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NINE members of Powick Parish Ramblers and two dogs, avoided the heavy showers last Wednesday morning to walk five miles around the Sinton Green area. The path left the Hunters' Lodge at Oakham Green, past the farm and across fields. After heavy overnight rain the fields were very wet and wellies were the order of the day. The footpaths led to Sinton Green, with views of Abberley tower, Ankerdine Hill and an end-on view of the Malverns. Past WI House, the way led to Monkwood Nature Reserve where a great crested newt lay dead on the road. In the reserve the walkers were surprised to find a bearded collie on its lead, but wearing doggies galoshes! During the walk a pair of skylarks and swallows were seen. Chris Evans was thanked for leading the walk which took three hours and crossed many stiles. Refreshments were enjoyed at Hunter's Lodge on returning.

Another walk will be held on Friday, May 16 meeting at 10am at the Three Kings, Hanley Castle. The four mile walk will be led by David and Ginnie Russell (01905 831655).

On Sunday the service at St Peter's at 11am will focus on Pentecost and the beginning of Christian Aid week. At 6pm a talk by historian David Oliver will be held at the church and will look at the last 500 years of St Peter's. Tickets are £2.50 on the door and are in aid of the Friends of St Peter's.

Christian Aid week is held from May 11-17 and collectors will be visiting households. Please give generously. This year's focus is on education in Ghana and the provision of fresh, clean water to villagers in Bangladesh. A coffee morning will be held next Saturday, May 17 from 10am-noon at 33B Upton Road, Callow End. For details ring Frances Betts on 01905 830816. There will be cakes and plants for sale, plus a raffle in aid of Christian Aid. A service on May 11 will take place at St Mathias, Malvern Link at 6.30pm. All welcome.

Powick Parish Council holds its annual parish meeting on Thursday, May 22 at Callow End Village Hall at 7.30pm. Reports will be presented by the Parish Council, both Callow End and Powick Playing Fields Associations, Hospital Lane Playing Field and other organisations across the parish. District and County Councillors will also make comment. Every parishioner is invited to attend.

11:22am Wednesday 7th May 2008

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