Recognition for 'Village News'

We are disappointed to learn that the attempt to purchase the Green Dragon as a community asset has failed. This despite the enormous effort, time and attention paid to the project by the Green Phoenix Team — as well as the significant donations made by various local residents.This major undertaking was always ambitious, and those of us who shared the vision owe a debt of gratitude to the...

"Blow the Wind Southerly" is the theme of the next Witchert Chorale concert, with this fine local choir singing about sailors and saints and students and drinking, as well the odd nursery rhyme or two, all set to music by Elgar, Grieg, Holst, Poulenc, Rossini and Rutter amongst others. Truly something to please and delight everyone. Come and enjoy some gorgeous choral music at St...

Thanks to the amazing community response last autumn for poppies and doves for Remembrance Day, we have stored a large number of poppies that were knitted, crocheted or crafted from felt. It would be wonderful to re-use them on an annual basis.One suggestion is that we create a 'pop-up' display, which can be used each November.If you would like to be involved or if you have any ideas...