SATURDAY 5th JULY 10.30 - 2.00 pm
COFFEE AND CAKE AND MORE
ST ANDREW'S CHURCH, CONGHAM
Join us Saturday 5th July 10.30am - 2pm when there will be Coffee and delicious cakes - and more! £3.50 for Coffee and Cake.
Bring and buy cakes, home produce and plants, books, Tombola and other stalls.
Bring a chair if the weather is fair!
Any items for collection please contact Helen Lilley on 01485 600153 email helenlilley@hotmail.com
SATURDAY 7th to SUNDAY 15th JUNE - See Poster for Guest Speakers' schedule
A THOUSAND BIRDS OF HOPE
ST LAWRENCE CHURCH, HARPLEY
"A Thousand Birds of Hope" is a community project led by artist Patricia Stewart in partnership with St Lawrence Church, Harpley.
Visit the Church between 7th and 15th June to see the artwork, to listen to the music and speakers inspired by birds and flight
and enjoy some refreshment - 10 - 4.00pm.
This is a fundraising event to maintain our beautiful and ancient building.
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There are more photographs to be seen on our photo Album page ;www.ggmbenefice.uk/photos/gallery.php?id=34 or click on the photo opposite.
SUNDAY JUNE 15th 10.30 AND 1.30 PM
FoSB TRACTOR RUN AND COUNTRY FAIR
MANOR FARM, GRIMSTON
The Friends of St Botolph are very pleased to announce this year's Vintage Tractor Road Run and Country Fayre.
The tractors leave at 10.30 and return at 2.30 pm with the Country Fayre starting at 1.30 pm.
There will be Vintage tractors and Farm machinery, Steam tractors, Craft stalls, Live music, BBQ, Strawberries and cream, Beer, Pimms & Refreshments.
Free entry and Parking at Manor Farm, Grimston, PE32 1BG.
Contact Roger Coe for more information 07739 892141
SUNDAY JUNE 8th 4.00 pm
ORGAN CONCERT
ST ANDREW, LITTLE MASSINGHAM
Hilary Davan Wetton, a highly accomplished conductor and organist, will be giving an hour long concert playing an eclectic mixture of organ music.
Prosecco and nibbles will be served. Tickets available on EventBrite.co.uk - adults £15 - Children £6 - Family £40.00.More details at www.fosalm.org where there is a link to buy tickets.
Hilary Davan Wetton is one of Britain's most versatile and dynamic conductors.
Both choral and orchestral repertoire has featured in his wide-ranging career, and Hilary is particularly admired for his interpretations of Haydn and Mendelssohn, as well as English music of the 20th century.
Acclaimed recordings include those with the City of London Choir, Guildford Choral Society, Holst Singers, London Philharmonic and Royal Philharmonic Orchestras. Excerpts are available on this site.
A regular guest conductor with choirs and orchestras both in Britain and overseas, Hilary can be regularly heard on Radio 3 and Classic FM. Visit his web site at :Conductor | Hilary Davan Wetton
MAY 8th 2025 80th VE DAY ANNINVERSARY
ST NICHOLAS CHURCH GAYTON
To celebrate this wonderful occasion, the Flower Team with the Knit & Natter Group have decorated the Church especially.
The Church is open everyday between 10 - 4.00 pm. Come along and have a look. over the next few days.
SATURDAY MAY 3 rd 10.30 - 12.00 pm
COFFEE AND CAKE
ST ANDREW, CONGHAM
SATURDAY APRIL 26th 10.00 - 1.00 pm
PLANT FAIR
ST NICHOLAS CHURCH, GAYTON
All reasonably priced plants, shribs and house plants - plus refreshments in Church.
Please leave donated plants in the Church Porch or bring along at 9.30 am. Thank You. All profits are split with the Church and local good causes
WEDNESDAY 23 rd APRIL 7.00pm
ADVENTURE FROM VANCOUVER TO ALASKA - TIDEWATER GLACIERS BUT NO BEARS
ST BOTOLPH, GRIMSTON
Revd Sue Martin tells of her Adventure. £5.00 includes a glass of wine/soft drink and nibbles.
Proceeds to St Nicholas Church.
GOOD FRIDAY 18th APRIL
ST BOTOLPH, GRIMSTON 10.30 am A service with the Cross.
ST ANDREW, LITTLE MASSINGHAM 2.000pm Liturgy of the Cross
MAUNDY THURSDAY 17th APRIL
ST MARY, GT MASSINGHAM 10.30 HOLY COMMUNION
ST NICHOLAS, GAYTON 6.30 pm A SERVICE OF MEDITATION WITH AN AGAPE MEAL
An Agape meal is a Christian fellowship recalling the meal Jesus shared with his disciples during his ministry and expressing the Koinonia (community, sharing, fellowship) enjoyed by the family of Christ.
