Category Archives: Fundraising

Letter from The Director of Operations of Winchester Diocese

Posted on 25th February 2021 by Revd Alex Pease

To the PCC and Congregation of The Parish of The Itchen Valley, I am writing on behalf of the Bishop’s Council to sincerely thank your parish for meeting your requested contributions to the 2020 Common Mission Fund in full. This … Continue reading →

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Fundraising from The Hollow by Revd. Alex Pease

Posted on 21st September 2020 by Revd Alex Pease

Nick Owen has written to let me know that the Hollow raised £7500 for The MS Society, The Winchester Young Carers and Itchen Valley Churches.  Of this the church receives £2000.  This is a huge amount at a very difficult time … Continue reading →

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The Hollow by Alex Pease

Posted on 13th September 2020 by Revd Alex Pease

So many events have been postponed during this pandemic and its clear that there will be no Easton Pantomime this year, so it was a particular delight that we did not miss out on Anna McGowan’s wonderful production of Agatha … Continue reading →

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Martyr Worthy Plant sale revised approach from Plant Sale Team

Posted on 22nd March 2020 by Revd Alex Pease

Today, acting quickly to adhere completely to the latest Government advice and after much consultation, the Committee of the Plant Sale have decided the following:- 1.      There will now be no visitors to Chilland House 2.      The kitchen garden at … Continue reading →

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Bridge and Tea at Dymoke House Easton

Posted on 11th September 2019 by Revd Alex Pease

  It looked like enormous fun.  From all over the parish and beyond ladies (and some gentlemen) gathered to play Bridge in the beautiful surroundings of Dymoke House to raise money for  St Mary’s Easton.  There were 16 tables of … Continue reading →

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Easton Fete 2019

Posted on 27th August 2019 by Revd Alex Pease

Gosh what a contrast from last year where the rain poured and poured….it was absolutely boiling hot.  I can well imagine that the idea of dressing up as a camel or a minion or one half of a pantomime horse … Continue reading →

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Avington Car Boot Sale Sunday 14th July by Judy Thomas

Posted on 23rd July 2019 by Revd Alex Pease

Avington Car Boot Sale Just about everyone in the village in the run up to July 14 and on the day of the event, put in a huge effort to make the Car Boot Sale the resounding  success it was. … Continue reading →

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Summer Barn Dance & Hog Roast – NEXT SATURDAY

Posted on 20th June 2019 by adminitchenvalley

Summer Barn Dance & Hog Roast – NEXT SATURDAY – Saturday 29th June 2019, 7-11pm at Graces Farm Martyr Worthy. Band, bar and raffle – Adults £15, children aged 10 and under £10.  Raising funds for Itchen Valley Churches and … Continue reading →

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Power in Russia – A Martyr Worthy lecture by Dr Andrew Monaghan

Posted on 27th February 2019 by Revd Alex Pease

Russia is, as Winston Churchill famously said, ‘a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma’.  We were very fortunate to have someone to speak to us in the Martyr Worthy lecture series last night who is in a good … Continue reading →

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Michael Chance tells of his craft at Martyr Worthy Lectures

Posted on 28th January 2019 by Revd Alex Pease

The Martyr Worthy lectures are always a delight:  drinks and delicious canapés and an opportunity to meet up with friends local and from afar, followed by a fascinating talk at Itchen Abbas and Avington Village Hall. Last night was particularly … Continue reading →

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Intermezzo Opera presents The Marriage of Figaro at St John’s Church Itchen Abbas by Revd Alex Pease

Posted on 21st October 2018 by Revd Alex Pease

Intermezzo Opera’s Marriage of Figaro St John’s Church Itchen Abbas 78 of us were crammed into the ever versatile space of St John’s Itchen Abbas on Saturday evening for the latest operatic delight from Intermezzo Opera Company – The Marriage of … Continue reading →

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Flanders and Swan Revisited in Easton by Adrian Vincent et al

Posted on 19th September 2018 by Revd Alex Pease

An effervescent evening of musical comedy was held at St. Mary’s Church, Easton on Saturday, 15th September.  Over 140 people enjoyed canapés and a light supper at The Old Rectory by kind permission of Andy and Clare Davies before walking … Continue reading →

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Easton Village Fete 2018

Posted on 26th August 2018 by Revd Alex Pease

There was a distinctly maritime feel to the Easton Village Fete this year.  Was it the waterproof garb which so many were wearing – not only sowesters, but all sorts of country gear as well, including waterproof trousers and wellies … Continue reading →

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Avington Boot Sale 2018

Posted on 2nd July 2018 by Revd Alex Pease

What a totally brilliant idea!  A boot sale at Avington Park.  In the huge field beyond the haha in front of the house, dozens of cars were lined up to exchange the unwanted for the wanted and make some money … Continue reading →

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Car Boot Sale at Avington Park Sunday 1st July 11am-3pm

Posted on 25th June 2018 by Revd Alex Pease
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