NEWS FROM THE QUINTET BENEFICE
AYLMERTON
Thank you again to everyone for your continued donations for the Foodbank, it is greatly appreciated.
The Foodbank urgently needs: Tinned Potatoes; Pasta Sauce; Tinned Fruit; Jam & Marmalade; Squash; Juice (Long-Life); Shampoo; Deodorants. It is also running low on Crisps; Coffee; Chocolate and Confectionery; Nappies (Size 6); Laundry Detergent; and Cleaning Sprays.
Please leave your donations in church.
EAST RUNTON
A message from Jean--
“Fifty-eight lilies and roses, given in memory of departed loved ones, adorned the altar rail, with spring flowers arranged around the church, and the church looked beautiful for the Easter Sunday service, which was well attended by regulars and a few visitors.
The Hot Cross Bun Coffee Morning raised a fantastic £600! We are truly grateful to you all for the generous donations, raffle prizes, and all the support shown to the church.
We had a Springtime Coffee Morning on 24th May but, at the time of writing, I do not know exactly how much has been raised.
The Summertime Coffee Morning will be on Saturday 26th July at St Andrew’s Church from 10.00am to 12 Noon, with all the usual attractions of homemade cakes, books and jigsaw puzzles and plants. Parking will be available at the Village Hall. Do come and join us, as there is always lots of laughter and chatter!!
WEST RUNTON
The 3C’s Club will meet on Monday 2nd June from 10.00am to 12 Noon and again on Monday 7th July from 10.00am to 12 Noon to undertake some light cleaning in the church. If you can help, do please come along with your feather duster – or just pop in and have a coffee and a chat!
A message from Rosemary--
“The Lent Lunches were a great success, and we nearly ran out of soup a couple of times! Over the six weeks we raised £923 (Lunches = £741; Raffle = £182). We are very grateful to all who prepared soup, to Jean Steward who organised and ran the raffle each Friday, and to all those who came and supported the lunches.
The Coffee Mornings continue to take place each Friday at the Church Hall from 10.00am to 12 Noon. So far this year we have raised £1,844.79. As this is the only fundraising we are able to undertake at Holy Trinity Church at present, we are very grateful for the generosity of the folk who come and support us each week.
We are hoping the Parish Council will start their Surgeries again at the coffee mornings. It is good to do things with them and work together.
Now we look forward to the holiday makers coming as they usually support us by coming in for a coffee and chat, maybe on their way to the beach or, dare I say it, to shelter from the rain!”
BEESTON REGIS
May 2025 Exhibition by John and Jacqui Hurst — Following a successful exhibition in 2016, professional watercolourist and lino printer, John and Jacqui Hurst were invited to present an exhibition of their new collection in All Saints Church during the weekend of 3rd to 5th May. The event proved to be equally enjoyable and worthwhile.
John’s existing patrons and the visiting public were warmly welcomed and admirably catered for by an enthusiastic ‘coffee and cake’ team, comprising Pam Caldwell, Sarah Lambirth, Gwen Braybrook, Ruth Adamson and Julie Burnett.
Whilst invigilating the exhibition and speaking about his lifelong passion and commitment to watercolour painting, the techniques, patrons and often humorous circumstances associated with the profession, it became obvious to John and Jacqui that this event was a wonderful opportunity for Christian outreach. So many visitors, some from the nearby caravan park, had never previously entered the church and now found it to be a non-judgmental space, where pleasant interaction, relaxation and peace could be found alongside the appropriate watercolour landscapes and lino prints that brought ‘the outside in’.
The exhibition was also a financial success from sales commission and generous donations from the public for the refreshments, as a result of which over £330 was raised for church funds.
As John and Jacqui exclaimed afterwards, “That was really lovely to interact with so many people who wished to share their own stories too”. The church is equally grateful to them for mounting such an excellent exhibition.
VE Day 80 Celebrations at Beeston — The 80th Anniversary of VE Day was marked by a series of events at All Saints Church on 8th May. The day started with a flag-raising ceremony led by Mike Knowles, Chairman of the Parish Council. After the VE80 flag was raised the names of those from the Parish who gave their lives in the war in Europe were read out and prayers were said for those who served and died in World War II, for those who currently serve, and for peace in the World today.
