Northiam
Summer Fair: On Saturday (9th), we have another occasion when the village comes together, with the Village Fair on the Playing Fields. The Boot Sale will start at 9am, and many of our local Societies are taking part in the Fair which starts at 10am. Along with all the traditional amusements, there will be Classic Cars and Motorcycles, The WI’s tea tent and a Dog Show (registration from 11am). The Footpath Group will be bringing lots of maps and walk suggestions for the local area and further afield and will be happy to talk to you about public rights of way etc. Local ladies have donated a hand-stitched quilt which will be raffled in aid of the Village Hall Trust. Petal-shaped tickets will cost £1 for a chance to win this future heirloom whose theme is Granny’s Garden. Sally and Richard Bickersteth will be holding another huge-bric-a-brac stall in aid of the projects in Malawi. Sally has just returned from Chitiwiri, where she has been working on a new irrigation project, and will be able to tell you all about it. The Historical and Literary Society will have next season’s programme available, and they are still taking bookings for a screening of The Wipers Times in Rolvenden Village Hall on Friday 29th August. The Bowls Club is accessed behind the children’s play area, and will be opening the club during the Summer Fair on Saturday, offering free taster sessions between 10am and 2pm. Anyone interested can just turn up and have a go – all you need are some flat shoes or trainers. Bowls is suitable for all ages and sexes, and can be played competitively or socially. Northiam is a small friendly club, and offers a great way to meet new people and get some gentle exercise. If you are unable to make it on 9th, you will be very welcome on Monday evenings after 5.30pm to have a go, or phone Trevor Monk (01797 252307). This is just a taster of the village societies who would love to see you and tell you more about what we have to offer.
Sport: For the next three weeks, there will be Pay & Play sessions in the Pretious Sports Hall on Friday evenings, when Sheldon Chambers (a Badminton England level 2 coach) will be running sessions: under 12s 6.30-7.30pm and adults, over 12s, 7.30-8.30pm. The cost is £2.50 a session. All very welcome. The Bowls Club is looking for new members, and anyone interested will be very welcome on Monday evenings after 5.30pm to have a go, or phone Trevor Monk (01797 252307). The Footpath Group will be having a Day on the Downs on Wednesday, when they walk the Alfriston/Firle Circular. Leave the surgery car park at 9am, and bring a picnic lunch. Share a car if you can – call Janette and Roger (366977) for details. Northiam 75 Football Club is looking for new players for next season. If you are interested (you must be over 16) please call Rob Deal 07876 741199.
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Hide AdMusic: If anyone was inspired by hearing Northiam Chamber Orchestra on Saturday – they are looking for new members! They meet on Thursday evenings in the Village Hall. Peter Fields (07792 3291450), the conductor, would be very pleased to hear from anyone interested.
Looking Ahead: The Horticultural Society’s Autumn Show will be earlier this year – on Saturday 30th August. All the details are in the Show Schedule available through the village website, or call Tony Pomfret (253287).
Northiam Scout Group will be holding their popular Pink Piglet Day on Saturday 6th September at Scout HQ, Goddens Gill. The Cub Scouts are in need of a leader. If anyone is interested in taking on this incredibly fulfilling role, please give Jacky Broad (01797 253228) a call. We have one of the oldest Scout troops in the country, and it has given a fantastic start to a lot of our youngsters. Also on 6th September, the Bonfire Society will be holding their next Craft Fair in the Village Hall. Stalls can be booked through the website: northiambonfiresociety.co.uk
Services (10th): 8am Holy Communion, 10.30am Holy Communion
Karen Ayling
The White House, Dixter Road