Medieval Barrow Push and Fete 2023

for 3 hours, 30 mins
St Sampson's, South Hill
South Hill Callington, PL17 7LP, United Kingdom
Back by popular demand.
Decorate a wheelbarrow and join the procession from Callington to St Sampson’s Church as we recreate the route walked by the medieval parishioners of Callington to their mother church at South Hill. Enter the competition for best decorated barrow, wave the dignitaries off from St Mary’s Callington, dress up, or not, or just join in the fun of the procession, followed by a traditional fete at the churchyard. Something for everyone. Watch for further details coming here and on our Facebook page.
You can register on the day or via Eventbrite - registering via Eventbrite will help us plan for numbers.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/st-sampsons-medieval-barrow-push-and-summer-fair-tickets-616584509867

Click on more info below, to go direct to the booking form.
More info

St Sampson's, South Hill

Welcome

Welcome to the parish church of South Hill: St Sampson, in the Diocese of Truro and county of Cornwall, England.

We meet in our beautiful small medieval church, St Sampson's, and services are held every Sunday.  Do come and join us.

The church is always open during daylight hours. If you require prayer please contact [email protected] 

Details of live streamed services and other ways to worship are on our main website callington.churchinsight.com or on the Church of England website https://www.churchofengland.org

To contact the Churchwardens by phone: Judith Ayers 01579384617

If you are concerned about Covid

Hand sanitizer is available when entering.  Feel free to wear a mask if you wish.  Some of our congregation continue to do so.  There are chairs at the back of the church which are set aside for those who prefer to be socially distanced during services, or the South aisle is less crowded.  If you would like further information or have any concerns about attending a service, please speak to one of the churchwardens or email Miranda Lawrance-Owen [email protected]

Weddings, Funerals, Baptisms

To get in touch to arrange a wedding, funeral or baptism, please contact our Cluster Administrator, Rebecca Giles [email protected]

Safeguarding Statement

The parish of South Hill is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. Our current PSO is Miranda Lawrance-Owen 07595878867.  The Diocese of Truro’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services."

gallery image gallery image gallery image gallery image gallery image gallery image gallery image

Get in touch

Rev Andy Atkins

01822 762335
Judith Ayers, Churchwarden
01579384617

Our website

What's on

Medieval Barrow Push and Fete 2023

for 3 hours, 30 mins
St Sampson's, South Hill
South Hill Callington, PL17 7LP, United Kingdom

Back by popular demand.
Decorate a wheelbarrow and join the procession from Callington to St Sampson’s Church as we recreate the route walked by the medieval parishioners of Callington to their mother church at South Hill. Enter the competition for best decorated barrow, wave the dignitaries off from St Mary’s Callington, dress up, or not, or just join in the fun of the procession, followed by a traditional fete at the churchyard. Something for everyone. Watch for further details coming here and on our Facebook page.
You can register on the day or via Eventbrite - registering via Eventbrite will help us plan for numbers.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/st-sampsons-medieval-barrow-push-and-summer-fair-tickets-616584509867

Click on more info below, to go direct to the booking form.

More info

Everyday faith

Discover how we can support you to find and follow God in your everyday life.

Find out more

Safeguarding

"Our parish of South Hill is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese of Truro’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor Andy Earl, Head of Safeguarding - Diocesan Safeguarding Officer, 01872 274351. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services."