In the evening about 120 people attended a reception in the church, hosted by the Parish Council, and followed by a concert which was given by the Beeston Regis Jazz Band, who covered a wide variety of jazz genres all played with great style and skill, and by the Shanty Sirens, who harmonised beautifully a series of sea shanties and ballads, to the delight of the audience.
Finally, a beacon was lit in the churchyard, affirming Beeston Regis's part in the national celebrations – and it was a fitting end to an excellent day, enjoyed by many in our community.
Particular thanks must go to Beeston Regis Parish Council, and especially Roy Beckley, who masterminded the organisation of the events, the Beeston Regis Jazz Band, led by Richard Fletcher, and the Shanty Sirens, all of whom contributed to a memorable VE80 celebration. A significant sum of money was raised from donations, which is to be shared between various charities and All Saints Church.
We are looking forward to hosting the annual Mid-Summer Classic Car Event on the field at All Saints Church on Wednesday 18th June. The event is due to start at 12 Noon and run through until 4.00pm. This is a great opportunity for the community to come together to view these beautifully maintained historic vehicles. So why not bring a picnic and enjoy tea, coffee and cake provided by members of the church family. We look forward to seeing you there!
GRESHAM
A “Coffee and Music” event will take place at All Saints Church, Gresham on Saturday 19th July. Refreshments will be served from 10.30am and there will be music from the internationally recognised Harpist, Keziah Thomas, from 11.00am to 12 Noon. Funds raised will be in aid of the church maintenance fund.
LOCAL NEWS
Sheringham & District Philatelic Society — April’s meeting saw displays by two of our own members, Jane and Andrew. The contrast in material showed how wide ranging our hobby is.
Isle of Man stamps are not only colourful and beautifully designed, but their themes are all rooted in island life. The TT races, bird life, history, landmarks and even the link with Thomas the Tank Engine featured!
The other display included Edinburgh postmarks 1840–1901. Many were unique to the city, with unusual designs. Envelopes and their contents gave insights into social history. A long-distance courtship, a business lettercard to the founder of Hansell’s solicitors in Norfolk, enquiries about international maritime cargoes… even an official explanation to a young lady lodging in the British military citadel in Cairo explaining why her watch could not be sent from Edinburgh.
We meet on the second Monday of each month at the Church Hall, West Runton with the doors opening at 7.00pm for a 7.30pm start.
At our meeting on Monday 9th June we will be joined by Peter Watts from Norfolk and Norwich PS who will be showing Romania and Turkey. At our meeting on Monday 14th July we will see displays on “The Postal History of King’s Lynn” and “H’penny Postage”, presented by Mike Kentzer and Terry Wagg from King’s Lynn PS.
Visitors are most welcome. For further details contact Jim Farrell on 01263 721043
The Sheringham & Cromer Choral Society – “With the Voice of Joy and Praise” – Saturday 19th July at 7.00pm at Cromer Parish Church. A programme of uplifting European Anthems featuring Hear my Prayer by Felix Mendelssohn (which includes the famous O for the Wings of a Dove) and Five Childhood Lyrics by Sir John Rutter. The Choir are delighted to be joined by the soprano, Alice Platten, twice finalist in BBC Young Chorister of the Year.
Tickets: £15 (under 18’s free) are available from the Sheringham Little Theatre’s Box Office, Telephone: 01263 822347 or online at the Society’s website:
https://www.sheringhamandcromerchoral.org.uk/concerts/with-the-voice-of-joy-and-praise/
Tickets are also available from Upstairs Downstairs, Church Street, Cromer (cash only) or on the evening at the door (subject to availability).
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DEADLINE FOR AN ITEM TO BE INCLUDED IN THE JUNE/JULY EDITION OF QUINTET NEWS WILL BE FRIDAY 16TH MAY 2025
Please contact Pam Thompson:
Telephone: 01263 510319 Email: [email protected]
AYLMERTON
Thank you again to everyone for your continued donations for the Foodbank, it is greatly appreciated.
