There have been some changes to the terms and conditions associated with hire of the Henfield hall. These changes mean that societies and clubs that make use of the catering resources must now use the hall’s own bar facilities. Hall users are no longer able to offer their own bar services. The new rules state:-

“Alcohol may only be consumed on the premises via

·       The Henfield Hall Bar sales

·       When the Bar is not included individuals may bring their own alcohol for their own consumption

Congratulations to all of those volunteers who won a Marsh Award this year.

The Arts Society Appleby in Westmorland were delighted to sponsor the children of Great Asby Endowed School with their project to dress Saint Helen's Well in Great Asby. This tradition has its roots in ancient pagan rituals and involved  creating intricate art work on wooden frames adorned with natural materials.  After a week of preparation the children invited friends and villagers for a blessing led by Reverend Francis and celebratory hymns. The event concluded with a lovely afternoon tea at the school prepared by the children.

Felicity Sykes and Charlotte Carpenter of The Arts Society Chiltern Hills Area visited Bishopsland on the 5th February 2024 for the annual competition for awards. They were joined by Jane Mackay from Chalfont Fine Arts Society and Marilyn Sturgeon from The Arts Society Henley.

The students gave a presentation showing their designs with drawings and maquettes. The two best designs won an award from TASCHA to enable them to buy the silver to make their designs.

The first award of £500 went to Sarah Wilmot for her Sterling Silver and Scottish Oak modular candlesticks

Travelling by Tuba - Around the world in 60 minutes!

This year a new event was added to the Shaldon Festival of Music, thanks to

joint sponsorship from the Shaldon Water Carnival and a Community Grant from

The Arts Society.