Westfield

Westfield Scout Group: held its annual Duck Race last Sunday. The beautiful sunshine brought lots of people out to enjoy burgers, hot dogs and a stroll along the stream. Racing conditions were slightly slow due to the wind direction, but this did not stop everyone enjoying the event. Thank you to all the supporters who help raise over £200 for Scout funds.

The Friendship Club: meets in the Parish Hall on Monday, April 18 from 2-3.30 pm for bingo, whist or just a chat over tea and biscuits. Several outings are arranged during the year, and new members are always welcome, so contact Jean Hobson on 01424 753095 for more information.

F3 (Friends, Fun, and Fellowship): is a group open to all women of any age. The next meeting is on Thursday, April 21 at 7.30pm in the Parish Hall, when Lin Saines makes a welcome return, talking about ‘Food and Feast at King Arthur’s Court’ - herbs and their history. Admission is £2. For more details telephone Helen on 01424 752052.

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There will be a Table Sale: in the Parish Hall from 9am-12 noon on Saturday, April 23 in aid of Westfield Playgroup. This is a chance to sell and buy outgrown toys, clothes, etc., so declutter the house, or have a table for your business. Please book your table (£5) in advance by ringing Natalie on 07863 819662.

Westfield Youth Club’s Big Quiz: is back on Saturday, April 23 at 7pm for 7.30pm start in the Parish Hall, raising funds for the Family Funday in August. Book your table for a team of up to eight people with Min on 07952 995743. Admission is £5 per person including a hot supper, but bring your own drinks and glasses.

Why not try something: different? Silk painting all day workshops are starting at a craft studio in Moat Lane. No experience is needed, and painters will complete at least one painting. The cost is £40, including materials and lunch. Contact Gail on 01424 753654 for more information.

The Annual Parish Assembly: is on Tuesday, May 3, when the Westfield Volunteer Awards will be presented to residents. Do you know someone who helps in your club, organises events, takes people to hospital appointments, or who just is always there helping quietly behind the scenes? The Parish Council would like to thank these special people publicly, so please tell it about them! Nomination forms with all the details are available from shops, and need to be returned by today.

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The latest Rother Citizens Panel: Newsletter 21 gives, among other information, details and a map showing the draft proposals from the Boundary Commission for changing ward boundaries in Rother. Sedlescombe will be a ward with Westfield up to the boundary with Hastings. Find Newsletter 21 at [email protected]. The consultation ends on 16 June 2016.

The Westfield Village website: www.westfieldvillage.co.uk has a new look, so take a look for all sorts of information about village organisations, events, Westfield Community Association and the Parish Council. This is your website, set up to serve the village community, so please remember to send in and your contributions, news and views to keep everyone up to date.

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