TUESD
AY 15th APRIL 10.00 - 12.00 PM
FOOD BANK OPEN MORNING
ST MARY, GT MASSINGHAM
You are warmly invited to the Food Bank Open Morning when supporters and sceptics alike can see how it all works. Coffee and cake served..
We have also had donated some lovely Easter Egg parcels. These will be raffled off with tickets a£1.00 each and all proceeds to the Food Bank.
SUNDAY 13th APRIL 10.15 am
PALM SUNDAY SERVICE
ST MARY, GREAT MASSINGHAM
A special service featuring Rodney the miniature donkey.
ST MARY, EAST WALTON 3.00pm
Join Jimmy and Timmy as they also join in with our Palm Sunday service at East Walton
SATURDAY 12th APRIL 10.00 - 12.00pm
FoSB COFFEE MORNING
ST BOTOLPH, GRIMSTON
All donations of cakes and plants to sell on the day gratefully received.
WEDNESDAY 9th APRIL 7.00pm
ADVENTURE FROM VANCOUVER TO ALASKA - TIDEWATER GLACIERS BUT NO BEARS
ST BOTOLPH, GRIMSTON
Revd Sue Martin tells of her Adventure. £5.00 includes a glass of wine/soft drink and nibbles.
Proceeds to St Botolph's Church.
WEDNESDAY 9th APRIL 11.00 - 1.00 pm
CHILDREN'S EASTER CRAFTS
ST BOTOLPH CHURCH, GRIMSTON
All children welcome to join in with fun craft activities and including Hot Cross Buns and an Easter Egg Hunt. All FREE.
SATURDAY APRIL 5 th 10.30 - 12.00 pm
COFFEE AND CAKE
ST ANDREW, CONGHAM
WEDNESDAY APRIL 2nd 7.00 pm
GROUP BENEFICE MEETING
ABBEY FARM, EAST WALTON
Weds 2nd April at 7pm Benefice Group Meeting at Abbey Farm, EastWalton, the home of Bill and Rachel Lewis.
All welcome, this is a chance to meet together and share in all that is happening in our parishes and to find out any next steps in our ‘Vacancy Journey’
SUNDAY 30th MARCH 10.30 am
GROUP SERVICE FOR MOTHERING SUNDAY
ST MARY, GREAT MASSINGHAM
THURSDAY 13 th MARCH 7.00 pm and then the 20th, 27th March and the 3rd ,10th APRIL
LENT STUDY COURSE - TOWARDS THE SUNRISE
ORCHARD HOUSE, GRIMSTON
We follow the disciples as they gradually become aware of the reality of the resurrection and what it meant for them.
It starts tonight and continues on the following 4 Thursday - 20 and 27th March and the 3 and 10th April. A warm welcome for all at the home of Dickie and Rosemarie Bowers, Orchard House, Grimston.
SATURDAY 15th MARCH 9.30 - 3.00 pm
"WALKING IN NEW TESTAMENT SANDALS"
ST NICHOLAS, GAYTON
Led by the Revd Dr Sue Woan, this will be an inter-active day of exploration, new insights and FUN, including walking in the footsteps of Jesus and a unique visit to the Early Church in Rome!
No previous knowledge of the New Testament required but please bring a Bible…… sandals optional! Cost: Free (donations welcome)
Light lunch will be provided, tea, coffee etc available throughout the day. Bookstall available– useful resources for study Please book in advance, contact; revdsuemartin@gmail.com or joysmith61@btinternet.com
SATURDAY MARCH 1ST 10.30 - 12.00 pm
COFFEE AND CAKE
ST ANDREW, CONGHAM
THURSDAY 13th FEBRUARY 6.30pm
OPEN MEETING
ST ANDREW'S,LITTLE MASSINGHAM
All local people and interested persins are welcome to attend and hear about funding to repair the roof and futiure plans. We are keen to hear from anyone with more ideas for the project.
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SATURDAY 21st DECEMBER 1 .00 - 3.00 pm
CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS CRAFT WORKSHOP
ST BOTOLPH PCC at POTT ROW METHODIST CHAPEL
Christingle, Biscuit decorating, Nativity Activities, Decoration and Card Craft, Christmas Tree Decorating,
Carols & Music, Enjoy hot chocolate and mince pies.
SATURDAY 7th - SATURDAY 28th DECEMBER
CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL
ST NICHOLAS, GAYTON
Calling all organisations or families in Gayton and Gayton Thorpe celebrate Christmas at Church and decorate a tree in your own style.
You need to provide your own tree, real or artificial with battery lights only and a max height of 150 cms or 5 ft.
For more details and to apply please contact Revd Sue Martin at revdsuemartin@gmail.com with "xmas tree fest" as your subject line.
The Church will be open every day and always looks splendid in the run up to Christmas and particularly for the Carol Service on Saturday 15th December.
