Possible Road Disruption in Burrow

We are having some work done on our driveway in Burrow, hopefully this Friday, 31st July, and maybe Monday 3rd August. This may cause some delays on the road through Burrow. Apologies for any inconvenience in advance. John CrossleyCroft Cottage

WSFC Food Request List – August 2026

If you are planning to shop in the next few days, we have completely run out of crackers, coffee, sugar, jam and marmalade, so if you are able to pick up one or two of these items during your next shop, it would make an immediate difference to our shelves. As we look ahead to … Continue reading WSFC Food Request List – August 2026

Robin’s Pincushion

Does anyone have in their garden, or know of locally, a Robin's Pincushion (Diplolepis rosae gall) growing on a dog rose that I could photograph? I am writing an article about gall wasps and need a picture of one. I thought I would be bound to have some in our patch here, but can't find … Continue reading Robin’s Pincushion

Sunday Times Colour Supplement Wanted

If anyone could spare us their Sunday Times newspaper supplement from yesterday (26th July) when they have finished with it, please could we have it?Our daughter produced the ‘Wham 10 Days in China’ film and it is featured. Many thanks, Ingrid and NigelManor House, Wootton Courtenay

Stair Gate Loan Wanted

Has anyone got a stair gate I could borrow, to stop my visiting cat coming into the rest of the house? I have developed a severe allergy to it! Please call 07810 541768 or email daphnewilbraham@gmail.com Daphne Wilbraham

Spare Bricks Wanted

Has anyone any spare building bricks available? Julie's 'cute tiny cacti' are now approaching 30 inches tall and are outgrowing the outdoor 'cactus house' I made, so I now need to raise it higher. Call 07845 769418 if you can help. Terry JonesVine Cottage

People’s Emergency Briefing

What’s happening to the climate and nature and what does it mean for everyday life in the UK. Saturday 8th August at 7.30pmRefreshments at 7.00 A reminder that the film based on the National Emergency Briefing will be shown in our village hall on Saturday 8th August at 7.30pm. Light refreshments and drinks will be … Continue reading People’s Emergency Briefing

100 Club Winners – July 2026

The winners of the July draw are: 1st prize - Rosanne Bell £30 2nd prize - Christine Payne £15 3rd Prize - Ro & Patrick Hoyte £10 Congratulations to all! Your prizes will be distributed this weekend. Jane and Daphne

Raffle Prizes Needed

We are currently short of prizes for the Flower & Produce Show raffle, which is a popular and important aspect of the show. We would specifically like donations of foodie treats (bottles of drink (alcoholic or otherwise), chocolates, biscuits, etc) or gardening-related items. If you can help with any of those, please drop your donated … Continue reading Raffle Prizes Needed