We are holding a concert and cream tea in memory of our beloved organist Frances Whewell who died last year.
The event will be on Saturday, September 7th, at 2.30pm at St John’s, starting with the concert which will be performed by a mix of soloists—singers and instrumentalists—and the church choir.
After the concert, a cream tea will be served. There will also be a raffle.
Admission is free but there will be a retiring collection for parish funds.
Please bring any good-quality used clothes and shoes to St Mark’s on Thursday (29th) 9-11am, and/or Sunday, September 8th, 2-4pm. This is a new initiative between the church and Hale Community Centre .
We also need volunteers to help sort clothes and/or help at the clothes bank and cafe. Please let us know if you can help. Thank you.
This church relies on donations to provide care and support to everyone in this community. Now more than ever, please consider giving generously to support our mission and ministry by clicking the button above. Thank you for your support.
This church relies on donations to provide care and support to everyone in this community. Now more than ever, please consider giving generously to support our mission and ministry by clicking the button above. Thank you for your support.
This church relies on donations to provide care and support to everyone in this community. Now more than ever, please consider giving generously to support our mission and ministry by clicking the button above. Thank you for your support.
This church relies on donations to provide care and support to everyone in this community. Now more than ever, please consider giving generously to support our mission and ministry by clicking the button above. Thank you for your support.
Each year, the dance company, which is based in Farnham Maltings, brings Doorstep Duets to new audiences by dancing outside buildings where there are groups to come and watch. This year, the dancers are presenting Hum in the car park at St George’s while Connections, a group for over-50s is meeting.
Just as the actions of the hummingbird, the smallest bird in the world, are essential to life in the towering rainforest, in Hum one small gesture of kindness to a stranger ripples out to create a community for those who need it most.
Hum has been created by choreographer and movement director Anjali Mehra, with original music by Luke Brady.
Don’t miss this incredible group offering free, professional dance. World-class dance outside the church and all of it free!
Farnham Maltings is bringing its Maltings at… series of events for families to St Mark’s and St George’s this summer holidays.
Maltings at… is a series of free workshops and performances suitable for families and they are taking place at St Mark’s on Monday mornings and St George’s on Wednesdays throughout August.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
The activities are:
St Mark’s
Drama Games with Maltings Youth Theatre Monday, August 5th, 10-11am Ages 5-11
Bring your adults and join in an hour of fun and games! Whether it’s your first go at some drama or you’re a budding thespian, there’s something for everyone! All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Get dramatic in a workshop with the Maltings Youth Theatre
The Giant Who Slept for Ten Thousand Years Monday, August 12th, 10-11am Ages 3+
Long before humans, in an icy fjord of the northernmost island, the last family of giants roam the land. Travelling inside and through the gorges and hills, they shape the landscape with their every step. Time passes, plants grow and fall – the mountains hide riches deep underneath the soil. People discover the fjord and cut the earth open for its wealth. Can they live together with giants and trolls peacefully? A heart-warming story about our relationship to nature, friendship and the places we call home.
Beatboxing Monday, August 19th, 10am-11am All ages welcome
Get ready to rock with UK championship Beatboxer Danny Ladwa from School Of Beatbox! Discover the thrill of beatboxing, turn your sounds into mesmerizing rhythms, and pick up mind-blowing techniques that will wow your crowd!
Danny Ladwa is there to teach you beatboxing!
Craft Workshop Monday, August 26th, 10am-11am Ages 3+
Get creative and have fun learning how to lino print your favourite creature from nature, cut them out and attach to sticks. Professional artist, Martyna Karch, will have loads of pre-cut templates for you to print and paint!
You can just turn up on the day but it is best to book. To do so, click here.
St George’s
Mrs Armitage on Wheels Wednesday, August 7th, 9.45-10.30am Ages 3+
Scoot Theatre presents Quentin Blake’s Mrs Armitage on Wheels, an interactive, energetic show, celebrating the joy of getting outdoors and being active. Featuring live music, puppetry and physical comedy.
Drama Games with Maltings Youth Theatre Wednesday, August 14th, 10-11am Ages 5-11
Bring your adults and join in an hour of fun and games! Whether it’s your first go at some drama or you’re a budding thespian, there’s something for everyone!
Beatboxing Wednesday, August 21st, 10-11am All ages welcome
Get ready to rock with UK championship Beatboxer Danny Ladwa from School Of Beatbox! Discover the thrill of beatboxing, turn your sounds into mesmerizing rhythms, and pick up mind-blowing techniques that will wow your crowd!
Learn to lino print with Martyna Karch
Craft Workshop Wednesday, August 28th, 10am-11am Ages 3+
Get creative and have fun learning how to lino print your favourite creature from nature, cut them out and attach to sticks. Professional artist, Martyna Karch, will have loads of pre-cut templates for you to print and paint!
Again, you can just turn up on the day but it is best to book. To do so, click here.
A year ago we lost Frances Whewell, a dearly loved member of our parish who organised the music for us and played the organ, with an especial love for Emily, the Edwardian organ at St Mark’s. She was not just a musician, but a poet, a thinker, a member of Amnesty International, a devoted wife and mother, and a dear friend to many.
Frances died in July 2023 after being diagnosed with cancer in the spring and, a year on, we are planning a musical tribute to her on the afternoon of September 7th at St John’s. The parish choir will be joined by soloist Olivia Jasper and other musicians for a concert which will begin at 2.30pm. The concert will be followed by a cream tea.
Admission will be free but there will be the opportunity to make donations to help with parish funds.
To book your tickets, email June Jasper, or call her on 07807 881311.
Pictured top is Frances playing the organ at home.
Frances reading a poem at the 2023 Literary Festival
Frances (far left), her husband Paul, and Dave and Helena Walter, taking part in the 2018 Hale Carnival with their model of Emily the organ.
Serving the Villages North of Farnham: Badshot Lea, Hale, Heath End & Weybourne
The Parish of Badshot Lea and Hale 