MARCH/APRIL 2018 UPDATE

With the return of our newly restored bells approaching, activity across a whole range of tasks is in progress. The large table, once in the vestry, has found a new home in the main body of the church. The old pew doors are being used to make the ringing chamber safer by lining the balcony and bannister.

Our events team are planning the last big fundraiser for the Bells Appeal. The Barnham Broom Village Summer Fete will be at the Mill House on Sunday 19th August 2018 1pm to 5pm. If there are any local clubs, associations, crafts or stall holders that would like to join us, please contact bbbells.appeal@gmail.com to book a stall at the fete.

There will be stalls, games, cakes, refreshments, a Beer Tent, BBQ, Bouncy Castle and more. Please do come and join us.

The Events team are also continuing their work under the direction of the Parish Council on fundraising events that will benefit the village. After a successful Quiz Night at the Village Hall in March that raised £295 towards the Memorial Garden, the next event will be Afternoon Tea and Open Garden at Home Farm on Saturday 23rd June.

A group of volunteers are working to produce a re-enactment of the history of the Church and bells. If you would like to get involved in any way, such as with scenery, props, costumes or general help, please contact bbbells.appeal@gmail.com. The re-enactment will take place on Saturday 6th October, in the Church. Watch for more details nearer the time.

Our sincere thanks once again to all who continue to help and support us. We have had a recent boost to our funds from the taxman in the form of a VAT refund. So our fund, which includes money in hand, money already spent and grants promised, now stands at less than £5000 away from our £74,000 target.