Anthony Knight will be playing his violin for us for about 15 minutes after the ‘Songs of Praise’ service today (14th December). Anthony, a regular visitor to All Saints’ Church on his ‘Pilgrimage of Hope,’ is raising funds for UNICEF. Everyone invited. Amanda
Cutcombe Hill January Road Closure
We can now confirm that road repairs to the accident site on the A396 at Cutcombe Hill have been scheduled to start during the week commencing 5th January 2026. The delay in scheduling the repairs was due to detailed ground investigations, which showed that sheet piling would not be a suitable method to reinstate the … Continue reading Cutcombe Hill January Road Closure
Forest School Site Sought
Ema Lou Rowe is a dear friend of mine who is looking for land to use for her Forest School. A caring and considerate custodian of the land, I've no doubt at all that she would bring only positive things. Unfortunately the current Forest School site is in a phase of felling, which makes it … Continue reading Forest School Site Sought
Manor House Planning Applications
We are getting feedback from concerned and confused villagers about the two recent planning notices relating to works at Manor House. We would like to clarify these and hopefully put everyone's mind at rest. The planning notices are 'Variations of Conditions'. This means they have been issued because we did not do exactly what we … Continue reading Manor House Planning Applications
Village Clean-Up Thank You
I am so proud of the people from the village who came out this morning to help with the village clean-up. You have all worked extremely hard and the village is looking so much better with the drains clear of debris, ready for the deluge we may have on Monday. A special thank you to … Continue reading Village Clean-Up Thank You
Thank You, Amanda
I just want to thank Amanda for organising the carol singing in the churchyard yesterday. The firepit created a very cosy atmosphere and we all enjoyed singing as we stood amongst the gravestones with the light shining through the beautiful stained glass windows of the church. Without Amanda's tireless efforts, this sort of thing just … Continue reading Thank You, Amanda
Carol Singing Thanks
A great big thank you to everyone who came to sing carols in the churchyard yesterday afternoon. The weather was dry, the sky was clear and it was huge fun - for me, anyway. We raised £120 for Oasis of Peace UK. Thank you also to the bell ringers, who heralded the singing. A good … Continue reading Carol Singing Thanks
Village hall 100 Club Winners
The lucky winners of the final 100 Club draw of the year are, in first place, winning £30, Roz and Philip Griffin - congratulations! In second place, receiving £20, Jane Cobbald - well done Jane - and in third place, Eddie Bishop and Lizzie Dunn, happily, we hope, sharing £12.50. All cash prizes have been … Continue reading Village hall 100 Club Winners
Village Clean-Up Reminder
Hopefully the weather will be a bit better than last Saturday for the village clean-up this Saturday, 13th December. We will be meeting by the church steps at 10am. Please wear hi-vis clothing and bring your spades, brooms, etc, to make the village look fantastic. Mark at the shop/coffee shop has kindly offered half price … Continue reading Village Clean-Up Reminder
Church Service
The church service at All Saints' Church, Wootton Courtenay, this Sunday, 14th December at 11am, is our locally-led 'Songs of Praise' informal service of poetry, reflection and lots of hymn singing. Also, we are very pleased to welcome back young violinist, Anthony Knight, who will play for us after the service. Anthony continues his 'Pilgrimage … Continue reading Church Service