The Community Hub Drop-in is held at St Mary’s Church, St Margarets, every Wednesday from 10:30 to 11:30am.
It is a safe and welcoming space for anyone who needs it.
We can also provide:
* A private telephone for people to access various charities/organisations, including Citizen’s Advice Bureau, MIND, Age UK, National Domestic Abuse Hotline and Alcoholics Anonymous.
* A Chromebook to enable people to search online for additional support in our quiet, private space.
So, if a good cuppa and a chat sounds like it might be just what you need, then come along!
In case you didn’t see our previous post, the hat-astrophic production of Persuasion will be performed at Stanstead Bury Farm very soon! If you haven’t already done so, book your tickets now!
PERSUASION DATE: Thursday 16 May 2024 TIME: 7:00pm to 8:30pm VENUE: The Hay Barn, Stanstead Bury Farm, Stanstead Abbotts, Nr Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 8JZ
Anne Elliott is persuaded to reject Frederick Wentworth by her family and friends but when the Elliott’s circumstances alter and Wentworth returns 8 years later, as a commended naval officer no less, old sparks are rekindled… But can either be convinced to give love a second chance?
Too many characters and not enough actors will see this much-loved Austen novel brought to life in a comedic and potentially hat-astrophic production. In a similarly choreographed, character-swapping style to our critically acclaimed productions of The Importance of Being Earnest (2018), The Three Musketeers (2020) and A Comedy of Errors (2022), audiences will love this truly unique adaptation!
Written by Jane Austen Adapted by Ethan Taylor Directed by Sarah Slator Music by Simon Stallard
Please note that, given the nature of the venues we visit and the charities we work with, tickets to this event are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you are unable to attend a performance we are happy for tickets to be placed under another name/given to another party.
Exciting news! Herford County Sailing Club is holding an ‘Open Day’ at their lake in Marsh Lane, Stanstead Abbotts, offering an opportunity for people to try sailing.
When and where Date: Saturday 11th May Time: 10:30 to 15:30 Location: Marsh Lane, Stanstead Abbotts, Hertfordshire SG12 8HL
What you need to know
They will have experienced helms to take you sailing along with some little dinghies for kids to try sailing.
Refreshments will be available with hot and cold drinks, ice lollies, crisps and rolls.
Bring some spare clothes and old trainers, buoyancy aids will be provided.
On Saturday 29th June, St Albans Cathedral Music Trust is delighted to invite you to join one or more of the following sessions as we celebrate music in one of Hertfordshire’s hidden gems!
3.30–4.30pm: Organ Recital by Richard Pinel and performances by the Abbey Singers in St James’ Church, followed by refreshments.
4.45–6pm: A visit to the old manor house of Stanstead Bury and its Walled Garden.
6.30–8.15pm: A concert of Jazz and more performed by students from The Purcell School in the listed 17th century rustic hay barn, with drinks and canapes.
Tickets
3.30pm Organ recital £25*
4.45pm House Tour Free – limited tickets, please book tickets in advance.
The Next Equine Table Top Sale & Dog Show will be held on Sunday 28th April, 11am to 1.30pm at Albury Village Hall, Ware.
Entry £1
What to expect… – The Dog Show (entry £2 per class with rosettes for 1st to 5th place) – Refreshments, including homemade sausage rolls and cakes – A raffle with some great prizes – And lots more!
All monies raised will be going to Love UnderDogs.
Find out more about Love UnderDogs by visiting their website HERE.
If you would like a table, it is £10 (with table provided). Get in touch with Gail on 07747300095.
If you love a good quiz and want to support a fantastic charity, why not try SpeedQuizzing for Marie Curie!
The event details are as follows… Date: April 18th Thursday Place: Stanstead Abbotts & St Margarets Village Club Time: 7pm to 10.30pm (doors open at 5pm) Price: £5 per person (over 18s only and teams of up to 6) All proceeds to charity: Marie Curie
The 3 Churches Benefice have a number of services running over Holy Week, starting with Palm Sunday and ending with Easter Sunday. They look forward to welcoming you!
