Community, Parish Council & Village
Archaeological Update on Fordham HallMembers of the Colchester Archaeological Trust will update the History Group on the Roman Excavations at Fordham Hall next month. John Mallison & Jonathan Oldham from the trust will visit the History Group on Wednesday 12th February to give a full update on progress at the dig.
This Fordham Dig Update talk will Continue reading “Archaeological Update on Fordham Hall”
Imperial China – Land & PeopleThe first WEA course of the decade is on the subject of Imperial China. China, as one of the oldest continuous civilisations, is currently undergoing dramatic change; it has emerged as a major world economy.
David Prynn investigates more than 4,000 years of China’s turbulent past and brilliant cultural achievements prior to the Xinhai Revolution in 1911.
You will learn about the dynasties from the Continue reading “Imperial China – Land & People: A WEA Course”
Erle Havard Play Area ConsultationColchester Borough Homes is planning to upgrade the Erle Havard Play Area this year and are consulting on 5 options. You can see some simple illustrations of the five options on their website at cbhomes.org.uk/park-poll/ and, on that same page, click on your preferred option.
The deadline for responses is 24th January so is looming; there is no constraint on who can vote so an opportunity to get the kids involved!
Vocal Zones Christmas ConcertVocal Zones would like to thank all those who attended their Christmas Concert at St Mary’s Church. They were overwhelmed by the number of people in the church and the positive responses and compliments!
The programme Continue reading “Vocal Zones Christmas Concert”
Jumble Sale TomorrowThe ever-popular 1st West Bergholt Scouts‘ Jumble Sale is tomorrow, 11th January. They are open today to receive donations (jumble, bric-a-brac, books etc – NO furniture please).
Doors to the Scout HQ in Lexden Road will open at 2 pm tomorrow, entrance is 50p and it is then £1 to fill one of their bags or £5 to fill a black bag.
For more details contact 852780. Charity number is 285352.
BYG start their Spring term next week and welcome all in school years 6 -10 to join them. The costs are only £3 for the school year plus 50p each night attended. Activities for this term are: Continue reading “BYG Spring Term – Activities & Events”
The Greatest ShowmanThe West Bergholt Film Club is showing The Greatest Showman on Saturday 14th December – great performance, great music. Be there, at the Orpen Hall, doors open at 5 pm for showtime at 5:30 pm.
Tickets are £5 adults/£3 children and they are now available in advance from Scissorhands. Hot dogs will be available for £1. All proceeds go towards the new playground.
The film is rated PG due to some mild levels of violence and social drinking & smoking throughout; children should be accompanied by an adult. Enjoy the trailer and synopsis of the show below.
Continue reading “The Greatest Showman – The Impossible Becomes True”
25th AGM of Friends of Hillhouse WoodThe 25th AGM of the Friends of Hillhouse Wood is on Wednesday 11th December 2019. Starting in the Orpen Hall at 7.30 pm, refreshments will be served from 7.00 pm. The Friends will welcome members and non-members alike.
Following the conclusion of formal business, there will be a talk given by John More, Essex Wildlife Trust’s Living Landscapes Co-ordinator.
2019 has seen 4 organised walks; some snippets and links to the full articles are shown below: Continue reading “25th AGM of Friends of Hillhouse Wood”
Environment & Highways – 14th November 2019The Environment & Highways Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 14th November 2019 and discussed:
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Friends Unveil Christmas CardsThe Friends of St Mary’s unveil 2 new Christmas Cards for you to show off the Old Church to your friends and family. The two on top are from last year, the bottom two are new this year. Sold in packs of 6 for just £3.50, you can buy them from: Continue reading “Friends Unveil Christmas Cards”