What a busy month they’ve had at All Saints Parish Church and Community Centre in West Markham, near Tuxford.
Two fascinating history walks took place, both of which were fully booked. They learned much about this beautiful church and its chequered past from local historian Adrian Gray. The area is steeped in history, and elements of the building date back to Saxon times. It has also been cited as the oldest church in the Southwell Diocese. Over the years, it has been dominated by the Dukes of Newcastle until 1824 when the Newcastles obtained a faculty to take down the church and build the Mausoleum in Milton in 1831. Fortunately, All Saints Church wasn’t demolished, and people can still enjoy this beautiful old building today.
The Church also celebrated the King’s Coronation with a pie and pea supper, attended by 26 local residents. The church looked splendid, adorned with bunting and Union Jacks, and it was a fantastic night.
The Art Club continues to be successful and always welcomes new members. It runs on Thursday mornings and is growing in popularity. They encourage everyone to look out for photos of the members’ work and possibly even an exhibition.
Upcoming events
Art Club: Thursday mornings, 10.30am to 12.00pm, with local talented artist Derek Spence. The cost is £8.00 and it runs in six-week blocks. For further details, contact Cindy on 07763 631952 or Victoria on 07866 416269, or simply stop by to say hello and meet everyone.
Quiz night: Friday 30th June at the ‘Pub with No Beer’. The Quiz Master is John Lambert, and it is teams of four. Cost is £1.00 per person, and soft drinks and snacks will be provided. Please bring your own alcohol. To book a place, call or message Victoria on 07866 416269.
To be arranged
Pilgrims and Prophets Walk with a talk by Adrian Gray: the date is yet to be announced. Due to the huge popularity of these events, Adrian has agreed to run another one. If you are interested in joining, speak to Maggy on 07950 167821.
Core Strengthening Class: blocks of six, starting on Wednesday evenings at 6.30pm as soon as possible. If interested, speak to Vikki on 07860 276578. It’s an excellent way to get in shape for summer and beneficial for horse riders too.
Silent Auction: bring your own alcoholic beverages. Soft drinks and snacks will be provided. Prizes and donations are urgently needed for this event.
They would love for you to be part of their community. They have a Facebook page where they regularly post details of upcoming events. You can find them at ‘MCCP GROUP WEST MARKHAM’, or you can contact any of the committee members at the above numbers at any time.
Donations are always gratefully received, as they rely on kind generosity to continue. Cakes, raffle prizes, and donations can be dropped off with Victoria Kieller at Manor Farm, Main Street, Milton, Cindy Bradley at The Old School House, Parson Lane, West Markham, or Vikki Hayton at College Farm Equestrian Centre.