PALM SUNDAY ~ 24th March 9am Eucharist at St John the Baptist 10.30am Holy Communion Service at St Andrew
HOLY WEEK ONLINE EVENING REFLECTIONS Monday 25th March~ Compline Tuesday 26th March ~ Lent Group Wednesday 27th March ~ Meditation 7.30pm on Zoom Join us by using the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2701785021 You can also join in on an ordinary landline phone by ringing any of these numbers +44 131 460 1196, +44 203 051 2874, +44 203 481 5237 with the meeting ID: 270 178 5021
MAUNDY THURSDAY ~ 28th March 6.30pm Benefice Supper at The Wilshere Hall, St Andrew 7.30pm Tenebrae Service at St Andrew
GOOD FRIDAY ~ 29th March 10.30am Walk of Witness from St Mary the Virgin to St Andrew 2pm The Way of the Cross, a Passiontide Service at St John the Baptist
EASTER SUNDAY ~ 31st March 5.30am Dawn Vigil Service at St Andrew 9am Eucharist Service at St John the Baptist 10.30am Holy Communion Service at St Andrew
The Next Equine Table Top Sale & Dog Show will be held on Sunday 24th March, 11am to 1.30pm at Albury Village Hall, Ware. See the poster below for all the information.
Along with the Dog Show (with rosettes for all classes up to 5th place!), there will be refreshments, homemade sausage rolls and cakes, a raffle with some great prizes and lots more.
All monies raised will be going to RATS (Rehoming Animal Telephone Service). Find out more about RATS by visiting their website HERE.
If you would like to book a table as a seller, it is £10 (with table provided). Get in touch with Gail on 07747300095.
Check out the exciting upcoming events at Stanstead Bury Farm!
DAFFODIL WALK DATE: 3rd March 2024 TIME: 2–4pm VENUE: Stanstead Bury Farm, Stanstead Abbotts, Nr Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 8JZ
I can’t possibly compete with Benington (https://beningtonlordship.co.uk/) for wonderful displays of snowdrops and daffodils, but if you would like to celebrate the signs of spring and the beginning of March, and support the beautiful church of St James’s in our parish please, come and walk around the farm and enjoy our daffodils on Sunday 3rd March 2–4pm ending up at St James’s Church (which will be open for you to explore). Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome.
Cost £5 per adult, children free (which will go towards looking after the churchyard). Uneven ground not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs, I’m afraid.
If you are unable to attend but would like to donate to the upkeep of the churchyard, there is an option to do this at checkout.
PERSUASION DATE: Thursday 16 May 2024 TIME: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm VENUE: The Hay Barn, Stanstead Bury Farm, Stanstead Abbotts, Nr Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 8JZ
Anne Elliott is persuaded to reject Frederick Wentworth by her family and friends but when the Elliott’s circumstances alter and Wentworth returns 8 years later, as a commended naval officer no less, old sparks are rekindled… But can either be convinced to give love a second chance?
Too many characters and not enough actors will see this much-loved Austen novel brought to life in a comedic and potentially hat-astrophic production. In a similarly choreographed, character-swapping style to our critically acclaimed productions of The Importance of Being Earnest (2018), The Three Musketeers (2020) and A Comedy of Errors (2022), audiences will love this truly unique adaptation!
Written by Jane Austen Adapted by Ethan Taylor Directed by Sarah Slator Music by Simon Stallard
Please note that, given the nature of the venues we visit and the charities we work with, tickets to this event are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you are unable to attend a performance we are happy for tickets to be placed under another name/given to another party.
Running time: Approximately 85 minutes
Critics have said of our previous hat-astrophic adaptations: “A gem of a production… Energetic, ingenious and thoughtful drama!” (Brighton Source on The Comedy of Errors)
“Artfully designed and cleverly executed… a total joy!” (Living Magazines onThe Three Musketeers)
The Three Villages 