23rd February 2024

Welcome to the latest newsletter. If you wish to have an item included in this newsletter, please email us at newsandevents@boxted.org.uk by Thursday 5pm at the latest. Thank you.



Church Services

Sunday 25 February




9.30 am Holy Communion, St Mary’s Langham


On the first Sunday in Boxted and the third Sunday in Langham there will be a shortened spoken Communion service at 9.30 am followed by refreshments and then will follow a more informal Morning Worship service at 10.30 am for those who wish to stay on or join later.

The aim of the change is to give the rector time to spend with the congregation during the coffee break before having to leave to conduct a service at a different church.


What’s on in March …



Save the date ….




Regulars in Boxted

Did you know there is an events calendar for Boxted Village Hall on the Boxted Village Website. Click here to view the calendar .


Acting for fun

  • February 18,
  • March 3, 10, 17

To book email scottdolling@hotmail.co.uk
or call Scott on 07904 887000


Boxted Royal British Legion


Check out the latest events on the RBL Facebook page .

All are welcome to all events!

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Forest Church




Second Saturday every month, 3pm, St Peter’s Churchyard


Boxted Bingo!




Contact Dot for more details on 01206 272676


Open door drop-in cafe




Fridays, 8.45am – 10.15am
Boxted Village Hall
Term time only


Boxted History Group




3rd Wednesday of each month
Boxted Village Hall – 7.30 pm
For further information call 01206 272774


Boxted WI




2nd Tuesday of each month 7.30 – 9,30
Boxted Village Hall

If any lady would like to get to know your fellow village ladies a little bit more or even just to join in the fun or enjoy some company you know where we are, just come along! We urge you to give us a try, we have a varied programme of activities throughout the year and guarantee plenty of laughs.

You can find us on Facebook


Art and Craft Club




3rd Wednesday of each month 2 – 4 pm
Boxted Village Hall


Bowls club




Every Friday 2 – 4 pm
Boxted Village Hall




Our Boxted Evergreen Club meet in the village hall every four weeks from 2.00pm to 3.30pm. Anyone wishing to come along would be given a warm welcome. Our members are always asked for their suggestions before our yearly entertainment programme is arranged, so we do try our best to cater for everyone. If you would like more information about our club please call Linda on 01206 272710.


Monthly Pencil Art



Contact willowsofdedham@gmail.com for more info


Mobile library

10.10am – 10.40am
Boxted Village Hall car park




14 March
04 April
25 April
16 May
06 June
27 June
18 July
08 August
29 August
19 September
10 October
31 October
21 November
12 December

https://libraries.essex.gov.uk/digital-content/our-mobile-and-home-library-services/mobile-libraries/colchester

You can call our Contact Centre on 0345 603 7628 Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm, to speak to an advisor, or use the 24-hour automated service (option 1) to renew your items (also at weekends).


The Edge & The Zone





The Zone for 6-11 year olds 5.30pm-7pm and the Edge for 12-18 year olds 7.30pm-9.00pm. Fortnightly during term time at St Peter’s Church. Contact Linda Sheil 01206 273324

Regulars in Langham

 



The Langham Community Centre hosts a wide range of regular clubs and unique activities. Many of these groups would welcome new members, so don’t hesitate to browse the ‘Activities’ page on the website or see the Facebook page to find out more.

If you have an idea for a new club or event, please contact Sue Armstrong by calling 07741 284132 or emailing LanghamCC@gmail.com to further discuss your idea.



Langham Ladies meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month, 7:30pm – 10:00pm at Langham Community Centre. Contact Gill Brown on 01206 273286 or Tricia Gooding on 01206 230510


Langham Community Cafe



Main Hall of the Community Centre on the last Friday of each month, from 10:30am until midday. All are welcome to join us for coffee/tea and cakes.


Beer and the Bible


Mobile Library

Moor Road, Langham, 9.35am – 10.05am




14 March
04 April
25 April
16 May
06 June
27 June
18 July
08 August
29 August
19 September
10 October
31 October
21 November
12 December

https://libraries.essex.gov.uk/digital-content/our-mobile-and-home-library-services/mobile-libraries/colchester

You can call our Contact Centre on 0345 603 7628 Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm, to speak to an advisor, or use the 24-hour automated service (option 1) to renew your items (also at weekends).

In the Community

 


East Anglia GREEN project update

 



Following the name change we have also updated our project contact details which you can now use to get in touch with us here:
contact@n-t.nationalgrid.com
– FREEPOST N TO T
www.nationalgrid.com/norwich-to-tilbury

Langham Community Shop now has leaflets regarding National Grid’s Norwich to Tilbury pylon/cables plan. If you would like to object to their proposals, please pick up and complete the forms, which can be left at the Shop to be sent to the Secretary of State.

You can also find the petition online at: https://pylonseastanglia.co.uk/ or join the Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/718238339216424/



Food bank donations






Food bank collection points are at Boxted British Legion Club, St Peter’s Church, Boxted, St Mary’s Church Langham and Langham Community Shop

Find out what’s needed and how you can help. Go to: https://colchester.foodbank.org.uk/


Good Neighbours




For help with transport to an important appointment (hospital, dentist, flu/covid booster, collection of prescriptions or a visit for some company. Call so we can help, Monday to Friday, 8am – 7pm:

  • Monday……….230525 or 272773
  • Tuesday……….271813 or 273195
  • Wednesday….272755 or 272013
  • Thursday……..07842 034489 or 323007 or 07765 037892
  • Friday………… 07510 504026


Please phone for the day on which you make your call, not the day of your appointment.


St Peter’s Markets Plants




Over 500 plants are for sale in aid of Langham with Boxted Church Funds. Most plants are £1.50 to £3.50 with quantity discounts. Perennials, English native trees, shrubs, herbs and climbers are available. First come first served but all will be done to fulfil requests. Contact Stephen Whybrow on 07801 749575 or email stephenwhybrow@msn.com to order or arrange viewing or visit https://stpetersmarketplace.org/ for more information.


Useful links:


Boxted Parish Council
Boxted Parish Council on Facebook
Boxted Village Hall
Boxted Village Website
Boxted Neighbourhood Plan
Boxted Primary School
Boxted British Legion
Boxted S t Peters Church