Bratton Fleming
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First prize in the prize raffle was won by Susan Downing and the beautifully iced Easter cake was won by Ann Nancekivell.
Thanks are extended to Jacky Parker and Janette Damms for organising the event and to the large number who came to either take part, or to simply absorb everything that was going on. Bradworthy parish and the surrounding area is certainly full of talented people and it was a pleasure to get them all together for this very special event. All proceeds were for the Bradworthy Parish Churchyard Fund.
CONCERT
The Hummingbirds Trio are set to perform a charity cream tea concerts in Bradworthy on April 21. The trio often perform at private functions and events so it’s an exciting opportunity to be able to get tickets to see them live in concert, locally.
The Hummingbirds are a close harmony trio whose shows include a mixture of traditional and modern songs with a vintage twist, appealing to audiences of all ages with their fun, flair, and of course, fabulous costumes. If you’ve
Mandy Robbins, 01598 710367, robbins.mandye@ gmail.com
BAPTIST CHURCH
We meet on Sundays at 11am to worship. There is Explorers (Bible story, craft, snacks) for children during part of the service.
Food for the Journey: Thursdays at 7.30pm, starting with coffee and cake. Designed to help and encourage each other on our life’s journey, looking at subjects
from the teaching of Jesus.
Activities in April: Village Café: Thursday, April 18, at 2pm. A group from the Baptist Church will be hosting the village café, raising funds for the Kidney Dialysis Unit in Barnstaple.
Ladies social: Monday, April 29, at 10.30am. If you enjoy the company of other ladies and want to go out for coffee, cake and a chat please contact Rosemarie on 07540 077602. We can provide transport. This month we will be meeting at the Parracombe Café.
Dates and venues might vary, but we will try to keep you updated via the What’s On Bratton Fleming Facebook page. For further information or support contact Pastor Peter Ayrton on 07976 565997 or peterayrton@ hotmail.co.uk
SCHOOL
The children returned to school after the Easter holidays on April 16.
PTA
The cake stall held by the PTA at the end of the spring term raised £50.
The PTA is very keen to welcome new members who can help plan and organise fundraising activities to support our school. We are also interested in hearing from volunteers who just wish to help out at events. Everyone welcome!
PRE-SCHOOL
For information please contact Bratton Fleming PreSchool on 01598 710019.
BABY AND TODDLER GROUP
Every Tuesday, 9.30am to 11.30am, in Bratton Fleming Village Hall, but please check in school holidays as it may not run.
For information contact Emma Wythes on 07760 116165 or go to the “Bratton Fleming Baby and Toddler Group” Facebook page.
THE THURSDAY CAFE
Bratton Fleming Village Hall is open as a café every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm: teas, coffees, delicious homemade cakes and other bakes and a lovely, friendly and sociable atmosphere.
The next Thursday Café is today, Thursday, April 18, and will be hosted by the Bratton Fleming Baptist Church raising money for the Renal Dialysis Unit in Barnstaple. The Thursday Cafe on April 25 will be hosted by Jacci Gardner’s Bakes. Advance notice is given that there will be NO cafe on Thursday, May 2, as Bratton Fleming Polling Station will be in the village hall.
If you wish to host one of our Thursday Cafés please get in touch with Tracey Tapp on 01598 710436 or visit brattonflemingvillagehall. co.uk for more details. All information and support needed to host a café will be given.
VILLAGE MARKET
The village market is held on the fourth Saturday of each month. The next market is on Saturday, April 27. The market is held in Bratton Fleming Village Hall from 9.30am to 12.30pm. Entry free. Fresh, locally sourced food and produce, crafts and gifts for sale with freshly cooked breakfast available from the breakfast bar.
COMMUNITY POP-UP PUB
Held on the fourth Saturday of the month in the Bratton Fleming Village Hall with bar, hot food, and live music. The next Pop-Up Pub is on Saturday, April 27, from 6pm.
BRATTON FLEMING VILLAGE SHOP
The village shop is currently working to winter opening hours. The shop is open from 9am to 5pm, except on Thursday and Friday when it stays open until 5.30pm. Sunday opening hours are 9am to noon.
Nikkie’s Bar is closed for the