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Residents of Bishopswood old and new turned out in numbers on Sunday 15th October to afternoon tea and cakes accompanied by The wonderful music of the Lydbrook Training Band in combined celebration of the contribution of Mrs Monica Edmunds to our community and also her 80th Birthday on November 9th.

The Ven Derek Chedzey, Archdeacon of Hereford announced that Monica has been invited to become a member of The Order of St Ethelbert. The Order was established in 2015 and since then, seven cohorts of recipients have been honoured – men and women from across the diocese and from all walks of life who have given generous and selfless Christian service in many ways.

The presentation will be held on: Sunday 22nd October at 3.30 pm during Evensong at Hereford Cathedral.

During breaks from the band and enjoying the tea and cakes several attendees, Rev Tim Starling, Stephen Hoskins, Christine Puzey, Margaret Duberley, Don Bent and Robert Morgan (conductor of the Lydbrook Band) recollected tales of Monica’s good deeds in our community.

Stephen Hoskins, Chair of the Bishopswood Village Hall Trustees presented an engraved crystal vase and flowers to Monica on behalf of the community.

Our thanks to all of the volunteers that made this event possible.

Click here for more details of Lydbrook Band.

Why Join Us?

It’s fun, you’ll meet new people, and get some light exercise as well. Anyone can play, there is no age limit! We are looking for new players.

How much does it cost?

A years membership is £10 plus £3 per session of 2.5 hours. A drinks and biscuits break occurs half-way through each session.

What will I need?

We can provide bowls for you to try out. All you will require are some flat soled shoes (slippers will do). Coaching is available.

Where and When?

We meet every Monday and Thursday afternoon 2:00pm to 4:30pm from the beginning of September to the end of April, and on Thursdays only from 1st May until the end of July.

We play at Bishopswood Village Hall, Kerne Bridge, HR9 5QT. What3words location: worker.pupils.button

Simply turn up for a session or contact either Bob on 01594 530003 or Glo on 01600 890087 to find out more.

All Saints Church, Bishopswood is struggling with both numbers of attendees and finances. The document below, which was presented to a small group at Bishopswood Village Hall by Rev Tim Starling sets out the many issues that the church faces. A further meeting will take place in the near future to decide on what action to take. If you have some input that may assist the decision making Rev Tim can be contacted through the Wye reaches website.

Notes from the meeting and the follow-up meeting date/time is available HERE.

What’s coming up in Bishopswood in the next month or so …..

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Sunday 5th November – 9:30am All Saints, Big Breakfast (at the Village Hall).

Thursday 9th November – 7:00am to 10:00pm Walford Parish Council Election.

Saturday 11th November – 10:00am Café Bishopswood with Bric-a-brac Swap and Local History display.

Sunday 12th November – 10.45am Service cenotaph and service in church.

Saturday 2nd December – 7:30pm Platinum are back for Rocking Around the Christmas Tree party.

Sunday 3rd December – 9:30am All Saints, Big Breakfast (at the Village Hall).

Saturday 9th December – 10:00am Café Bishopswood.

Sunday 11th December – 3:00pm Brass Band Carol Service at All Saints Church.

For more information on local church services visit: Wye Reaches – The Wye Reaches Benefice

All Saints Church “The Big Breakfast” at Bishopswood Village Hall, 09:30am to 10:45am on Sunday 5th November

Enjoy a hearty fried breakfast, with cereals, orange juice and toast with vegetarian options available. Join your friends and neighbours for a great start to any Sunday.

Still just £6 per person and £3 for under 14’s.

It would be wonderful to see you there!