The annual St Mary’s Church Fete took place in Upton on Saturday (3 September). This ever-popular event retains the character of a traditional village fete, with features such as skittles and tug of war between the Parish Council and the parishioners, as well as the usual sale of homemade cakes, preserves and plants. The Blewbury… Continue reading »
St Mary’s Fete 2011 – Receipts
Stall Stall Holders Books The Whitmells & Robertsons £291.06 White Elephant Mimi Eighteen & friends £399.95 Preserves Jessie West £293.50 Plants Simon Powell, Austin & Edwin £249.05 Children’s games Fletcher family £14.70 Toys Rhiannon, Emily & Katie £43.04 Cakes Giulia & Brian Rippon £152.10 Fair Trade Maranda St J Nicholl £7.50 Teas Rosemary de Wilde,… Continue reading »
Theo Gordon’s bequests
Theo, a longstanding Upton resident, was a loved and respected member of the community. She was always ready to support local events and even when she was too ill to attend displayed a keen interest in what was happening. Over the years she was a generous supporter of the Village Hall and St Mary’s Church,… Continue reading »
St Mary’s Fete
St Mary’s Fete will be held on Saturday 3rd September at 2.00pm at the Recreation Ground. Entertainment by Quainton Quackers, Blewbury Band, Fun Dog Show All the usual stalls, games and sideshows. Delicious home made teas. If you would like to help with the Fete please contact Jessie on 851206 or Clare 850486
Churn Benefice Activities for July
Churn Youth Group Sunday 3rd July at 6pm, in the Methodist Chapel, Blewbury Sunday 17th July at 7pm, at Tickers Folly, Blewbury. All young people of secondary school age are welcome to come along. We meet on the third Sunday of the month from 7pm to 8.30pm at the Benefice Centre or other venue depending… Continue reading »
June Happenings in the Churn Benefice
Christian Fellowship Group – for Mums with young children who meet together to grow in faith and take something of what they experience to their families. The next meeting is on 7th June at Torpids, High Street, Upton, 8pm. Theme – Helping our children to understand that what we do affects others. Contact for information… Continue reading »
Churn Benefice Meetings in May
Christian Fellowship Group – for Mums with young children who meet together to grow in faith and take something of what they experience to their families. The next meeting will be on 17th May, 8pm. Contact for information or transport: Justine 510864; Revd Louise 851011 The CHURN Branch of the MU The next Pram Service… Continue reading »
Churn Benefice Activities for April
The CHURN Branch of the MU The next Pram Service will be on Wednesday 6th April at 12.15pm in the Vale Room, Blewbury Village Hall. ALL AGES ARE WELCOME. A sandwich lunch is provided by the Mothers Union after the service. This is a short Eucharist service ideal for pre-school children to bring parents, grandparents,… Continue reading »
Churn Benefice Activities for March
Churn Youth Group Sunday 20th March at 7pm in the Benefice Centre All young people of secondary school age are welcome to come along. We meet on the third Sunday of the month from 7pm to 8.30pm at the Benefice Centre or other venue depending on what activity we decide to do. The CHURN Branch… Continue reading »
What’s on in the Churn Benefice for February
Churn Youth Group Sunday 20th February at 7pm in the Benefice Centre All young people of secondary school age are welcome to come along. We meet on the third Sunday of the month from 7pm to 8.30pm at the Benefice Centre or other venue depending on what activity we decide to do. Also – 6th… Continue reading »

