Theft of Grave Markers, August, 2019.

Metal thieves steal 52 grave markers from Sussex church                    Cash reward for information offered by local businessman On 14th August the priest of St Margaret’s church in West Hoathly discovered that metal thieves had targeted the churchyard, stealing the brass plaques that mark the graves of … [Read more…]

A Church Warden’s life.

Erica Ansell writes: I have been asked to put together “ a day in the life of a Churchwarden”. My face must have been a picture:  “ Who me” “ No way”, along with numerous flashbacks over the last 6 years – some good, and could be better days! Well where do I begin, probably … [Read more…]

If you go down to the woods today…

Derek Shurvell writes: Teddy bears Picnic, Sunday 7th July. The light rain stopped and the Teddy bears gathered on the Ashdown Forest to have one of their occasional Picnics.  Taking in the panoramic views the Teddys introduced themselves, and were thrown up high from an old parachute where they sang their favourite song before running down … [Read more…]

End of Term Swimming fun with Emmaus

Derek Shurvell writes: Our final meeting of the Summer Term took place at Leams End, a property with stunning views across Sussex to The Downs. On a warm, pleasant evening the youngsters took to the inviting swimming pool for most of the 2 hour session. Those who changed early played various outdoor games in the … [Read more…]

Stream walking & mud sliding.

Derek Shurvell writes: On Friday 5th July the Emmaus Club went Stream Walking at Tywford. This involves, as the name suggests walking along a stream without getting water into your boots. This is harder than you think along a twisty stream with over hangs, fallen tree trunks and deep pools. At the end of our walk … [Read more…]