Derek writes: This week is Volunteers’ Week, it is an opportunity to say thank you to the many, ( The National Trust have 53,000 volunteers alone) who volunteer in myriad ways up and down the country. Thank you likewise to the group who help in the Churchyard here at St. Margaret’s. We will restart in … [Read more…]
Derek writes: In preparation for resuming bell ringing at St. Margaret’s Church, 4 ringers met to check the bells were in good ringing condition and nothing had been nibbling the ropes. As it happened we were met with a surprising sight. The mesh over the tower louvered windows had rusted and the Jackdaws had forced … [Read more…]
Derek writes: After 6 weeks of virtually no rain the Good Lord is readdressing the balance. Everything is beginning to grow, including the weeds. Do look out for Orchids, the early purples are out now.They are dotted around here and there, growing on woodland edges. What a delight!
Derek writes: Many years ago a neighbour said to me “No finer place to be, than Sussex in May.” This year, Sussex is living up to its billing. Bluebells are in their prime and looking glorious. Do get out and about and take in their colour, shape & fragrance. You don’t have to go far they are everywhere, … [Read more…]
Derek writes: “It’s Apple blossom time. Do take a moment to stop, stare and smell the flowers and watch out for the friendly bees pollinating them. Each apple variety has slightly different coloured flowers. Take a walk to Finche Field and look around the newly planted Village orchard of 40 fruit trees and marvel at the … [Read more…]