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Harvest Supper
Posted in Church, Events on Monday August 30, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Tomorrow, sing your hearts out.
Posted in Church on Saturday August 28, 2010 | 2 Comments »
The Bell is Back
Posted in Church on Saturday August 28, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Our Church Bell was returned from the Loughborough Bell Foundry yesterday, newly restored with its bright red mountings (known as a headstock) and bright redclapper. The bell, which is older than the church, dating from 180was cast by a Chesterfield foundry and had not been serviced since the Church was built in the 1860′s. The [...]
This Sunday – Come along and Sing
Posted in Church on Wednesday August 25, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Church Repairs
Posted in Church on Wednesday August 11, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Tony & Shaun, (Marshall Builders – 01335 390 552) have been working on further repairs to the Church. The old rotten timbers in the aisle have now been replaced with new wood. Thanks to JF-S for the photos.
Decode 2010
Posted in Church, Out & About, School, Young people on Tuesday July 27, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Step 1 - Click on the poster to enlarge it so that you can read the full details of this adventure and follow the instructions.
Summer music video clips
Posted in Church, Music on Saturday July 17, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Here are three clips from last Sarurday’s concert in St Peter’s by the de Parys Trio: And for more
The Summer Music
Posted in Church, Music on Friday July 16, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Thank you to John F-S for these photos taken at last Saturday’s concert by the de Parys Trio (Eric Hill on guitar, Jill Hughes on flute and Martin Hughes on violin). With a range of music, including Bach, Gluck, Paganini, Carulli, Rossini and others, there was something for everyone from classical through romantic to tango [...]
de Parys Trio tonight
Posted in Church, Music on Saturday July 10, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Here is a preview of the de Parys Trio (recorded 2009) who are playing in Parwich Church at 7-30pm this evening. This evening’s performance is strongly recommended by all who heard them last year.
Music for a Summer’s Evening
Posted in Church, Music on Saturday July 10, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Please click on the poster to order your tickets, from http://parwichconcerts.express.iristickets.co.uk Click here to find out more about the De Parys Trio.
Village Collage/Embroidery Tonight
Posted in Church, Crafts on Tuesday July 6, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Following on from the recent most enjoyable skills day in Church, the idea has been put forward to create a worked collage/ embroidery of the village to celebrate village life, and to mark the beginning of a new decade. It is hoped that this could then be hung in the Church We would now like [...]
July/August Church Magazine
Posted in Church, People on Sunday July 4, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
The double summer issue Group Magazine for the parishes of Alsop, Fenny Bentley, Parwich, Thorpe and Tissington is now available in each of the Churches. Alternatively you can have it delivered direct to your door, or click on the cover image below to access it on-line as a pdf. In his letter the Vicar welcomed Aron [...]
The Bell
Posted in Church on Tuesday June 22, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
The bell dates back to 1804, made in Chesterfield, and had not been removed since the church was built (it pre-dates the current church). The bell hangers had to cut a trap door in the floor, and lower the bell to the ground with a pulley. Now it is off to the bell foundry to [...]
Village Collage/Embroidery
Posted in Church, Crafts on Monday June 21, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
We have received the following message from Jean Compton: Following on from the recent most enjoyable skills day in Church, the idea has been put forward to create a worked collage/ embroidery of the village to celebrate village life, and to mark the beginning of a new decade. It is hoped that this could then [...]
Our Church Bell
Posted in Church on Saturday June 19, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
On Tuesday of this week (22nd) our 19th century bell in the Church is being removed for renovation work. The fixings of the bell have become worn out, and the bell was in danger of falling on our heads! We would like to thank all of you who have supported the Church through our concerts [...]
Music for a summer’s evening.
Posted in Arts, Church, Events, Music on Tuesday June 15, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Please click on the poster to order your tickets, from http://parwichconcerts.express.iristickets.co.uk Click here to find out more about the De Parys Trio.
June Church Magazine
Posted in Church on Monday June 7, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
The June Group Magazine for the Churches of Alsop, Fenny Bentley, Parwich, Thorpe and Tissington should now have been delivered. If you are not a regular subscriber you can get a copy from one of the Churches or download it as a pdf by clicking on the image below:
Parwich on Peak Advertiser cover
Posted in Church, History on Friday May 28, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
There is a photo of Dam Farm and Church Gates on the cover of the current issue of the Peak Advertiser. It accompanies an article on tympanum (carved stones over church doorways) in Derbyshire. The article opens with a description of the fine tympanum over the west door of St. Peter’s Church. The Peak Advertiser is [...]
