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Excavation at Playstreet, Bickenhall

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Archived Stories The excavation of a Medieval settlement at Playstreet, Bickenhall, which had been delayed due to the wet weather, has been re-scheduled to start on Monday 15th September.  There are spaces available for those who wish to join in the dig during the day, or bring the kids along after school to join in (Under 16's must be accompannied by an adult). 

Harvest Festival at St Mary's

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Archived Stories The annual village Harvest Festival service will take place at St Mary's on Friday 19th September at 7pm. This will be followed by a bring and share supper in the Church Room.

House Martins

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Archived Stories For several years, I have been collecting information about house martins in this area. Such information includes date of arrival and departure of the birds; number of nests being used; address of the site etc.

Around Hemyock

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Archived Stories We are all sadden with the loss of a loved one but the shock and sorrow felt by many on hearing of Lorna Pinder's sudden death has been great.17 year old Lorna was a pupil at Richard Huish College and a vibrant young lady who will be missed by many. We send our love, prayers and sympathy to her family and friends.

Football Club - News & Update

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Archived Stories Hemyock Football Club enjoyed another successful season winning the Intermediate 2 title in their first season in the Devon and Exeter Football League. The club enjoys fantastic facilities down at the Longmead playing field that are the envy of every team that comes to play in Hemyock.

Hemyock WI - News Update

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Archived Stories In June the members enjoyed a challenging Treasure Hunt around the village. This was organised by Julie and Elaine. Luckily, the weather was favourable as some members took a long time to complete their tasks. The winning team was 'The Young Ones.' All were able to enjoy the meal provided at the Ivy Café which is conveniently situated in the centre of Hemyock. Lynn thanked all who took part and reminded members that the next Meeting will be on July 1st at 7.30 pm in the Parish Hall when Neil Moralee will give a talk which he calls 'Harley and me in the USA.' As well as the competition for 'a flower from the garden' there is another for a 'Holiday Snap.'

Samaritan's Purse Christmas Shoebox Appeal

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Archived Stories A few weeks ago I received the leaflets reminding me that once again the charity will be running the appeal from now until early November.

Many of you have supported the Shoebox Appeal in recent years and been extremely generous in your donations. For those who have not come across the charity before they aim to meet critical needs of child victims of war, poverty, famine, disease and natural disasters throughout the world. Samaritan's Purse are the world's largest children's Christmas project and with our help will continue to be so.

Hemyock Singers News

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Archived Stories You will be aware that Hemyock Singers recently made the decision to split and from this a new group has been formed. Hopefully each will continue to provided a variety of entertainment throughout the year with plans already in hand for another Supper Concert in November.

Blackdown Community Choir

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Archived Stories The Blackdown Community Choir is now recruiting for September.  Men particularly welcome!  We sing a variety of light material such as folk, gospel, African songs and Taize.