CHURCH EXTENSION UPDATE Trevor Swainson writes: Well, it is finally underway! So, some 30 years have passed since the idea of new facilities for St. Margaret’s Church was first mooted, If you think that this was a long gestation period, you only have to look back to the (then) new vestry that took over … [Read more…]
Trevor Swainson writes: St. Margaret’s Church Extension Project We are excited to announce that the long-awaited work on the Extension Project is about to become a reality. Next week, starting on 7th January, work will begin to install the drains required for the new toilet facilities, connecting the Church to the national water supplies for … [Read more…]
Trevor Swainson writes: The Church Extension Project is very close to commencement but awaiting formal approval from the Diocese. With our existing planning permission expiring on 13th January 2019 and the Festive period in between now and then, the PCC has been advised to apply again for Planning and Listed Building Consent before expiry with … [Read more…]
Trevor Swainson writes: Many people must have thought that we would never raise enough money to fund the Extension project but now we have raised over 80% of what is required. THE STORY SO FAR … Over £270,000 raised so far —– Target for fund-raising is £330,000 —– Full planning consent granted —- Full approval from English … [Read more…]
Trevor Swainson writes: ORGAN CONCERT Performed by Michael Heighway. The weather on Sunday (18th) was hardly conducive for turning out for the Organ Concert in St. Margaret’s Church but the 70 or so who braved the weather were treated to a truly inspiring concert. The Church organ has not been worked so hard for many … [Read more…]