It’s been busy in the churchyard at St Martin’s this year. As well as the work of our volunteer gardeners, who have transformed the flowerbeds, Scott and the team taking on Bill’s mantle in maintaining the churchyard and the efforts of our EcoChurch team in monitoring and developing the area as a habitat for nature, the regular work of caring for the graves and memorials and offering support to the bereaved has continued. We are hoping to celebrate this work on the 21st September. If you visit family or friends in our churchyard, would like help to locate a particular grave or would like to learn more about the natural environment of the area, please come along.
Church Graveyard UpdateWe are currently undergoing a process of change at St. Martin's, as our gardener had to retire suddenly. He did a wonderful job, and kept the graveyard and grounds looking immaculate for many years. We were very fortunate to have him, as many graveyards are not maintained to such a high standard.Our new gardener has started, and is doing a great job at catching up with the mowing and strimming, section by section. This, however, will take a while, as the graveyard is vast.Please be patient with us.Some people have chosen to strim/mow their relatives graves in the meantime, which you are very welcome to do. We are also very grateful to receive donations towards the upkeep of the grounds.The area near the front of the church has been intentionally left unmowed over the summer to encourage insects and wildlife, but will be cut in the coming weeks.Once again, we ask for your patience and understanding in this matter.