As you are aware, while the Cherington Arms is being renovated (see post) there will be ‘pop up pub’ nights at various locations in the village.
The next one is due to take place in The Hall from 18.00 on Friday October 27th.
Thereafter they will be hosted by various villagers on the second Friday of the month and at The Hall every last Friday.
For the full schedule of dates and venues see Pop Up Pub Nights.
Calling on parents of children in the villages to take part in this year’s festival offerings.
Posies of flowers can be placed along with the other decorations; fruit, vegetables or other food bank items will also be very welcome.
Please come along to the church between 10.00 and 12.00 with your contributions on Saturday 16th (children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult) where you will be met by Sarah Scotter.
All other gifts of produce and food bank items will be gratefully received and can be left at the back of the church in the week before the service.
For more information contact Sarah on mailto:sarah.scotter@hotmail.com
Great news for the village. Although the pub closed last week, it is hoped it will reopen in a few months time.
See message from Martin Craddock below.
Keep watching this space for further updates.
“There has been speculation for a while now about the viability and future of the Cherington Arms so I just wanted to let you know that I am in the process of buying it in order to preserve it as a village pub and prevent it being converted for residential use. That is my sole objective.
As I’m sure you know, the pub has been losing money and is in a very sorry state behind the scenes. This means that a significant investment is required simply to make it safe and comfortable for tenants to live in. I’m going to call that ‘Phase 1’ because I believe that it would be impossible to attract new tenants in its current condition. Therefore, unfortunately, it will have to stay closed until the work can be completed and new tenants found, although I’m hopeful that this will take less than six months.
After that, the pub would require a further and much larger sum to improve it and make it attractive and that may be a case of throwing good money after bad. You don’t need me to tell you that these are tough times for pubs. Over 150 were shut down in England and Wales in the first three months of 2023 and, in 2022, 386 pubs were lost for good (figures from the British Beer and Pub Association). So, while my aim is to complete Phase 1 and secure good tenants I really can’t speculate at this point as to whether there will be a ‘Phase 2’. But at least we will still have a village pub.
I aim to provide regular updates over the coming months to keep you up to date about how it’s going.”
Martin Craddock
Well the Harvard Krocadilloes did not disappoint!
Whilst the weather was not looking promising, Sally and Eric made the decision to host the show in the garden of Jaques House on Tuesday evening keeping fingers firmly crossed!
Fortunately it paid off and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the music and humour provided by a very charming and talented set of young Harvard students.
To get a taste of what we enjoyed click this link.
This year’s Bard’s Rides and Walks, will start and finish at The Hall on Saturday (13th May).
There will be a choice of two cycle Rides:
Cost: £20 for Adults for both rides; £10 for under 18s on the classic ride.
For those who prefer legs to wheels the Bluebell walks will take place between 10am and 11.30am.
There is a choice of 3, 5 or 7-mile walks. (The 7-mile Walk takes you through Cherington, Long Compton and Whichford.)
Cost: £7 for adults; £3 for under 18s. Directions and notes will be provided for the Walks and the churches on the route.
Registration for both can be either online in advance at RiderHQ.com or on the day at the venue.
Delicious refreshments will also be available at the Village Hall and there will be a Raffle.
Pofits go to the Warwickshire and Coventry Historic Churches Trust to save church buildings for future generations. We hope to see you on the 13th!
Please bring your picnic hampers, blankets or table and chairs and let’s have a big celebration for Our Kings Coronation!
There will be tea and coffee available in the hall – please bring your own cups to save washing up!
We will have a re-match of the Tug of War – Stourton v Cherington.
A few games for the children.
Any other queries or suggestions contact:
Christine 07866 127409
Tickets are now available for this Musical Extravaganza at The Hall on Sat April 15th at 7.30
A showcase of amazing musical talent featuring:
We’re going again on 15th April from 7:30pm.
This is a great night out and a chance to see and hear our friends and neighbours show off their previously hidden musical abilities. The line-up includes semi-professional artistes including the ‘Acafellas’ a Barbershop quartet and the singer song writer ‘Rosy’.
Martin & Linda are currently viral on Youtube with their video version of the well-known ‘10cc’ song. Check out ‘I’m Not in Love – Best Cover Ever’ heading towards a quarter of a million views.
Other players include Piers the pianist, Sam Conisbee our 10 yr old guitarist, ‘Should Know Better’, ‘Porterhouse Blues’, ‘Whiplash’ a four-piece teenage band, a selection of Cheri Jammers and that’s not to mention the Gentleman’s Kazoo Orchestra …. (whoops too late).
Tickets can be ordered online by clicking here
Any issues for tickets contact dawn.amazingmusic@gmail.com
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