Class 3 have been excited about coming back to school after the summer holiday! In these first few weeks the new Y3/4 children have been getting to know each other and learning the importance of friendship. They have taken inspiration from their English focus which is all about fables. The children have enjoyed listening and […]
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Eastington Playgroup
We have had a very busy start to the new school term since September and have been settling into routines and supporting children’s transition to playgroup and encouraging independence for the older children.We have started the Autumn term by drawing our self-portraits and we have made a large ‘Guess Who?’ game which the children have […]
Jolly Joggers
Jolly Joggers is Back! As usual every Wednesday evening – meet outside the Co-op at 7pm sharp. All levels of ability, all speeds catered for, very friendly bunch – Come along, get fit and have fun! You will need a High Viz jacket and maybe a head torch for the darker winter evenings. Phone Vanessa […]
Eastington and Stonehouse Slimming World Groups
We’ve had such a brilliant summer at groups. I love my Wednesdays helping everyone to achieve their weight loss goals . We’ve celebrated lots of achievements over the summer. Awards for weight loss achieved, awards for Body Magic which is Slimming Worlds activity awards and also celebrating our fabulous Women of the Year 2018. Congratulations […]
1st Eastington Brownies
We welcomed 3 new girls from Rainbows to Brownies for the first time. Those to whom it really matters – the Brownies – got to see the new programme this week and it was really well received. We looked at the six Themes which are the basis of the new programme and then played a […]
The Lych Gate of St Michaels and All Angels – Steve Mills
At some point, we’ve all walked past or through the lych gate (or lytch gate) of our village church, St Michael and All Angels. Many older churches have one of these, usually in the form of a covered entrance to the church grounds – it marks the division between consecrated and unconsecrated ground. In older […]
Eastington Crafters
Hope everyone has had a good summer. We will be resuming our evening meetings from October if anyone fancies joining us for a chat about crafting of any kind. Our aim is to encourage each other and give ideas and support. During our September meeting we will have been knitting poppies for the planned church […]
The 36th Autumn Veg & Flower Show
Once again the green fingered amongst us – and those handy in the kitchen too – came together to show us all what can be done with a little diligence, some skill and maybe just a tiny smidge of good luck. Given the very peculiar weather this year, it was amazing how many beautiful flowers […]
Knit – or Crochet – for Remembrance
Jack Naylor is organising a big commemorative display in the Church over the remembrance week end. It would be wonderful if everyone could contribute to making this a real community show of gratitude to those who gave so much. Even if you have never really knitted or crocheted anything before, these patterns are really, really […]
Ladies of Eastington
After a quiet summer, we have plans afoot…. We are planning Eastington’s first ever Goodwill Evening for Saturday 8th December, there will be stalls, a tree to sing carols around, Santa’s Grotto and hopefully a few businesses open . If you are interested in a stall please contact me on the number below. Also we […]
Hounds in the (Kings Head) House
“Never work with Animals or Children” here at the Kings Head House we like a challenge and did just that! What a fabulous event this was, with a real sense of Community people were so generous donating their time and money. The children of Eastington played a massive part and had the tough job of […]
Patient Participation Group
The Patient Participation Group (PPG) is a group of patients working with Frampton’s GP surgery to help improve services. We want to better understand your needs, priorities and issues, so that we can work together to deliver the highest quality of health care locally. WE WELCOME YOUR VIEWS … Please give your feedback and suggestions […]
Halloween Walk
The time has come again for the children of Eastington to get their spook on! Our annual Halloween walk will take place 26th October meeting in the garden of The Old Badger at 6pm to begin the trick or treat trail, making our way back round to The Kings Head House where you will be […]
Eastington Methodist Church
Café Church in October On Sunday 14th and 21st, we will be looking at Jesus – Controller of Nature as the next part of our series exploring the life and ministry of Jesus. There are several stories in the Bible where the normal natural order of things gets suspended. Examples include Jesus walking on the […]
St Michael and All Angels
Services at St Michaels Services in October………….. 1. 7th Oct. 11.15 Holy Communion HARVEST Liz Palin 2. 14th Oct. 11.15 Holy Communion Pat Freeth 3. 21st Oct. 18.00 Sung Evensong Lay Led 4. 28th Oct. 11.15 Holy Communion Steve Harrison Services in November………….. 1. 4th Nov. 11.15 Holy Communion Steve Harrison 2. 11th Nov. […]
