PARISH Council: Meets on Monday, in the village hall Club Room. Villagers are welcome to come along, hear the debates, and there is always a chance to speak on any subject in the open forum.

PHOENIX Club: Will have a musical afternoon with Robin Scott on Wednesday, March 4, from 2pm in the Club Room.

VILLAGE Market: Is taking place on Saturday, March 7, from 10am to noon. It is good to see some new stall holders and we hope they get many sales.

ROMAN talk by Professor Michael Fulford: Will be about what has been achieved last year and many years in the past.

The talk will be held on Friday, March 27, in the village hall, 7pm for 7.30pm.

ART Exhibition: A date for your diary, Saturday, March 28, in the village hall, from 1pm to 5pm.

Nine local artists will show their work, including botanical artist Jenny Jowett and watercolourist Jonathan Savill. This is a new event for Silchester and all the artists would value your support.