. The friendly atmosphere, with neighbours meeting each other and the brilliant sunny weather all helped to make this a very special day for residents - the day East Broyle came alive
Here is an analysis of the types of goods on sale and the feedback from those taking part