Community, Parish Council & Village
Bell Appeal UpdateGiving a Bell Appeal update, The Friends of St Mary’s admitted the £10,000 target was initially overwhelming, but they have been delighted by the support that they have received from residents, especially at their recent Curry Lunch.
The appeal had reached £8,605 before receiving Continue reading “St Mary’s Bell Appeal Update”
Notice of County Elections 2017The Deputy Returning Officer has issued a notice of an election for a County Councillor for the Constable Division (including West Bergholt). Nominations may be made no later than 4pm on Tuesday 4th April. If more than one nomination is received the election will take place on Thursday 4th May 2017.
Applications for postal votes must be made by 5pm on Tuesday 18th April.
Applications for proxy votes must be made by 5pm on Tuesday 25th April.
For full details please read the official notice:
Spring CleanHelp Spring Clean the village with the Litter Warriors at their next outing this weekend.
Starting from the West Bergholt Cricket Club, Manor Road, at 11am on Saturday 1st April this is no April Fool jest (although bad jokes might be excused). Why not spend an hour helping to tidy our village up and take pride in our beautiful village.
Families are welcome and all equipment will be provided. Following the litter pick there will also be free Continue reading “Spring Clean”
Bergholt Heath YFC – Results 26th MarchThe three matches on 26th March produced 2 draws and a win. U8 & U10 teams still have games but the season is over for the U12s finishing in 4th place in the league.
As we reach the twilight of the 16/17 matches we are starting to prepare for next season. Thanks to the development squad we have around a dozen children wishing to play in the under 7s section. We hope to enter two teams but Continue reading “BHYFC Results 26th March”
This Easter edition of Good News, St Mary’s Parish Magazine, is reproduced below (together with additional material from various notices), use the links to the stories & news items.
Easter is a wonderful time of year as we celebrate the time when Jesus rose from the dead, proving that God’s power of life over death, light over darkness and hope over hopelessness, is real. It is a time to celebrate and give thanks for all that God has done for us; which is undoubtedly easier to do as the days lengthen and the temperature rises. Continue reading “St Mary’s Easter Good News Update”
Bergholt Heath YFC – Results 19th MarchA decent weekend for Bergholt with a win, a draw guaranteeing a top 5 finish and a good run in a trophy tournament. This weekend sees 3 home games so why not come along and support the boys (kick off times below)? Continue reading “BHYFC Results 19th March”
Traffic Safety Update – Parking EditionA burning issue on many folk’s minds right now is parking – in particular near the village shop and school. In order to maintain safety for pedestrians, and other road users, markings on the road and signs on lampposts are intended to give clarity. This isn’t about convenience, it is about Continue reading “Traffic Safety Update – Parking Edition”
The Environment & Highways Sub-Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 9th March and discussed a range of issues including tree survey, allotments, zone wardens, handymen, flooding, storage & benches.
Continue reading “Environment & Highways – 9th March 2017”
The Premises & Recreation Sub-Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 6th March when, among other items, they discussed Fire Extinguisher Training, Bowls Club, Lighting, Flooring and Football Club. Continue reading “Premises & Recreation – 6th March 2017”
West Bergholt is a large rural Essex village located amongst open countryside. Country walks include the stunning Hillhouse Woods & St Mary’s Old Church. It is located near the border of Essex & Suffolk and just outside and to the North-west of Colchester – Britain’s Oldest Recorded town. The village:
In 2016 West Bergholt won the Class 2 prize in the RCCE Village of the year competition and overall 2nd place, read the news item for more.
To find out more about us click here. Click here to see recent news from the village.
Bear in mind some activities might still be affected due to COVID-19
Open House Coffee Morning
June 12, 2025 9:00 am - 10:00 am - St Mary's Church West Bergholt, 34 New Church Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3JE, UK
- June 12, 2025
Every Thursday morning in term time. Under 5's welcome.
Love to Move
June 12, 2025 10:30 am - 11:15 am - Scout HQ, Lexden Road, West Bergholt
- June 12, 2025
Find out more at Fitness - West Bergholt
5Ts (Tea Together on a Thursday @ Two Thirty)
June 12, 2025 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm - St Mary's Church Hall, 34 New Church Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3JE, UK
- June 12, 2025
5T's fellowship for over 60's @ St. Mary The Virgin Church. Cake and company every Thursday afternoon at 2.30 pm in the Church hall. Contact Ron Seymour on 07772 241178
Environment & Highways Committee
June 12, 2025 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm - Social Club Meeting Room, Orpen Memorial Hall, 45-57 Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BG, UK
- June 12, 2025
The Environment Committee meetings normally review Handymen activities and maintenance/development plans for Playgrounds, Ponds, Trees & Local Highways.
