Village Halls Week Celebrated In Medbourne

Residents in Medbourne have been celebrating Village Halls Week.

The national initiative is recognising the valuable contribution the buildings make to communities in rural areas.

A special cake designed in the shape of the hall was baked to mark the occasion at the regular Monday teas event.

Medbourne villagers celebrate village hall week with tea and cake,
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Brian Godfrey chairman of the Village Hall Committee, said: “Medbourne is fortunate in having an iconic Village Hall in the centre of the village.

“Weekly Monday teas are a great social gathering and an opportunity to meet friends and neighbours in a warm and welcoming environment”.

Medbourne’s historic Village Hall is used by Medbourne Preschool, 1st Welland Valley Scouts, Pilates, Dance Academy, Medbourne Women’s Institute, a model railway group, the Parish Council as well as for private functions, weddings, celebrations and as a Polling Station.

A cake of Medbourne village hall next to a model.
PICTURE: ANDY CARPENTER