Community, Parish Council & Village
The West Bergholt ‘allotmenteers‘ showed how to grow money for local causes as they raised £4,087 last year. Their charity stall will be hoping to raise even more in 2019 when local causes benefitting will include:
The stall is now open pretty much all year round so make a point of looking out for what’s available,
Christopher RobinThe West Bergholt Film Club is showing the family film Christopher Robin on Saturday 9th February to raise funds for playground equipment. Taking place in the Orpen Hall, doors open at 5:00 pm for showtime at 5:30 pm.
Tickets are £5, available in advance from Scissorhands or, subject to availability, on the door. Proceeds go towards a new playground at Orpen field, so please put this in your diary. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult, refreshments will be available. Find out more about the film, enjoy the trailer and synopsis below.
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St Mary’s Church February 2019 update provides listings of services, contacts and other events and news. This update includes Heathlands School Prayer Space project, Seniors Lunch, & a concert by Quire. Continue reading “St Mary’s February 2019 Update”
St Mary’s Update – 11th January 2019St Mary’s Church update for 11th January provides listings of services, contacts and other events and news. This update includes results of the Alternative Christmas Card fundraiser, Women’s World Day of Prayer and the family-friendly Messy Church and Praise on 4 Café Church services. Continue reading “St Mary’s Update – 11th January 2019”
New Years Day Run for TRIBE FoundationJoin local organiser, Andrew Ross, in a 10km run from Orpen Hall in aid of the TRIBE Foundation. The Foundation exists to help put an end to modern-day slavery, hear more in the video; details & link to register are below. Continue reading “New Years Day Run for TRIBE Foundation”
More Methodist Christmas DatesMore Methodist Christmas activities have been announced with coffee for adults, coffee for kids, and 2 opportunities to sing some carols.
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The Polar ExpressThe West Bergholt Film Club is showing the movie The Polar Express on Saturday 15th December. Taking place in the Orpen Hall, doors open at 9:30 am for showtime at 10 pm.
Tickets are £2.50, including popcorn for each child, available in advance from Scissorhands, with proceeds going towards a new playground at Orpen field. Enjoy the trailer and synopsis of the show below. Continue reading “The Polar Express”
40th Anniversary Christmas ConcertThis Christmas Concert, in their 40th Anniversary year, will see both of the West Bergholt Concert Bands in action. The Charity concert is being held at St Botolph’s Church, Colchester on Saturday 15th December. It will start at 19:30 pm and end at approximately 21:40 pm.
Tickets on the door £6 Adults, £5 Concessions.
The Band will be offering two performances, promising a joyful concert of Christmas favourites old and new.
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Mulled Wine & Mince Pies at Old ChurchMulled Wine, Mince Pies and Candlelit Carols are on offer as the Friends of St Mary’s resume their normal programme.
Extensive external renovations affecting the tower and the 2 dormer windows and roof repairs have now been fully completed. The next phase of internal redecorations is now likely to start in Spring 2019. This means that the church is open for use allowing the Friends to organise two seasonal events:
Taking place between 11:30 am – 1:30 pm on Sunday 9th December, soft drinks, coffee and other savoury eats will also be on offer. The event also affords an opportunity to take out or renew membership (just £5 a family), and to buy Christmas Cards of the church. There is no charge for this event but you are welcome to offer a donation.
The ever-popular Candlelit Carol Service resumes on Sunday 16th December at 2:30 pm. You are reminded that there is no heating, so dress warm, and that a cushion makes the service more comfortable. All are welcome.
This concert which featured the Comrie Singers, Jubilant Brass and The 3 Saxes was very well attended and raised £100’s, the Friends are planning to run another concert next year.
Mamma Mia! Here We Go AgainThe West Bergholt Film Club is showing the movie Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again on Saturday 1st December. Taking place in the Orpen Hall, doors open at 7 pm for showtime at 7:30 pm. Refreshments will be available.
Tickets are £5, available in advance from Scissorhands, with proceeds going towards a new playground at Orpen field. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Enjoy the trailer and synopsis of the show below. Continue reading “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again”