George Cook
The family of the late George Cook – an Eastington resident for 94 years – would like to sincerely thank all the many neighbours and friends who attended George’s funeral, and for the very generous donations made to Cancer Research. Thank you also for the kind words and cards we have received, including the wonderful […]
Editorial 170
Dear Readers, ECN relies on every single one of the people who volunteer to make it happen. Those who contribute articles and help with the production are one group, but these efforts would be in vain were it not for ECN’s very loyal ‘army’ of 30 delivery persons. Rarely mentioned or thanked, many of these […]
Alkerton Rangers
We are looking for more players for this season – let’s not let the local football team fold. There has to be a lot of new faces moved to the village who might like to support the local teams and keep them going. Training is Thursday evenings at Owen Harris memorial ground. New and old […]
Parish Matters
I have just looked at my previous article and notice it was raining when I wrote it, I don’t think we have any significant rain since. I hope at least some of you are enjoying the heat.We are still dealing with planning applications from the Great Oldbury site and will be for some time to […]
Happy Birthday the Phonebox
Amazingly, it is just about a year since the phone box opened its doors to all you avid readers out there – the young, the very young and the less young. – And it still looks as good today as it did then – So a very huge thank you to everyone who has contributed, […]
District Councillors’ Newsletter
I hope like me you have been enjoying this long hot spell although I am always conscious that by the time you read this we may be in the wettest and coldest August in history. There have been some “hot” political issues at Stroud District Council and I would like to update you on 3 […]
Dennis Shill
The family of the late Dennis Shill would like to sincerely thank neighbours and friends for their kind words and cards, also for attending Dennis’s funeral and generous donations to the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity.
A Walk Down Middle Street
One of Eastington’s quieter backroads is Middle Street. This branches off the Bath Road en route towards Frocester, and wends its way up to Cress Green, where the road now ends. However, this was not always the case and in days long gone, it formed part of an important through route much used by carters […]
Memories of Eastington – from 1920
Megan Timbrell has deep roots in Eastington. Coming from a long line of Eastingtonians, she was born in Cress Green and lived there for many years at what is now Cress Green Cattery . Her mother, Mrs Bliss, now 94, has written down some of her early memories of living here, and Megan has been […]
1st Eastington Brownies
The weather on Wednesday evenings has certainly provided us some opportunities to get out doors this term. You may have seen us out in the village, as we completed a rose petal trail to Snakey Park or stormed the Co-op to buy ice-creams, so we could check out our local surroundings for mapping on a […]
St Michaels and all Angels
Rector : Revd. Steve Harrison 07466 858975 or rectorstroudwater@gmail.comHon. Curate : Revd. Angela Reeder 01453 827446 Church Wardens : Mike Naylor (01453 828682) or mike@mikenaylorsurveyors.co.uk Muriel Bullock (01453 826173) or murielhbullock@gmail.com Hon. Churchwarden : Jill Simmons (01453 825303 HELP IS REQUIRED As this year is the 100th anniversary of the 1st World War we are planning […]
Getting the Goat
Cooling off – or just chilling out ! This well sorted goat is one of Eastington’s newest residents. Living in the field at the top of Millend Lane, this lucky goat, along with his friends, some sheep and alpacas, is having a new lease on life, and obviously making the most of it. […]
Eastington Primary School – May Queen
Hello, my name is Gabbie Whitaker and I was voted as Eastington Primary School’s May Queen for 2018. My journey began a few weeks before the ceremony. The day I wrote my speech I wrote about how much I wanted to be May Queen and how much it would mean to me and I […]
The 36th Autumn Veg & Flower Show – schedule
In the Village Hall OPEN TO ALL RESIDENTS Come and show off your prized fruit, flowes and vegetables, or enter some of the cooking classes. Lots of classes for children too! Read on for link the schedule of classes, entry form etc Click here for full schedule, entry form etc The hall will be open to […]
Frampton Village Society Talks
A warm welcome is extended to everyone to come to our series of 2018 illustrated talks. The talks are on Friday evenings at 7.30pm in Frampton Village Hall. The cost is £3.50 per person, for non-members including tea/coffee and biscuits. For more information please contact Paul Bradly on 01452 742184 or at: paulbradly@hotmail.com. On 22nd […]
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