Church Restoration
Posted in Church on Wednesday May 19, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
The Marshalls at work on the Church, repairing some of the water worn stonework. Many thanks to all of those who have supported the Church Restoration Fund through our concerts, Fair and other events. The bell is due to be removed on the 22nd June for renovation work.
Arrest made over stolen church lead.
Posted in Church, Police on Tuesday May 18, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Following a spate of lead theft from churches in the Derbyshire Dales, which we reported in a post last Wednesday, police officers have arrested a 22-year-old man from Alfreton and charged him with allegedly stealing lead from a church. At about 1.15am on Monday 17th May, patrolling officers saw a suspicious Vauxhall Corsa driving through Tansley. [...]
Theft of Lead from Local Churches
Posted in Church, Police on Wednesday May 12, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Members of Neighbourhood Watch, Church Watch and local residents are asked to be extra vigilant and note down the registration numbers and details of any suspicious vans/vehicles with ladders on top parked near churches. Over the past two weeks, lead has been stolen from the roofs of three village churches in Youlgrave, Middleton (Matlock), Osmaston [...]
May Church Magazine
Posted in Church on Wednesday May 5, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
This month’s Group Magazine for the parishes of Alsop, Fenny Bentley, Parwich, Thorpe and Tissington is available in each of the Churches or can be accessed on-line as a pdf by clicking on the image below.
Parwich Skills Afternoon
Posted in Church, Events on Tuesday May 4, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
A very bright idea was turned into reality on Sunday when the people of Parwich showcased their many and varied skills. Often, such skills are hidden from view, so it was quite astonishing to see the huge array of talent contained within our small village. The event featured shepherding, woodturning, quilting, painting, photography, organ playing, jewellery making, [...]
Activities Today
Posted in Alsop, Arts, Church, Events, People, Societies, Sport on Monday May 3, 2010 | 2 Comments »
Tea & Cakes in the Churchyard at Alsop from 11am – 4.30pm. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Tennis Social Afternoon – 1-6pm – Welcoming all Present, Past and Future Members. Lots of games with a handicap system. Please bring a plate of food. ################################################################################################ ################################################## Skills afternoon in Parwich Church – 2-6pm. Taste, Watch, Learn, Experience and [...]
Music in the Church, last night
Posted in Church, Music on Sunday May 2, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Thank you to JF-S for sending in these photos from the very enjoyable musical evening held in the Church last night. Essentially Brass, the professional brass group from Leicestershire, are all shown below, with John Lock playing the tuba. Christian Cartwright of Pipes in the Peak, played the organ, creating an amazing array of music proving, how incredibly [...]
History: Parwich Buildings and People
Posted in Church, History on Sunday May 2, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Do you want to find out a bit more about the history of your house in Parwich, and who used to live there? Are you researching the history of a Parwich family? If yes, then come along to the Skills Day in Parwich Church on Monday between 2 and 5pm. Brian F and Peter T will [...]
Skills Day – on Bank Holiday Monday
Posted in Church, People on Sunday May 2, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
It dawned on us recently how blessed our village is with individuals with the most extraordinary range of talents and interests – from painters, through quilters, potters, bee keepers, metal detector researchers, meteorologists, caterers, flower arrangers, to record producers! – sometimes skills quite hidden from view. Do you have an interest/talent/knowledge that you would [...]
Our Church & its fundraising
Posted in British Legion, Church, Music, Oddfellows on Saturday May 1, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Last Sunday, Parwich Church, raised £550 at the Church Fete, all this money went to the Church Restoration Fund. In the morning at the St George’s Day Service, £290 was donated in the collection, which was split between the British Legion and the Church. Thanks to everyone who supported the day. This evening, again in aid of the Restoration [...]
St George’s Day videos for 2009
Posted in Church, Events, People on Friday April 30, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Martin C has recently uploaded a three-part video of last year’s parade, featuring some high-flying camera work from Mike H in the bell tower (in Part 1), the church service (in Part 2) and some interviews with the participants (in Part 3). The total playing time is just over 25 minutes. View the videos:
May Day Music this Saturday
Posted in Church, Music on Monday April 26, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Click here to book on-line. Click here to find out more about Essentially Brass and Christian Cartwright.
St George’s Day Parade
Posted in Church, Cyberscouts, Events, Oddfellows on Sunday April 25, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
This morning’s St. George Parade started at the Legion, with the Parwich Odd Fellows (also supported by members of the Loyal Cavendish Lodge and their banner), the Cyberscouts and the Cadets all led by Doveholes Brass Band. The procession made it’s way (via Parwich Hall) to the Church for a rousing service. All the hymns [...]
