I wonder if anywhere in this nation there is a house that does not contain, somewhere within its walls, at least one box of faded monochromatic photographs – images that reflect the era known as the twentieth century; an era that has all-too-quickly become “the past”. It was my era. At 63, I am somewhat reluctant to give up “my era”. As midnight each 31st December arrives, I now find myself struggling to welcome the…
Read MoreIssue 49
Vine Community Church
Each year, around Easter, the Spring Harvest Christian Conference partners with a Christian charity which is making a huge difference in our troubled world. Last year their partners were Samaritan’s Purse. It was moving to see the work done by this charity to bring relief to many, for example, those in war torn countries or where storm damage has left people homeless. For the next five years Spring Harvest will be working in partnership with…
Read MoreLittleport Community Primary School News
Some very important dates for the term ahead KS1 and EYFS Sports Day on the morning of Tuesday 10th July (reserve date of Monday 16th July) KS2 Sports Day on the morning of Wednesday 11th July (reserve date of Tuesday 17th July). The PTFA Summer Fayre is scheduled for Saturday 7th July from 1- 4pm. Y6 Trip to London is Wednesday 13th July. Further dates, including class assemblies, EYFS welcome meetings and other events, will…
Read MoreLittleport Town FC Reserves Move Up!
Littleport Town FC Reserves Move Up! When Littleport Town FC’s First team had to disband two months into the season because of a lack of players – which included top players leaving to join other clubs it was a massive blow for such a well established club. So the onus was now on their Reserves side to fly the flag and represent the local community. And in only their first season competing in a tough…
Read MoreGreater Littleport and District New Christian Spiritualists’ Society
Rev’d Nick Brown says Let the Sun Shine In! Everyone loves a splash of sunshine. I am always somewhat amused by those people that I know who call themselves ‘sun worshippers’. Long ago of course and even to this day, there are those that describe themselves as such for very different reasons. Everyone loves a splash of sunshine. I am always somewhat amused by those people that I know who call themselves ‘sun worshippers’. Long…
Read MoreBob Garwood Talks to Littleport Life about Littleport Cricket!
The 7th of April 2018 saw the dismantling of Littleport Town Cricket Club’s score hut and the end of local cricket as we know it in this village. There were some very touching comments on our social media pages like Littleport Notice Board and Littleport Community Group which prompted Littleport Life to track down one unassuming local gentleman who was quite a force to reckon with in his heyday as a cricketer. Bob Garwood better…
Read MoreThe Friendship Co-operative
The Friendship Co-operative Group began in December 2017 and was born out of the previously known YANA (You Are Not Alone) group. The idea behind the group is to bring together residents from Littleport and surrounding villages who may find themselves at a loose end and would like a bit of company. We meet on the first Sunday of the month from 2-4pm in Littleport Village Hall and the entry fee is £2, which goes…
Read MoreDebra Jordan brings us News from Littleport Leisure
There may be rain or sun – but there is still something for everyone at the Centre. All are welcome – there is no membership fee to join any of the classes, to view the centre, or to use the café. Sport is not everyone’s cup of tea! And so to give a more fun and social element in keeping active we are commencing our ‘Cheesy boogie nights’ where you can dance along with our…
Read MoreLittleport & District Flower Arrangement Club
At the Club’s AGM in February we met at the Village Hall, when Fairways Catering put on a two course meal for the 36 members that attended. It did not seem a year ago that the Club was in the Hall for the 2017 AGM. As usual Fairways did the Club proud and had an enjoyable meal. After the meal came the AGM. The President, Louise Richards, opened the evening with thankyous to all of…
Read MoreMillfield School – Summer 2018
As I write this contribution for the Littleport Life the sun is shining, we are having some of the hottest April days for 70 years and yesterday we received our Ofsted report following a 2 day inspection towards the end of March- both the sunshine and the report are bringing a smile to our faces here at Millfield! Those of you who have been members of the Littleport community for some time, will know that…
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