The wildflower zone on the Recreation Ground around the War Memorial Orchard is coming along nicely, amongst the wildflowers that are growing are Oxeye Daisies and Common Knapweed, all good for our pollinators.
What wildflowers can you find growing in the zone?
Will You Help Keep This Village Tradition Alive?
Rogation comes from the Latin “rogare” which means to ask. And so, on Rogation Sunday we ask God’s blessing for the seed, for the soil, for those who labour in the fields and for all of God’s creation . . . this includes you.
Please join us on Sunday 10 May (11.15am) as we bless the fields, animals and farmers, and ask that they have a good harvest later in the year. There will be some uplifting songs and some bleating lambs (come along and stroke them but then wash your hands afterwards).
Following the service, at noon, there will be our annual Spring Bring & Share lunch; bring a plate of something, or a bowl or a packet of crisps, and let’s enjoy each other’s company.
You don’t have to attend both, it would be nice to see you at the service or lunch, please help keep this rural tradition alive.
Which Tree Bears Which Fruit?
Thanks to match funding from our County Councillor’s Divisional Fund, we have been able to buy an information lectern that is now sited near the Millennium Garden. The lectern, which was installed by volunteers Nick & Paul, contains a plan of the Coronation & War Memorial Orchards and details the trees that have been planted. The plan was produced with the support of Wade Muggleton at Worcestershire County Council.
Step back in time (and an opportunity to dress up) on 9 & 10 May and Swing with Glen Miller and friends for a night of glamour and celebration with the fabulous Midland Concert Orchestra at the 1940s Blitz Ball.https://bromsgrovearts.org.uk/events/
With hit songs from the 1950s to present day, THE PRONOUNCED provided non-stop entertainment when they took to the stage at the Village Hall on Saturday 18 April.
Their THROUGH THE DECADES SHOW included songs from Chuck Berry, Dusty Springfield, The Beetles, Abba, Donna Summer, Elton John, Guns & Roses, Robbie Williams, Dolly Parton, Mark Ronson, Oasis and many more artists. The show included humour, props, hats, a costume change, and many people taking to the dance floor.
Everyone left the building saying how good the band was and asking if we will have them back; they will be returning on Saturday 22nd May 2027.
Videos from the show can be found on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/fairfieldinformation
The Pronounced before the show enjoying the view from the Village Hall car park
The Coronation Orchard is starting to bloom, and looks lovely. Like last year, the blooms will need to be picked before they turn into applets, this allows the trees to retain energy and grow stronger; this may be the last year we have to do this, next year we may be able to let the apples form. Thanks you Carol H for the photos.
A resident has reported some vandalism on their land; property has been moved and it looks like someone has tried to make a small encampment, using logs and corrugated sheeting. Debris left including vape and deodorant can. The police have been notified. Residents are reminder to check and review their land and property security. If you encounter similar incidents, please report to the police, and if you feel safe to do so with us admin@fvca.org.uk https://fvca.org.uk/neighbourhood-watch/
You are likely to be aware that due to the conflict in the middle east, the cost of fuel has risen significantly. It is probably due to this that there has been a recent spike in theft of fuel from businesses / farms that hold stocks of fuel.
In some cases 5000 litres of fuel have been stolen utilising appropriate equipment to syphon from tanks.
If you have your own fuel stocks please take additional security measures to create a deterrent or reduce the risk of thefts. Please also pass this message on to anyone you are aware of that is not on this forum that have their own stocks.
For example – utilise padlocks and alarm systems where possible to secure the locations, install notifiable cameras that alert your phone to the presence of any intruders and sensor lighting to highlight any intrusion.
Please do not approach any suspects and call 999 immediately if you suspect a theft is taking place.
Committee Member (4 meetings a year, scrutinising wat we are doing, putting forward ideas and helping to run events)
Litter picking (2nd Saturday in each month, 10.30am – 11.30am)
Foodie Fairfield (first Saturday in each month, 9.00am – 12noon)
Bromsgrove Arts/Fairfield Flicks (various dates)
Email: admin@fvca.org.uk for further details
