Community, Parish Council & Village
A couple of recent news updates:
During the recent summer break, the Baby & Toddler Group held a sponsored walk. Their intention was to raise money for the playground on the Lorkin Daniell Field. Gratifyingly they raised Continue reading “Toddlers & Old Church Decoration Snippets”
Art Lovers Help Raise HundredsArt lovers turned out in their hundreds to visit the Art Show in the Old Church. In just 10 hours over the weekend of 15th – 16th June 320 visitors came to enjoy an art exhibition. Local artists had produced 185 works of art for the exhibition. The artists had used a variety of mediums to produce paintings which ranged in size from small to supersize.
The Friends of St Mary’s Old Church received Continue reading “Art Lovers Help Raise Hundreds – 320 visitors!”
Art in the Old ChurchThe Art in the Old Church exhibition is now fully subscribed. Taking place on 15th & 16th of June between 11 am – 4 pm, you can expect to see over 150 exhibits. All exhibits are by 47 local artists and many are for sale.
As well as a panoply of art you can also enjoy Continue reading “Art in the Old Church – 150 Exhibits Confirmed”
Peter Noakes’ recent talk about St Mary’s Through Time, focussing on the Royal Arms and Rev Havard, was very well supported. (Read more below). Progress in setting up the Art Exhibition is well underway but more works would be much appreciated. The Friends of St Mary’s report as follows:
The Friends have had a lot of interest in their forthcoming art exhibition. This takes place over the weekend of 15th-16th June but so far only about 20 people have submitted forms. They welcome budding Continue reading “St Mary’s – Royal Arms, Havard and Art”
Local Historian Peter Noakes will be talking about St Mary’s Through Time on Saturday 18th of May. He will answer puzzles such as:
The talk, which is being held in the Old Church, will start at 2:30 pm. Entry is free and accompanied Continue reading “St Mary’s Through Time”
Mapping our HistoryPeter Noakes, a local historian & Chairman of the Local History Group, shares his first thoughts on using a new mapping tool offered by the National Library of Scotland (yes you read that right, Scotland), to explore West Bergholt. Also, a quick reminder about a talk Peter will give on 18th May.
First of all, thanks to Tom Stevenson for finding this very useful website. You can use it to access Continue reading “Mapping our History – Literally”
Steve Hallam’s Guided 2019 Spring flower walk is fast approaching. These gentle walks guide you from the Old Church into the wonderful Hillhouse Woods in their spring glory where you might be fortunate to see many species of wildlife as well as spring flowers.
The guided walk starts at Continue reading “2019 Spring Flower Walk – Bluebell Heaven”
Vicar of Dibley, History & ArtThe first of three events coming up at St Mary’s Old Church, will be a wedding for a Vicar of Dibley play. This will be followed by an illustrated history talk and an art exhibition.
This will be the Orpen Players next production and the wedding scene between Hugo and Alice will be filmed in the Old Church. Continue reading “Vicar of Dibley, History & Art”
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.
Steve Hallam will lead a guided walk to seek out berries, soft fruit, nuts, seeds & fungi. All of these are now out in abundance. To join Steve you should meet him at the Old Church at 10 am on Saturday 20th October -wear suitable clothing! You should wear strong boots or wellies as we may encounter Continue reading “Autumn Walk – Fungi, Berries & Fruits”