I’ve had an enquiry from local historian John Goodwin who is researching the history of the Fox and Hounds Inn. He asks if anyone has photographs of the bar and dining areas of the pub, particularly the interior, from any period (even recently). If you have any good images, either uploadable digital images or photos […]
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Bells to Remember
On Wednesday 13 May, two quarter peals were successfully rung on Great Wolford bells in memory of Major the Honourable Clement B O Freeman-Mitford DSO and Pte. John Aston. Both died on 13 May 1915 at Ypres. An aristocratic, professional soldier and a volunteer from humble origins suffered the same fate on the same day. […]
Wolford – Bells to Remember
This month of May sees the 100th anniversary of the deaths of two soldiers listed on the Great Wolford war memorial. Great Wolford bells will be rung to mark this day. On Wednesday 13 May, two quarter peals will be rung in memory of Major the Honourable Clement B O Freeman-Mitford DSO and Pte. John […]
Great Wolford VE Day Celebration Ring...
Photography by Eleanor Duck On Saturday morning 9th May from 10.30 to 11.15 local ringers rang the Great Wolford church bells to celebrate the 70th anniversary of VE day. We rang called changes of a course of Grandsire doubles and very good it was too! The band consisted of; (back row left to right) James […]
New Section of the Website
The more observant of browsers may have noticed a modest addition to the site – the ‘Scats’ Directory. The first article here is from Peter Watson – “What I seen in that there Lunnun” All submissions welcome. The cleaner ones will be considered for publication, the rest will be privately enjoyed and perhaps shared in […]
Peter Watson – “What I se...
Four old retired guys from Todenham are walking down a street in London. They turn a corner and see a sign that says, “Old Timer’s Bar – All drinks 10p.” They look at each other and then go in, thinking this is too good to be true. The old bartender says in a voice that […]
St George’s day celebrations
The Village Fund’s annual supper to commemorate St.George’s Day has developed an enviable reputation for being a boisterous, amusing and totally engaging evening of good food and fun. This year’s event on April 25th was no exception. – Read more here
After St. George 2015
The Village Fund’s annual supper to commemorate St.George’s Day has developed an enviable reputation for being a boisterous, amusing and totally engaging evening of good food and fun. This year’s event on April 25th was no exception. An almost capacity guest list of 55 enjoyed an all inclusive ticket, starting with a sparkling Blackberry Royal […]
St. George’s Day Update
St.Georges Supper, 25th April. – Still a few tickets available – Contact Peter Watson 01608 674325 or peter.watson34@btinternet.com
Wolfords Barbeque and Fete 2015
Village Fete 2015