Community, Parish Council & Village
The most recent WEA course, Perspectives of Pakistan, is coming to an end and has been well received, read about it below. The new year sees a new course starting led by Sue Pownall. It will address “Art Appreciation: Gardens in British Art in the 19th & 20th Centuries.”
This course explores how gardens have been Continue reading “Gardens in British Art follows Pakistan Perspective”
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”
The Premises & Recreation Sub-Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 4th September when, among other items, they discussed H&S matters, new lighting, new flooring, painting, roofing, handymen, licensing, football clubs, hiring and annual fireworks. Continue reading “Premises & Recreation – 4th September 2017”
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”
Village Fete & Produce ShowThis will take place on Saturday 9th September between 12noon and 4pm at the Orpen Hall & Lorkin Daniell Field. What we hope will become an annual event, this is intended for all the family to enjoy and to help build community bonds.
In the Orpen and John Lampon Halls, with exhibitions of Continue reading “Village Fete & Produce Show”
Crime Prevention in SpringColchester Neighbourhood Watch recently issued Crime Reports showing no incidents in West Bergholt between 27th March & 2nd April. They also had some advice to offer to help prevent crime at this time of year.
Well, spring has sprung and the migration into the garden has commenced with all the extra jobs that it brings. Unfortunately, with the spring season also comes seasonal crimes too and we need give this a little consideration to prevent them and help others avoid becoming victims too.
Janie Pirie – Botanical ArtistJanie Pirie SBA, Botanical Artist, is giving a talk and demonstration of her work to West Bergholt Gardeners on Monday 21st November. The talk takes place in the Orpen Hall starting at 7:30pm. There will also be a raffle and tea/coffee available (50p).
Janie specialises in floral and botanical art using coloured pencils. Her meticulously drawn and striking compositions have immensely accurate detail and great depth and intensity of colour.
Janie is a member of the Society of Botanical Artists and is also a tutor on their Distance Learning Course. In 2008 Janie won a Silver-Gilt Medal by the Royal Horticultural Society and Gold in 2009 and 2014. She is also a member of the UKCPS and shows her work at their annual exhibitions. Recently she has been awarded Best In Show, Runner-up Best in Show and Best Botanical.
If you would like to find out more about Janie and the course she runs, many in the Colchester area, visit her website.
Members can renew their membership, which runs from September to August each year, for £10. Non-members are welcome to attend the talk on Monday for £3. Any enquiries to [antibot mailto-“[email protected]”] or call 241256.
The West Bergholt Allotments are coming to the end of another fantastic growing season and are winding down their charity stall and inviting newcomers to join them.
Charity StallWith winter nearly upon us, the Allotment holders have now Continue reading “Allotments Seasonal Update – Charity & Vacancies”
Congratulations to Mark & Gill on the birth of James, and also to Gemma & Andy on the safe arrival of Samuel!
The following dates listing services and events up to the end of June, have been advised to us by St Mary’s, note italicised services are not in the village. Continue reading “St Mary’s Update – 24th May”
The following dates listing services and events up to the end of June, have been advised to us by St Mary’s, note italicised services are not in the village. Don’t forget – the collection on a Sunday morning is now being taken during the service just before communion. Continue reading “St Mary’s Update – 10th May”