Community, Parish Council & Village
Could You Be First Responders?First responders save lives. Too often when there is an emergency the ambulance crew are not able to get there within the first few vital minutes. Locally based, community first responders are volunteers who are trained by the Ambulance Service. They attend Continue reading “Could You Be First Responders? Help Save Lives!”
The recent Allotment Committee meeting minutes disclose lots of news but none as staggering as their fundraising efforts. Through their charity stall they have so far raised £4,250, nearly £2,000 more than last year! There is still time to add to the total since the stall remains open until first frost.
The agreed recipients were confirmed as: Continue reading “Allotments Excel at Fundraising in 2017”
St Mary’s Autumn 2017 Good News UpdateThis Autumn 2017 edition of Good News, St Mary’s Parish Magazine, is reproduced below (together with additional material from various notices), use the links to the stories & news items.
I am officially an ‘empty nester’ as Continue reading “St Mary’s Autumn 2017 Good News Update”
Friends of St Mary’s Antiques & Other UpdatesThe Friends have been busy lately and have news to share about the start of renovations work, their successful afternoon at the village fayre and a new initiative, an Antiques Valuation Day.
This is taking place on Saturday Continue reading “Friends of St Mary’s Antiques Roadshow?”
Not too late for entries to Produce ShowOver 350 entries have already been received; it’s not too late for late entries but 1st September is the last day; entry forms available at the Allotment Stall.
There will be certificates for Continue reading “Entries Surge for Fete & Produce Show”
This Summer 2017 edition of Good News, St Mary’s Parish Magazine, is reproduced below (together with additional material from various notices), use the links to the stories & news items.
I have become more and more aware recently that the Christian faith is far more about having a relationship with God than it is about following a set of rules.
I used to feel that the Christian faith was a set of ideals Continue reading “St Mary’s Summer 2017 Good News Update”
Bats 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.
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!
Car Boot Trail – The Results Are InLast Sunday, 16th July, saw a great village event with car boots open for business at over 40 homes. This was great news for the Tom Bowdidge Foundation and Heathlands PTA; they will get to share the £262.13 raised to date.
The organisers, Laura, Eve, Vicky & Susan would like to thank all those who made voluntary donations from their sales. They are also very grateful for the notes and cards they received telling them how much you enjoyed the event regardless of how much was sold.
If you have any last minutes donations they will still be welcomed; drop them off at 76, 80 or 81 Chapel Road.
Home Boot Sale – Plan Your TrailIn support of Tom Bowdidge Foundation and Heathlands PTA, the Home Boot Sale takes place THIS SUNDAY (16th July) between 10am – 3pm. With over 40 homes already signed up you can use the map to plan your trail around the village. The Map and streets taking part are shown below.
West Bergholt residents will be selling their ‘boot sale’ items outside their homes on drives, come and grab a bargain and enjoy the trail around our village. You could make a day of it, the village has 3 lovely pubs and village shops for refreshment. Maps are available to download (below) or they will be available from 76, 80, 81 Chapel Road on the day, also on posters around the village.
All welcome, walk, cycle or drive our trail!
Organised by Heathlands mums in Chapel Road: Susan Hollock no. 81, Laura Walkingshaw no. 80, Eve Quinn
no. 76, and Vicky Beckwith-Cole, Orpen Hall, Lexden Road. The Tom Bowdidge Foundation is a charity registered in England & Wales 1156553.
The West Bergholt Concert Band are heading to Tiptree next Saturday (15th July) where their theme is a Centenary of Music. Taking place in St Lukes Church the event is in support of the Friends of St Lukes who are raising money for repairs to the church extension. Continue reading “A Centenary of Music in Tiptree – Concert Band”