Micheldever Village Fete 20th June 2026
It may only be March but diaries fill at a disturbing rate! So, one for the diary - this year’s Micheldever fete will be on Saturday 20 June. As always, the fete promises to be a fun afternoon for all the family with all the essential components - Bar, BBQ, band, dog show, stalls, children’s corner and more. Plans are also progressing well for an additional attraction this year - a display of cars that for most of us we
Roof Repairs
We are delighted to report that, despite the recent never-ending rain, the roofing repairs to the chancel and vestry roofs of St Mary’s are now complete. A few months ago, we were really struggling to assess how our fundraising efforts and reserves could stretch to covering the roof repairs as well as other recent expenses for major repair bills for the organ, electrical work, and central heating. Maintaining and preserving a Grade II* listed heritage building is a challenge. But then we
Barnabas Aid ‘Faith in the Fire’ Candlelit prayer evening
Candlelit prayer evening
Roof Repairs have started at St Mary’s – Autumn 2025
As many of you will have seen, scaffolding has been erected around St Mary’s Church, Micheldever. We would like to tell you what is happening….. The roof of the chancel (built circa 1880) is covered in very large format slates which are beautiful, but extremely uneven. A recent survey showed that some of the slates have slipped out of line, probably due to the sheer weight of the individual slates. A closer inspection with a roofing specialist revealed that the wooden battens
St Mary’s organ still needs your support!
Music in churches is synonymous with organs. It is their unique sound and volume which makes them such special musical instruments; it is impossible to imagine a church service without an organ. The organ is a living, breathing machine and, as with any musical instrument, organs need to be cared for. Over time parts wear out, leather perishes, dust accumulates, and the organ begins to suffer from excessive wind noise and becomes more difficult to play. The time has come to give
Scaffolding at St Mary’s Church Autumn 2025
What is happening at St Mary’s this Autumn? St Mary’s is undergoing urgent roof repairs due to slipping slates and failing fixings. Scaffolding will be erected around St Mary’s in late October for essential roof repairs. Repairs are expected to last about a month. The repairs involve removing slates, fitting new battens, re-laying slates, and adding insulation to enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprint. The total cost of the repairs is £43,000; fundraising efforts are ongoing, and donations are requested from the
