THE FRIENDS OF ST PETER’S CHURCH, OFFORD DARCY
We were disappointed that the Spring Craft Fair had to be cancelled at the last minute, as there was such a lot of interest in this event. Unfortunately the archery field was booked up until late afternoon and this prevented the use of the field for car parking facilities and stallholders to get near the church to unload their goods. We are hopeful that another date can be settled upon, subject to car parking availability, but the rescheduled event is likely to take place over the Heritage Weekend, 11th/12th September.
OUR PRESTIGIOUS SUMMER MUSIC CONCERT
“IN SUMMER THE SONG SINGS ITSELF”
An evening of popular music from the world of shows and operetta
to warm the heart on a summer evening.
Saturday 3rd July – BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR THIS SUPERB EVENT (Smart dress – black tie optional)
Ticket prices are £12.50 and include a complementary welcome glass of bubbly to be enjoyed on the Manor House lawns with a light supper in the interval. This is the best way to enjoy a fabulous music concert right here in our village, in the great acoustics of St Peter’s Church and performed by international stars of the opera and theatre stage. We are pleased to welcome back Theresa Goble; Morag McLaren; Brian Parsons; Michael Dore and Michael Robinson.
If you haven’t been to one of these concerts, then do come along this year, as it is such a special experience in a wonderful setting. Tickets will be sold out quickly, so to ensure you get yours early, make your booking now by contacting Bernie Howes 01480 812899 or box office website boxoffice.stpeters@gmail.com
2010 Other Events
Friday 11th June AGM in the Church . All welcome.
11th/12th September Church Open for Heritage Weekend
Sunday 5th December Christmas Craft Fair
Sunday 19th December Carols by Candlelight Service
The Roll of Honour
Cambridgeshire County Council archivists have now digitally copied the original restored document and only on close examination can the original and the copy be distinguished apart. It has been decided that the original will be sent for safe keeping to the County Council archivists and most probably stored in the Huntingdon archive facilities, where we believe other items relating to the church might be stored.
The Friends Group would like to organise a special occasion when the Roll of Honour document can be officially rehung in the Church and thus give the opportunity to as many relatives as possible of those listed, to attend this event. This document is such an interesting piece of history as it proves just how many men from the village of Offord Darcy fought in the First World War, with many being injured but surviving and 13 who died. There are some familiar Offord family names listed on the document. You can see part of the restored document on the Friends website www.stpeterofforddarcy.co.uk
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Headed by a small but enthusiastic committee, the Friends promote the use of this much loved building by all members of the local community for concerts, exhibitions, amateur dramatic performances and similar events. We provide a pool of volunteers to assist the Churches Conservation Trust’s custodian to care for the church. Membership is open to all and by joining the Friends of St Peter’s, Offord Darcy you will be assisting the Trust to develop greater use of the church. You can give valuable support – simply by belonging - and we would really welcome new members who have the same interests and passion in preserving old buildings for future generations to enjoy. Please contact the undersigned for more information or visit our website www.stpeterofforddarcy.co.uk
Jenny Griffiths
Secretary
01480 811126