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…]
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…]
Derek Shurvell writes: The Working party in the Churchyard on 7th June was attended by 5 adults and 9 youngsters. An enthusiastic group cleaned gates and hand rails, cut back a large Rhododendron, raked up long grass & daffodil stems in various parts of the Churchyard and trimmed back an overgrown hedge. Carrying and dragging large bag fulls … [Read more…]
Derek Shurvell writes: We hope you’re enjoying the verge outside the church which is now a wash with wild flowers. Encouraged by John Ralph 10 years ago to allow a more natural look to develop. We will leave the plants and grasses to flower and seed and then strim and remove at the middle of July and … [Read more…]