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Four Footpaths Named in Honour of the Fallen

Rhys Lloyd at Memorial Way
Rhys Lloyd, whose idea it was, at Memorial Way

Four Footpaths Named in Honour of the Fallen

The Local History Group is proud to announce that, after 6 months of discussion and planning, four footpaths have been named with a ‘Memorial’ sign at each end of the paths.  Each of the signs includes the word MEMORIAL.  They mark the commemoration of the centenary of the end of the Great War; in particular the fact that over 170 villagers joined the British Forces of which at least 27 made the ultimate sacrifice. Continue reading “Four Footpaths Named in Honour of the Fallen”

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Wild Flowers of Essex

Dr Chris Gibson talking to WB Gardeners

Dr Chris Gibson talking to WB GardenersWild Flowers of Essex

West Bergholt Gardeners recently enjoyed an interesting talk by Dr. Chris Gibson about “Wild Flowers of Essex”.  Chris drew on his 30+ year career as a nature conservationist, working to preserve Essex wildlife and landscapes.  The Gardeners learnt about the large areas of ancient woodland around the county (which includes Hillhouse Wood) and the flowers and plants which flourish there.

Threats to Wild Flowers

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Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

West Bergholt Film Club Movie Night

Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

The 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”

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Battle’s Over – West Bergholt’s Tribute to the Millions

Battle’s Over – West Bergholt’s Tribute to the Millions

Over 150 people from the village gathered on the evening of 11th November to play their part in a nationwide “Battle’s Over” commemoration.  This nationwide event was marking the ending of the 1st World War 100 years ago.

The commemoration saw a common theme being played out in urban and rural areas, towns, villages and cities.  Collectively a 1000 buglers were sounding the Last Post, over 1000 beacons of light being ignited;  a similar number of Cathedral and Church bells also rung out. Continue reading “Battle’s Over – West Bergholt’s Tribute to the Millions”

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Battle’s Over – A Nation’s Tribute

Battle's Over - A Nation's Tribute Logo

Battle's Over - A Nation's Tribute LogoBattle’s Over – A Nation’s Tribute

West Bergholt is participating in the Nation’s Tribute, a nationwide Day of Commemorative Events.  It marks the Centenary of the end of the First World War and pays tribute to the millions killed or wounded in battle.  It also recognises those on the home front who struggled amidst pain and loss to help ensure freedom survived.  The event will follow a programme of activities seen in over 1,000 places around the UK. Continue reading “Battle’s Over – A Nation’s Tribute”

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Colchester & the Armistice

Colchester celebrating the WW1 ArmisticeColchester & the Armistice

Andrew Phillips, a local historian and author, talked about Colchester & the Armistice in delivering the Annual Bernard Colbron Lecture.  Organised by the West Bergholt Local History Group1, the talk took place at 7:30 pm on 14th November 2018 in the Orpen Hall.

Report from the Talk

With the centenary of the end of the Great War occurring on November 11th 2018, this talk is very appropriate as it follows the many activities which will take place throughout the country, including here.  Andrew has visited the History Group a number of times and knew our former Chairman, Bernard Colbron, very well.  He is, therefore, a very appropriate person to deliver this second Bernard Colbron Memorial Lecture.

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Celebrating 40 Years of Music

WBCB 40th Anniversary

WBCB 40th AnniversaryCelebrating 40 Years of Music

West Bergholt Concert Band is celebrating 40 years of music this year which culminates with this concert at St Peter ad Vincula in Coggeshall.  The concert starts at 7:30 pm on Saturday 17th November with tickets available on the door for £6 (£5 concessions).

The Concert

The Band will be offering two performances, as always offering an eclectic mix of musical styles,  as follows: Continue reading “Celebrating 40 Years of Music”