THURSDAY 5th DECEMBER
CHOIR CONCERT
ST LAWRENCE, HARPLEY
Come and listen to the ever popular Harpey Community Choir.
Harpley Community Choir are entertaining at Church with a variety of songs from Ralph McTell to Sinatra. No tickets - just turn up but be early - and please leave a donation This is a very popular event with mulled wine, fizz and mince pies.
Fundraising for local organisations - the Church, School and Village Hall.
Contact Lynn Richardson :lynnrichardson71@btinternet.com or Lucy Brown : jeremylucybrown@aol.com
TUESDAY 3rd to TUESDAY 10th DECEMBER
CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL
WEDNESDAY 10th DECEMBER until the NEW YEAR.
NATIVITY 10 - 3.00 pm
ST LAWRENCE, HARPLEY
All local groups and charities are invited to come and display a tree. Contact Lucy Brown : jeremylucybrown@aol.coM
MONDAY 2nd DECEMBER 3.20 pm after School
"BIRTHDAY CAKES FOR JESUS"
ST LAWRENCE, HARPLEY
After School there will be a workshop in Harpley Church for children to make "Birthday Cakes for Jesus". Contact Lucy Brown : jeremylucybrown@aol.com
ADVENT COURSE, THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD
Advent Course , reflecting on the Nativity and Illuminating the role of Jesus in our lives.
Beginning tonight, Wed 27th Nov, and then on Thursday evenings on 5th, 12th, and 19th December.
All are being held at Rosemarie and Dickie Bowers, The Orchards,Lynn Road, Grimston.
SATURDAY 30th NOVEMBER 10.00 - 12.30 pm
CHRISTMAS COFFEE MORNING
ST MARY, GREAT MASSINGHAM
Join us for coffee, cake and Christmas Treats. Children can write a letter to Santa and put in our Express Post Box.
Along with handmade cards and gifts.
SATURDAY 23rd NOVEMBER 10.00 - 11.30 am
"BIRDS OF HOPE" COFFEE MORNING
ST LAWRENCE, HARPLEY
Saturday 23rd November - A Workshop for "Birds of Hope" at the Rectory.
Come and find out more. Contact Lucy Brown : jeremylucybrown@aol.com
FRIDAY 15th NOVEMBER 7.30 pm
BINGO
ROYDON CHURCH in the VILLAGE HALL
Join us for Bingo in the Village Hall including a Raffle, Tea and Coffee.
Any gifts with prizes (or cakes) gratefully received - please call 01485 600353 or 600059. Thank You.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 2nd 10.00 - 12.00 pm
COFFEE & CAKE
ST ANDREW, CONGHAM
SATURDAY 19th OCTOBER 10.00 - 4.00 pm
FoSB AUTUMN CRAFT FAIR
ST BOTOLPH, GRIMSTON
The Friends of St Botolph are hosting an Autumn Craft Fair in Church.
SATURDAY 12th OCTOBER from 10.00 am
COFFEE & CRAFTS
HARPLEY VILLAGE HALL
Raising funds for the King's Lynn Night Shelter. Come along to Chill Our and Chat with Coffee and Cake.
For sale there will be cards, mosaics, and other works of art by local artists. Framed pictures and other items.
If you have good items that you would like to offer for sale on a 50/50 basis then please call Rosemary on 01485 521866
Splendid Result from Harpley Coffee Morning:
The Coffee Morning and Art Sale on 12th October went really well and was well attended. A fantastic sum of £451 will be donated to the King’s Lynn Night Shelter. This was achieved by the sale of art works and household items (£227)and generous donations (£139). Refreshments profit was split with Harpley Village Hall, so each benefitted by £85. Thank you to everyone who supported the event in their different ways
SATURDAY OCTOBER 5th 10.00 - 12.00pm
COFFEE & CAKE
ST LAWRENCE, HARPLEY
PARISH WALKS
One hour walk with refreshments at st Andrew's form 7.30 pm.
SATURDAY 24th AUGUST 3.00 pm EAST WALTON
See the re-wilding project with refreshments at Abbey Farm at 4.30 pm.
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER HARVEST SUNDAY BAWSEY
A short Harvest service in the ruins of St James with a walk to follow and refreshmensts at Church Farm
SATURDAY 5th OCTOBER 2.00 pm ASHWICKEN WALK
The last of our Parish Walks for this year. We meet at the Church for a stroll around Ashwicken with tea at Ann and Andy Parker's House later. Everyone welcome.
More details of any of the walks from revd Sue Martin at revdsuemartin@gmail.com or Rosemary Mehers on 07720 971753
WEDNESDAY 2nd OCTOBER 7.00pm
TREK TO EVEREST BASE CAMP
ST BOTOLPH, GRIMSTON
Revd Sue Martin is presenting a talk with slides of her epic long walk. £5.00 a ticket to include wine/soft drink & nibbles.
Proceeds to St Botolph's Church.