The Foodbank urgently needs: Tinned Potatoes; Pasta Sauce; Tinned Fruit; Jam & Marmalade; Squash; Juice (Long-Life); Shampoo; Deodorants. It is also running low on Crisps; Coffee; Chocolate and Confectionery; Nappies (Size 6); Laundry Detergent; and Cleaning Sprays.
Please leave your donations in church.
EAST RUNTON
A message from Jean--
“Fifty-eight lilies and roses, given in memory of departed loved ones, adorned the altar rail, with spring flowers arranged around the church, and the church looked beautiful for the Easter Sunday service, which was well attended by regulars and a few visitors.
The Hot Cross Bun Coffee Morning raised a fantastic £600! We are truly grateful to you all for the generous donations, raffle prizes, and all the support shown to the church.
We had a Springtime Coffee Morning on 24th May but, at the time of writing, I do not know exactly how much has been raised.
The Summertime Coffee Morning will be on Saturday 26th July at St Andrew’s Church from 10.00am to 12 Noon, with all the usual attractions of homemade cakes, books and jigsaw puzzles and plants. Parking will be available at the Village Hall. Do come and join us, as there is always lots of laughter and chatter!!
WEST RUNTON
The 3C’s Club will meet on Monday 2nd June from 10.00am to 12 Noon and again on Monday 7th July from 10.00am to 12 Noon to undertake some light cleaning in the church. If you can help, do please come along with your feather duster – or just pop in and have a coffee and a chat!
A message from Rosemary--
“The Lent Lunches were a great success, and we nearly ran out of soup a couple of times! Over the six weeks we raised £923 (Lunches = £741; Raffle = £182). We are very grateful to all who prepared soup, to Jean Steward who organised and ran the raffle each Friday, and to all those who came and supported the lunches.
The Coffee Mornings continue to take place each Friday at the Church Hall from 10.00am to 12 Noon. So far this year we have raised £1,844.79. As this is the only fundraising we are able to undertake at Holy Trinity Church at present, we are very grateful for the generosity of the folk who come and support us each week.
We are hoping the Parish Council will start their Surgeries again at the coffee mornings. It is good to do things with them and work together.
Now we look forward to the holiday makers coming as they usually support us by coming in for a coffee and chat, maybe on their way to the beach or, dare I say it, to shelter from the rain!”
BEESTON REGIS
May 2025 Exhibition by John and Jacqui Hurst — Following a successful exhibition in 2016, professional watercolourist and lino printer, John and Jacqui Hurst were invited to present an exhibition of their new collection in All Saints Church during the weekend of 3rd to 5th May. The event proved to be equally enjoyable and worthwhile.
John’s existing patrons and the visiting public were warmly welcomed and admirably catered for by an enthusiastic ‘coffee and cake’ team, comprising Pam Caldwell, Sarah Lambirth, Gwen Braybrook, Ruth Adamson and Julie Burnett.
Whilst invigilating the exhibition and speaking about his lifelong passion and commitment to watercolour painting, the techniques, patrons and often humorous circumstances associated with the profession, it became obvious to John and Jacqui that this event was a wonderful opportunity for Christian outreach. So many visitors, some from the nearby caravan park, had never previously entered the church and now found it to be a non-judgmental space, where pleasant interaction, relaxation and peace could be found alongside the appropriate watercolour landscapes and lino prints that brought ‘the outside in’.
The exhibition was also a financial success from sales commission and generous donations from the public for the refreshments, as a result of which over £330 was raised for church funds.
As John and Jacqui exclaimed afterwards, “That was really lovely to interact with so many people who wished to share their own stories too”. The church is equally grateful to them for mounting such an excellent exhibition.
VE Day 80 Celebrations at Beeston — The 80th Anniversary of VE Day was marked by a series of events at All Saints Church on 8th May. The day started with a flag-raising ceremony led by Mike Knowles, Chairman of the Parish Council. After the VE80 flag was raised the names of those from the Parish who gave their lives in the war in Europe were read out and prayers were said for those who served and died in World War II, for those who currently serve, and for peace in the World today.
