On a rather inauspicious evening, after a power cut and wintry shower the pancake party continued as planned. 30 or so children & adults played pancake tossing games ( with wraps ), musical pancakes ( like musical statues ), enjoyed various craft activities and then tucked into over 100 pancakes with either savoury of sweet fillings. … [Read more…]
On a misty damp evening we went up onto the Ashdown Forest at Hindleap to play manhunt. The rules are: A small group hide in a designated area and then the others have to find them (preferably without torches), and hide quietly with them until everyone has found them. As you can imagine hiding in bracken and … [Read more…]
Derek writes: On a bright morning, a small but enthusiastic group set about pruning, clearing and digging round grave edging. Important work is always completed on these mornings, helping to keep the Churchyard reasonably tidy and push back untouched areas. Willing hands & feet are always much appreciated – everyone’s welcome to join in. No expertise is … [Read more…]
Emmaus Spring Term started on 10th January with an evening in West Hoathly Village Hall of volleyball, hanging out and decorating cup cakes with all manner of deliciously rich butter icing, sprinkles & toppings. The materials had been kindly prepared by one of the Youth Leaders. The following week, 17th January, we moved to The Sharpthorne … [Read more…]
On Friday 29th November, a beautifully sunny day after 3 days of grey and rain, an enthusiastic bunch had a good clear out of the drainage gulley on the South side of the Church. Also work cutting back the sods around the grave edges continued a pace. There’s no December working party so the next working … [Read more…]