Bats in the Belfry?

Coop voucher schemeBats in the Belfry?

As previously announced the £10,000 target for repair of the roof and the tower at the Old Church has been reached.  Unfortunately work has not yet started as a bat survey indicated that the bats were still roosting in the church. Apparently the bats are late leaving this year because of the cold spring but should leave soon.  The Churches Conservation Trust have given assurances that everything is in hand and should start work by September.

Ongoing Fundraising with thanks to the Co-op

The Friends of the Old Church continue to fund raise for the ongoing maintenance of the church.  In time they also hope to have electricity laid on and install lighting in the building. At present they rely on the generosity of the owners of  Bergholt Hall for a limited electricity supply.

In this vein they would like to express their thanks to the Co-op and their customers who supported the Old Church with their tokens.  This has resulted in a generous donation of £500 to kick start the next wave!

Mulled Wine to Keep the Bell Ringing

Buy some Xmas Cards with your Mulled Wine
Buy some Xmas Cards with your Mulled Wine

Mulled Wine to Keep the Bell Ringing

The Friends of St Mary’s invite you to join them for mulled wine, mince pies and refreshments at the Old Church.  Taking place between 12-2:30pm on Sunday 11th December the event is a social occasion to meet friends, chat and look at the decorated Christmas trees.   You could also become a member (or renew your membership) of the Friends of St Mary’s Old Church. All are welcome, no admission charge but donations gratefully received.  Any funds raised will go towards the urgently needed repairs discussed in a previous article on this site.

Christmas Cards

The friends are also selling packs of Christmas Cards featuring the Old Church in wintry scenes.  Costing £3.50 you can buy the cards from Scissorhands, the Pharmacy or directly from Teresa (241878) or Jane (240167).

 

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