Community, Parish Council & Village
The recent Allotment Committee meeting minutes for July 2018 cover a range of matters from business such as welcoming a new Committee Member, Stuart Meadows, to good news for local causes as their fundraising efforts continue. Continue reading “Allotments Continue to Raise Money for Local Causes”
The Environment & Highways Sub-Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 19th July and discussed bus shelter & cherry trees at Orpen Hall, ponds, eco survey, allotments, handymen, street furniture, the Heath and other items also raised.
The Premises & Recreation Sub-Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 2nd July when, among other items, they discussed storage, Orpen Players, staging, MUGA, roofing, imminent installation of CCTV, rubbish bins, village fete, online hall bookings, communications & the Lorkin Daniell field.
St Mary’s Church update for 20th July provides listings of services and other events and news. This update includes Harvest Festival, results of Children’s Society collection and calls for help.
Village Fete – 1st SeptemberWe are hoping to run a stall at the Village Show. It would be great if Continue reading “St Mary’s Update – 20th July 2018”
Changes coming to West Bergholt SurgeryAs the NHS celebrates its 70th birthday, the stresses it is increasingly under are being felt by the Creffield Medical Group who run the West Bergholt Surgery. Dr Hasan Chowhan from the Group has given the Parish Council a briefing on the changes.
From the 1st June 2017 Creffield Medical Centre Continue reading “Changes coming to West Bergholt Surgery”
Protest against NEEB Planning Application!Yesterday saw a number of residents take to the streets in protest against the NEEB Planning Application. As you will know, this application does not conform to CBC’s emerging Local Plan nor West Bergholt’s Neighbourhood Plan currently undergoing Reg 14 Consultation.
Thankfully, Continue reading “Protest against NEEB Planning Application”
The Environment & Highways Sub-Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 14th June, and discussed bus shelter and cherry trees at Orpen Hall, ponds, allotments, handymen, items held over from the last meeting and other items raised.
Old Church Reopening ConcertAlmost a year after the Friends of St Mary’s announced that funds had been raised for urgent repairs to the Old Church, the Church is reopening to the public. The builders removed the scaffolding from St. Mary’s Old Church almost two weeks ago and committee members have been beavering away cleaning a rather dirty and dusty church. As from this Sunday 24th June, we are very pleased to say that it is back in use once again. It will be open every day from 10 am – 4 pm.
When you visit you may be surprised that there is not much discernible difference inside the church. The recent repairs addressed the roof, 2 dormer windows and rotten timbers were replaced. The tower was also reclad with Cedar panels (see above). The next phase will involve redecoration of the interior. The work is being done by the Churches Conservation Trust who are responsible for the fabric of the church along with 350 others. The village Friends’ group aims to keep the Old Church a part of village life by opening and closing it daily and raising enough funds to keep it and the churchyard properly cared for.
On Sunday 24th June at 3 pm, we are delighted to welcome back the Comrie Singers together with Jubilant Brass and The 4 Saxes who will entertain visitors with a musical concert. Tickets are only £6 and this includes refreshments served after the concert. Please do come and enjoy this annual event.
The Comrie Singers choir has been going about 7 years now. Originally formed by parents with an association to St. Mary’s School. The name derives from Comrie House, their Lower School in Lexden, where they used to rehearse. They now rehearse every second Monday at Philip Morant School, and cover all genres of music, as long as it is fun. The Choir always welcome new members. Not all members can read music, that is not necessary, but it does help of course.
Jubilant Brass formed in 2012 which was Jubilee year, hence the name. It was originally a quartet until the Tuba player joined three years ago making them a quintet.
The 3 Saxes are a group that plays at weddings and other social events and are all members of other bands and orchestras in the area.
St Mary’s Church update for 18th June provides listings of services and other events and news. This update includes Praise on 4 Café, results of Christian Aid collection, calls for help and a course in Christian Studies.
Join us for coffee & croissants, music, informal worship and discussion on 24th June at 9:30 am. This month’s theme is ’Good News?’
Everyone Welcome! Continue reading “St Mary’s Update – 18th June 2018”
The Premises & Recreation Sub-Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 4th June when, among other items, they discussed MUGA, roofing, CCTV and remote access, rubbish bins, village fete, communications, bulletin & Lorkin Daniell field.