Community, Parish Council & Village
Bergholt Heath YFC – Results w/e 18th DecemberThe boys started the final weekend before Christmas by enjoying Leisure World to themselves for the annual festive do. All three teams, the development school and their families were welcome to attend.
Back on the field the next morning the Under 8s had Continue reading “BHYFC Results w/e 18th December”
Bergholt Heath YFC – Results w/e 11th DecemberThe under 8s had no fixture this weekend
Our under 10s were away to St Edmunds. There they encountered a physical match , where several two footed challenges came their way which were not dealt with by the referee. Continue reading “BHYFC Results w/e 11th December”
Updates from St Mary’s and the Methodist Church includes listings of lots of Christmas events, services, bible readings and St Mary’s Good News articles.
We are very pleased to announce that St Mary’s will be now be open to visitors on weekdays between 9am & 4pm. All are welcome to come in to the church for a time of quiet and reflection. Continue reading “Churches Christmas Update – 9th December”
Will you meet Mary and Joseph on their journey this year?The churches in West Bergholt and Great Horkesley, as part of their Christmas preparations, are supporting Mary and Joseph on their journey around the villages.
They will be visiting the various West Bergholt Guide, Brownies, Cubs, Beavers and Rainbow packs in the lead up to the Gift and Parade service Continue reading “Posada 2016 – meet Mary & Joseph on their Journey”
The West Bergholt Concert Band’s next outing is to the church of St Peter ad Vincula, Coggeshall. Starting at 7:30pm on Saturday 10th December they promise to give a “Christmas Cracker of a concert, full of Christmas favourites, old & new”.
Music will include: Continue reading “Christmas Cracker Concert at Coggeshall”
Bergholt Heath YFC – Results w/e 4th DecemberLast weekend saw a win, a draw and a loss… Continue reading “BHYFC Results w/e 4th December”
Friends of Hillhouse Wood AGMThis will be the 22nd Friends of Hillhouse Wood AGM and all are very welcome to attend. Don’t hesitate to turn up; you don’t have to be a member to attend, you’ll just miss the pleasure of voting!
Taking place on Wednesday 14th December in the Orpen Hall, the meeting will start at 7:30 although refreshments will be served from 7pm. The Agenda is:
Chairman’s opening remarks. Continue reading “Friends of Hillhouse Wood AGM – 14th December”
Industrial Archaeology
The next WEA course is entitled “Industrial Archaeology” and it starts on Tuesday 10th January 2017 at 8pm.
Whilst the Industrial Revolution shaped Tyneside, the Black Country and the south Pennines, it also changed East Anglia’s landscape. Learn how the traditional crafts became mechanised, factory-based, industries, and discover their legacy. Our tutor is Steven Worsley.
This course will explain the importance of the industrialisation of Britain and will assist students in interpreting and recognising the surviving remains and artefacts. Eastern Counties industries discussed:
The course is taking place at the Methodist Hall Chapel Lane, West Bergholt. CO6 3EF and costs £47.25 over 9 weeks. You can pay in one of 3 ways:
If you decide the course is not for you, you can ask for a refund. There may be a fee waiver for those on low income/benefits.
ALL ARE VERY WELCOME
Contact Gill on 01206 240512 if you would like more details.
Chitts Hill Overnight Closure 3rd DecemberThere will be a closure of Chitts Hill Level Crossing to traffic between 23:45 and 07:00 on the night of 3rd December. This is to enable Network Rail to undertake urgent track consolidation through the crossing. Network Rail will maintain emergency & pedestrian access at all times.
The alternative route will be via Chitts Hill, Argents Lane, Spring Lane, Halstead Road, Chitts Hill and vice versa.
Christmas Coffee MorningThe Methodist Church is hosting a Christmas Coffee Morning in their Church Hall on Saturday 3rd December between 10am – 12pm. Entrance is free and all are welcome. Coffee, tea, biscuits and mince pies will be available. There will be a variety of stalls including:
A great opportunity to get into the swing of Christmas!