In the evening about 120 people attended a reception in the church, hosted by the Parish Council, and followed by a concert which was given by the Beeston Regis Jazz Band, who covered a wide variety of jazz genres all played with great style and skill, and by the Shanty Sirens, who harmonised beautifully a series of sea shanties and ballads, to the delight of the audience.
Finally, a beacon was lit in the churchyard, affirming Beeston Regis's part in the national celebrations – and it was a fitting end to an excellent day, enjoyed by many in our community.
Particular thanks must go to Beeston Regis Parish Council, and especially Roy Beckley, who masterminded the organisation of the events, the Beeston Regis Jazz Band, led by Richard Fletcher, and the Shanty Sirens, all of whom contributed to a memorable VE80 celebration. A significant sum of money was raised from donations, which is to be shared between various charities and All Saints Church.
We are looking forward to hosting the annual Mid-Summer Classic Car Event on the field at All Saints Church on Wednesday 18th June. The event is due to start at 12 Noon and run through until 4.00pm. This is a great opportunity for the community to come together to view these beautifully maintained historic vehicles. So why not bring a picnic and enjoy tea, coffee and cake provided by members of the church family. We look forward to seeing you there!
GRESHAM
A “Coffee and Music” event will take place at All Saints Church, Gresham on Saturday 19th July. Refreshments will be served from 10.30am and there will be music from the internationally recognised Harpist, Keziah Thomas, from 11.00am to 12 Noon. Funds raised will be in aid of the church maintenance fund.
LOCAL NEWS
Sheringham & District Philatelic Society — April’s meeting saw displays by two of our own members, Jane and Andrew. The contrast in material showed how wide ranging our hobby is.
Isle of Man stamps are not only colourful and beautifully designed, but their themes are all rooted in island life. The TT races, bird life, history, landmarks and even the link with Thomas the Tank Engine featured!
The other display included Edinburgh postmarks 1840–1901. Many were unique to the city, with unusual designs. Envelopes and their contents gave insights into social history. A long-distance courtship, a business lettercard to the founder of Hansell’s solicitors in Norfolk, enquiries about international maritime cargoes… even an official explanation to a young lady lodging in the British military citadel in Cairo explaining why her watch could not be sent from Edinburgh.
We meet on the second Monday of each month at the Church Hall, West Runton with the doors opening at 7.00pm for a 7.30pm start.
At our meeting on Monday 9th June we will be joined by Peter Watts from Norfolk and Norwich PS who will be showing Romania and Turkey. At our meeting on Monday 14th July we will see displays on “The Postal History of King’s Lynn” and “H’penny Postage”, presented by Mike Kentzer and Terry Wagg from King’s Lynn PS.
Visitors are most welcome. For further details contact Jim Farrell on 01263 721043
The Sheringham & Cromer Choral Society – “With the Voice of Joy and Praise” – Saturday 19th July at 7.00pm at Cromer Parish Church. A programme of uplifting European Anthems featuring Hear my Prayer by Felix Mendelssohn (which includes the famous O for the Wings of a Dove) and Five Childhood Lyrics by Sir John Rutter. The Choir are delighted to be joined by the soprano, Alice Platten, twice finalist in BBC Young Chorister of the Year.
Tickets: £15 (under 18’s free) are available from the Sheringham Little Theatre’s Box Office, Telephone: 01263 822347 or online at the Society’s website:
https://www.sheringhamandcromerchoral.org.uk/concerts/with-the-voice-of-joy-and-praise/
Tickets are also available from Upstairs Downstairs, Church Street, Cromer (cash only) or on the evening at the door (subject to availability).
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DEADLINE FOR AN ITEM TO BE INCLUDED IN THE JUNE/JULY EDITION OF QUINTET NEWS WILL BE FRIDAY 16TH MAY 2025
Please contact Pam Thompson:
Telephone: 01263 510319 Email: [email protected]
