Community Events coming up

As summer begins, we look forward to gathering together for music, celebration and moments of peace and reflection — all are very warmly welcome.

Saturday 6 June | 5.00–8.00pm – Music at the Manor
Spend a joyful afternoon in the beautiful grounds of Little Marlow Manor with music, singing and picnic fun. Katy Kartwheel returns with her spectacular trapeze and circus workshops — perfect for all ages. Bring a picnic, a rug, and your friends!
Tickets: £12.50 adults | £2.50 children
For tickets and information: Daphne Dru – 07717 441437 | [email protected]
Proceeds to Wye Valley Volunteers and church funds.

Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 June – Church Summer Festival: The Healing Garden
Step into a peaceful space of beauty and reflection as part of our Patronal Festival weekend. This year features The Healing Garden, with artwork by Anna Payne, alongside flower displays, a reflective space, and prayers for healing offered on the hour.

Saturday 20 June | 11.00am–5.00pm
Art, flowers and activities for all

Sunday 21 June | 11.00am – Festival Service
2.00–5.00pm – Flowers, activities, cakes & teas

Relax with friends and neighbours in the church and its lovely grounds.

Sunday 21 June | 6.00pm – Patronal Festival Evensong
A reflective and uplifting close to the festival weekend.

Sunday 19 July | 11am onwards - Teddy Bears’ Picnic
Bring your teddy bear and join us for a relaxed and joyful all-age gathering, especially for children baptised in recent years. We’ll share a simple service together followed by a picnic — a lovely way to reconnect and celebrate.

Sunday 19 July | 6.00pm – Hymns & Pimms Evensong
A much-loved summer tradition — we’ll sing your favourite hymns, so do get in touch with your choices (and why), and we’ll try to include them. Followed by a glass of Pimms, nibbles and good company.
More details: https://bit.ly/HymnsPimms26

Monday 31 August – Village Fete (Save the Date!)
A highlight of the summer — do put the date in your diary and join us for a wonderful afternoon of stalls, activities and community fun for all ages.
Planning on getting married and looking for a venue for your wedding ceremony? Come and take a look round St John the Baptist Church — an intimate, historic and romantic setting to say “I will”.

To find more information on our regular services and forthcoming events go to:
https://bit.ly/LM-cal

Contacts:
Rev Fiona Ellingham 01628 482663 | [email protected]
Peter Rodger 07985 619780 (Churchwarden)