PLOUGH Sunday: Was celebrated in St Mary’s Church last Sunday, with the Blessing of the Plough. This ancient plough was kindly brought to church by Derek Fawcett. Special readings and prayers were used.

PARISH Council meeting: Please note that this will be on Monday, February 2, from 7.30pm, and there will be opportunity for villages to ask questions of their councillors.

Please note that there is still a chance to add your Christmas tree to the pile on the left of the pavilion gates.

SLEEPING Beauty: I understand that there are still a few tickets left. Please ring Beryl on 0118 9815600 to reserve your seats. Tickets are priced adults £8, concessions £6, Friday, Saturday matinee and Saturday evening performances, 2.30pm and 7.30pm in Silchester Village Hall. Dates are January 30 and 31 and February 6 and 7.

TUESDAY Club for toddlers and babies: Meets in the Club Room of the village hall, every Tuesday during term time, and invite new children (with parent or carer) to join them from 10am to noon. Costs £2 weekly plus 50p for additional children.