Lympstone church anniversary success
THE CHAIRMAN of Lympstone Church s 600 committee has thanked villagers for supporting the month-long programme of anniversary events. John Lupton, of Church Road, said the success of the events had surpassed expectations. Festivities to mark the 600th ann
THE CHAIRMAN of Lympstone Church's 600 committee has thanked villagers for supporting the month-long programme of anniversary events.
John Lupton, of Church Road, said the success of the events had surpassed expectations.
Festivities to mark the 600th anniversary of the church tower started on September 4 and concluded last Sunday, September 27.
John said: "The celebrations exceeded expectations. We have had an absolutely wonderful time.
You may also want to watch:
"The effort people have put in to organise and support the events has been stupendous. I cannot speak highly enough of them.
"There has been such an amazing buzz in the village this month and the church has been the centrepiece which was great to see.
Most Read
- 1 MP and councillors call for rethink on plan for cycle lane
- 2 Repair cafe opens again
- 3 Council chairman declares unique new sensory garden open
- 4 Exmouth Harrier wins British Masters marathon
- 5 Communities complete vital work to protect future development
- 6 Budleigh Hub makes gearchange to Seachange
- 7 Dealer took over vulnerable people's homes in Exmouth and Exeter
- 8 Welcome opportunity to celebrate natural beauty of pebblebed heaths
- 9 Extraordinary win for Budleigh Seconds
- 10 Beacon of success: a tribute to the life and times of Spud Rowsell
"Everyone has been saying what a wonderful occasion it was."
The festivities included a number of music, drama events and church services. The Reverend Prebendary Ian Morter was also licensed as the new priest in charge in Lympstone.
John added: "I would like to thank the people of the village for supporting the events and they should be really proud of what they have achieved.
