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2011 awards

The 2011 Stamford Civic Society Awards were presented after the AGM. The text of the introductions performed by the Chairman, Gwyneth Gibbs, follows.

Craftsmanship

How many times can you walk round Stamford and not see David Collins painting one of the shops? Apart from his well-known skills as a wicket keeper, he has been keeping Stamford’s buildings in pristine condition for more years than most of us can remember. We are delighted to welcome David and his wife Carol, here tonight.
 

Renovation

The award for renovation has gone to Hambleton Bakery for their sympathetic renovation of the shop front at Number 1 Ironmonger Street. Their architect was in regular discussions with the Civic Society about the work, and we were able to help and comment, sometimes I hope, usefully. We are delighted to welcome Mr Hart of Hambleton Bakery here tonight to receive the award.

Restoration

Two years ago, we were discussing the 2009 awards, and someone mentioned the fine work at the Corn Exchange. At the time, we felt it appropriate to wait until it was finished, and in particular until the window overlooking Broad Street was restored. That has now been done, and the splendid façade is there for all to admire. We are delighted to welcome  Mr. Michael Lee, Managing Director, and Mr. Jones, the Company Secretary from the Corn Exchange here tonight, and to congratulate them, and their army of volunteers for all the work and time they have put into this project.

Enhancing Stamford

If you don’t already know of the piece of cultivated verge in Church Lane, take a look next time you go the railway station. It is an absolute delight and makes me ashamed of the state of my garden. It is the work of Martin Bust of Crestwood and his gardener Frank Chapman. We are delighted to welcome Martin here tonight ;unfortunately Frank Chapman, who is not only co-creator but maintains the verge is unable to be here. We are delighted to recognise their creative and ongoing work in enhancing this part of Stamford.

Special award

Earlier this evening, I thanked the committee for all their hard work. It isn’t usual to single out for mention one member of a group like ours, but tonight is that rare occasion. There is one committee member who has given unstintingly of his time and effort over the years; St. Leonard’s Priory, Information Boards, the Paving the Way document, the William Stukeley blue plaque are just some of the projects he has taken on in the last few years. Our last award this evening goes to Peter Stevens with thanks for all the work he has done for the Society over the years, and indeed is still doing.

Finally, our thanks to Canon Donald Grey for once again completing the award certificates with such perfect calligraphy.

Gwyneth Gibbs
Chairman

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