In June 1965, the very first issue of the Bulletin rolled off the (somewhat more primitive) press.
The first edition ran to four typewritten pages, with most of one page devoted to the bus timetable. Later, pictures and more complex contributions appeared, and the pages were compiled by hand, with literal cutting and pasting, before a switch to electronic compilation in the 2010s.
VE Day brought a call for commemorations to mark the 80th anniversary of the cessation of hostilities in Europe.
To begin the day a short address and prayer was made by Father Jason on the tower roof. This was followed by the raising of the Union flag whilst a lone piper created a most moving sound to be heard far across the village from the top of the tower. Our special thanks go to Father Jason, Andrew Forman, Dick Street and piper Stuart Mackay for making this a wonderfully unique moment, which we believe is a first for Blewbury.
David moved to Blewbury in 1975, having grown up in Bridlington, East Yorkshire, where his parents owned and ran a Boarding House for seaside holidaymakers. In the 1950s they all arrived by train. Aged 12 to 15, David’s Saturday job was to take his parents’ guests’ cases to and from the station on a pram wheel trolley.
Monday evenings – June and July
This summer we’re opening our doors to anyone over 16 who wants to try out the sport for free. Just come along to our clubhouse, on Tickers Folly Field, any Monday evening in June/July (except June 30). Please arrive around 5pm, or as soon after as possible; these open sessions will continue to 7pm or so, but we’ll pack up early if no-one turns up in the first hour.
No experience is necessary. We’ll provide all the equipment you need, teach you the basics if you’ve never played before, and coach you through a game of Kwik Croquet – a new version of the sport, especially designed for beginners. We only ask that you please wear flat-soled shoes, to protect the lawn.
Sunday 6th July, 2-4pm, Village Hall
Why not bring your child’s bike for a safety check? Our bike experts kindly looked at over 10 bikes last month. Also bring your household items including clothing, electrical, and gardening articles for mending and tools for sharpening. There may also be help for any IT problems on your phone or tablet. Refreshments available. Donations welcome to cover costs.
Saturday 7th June – Nature Reserve
Meet in the Village Hall car park at 9am and bring some binoculars. The walks will last about two hours. Six places still available. Email the secretary to book your place. These are free but we would welcome donations towards buying equipment for the reserve. Our reptile monitoring team is having success in seeing snakes and lizards. If you’d like to join this team, please ask the secretary. No experience necessary!
Saturday 12th July
Country night with Clint from Nashville.
Saturday 28th June
Al Jenkins playing 80s and hits of the decades.
Wednesday 4th June – 7.30pm : Village Hall
The film is the story of a coal merchant called Bill Furlong, who uncovers disturbing secrets in a small Irish town that’s controlled by the Roman Catholic Church, based on the real life stories of the Magdalene Laundries Workhouse in 1985.
Sunday 22nd June, 12 noon to 3pm
Come along to the Village Fete at Blewbury Primary School. Enjoy stalls, games, a bouncy castle and music, while raising funds for the school. This year is an extra special event because it is also the opening of Quaker Wood. Pick up an activity sheet and follow the trail between the two sites. If you complete the activities in Quaker Wood, you can claim a prize from the school.
Quaker Wood Opening Ceremony at 2 pm. Everyone invited