Programme of Events for 19th – 23rd April 2024
The Friends of Woolhope Church have organised several community events to celebrate St George’s Day and are pleased to announce this year’s exciting programme:
Friday, 19th April

Piano by Candlelight
An evening of live piano music at St George’s Church. Take a break from the fast pace of the world and immerse yourself in peace and tranquillity with relaxing and contemplative music. Drop in any time between 6.30pm and 9:00pm. FREE admission.
Saturday, 20th April

Dawn Chorus Stroll
Meet at 6:30am at The Skallenge, St George’s Church where Bob Hall will take us on a gentle stroll around the village to hear and identify the birdsong as we go. Donations to The Friends of Woolhope Church.
Saturday, 20th April

Big Breakfast or Brunch
From 8:00am until 12 noon at Woolhope Parish Hall. Only £6.00 for advance bookings or £7.50 on the door. Have a sizzling breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausages, black pudding, baked beans, tomatoes, mushrooms and toast (or vegetarian options). Unlimited tea or coffee.
Saturday, 20th April

“Nicholas de Hereford”
A fascinating talk by the Revd Chris Moore about Nicholas de Hereford and his life from Sufton Court to the Papal prison and back again: a tale of a fourteenth century church radical. Starts 7:30pm at Woolhope Parish Hall. Tickets: £5 on the door. Refreshments & Raffle.
Sunday, 21st April

Patronal Service at St George’s Church
Starting at 11:00am and led by The Very Revd Sarah Brown, Dean of Hereford. Also joining us will be John Eden and the Hereford Church Singers.
Sunday, 21st April

Seed Swap and Plant Sale
2pm-5pm at Woolhope Parish Hall. FREE Admission. Bring saved seeds and/or bought seeds and swap for anything on the table including heritage seed varieties. Various garden and veg plants for sale at bargain prices. Tea, coffee & home-made cakes available.
Tuesday, 23rd April
St George’s Day

Songs of Praise
Starting at 6:30pm and in association with Music in Quiet Places. Favourite hymns to sing and music by Hereford Cathedral School Chamber Choir and Chamber Musicians. Admission FREE with retiring collection.
For further details, event posters and contact information, please visit our
St George Celebrations page.



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