Parish Church.

THE church has now received a faculty to go ahead with a kitchen area in the North West corner of the church. This will enable coffee to be served after service and also space for other activities.

To raise funds and to this end there is to be a Midsummer Madness' music and monologues evening on June 28 at 7.30pm in the church. Brian Jolly will entertain on the keyboard (he has played at Thursford and is an extremely talented performer) and other friends will supply monologues. Tickets are priced at £10 each which includes a glass of wine and refreshments. These can be obtained from Judith on 01206 250075; Marion on 01206 303048 or Rita on 01206 250805.


W.I.

THE speaker for the June meeting was Gary Egerton who gave a fascinating insight into Looking after VIP's'. He talked at length about his duties with members of our royal family, and other royal families, members of parliament and other dignitaries. His amusing anecdotes and examples had the listeners laughing.

A sumptuous supper prepared by the members was enjoyed and the meeting ended with a large raffle. Thanks were given to all who had helped make the evening such a success, and thanks were received form visiting Institutes. The evening ended with the singing of The National Anthem.

Our meeting next month is on July 9 at 7.30pm in the village hall. This is a Strawberry and Fizz Night'; speakers will talk on perfume not treated on animals and how to minimise your holiday packing. Admission is £5. Do come along and join us - open to members and non-members.


Parish Council.

AT the meeting on June 4, PCSO Les Barnes reported on one traffic collision in the past month. The training of villagers in the use of speed guns was discussed. If anyone is interested in being trained then please contact the Parish Clerk or PCSO.

Plans were viewed regarding proposed development at China Maroc; Road changes at level crossing; Proposed ménage at The Panthers; rear extension at Fairhaven; and a detached dwelling at land adjacent to Abbey View.

Funding is being sought for drainage improvements to the allotments and also for new equipment for the playing field.

Thorrington in Bloom - donation cheques amounting to £450 have been received. A working group is being organised to establish a weeding/planting rota. If you could spare an hour or so a week or fortnight contact either Nicky or Colin Dewell.