On 15 July members hosted a meeting and social evening to thank helpers with past fundraising events for Church wall painting conservation, and to discuss ideas for the future.

Group Chairman, David Corrie, reported the submission of an application for £50,000 with the Heritage Lottery Fund. A decision is due in the autumn, but fundraising is still needed, whatever the outcome.

The May Flower Festival was a great success, in spite of terrible weather, and it was suggested it could be repeated on alternate years - next in 2010.

Lynne Fugle explained the organisation of an Auction of Promises, which was an excellent fundraiser. The idea was well received and will be discussed further.

The Easter Saturday refreshments in the Church in tandem with the Hen Party at the Kitchen Garden will be repeated and organised by Sue Bishop. It was suggested this should be teamed with another village event.

The group was asked to organise teas again, linked with the National Gardens Scheme open garden at the Kitchen Garden.

Roger Anderson had kindly agreed to lead a History Walk around the parish next Summer.

Other plans also included concerts.

Volunteers will be needed and valued!

Sue Sollohub,
Group Secretary
01359 269574