Guides
June 12, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Road, West Bergholt
- June 12, 2025
British Legion
June 12, 2025 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm - Beehive Pub, Little Horkesley
- June 12, 2025
Waste & Recycling Collections
June 13, 2025 7:00 am - 7:00 am -
- June 13, 2025
Find out more about what to recycle when at https://westbergholt.org/village-life/rubbish-recycling/
West Bergholt Training Band (Term-time only)
June 13, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Heathlands Primary School, 14 New Church Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3JF, UK
- June 13, 2025
1st West Bergholt Cubs
June 13, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BW, UK
- June 13, 2025
BYG - Bergholt Youth Group
June 13, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm - John Lampon Hall, Lexden Road, CO6 3BW
- June 13, 2025
Now established as a fortnightly event with all school years 6 - 10 welcomed.
West Bergholt Concert Band (Term-time only)
June 13, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Heathlands Primary School, 14 New Church Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3JF, UK
- June 13, 2025
Orpen Players
June 13, 2025 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm - Orpen Memorial Hall, 45-57 Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BG, UK
- June 13, 2025
Always a welcome for new actors or backstage helpers
Holy Communion at St Mary's
June 15, 2025 9:30 am - 10:30 am - St Mary's Church West Bergholt, 34 New Church Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3JE, UK
- June 15, 2025
Bowls
June 15, 2025 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm - Orpen Memorial Hall, 45-57 Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BG, UK
- June 15, 2025
Contact - Eileen Brown - 243301
Parent & Toddler Group (Term time only)
June 16, 2025 9:15 am - 11:15 am - St Mary's Church Hall, 34 New Church Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3JE, UK
- June 16, 2025
The group meets in the St Mary's Church Hall every Monday during term time from 9.30am to 11.15am. Parents and carers are invited to bring pre-school children and babies giving them an opportunity to meet up for a chat and the children to play.
For more information please contact Sarah on 07780 540345 or Lucy on 07814 489414 for further details or email [email protected].
60+ Dance4Health
June 16, 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester, UK
- June 16, 2025
Building confidence, balance, core stability, strength, co-ordination and friendships.
For information, contact Chloe Brooks 07984 739584 or 01206 617110.
TinyTalk baby signing class
June 16, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Road, West Bergholt
- June 16, 2025
TinyTalk offers a unique service to introduce babies (and toddlers) to signed language based on British Sign Language (BSL), this helps babies to communicate before speech. TinyTalk runs classes that are fun and relaxed whilst learning a vital skill. Half an hour of singing and signing followed by half an hour playtime, coffee and a chocolate biscuit!
Classes take place between 1:00pmand 2:00pm on Fridays in the West Bergholt Scout Hut, Lexden Road and are led by Deborah Taylor, a qualified BSL Level 2 instructor. Debs can be contacted either by phone, 01376 573241 or by email. You can find out more about TinyTalk on their website http://www.tinytalk.co.uk.
1st West Bergholt Cubs
June 16, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BW, UK
- June 16, 2025
Planning & Development Committee
June 16, 2025 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm - John Lampon Hall, Orpen Memorial Hall, 45-57 Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BG, UK
- June 16, 2025
The standard Agenda for these meetings include:
Members of the public are welcome to attend. The full agenda is published online in advance of each meeting.
Gardener's Association - September to May only
June 16, 2025 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm - Orpen Hall
- June 16, 2025
Orpen Players
June 16, 2025 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm - Orpen Memorial Hall, 45-57 Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BG, UK
- June 16, 2025
Always a welcome for new actors or backstage helpers
Pilates
June 17, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - John Lampon Hall, Lexden Road, CO6 3BW
- June 17, 2025
Contact [email protected] for more information.
Vocal Zones Choir (Term time only)
June 17, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm - St Mary's Church West Bergholt, 34 New Church Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3JE, UK
- June 17, 2025
New members are always welcome.
For further information please contact
our Chair - Julie Richardson on 07775 896 494.14
or our Secretary - Roxy Boyce-Brown on 01206 240 421
Fees for the year are £180 and are paid as six half termly installments.
Badminton
June 17, 2025 8:15 pm - 9:15 pm - Orpen Memorial Hall, 45-57 Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BG, UK
- June 17, 2025
Knitting & Crochet Group
June 18, 2025 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm - Members' homes
- June 18, 2025
Call 01206 242015 for details
1st West Bergholt Beavers
June 18, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BW, UK
- June 18, 2025
1st West Bergholt Scouts
June 18, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BW, UK
- June 18, 2025
Colne Valley Flower Club
June 18, 2025 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm - Orpen Memorial Hall, 45-57 Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BG, UK
- June 18, 2025
More club details at https://westbergholt.org/clubs/flower-club/ or call Alison on 973563
Open House Coffee Morning
June 19, 2025 9:00 am - 10:00 am - St Mary's Church West Bergholt, 34 New Church Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3JE, UK
- June 19, 2025
Every Thursday morning in term time. Under 5's welcome.
