ROGATION SUNDAY: For anyone unable to do the St Richard's sponsored walk on May 15, on May 16 there will be a nine-mile walk to beat the bounds of the parish. Walkers will leave St Giles' church at about 11.30am. There will be opportunities to complete part of the walk only.

ROYAL BRITISH LEGION: The Legion raised a magnificent £385 at its recent jumble sale.

FLYCATCHER SURVEY: John Clarke is preparing a fourth year of studying this delightful bird which should be arriving back from Africa soon. Last year more than 100 households took part in the survey. If interested, phone 01386 725547.

PARISH COUNCIL: It is now a year since the new parish council under the chairmanship of Mrs Jo Wenham came into being. On Monday, May 24, parishioners have the opportunity to hear of the year's achievements, to ask questions and even to make suggestions at the annual parish meeting at 7pm in the village hall.