Portrait of Pembridge Newsletter
July 2024
D Day Celebrated in Style
Pembridge once more pushed the boat out to celebrate the 80th anniversary of D Day. From the solemn act of remembrance at the War Memorial, through to the lighting of the beacon, hundreds of parishioners, young and old, came together to celebrate the sacrifices made in the liberation of Europe.
Congratulations to all the volunteers who made this happen, the Parish Hall Committee; Royal British Legion; Love to Sing Choir; Pembridge CE Primary School; St Mary’s Church; and Portrait of Pembridge.
A round up of the day is showcased in our Past Events gallery of photos.
www.portraitofpembridge.co.uk/past-events
The War Memorial honours those parishioners who gave their lives for our freedom. During the D Day celebrations, we also remembered those who fought and survived the war. Rory MacColl tells the stories of three Pembridge men;- Peter Jackson, Henry and Bob Pinches. www.portraitofpembridge.co.uk/history
If you missed our “ Pembridge at War” exhibition there’s another chance to hear the recollections of 94-year-old Henry Mayers, an evacuee from Liverpool. Pembridge took in over 130 children evacuated from London and Liverpool. www.portraitofpembridge.co.uk/history
You can also hear from Marston farmer, and Home Guard platoon leader, Milwyn Morris who wrote a poem about his comrades.
www.portraitofpembridge.co.uk/history
Charity Fund Raisers
In honour of D Day, local businessman Stephen Jacques is taking part in a sponsored cycle ride visiting the Normandy beaches. He aims to raise £1,000 for the Royal British Legion in support of veterans and their families. You can read his story and donate
www.portraitofpembridge.co.uk/news
On 5th July St Mary’s Church are hosting a concert with “ The Voice “ contestant, Bronwen Lewis.
Did you know it costs £100 a day to keep the fabric of our historic church in good order? The concert is just one way volunteers raise the money to do this. See Dates for your Diary for details.
On 6th July the New Inn plays host to a cocktail and music evening to raise funds for the Leominster Meeting Centre and Dementia Matters HERE(fordshire).
www.portraitofpembridge.co.uk/news
On 20th July there’s a Bingo and Chips night at the Parish Hall. Sophie Morris, a former pupil of Pembridge and Lady Hawkins schools, has a rare disease;- CRPS. Her family are raising funds to finance treatment abroad.
www.portraitofpembridge.co.uk/news
New Defibrillator
Last month we reported on the generous donation of a new defibrillator to the village. Do you know where it is? Would you know how to use it?
www.portraitofpembridge.co.uk/news-1/6vemqm55fyn5zv1sypp8z51cqpfdyh
The Village Show 2024
The Village Show is returning to Pembridge on 27th July. Judith Rogers reflects on the triumphs and tribulations of shows past.
Why not enter this year? There are lots of categories for gardeners, floral artists, bakers, jam makers, wine makers, knitters, artists and photographers. There’s also a children’s section. See the schedule of classes and entry rules. Prize money, silverware, and reputations are at stake.
www.portraitofpembridge.co.uk/news
Footlights Finale
The programme of streamed opera, theatre, and ballet at the Parish Hall has proved very popular and the season closes on 18th July with Noel Coward’s “Present Laughter” starring Andrew Scott.
The quality of the sound and picture is superb and gives the audience the benefit of the best West End seats for only £10 on our doorstep.
Next season’s programme starts on 11th September with The Marriage of Figaro from the Royal Opera House, followed on 18th September with the National Theatre’s one woman play “ Prima Facie”. It explores the workings of our justice system through the eyes of a criminal barrister.
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