Fair on The Green – Photos
Posted in A52s, Church, Photography on Sunday April 25, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
This afternoon saw the very successful Fair on the Green, fundraising for the Church Restoration. There were lots of people enjoying a really fun afternoon. It was super to see Andy, our new vicar, prominent in the fundraising effort – Well done Andy and everyone else for organising a super afternoon. Further thanks to all [...]
St George’s Day today
Posted in British Legion, Church, Cyberscouts, Events, Oddfellows on Friday April 23, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Last night our celebrations of St George’s Day got under way with a successful Quiz at the Sycamore Inn. Although today is the actual feast day (see our previous post on the history of St. George), the main events are on Sunday with the Odd Fellows Parade and the Church Service in the morning and [...]
St George’s Day
Posted in British Legion, Church, Cyberscouts, Events, Oddfellows on Wednesday April 21, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Also there will be events on the Village Green and elsewhere in the afternoon, so put this date in your diary.
Fair on the Green
Posted in Church, Events on Wednesday April 21, 2010 | 2 Comments »
Fair on the Green
Posted in Church on Tuesday April 20, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
If you would like to make something for the home produce stall or have anything for a tombola, book stall or bric a brac then please bring them to Dam Farm or Church Farm. Thank you! Remember the Church Fair this Sunday on The Green 1-4pm. Lunchtime Rolls, Teas & Homemade Cakes in the Church.
Sharing Skills
Posted in Church, Events on Friday April 16, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
PARWICH.ORG featured in The Tablet.
Posted in About this site, Church, Local Links, News on Tuesday April 13, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
A fascinating article (“News on your doorstep”) in the current (10 April) edition of The Tablet talks about the ways that “citizen journalism” – and so-called “hyperlocal” blogs in particular – can help boost the identity of a community. The article makes special mention of PARWICH.ORG throughout, with particular reference to Andy Larkin’s recent series [...]
Friday Night is Film Night
Posted in Church, Films on Monday April 12, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
May Day Music
Posted in Church, Music on Wednesday April 7, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Click here to book on-line. Click here to find out more about Essentially Brass and Christian Cartwright.
May Day Music
Posted in Church, Music on Wednesday April 7, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Click here to book on-line. Click here to find out more about Essentially Brass and Christian Cartwright.
April Church Magazine
Posted in Church on Saturday April 3, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Click on the image of the cover to see the current issue of the Group Magazine for the parishes of Alsop, Fenny Bentley, Parwich, Thorpe and Tissington (as it is quite a large pdf it will take a minute or so to open). Paper copies can be obtained in each of the Churches or you [...]
Film Night – Coming Soon – 16th April
Posted in Church, Films on Saturday April 3, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Fair on the Green
Posted in Church, Events, Oddfellows on Saturday March 27, 2010 | 1 Comment »
St George’s Day, a date for your diary
Posted in Church, Cyberscouts, Events, Oddfellows on Thursday March 25, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Also there will be events on the Village Green and elsewhere in the afternoon, so put this date in your diary.
Skills Celebration Day
Posted in Church, Memorial hall, People on Wednesday March 24, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Skills Celebration Day St Peter’s Church, Parwich Bank Holiday Monday 3rd May It dawned on us recently how blest our village is with individuals with the most extraordinary range of talents and interests – from painters, through quilters, potters, bee keepers, metal detector researchers, meteorologists, caterers, flower arrangers, to record producers! – sometimes skills quite hidden [...]
Film Night – April 16th
Posted in Church, Films on Wednesday March 24, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Parwich Church on Friday 16th April at 7.45pm. Free Entrance. Certificate 15. WINNER OF 6 OSCARS, INCLUDING BEST FILM, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Screenplay This low budget highly-rated film is an intense portrayal of elite soldiers who have one of the most dangerous jobs in the world: disarming bombs in the heat of combat. [...]
Lent Lunch tomorrow – Wednesday
Posted in Church, Events on Tuesday March 23, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Tomorrow is the final Lent Lunch of the year. There are lots of good reasons for coming along: to meet Jo & Andy in their new home to have lunch prepared for you – lots of lovely bread & cheese etc to relax for an hour or so to come along and meet friends and [...]
Final Lent Lunch on Wednesday
Posted in Church on Saturday March 20, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Lent Lunch tomorrow
Posted in Church on Wednesday March 17, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Pop along to Town Head (Rosemary & Stuart’s house) at 12.30-2pm for Lent lunch tomorrow. Enjoy a range of cheeses, bread and soup – more fun than making your own lunch. You don’t have to be a member of the Church to enjoy this lunch – it is a community event to raise funds for [...]
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