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EASTER LILIES

Easter Sunday falls on April 9th this year.

If you wish to donate to the Easter Lilies in memory of a loved one,  please give your donation to Louise Fox at The Old Rectory.

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KING CHARLES III CORONATION – MAY 6TH

 

Get involved with the celebrations for the Coronation of His Majesty The King which will take place on Saturday 6 May 2023 at Westminster Abbey, London when we will see His Majesty King Charles III crowned alongside The Queen Consort.

Residents in Ridlington will have the chance to come together in the village to celebrate the Coronation of the new Monarch.

 

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Following the success of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, I thought it would be lovely if Ridlington were to take part and have some kind of event in the village on Sunday 7th May to celebrate the King’s Coronation. The Parish Council have kindly approved some funding to support such an event.

I’m not aware if Ayston are planning anything, so thought I would ask if they would also like to join in with our  Ridlington event? I am happy to organise with support, as before, so am looking for ideas and/or offers of help. Ideas could range from street party to bring your own picnic…

I would be grateful if you would let me know if:
1. You think this is a good idea
2. You have any suggestions
3. If you can offer help/support however great or small

Please join us at Chimney Cottage on:  Friday 10th March at 2:00 pm

for an initial discussion/planning meeting – or just to listen in and have a cuppa amongst friends!

If you are aware of anyone else who might like to receive this information, please let me know, or forward this message to them.

 

Many thanks,
Anne Harvey
mobile 07751 079775

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BOOKS! BOOKS! BOOKS!

Beautifully written, the novel “The Heroes’ Welcome” by Louisa Young describes  the lives of two couples and how the ravages of war are worn.  Both men wounded in WWI – one physically and the other psychologically.  I recommend this book.

Written by Michael Wilson who worked as a doctor, a priest and university lecturer “A Coat of Many Colours – Pastoral Studies of the Christian Way of Life” reviews and comments on the personal and social effects of science and technology on modern life.  Although written in 1988 there is much in this book particularly the section on Living Faith which speaks to us today.

A series of murders – yes, another Hamish Macbeth murder mystery- “Death of a Liar”.  One of the more recent M.C. Beaton books with a good plot: enjoyable if this is your genre.

 

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WELCOME!

We are pleased to welcome Chris and Katrina to their new home in Ridlington and we hope that they will be very happy here.

The Ridlington Singers were delighted to welcome Katrina to the alto section.

Margie Wall

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CHURCH NEWS

CHURCH ROTAS

Thank you this month for
·      Church cleaning rota: to: Karen Baines; Debra Thatcher

·      Church flowers: please note, there are no flowers in church during Lent

·      Front of House Rota: Annie and David Harvey; Ruth Lees; Debra and Richard Thatcher

 

RIDLINGTON CHURCH APCM – ADVANCE NOTICE
The Ridlington Annual Parochial Church Meeting will take place at the church on Sunday, 28th May at 11:00 when reports will be formally presented.  To add your name to the Church Electoral Roll please contact Debra.  Everyone is encouraged to attend. There are vacancies for church warden, secretary and PCC members.

 

THE BIG HELP-OUT – Bank Holiday Monday, 8th May
Lend a hand – make a change:  opportunities for volunteering available.  Please contact Debra to express an interest.

 

 

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VILLAGE LITTER PICK – SUNDAY MARCH 5TH

When: Sunday, 5th March starting at 11:00 from 3 Main Street, Ridlington.

Afterwards, fancy a pasty and a pint?  This will be to celebrate St Piran (the patron saint of Cornish tin miners) who is celebrated on that day.

Please let Debra know if you want to add your name to the group of volunteers and want refreshments.

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DOG FOULING

There has been a significant increase of dog fouling within the village. Pavement, road and private driveways.

This has been brought to the attention of the Parish Council following an incident which resulted from a dog fouling outside a resident’s property.

This is not acceptable.

Thank you to the majority of dog walkers who are considerate and respectful and clear up after their dogs, But as usual it is a small number of individuals who cause the problem.

Not having a bag with you is no excuse!