Love to Move
June 19, 2025 10:30 am - 11:15 am - Scout HQ, Lexden Road, West Bergholt
- June 19, 2025
Find out more at Fitness - West Bergholt
5Ts (Tea Together on a Thursday @ Two Thirty)
June 19, 2025 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm - St Mary's Church Hall, 34 New Church Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3JE, UK
- June 19, 2025
5T's fellowship for over 60's @ St. Mary The Virgin Church. Cake and company every Thursday afternoon at 2.30 pm in the Church hall. Contact Ron Seymour on 07772 241178
Mobile Library Visits
June 19, 2025 2:55 pm - 3:55 pm - Orpen Memorial Hall, 45-57 Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BG, UK
- June 19, 2025
Guides
June 19, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Road, West Bergholt
- June 19, 2025
Waste & Recycling Collections
June 20, 2025 7:00 am - 7:00 am -
- June 20, 2025
Find out more about what to recycle when at https://westbergholt.org/village-life/rubbish-recycling/
West Bergholt Training Band (Term-time only)
June 20, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Heathlands Primary School, 14 New Church Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3JF, UK
- June 20, 2025
1st West Bergholt Cubs
June 20, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BW, UK
- June 20, 2025
West Bergholt Concert Band (Term-time only)
June 20, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Heathlands Primary School, 14 New Church Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3JF, UK
- June 20, 2025
Orpen Players
June 20, 2025 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm - Orpen Memorial Hall, 45-57 Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BG, UK
- June 20, 2025
Always a welcome for new actors or backstage helpers
Bowls
June 22, 2025 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm - Orpen Memorial Hall, 45-57 Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BG, UK
- June 22, 2025
Contact - Eileen Brown - 243301
Parent & Toddler Group (Term time only)
June 23, 2025 9:15 am - 11:15 am - St Mary's Church Hall, 34 New Church Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3JE, UK
- June 23, 2025
The group meets in the St Mary's Church Hall every Monday during term time from 9.30am to 11.15am. Parents and carers are invited to bring pre-school children and babies giving them an opportunity to meet up for a chat and the children to play.
For more information please contact Sarah on 07780 540345 or Lucy on 07814 489414 for further details or email [email protected].
60+ Dance4Health
June 23, 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester, UK
- June 23, 2025
Building confidence, balance, core stability, strength, co-ordination and friendships.
For information, contact Chloe Brooks 07984 739584 or 01206 617110.
TinyTalk baby signing class
June 23, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Road, West Bergholt
- June 23, 2025
TinyTalk offers a unique service to introduce babies (and toddlers) to signed language based on British Sign Language (BSL), this helps babies to communicate before speech. TinyTalk runs classes that are fun and relaxed whilst learning a vital skill. Half an hour of singing and signing followed by half an hour playtime, coffee and a chocolate biscuit!
Classes take place between 1:00pmand 2:00pm on Fridays in the West Bergholt Scout Hut, Lexden Road and are led by Deborah Taylor, a qualified BSL Level 2 instructor. Debs can be contacted either by phone, 01376 573241 or by email. You can find out more about TinyTalk on their website http://www.tinytalk.co.uk.
1st West Bergholt Cubs
June 23, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BW, UK
- June 23, 2025
Orpen Players
June 23, 2025 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm - Orpen Memorial Hall, 45-57 Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BG, UK
- June 23, 2025
Always a welcome for new actors or backstage helpers
Mobile Library - Click for details
June 24, 2025 1:55 pm - 4:45 pm - Albany Road, Lexden Road, Queens Road & Chapel Road
- June 24, 2025
Location Arrive Depart
Albany Road 13.55 14.20
Lexden Rd, Scout Hut 14.45 15.30
Queens Road 15.35 15.55
Chapel Road 16.00 16.45
For renewals, enquiries and information any time, day or night https://libraries.essex.gov.uk/home
Tel: 0845 603 7628 (The Answers People),
Textphone: 0845 758 5592
Email: [email protected]
Pilates
June 24, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - John Lampon Hall, Lexden Road, CO6 3BW
- June 24, 2025
Contact [email protected] for more information.
Vocal Zones Choir (Term time only)
June 24, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm - St Mary's Church West Bergholt, 34 New Church Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3JE, UK
- June 24, 2025
New members are always welcome.
For further information please contact
our Chair - Julie Richardson on 07775 896 494.14
or our Secretary - Roxy Boyce-Brown on 01206 240 421
Fees for the year are £180 and are paid as six half termly installments.
Badminton
June 24, 2025 8:15 pm - 9:15 pm - Orpen Memorial Hall, 45-57 Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BG, UK
- June 24, 2025
1st West Bergholt Beavers
June 25, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BW, UK
- June 25, 2025
1st West Bergholt Scouts
June 25, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Scout HQ, Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BW, UK
- June 25, 2025
Parish Council
June 25, 2025 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm - John Lampon Hall, Orpen Memorial Hall, 45-57 Lexden Rd, West Bergholt, Colchester CO6 3BG, UK
- June 25, 2025
The Agenda for each Parish Council meeting is published online in advance, normally on the Friday prior. Normally this will include some 'housekeeping' items, like prior minutes, apologies etc... and will then go through reports from any Borough/County Councillors present, committee minutes etc...
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