Fewston church to rekindle wartime memories

Fewston Church is to host an afternoon of poetry, prose and song telling the story of World War Two.

Margaret Jowett and Kathy White will give a performance called Serendipity on Saturday August 14 at 3.30pm, which is being organised to mark the 100th anniversary of the Royal British Legion.

The experienced performers will dress in World War Two-era costumes and sing renditions of wartime favourites, such as We’ll Meet Again and The White Cliffs of Dover. Audience participation is encouraged.

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Ms Jowett said:

“We perform words and music that kept the spirit of Britain alive from 1939-45. We will tell the story of the war with an emphasis on the British Legion.”

Tickets cost £10, which includes tea and cakes. To buy a ticket contact Pat Anderson on 01943 880284 or anderson@delvesridge.plus.com 

All proceeds will be shared between the British Legion and Fewston and Blubberhouses churches.

Tea and cakes overlooking Swinsty reservoir set to resume

The tea room overlooking Swinsty reservoir at Washburn Heritage Centre will re-open on Saturday.

The volunteer-run centre, which is renowned for its home-made cakes, is situated in the surroundings of Fewston church.

Customers will be served in the outdoor seated area.

As well as its tea rooms, the centre hosts events that promote the culture and heritage of the Washburn Valley. However, indoor areas remain closed.

The tea room will be open on Saturday from 11am until 1.30pm and on Sunday from 11am until 4pm.

It will then be open every following Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 4pm.

The centre is owned by Fewston and Blubberhouses Parochial Church Council.

Sarah Stead, who is responsible for the centre’s PR and marketing, said:

“We look forward to serving our delicious home-made cakes and sandwiches in our beautiful setting at Fewston church.

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