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A free 24-hour dedicated helpline for older people across the UK has been launched by Esther Rantzen. ‘The Silver Line’ aims to combat loneliness in the over-65s by providing friendship, information and advice through calls to trained volunteers. Chairwoman Ms Rantzen said she hoped the phone line number, 0800 4 70 80 90, would be …
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Down at the village church there is a special charity coffee morning this coming Saturday 16th November, from 10am -12noon. It’s special because it is on behalf of Hospice Hope, the caring North West Leicestershire hospice which may well have touched the lives of someone we know. It could well touch our lives, too. It’s …
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Experienced bar staff required. Part time leading to full time. To work lunch times and evenings. More details on our Facebook page “Bull and Lion” Please address your C.V to Georgia Hunt: email: bullandlion@hotmail.co.uk Telephone 01530 587361 or send to Georgia at 48 High Street Packington Ashby de la Zouch LE65 1WH
Memphis to Vegas – Elvis Tribute Show – An evening of the King’s music – right here in Packington! Doors open 8pm, show starts at 8:30pm till late Adults only! Tickets to include Canapés, at £8 Please call Alisa Curtis 07954 782531 or Sharron Miller 07902 466611
The Parish Council are hoping to repeat the success of previous Bonfire Parties again this year. If you have any easily combustible wood such as old fence panels, pallets or old sheds please give Chris Miles a call on 01530 414378 to arrange getting them to the bonfire site. Volunteers are also needed to; a) …
Saturday 1st March 2014 at the Memorial Hall Packington Proceeds to be used for the village to provide a defibrillator Full English Breakfast, Lite Breakfast and Vegetarian Options For more info contact Mike Coke on 01530 560430 If you are able to assist with cooking (1 hour slot) please get in touch with Wesley@packington.net or …
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CALLING ALL FOODIES – We have a Food Group in the village which historically had ran events ranging from pasta making, producer visits, to cup cakes for children. If you are interesting in organising a food in the village make contact with Wesley@packington.net 01530 411337
Packington History Group present “Packington Observed” at the Memorial Hall 2pm until 4pm on Saturday 14th September. Admission is free. See our extensive records and photos of local events, carnivals, the village school and much more. You may recognise your relatives from the past! This is a unique opportunity to meet our local historians and …
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Did you see this beautiful rainbow over Packington on Saturday evening? Have you got a good photo of it? If so, why not share it over on our Facebook page? This one was taken by Packington resident Lisa Mayles.
The 24th Annual Open Gardens Day took place on August Bank Holiday Monday when the glorious weather helped to attract record numbers to the village. In all, over 600 people visited 12 gardens which ranged in size from a few square yards to several acres. The refreshment spots were kept busy with cream teas, cold …
The COPY Closing Date for the next issue is Wednesday 4th September for issue on the 18th. If your group meeting is just after the 4th, we may be able to hold a space for you. Please e-mail the editor or ring Natalie on 589453 to ask. Please send articles, reports on meetings, photos and “dates for …
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September is nearly here – last year’s milestone 70th Anniversary show was one to remember, and with this year’s far better summer, this year’s Packington Show looks like being even better. We strive to improve year on year. The Show is SO IMPORTANT to the whole Village and to all that have supported us for …
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This year’s Packington CC Fun Quiz Night will be held on Saturday 5th October at Packington Memorial Hall, 7-30pm for an 8-00pm start. Entry is for teams of 4 players, and the cost per team is £12 – yes that’s right, £3 per head for an evening’s entertainment, you can’t say fairer than that!! We …
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As well as the printed magazine and this website, the Packington Communications Group also has a social media presence on both Facebook and Twitter. Why not like our page on Facebook or follow us on Twitter? If you’ve already done that, why not share those links with your family and neighbours? Don’t forget that you …