Over 80,473 pages have been read on this site
since the launch in August 2001 (This last week saw an average per visit of 3.1 pages - average per day of 85 visits -
595 pages viewed). The site is being read regularly by surfers in Australia, New Zealand and America.
Open Garden Day
Sunday 29th June 2008 10.00am – 5.00pm WISBECH ST MARY are opening gardens in support of HEARING DOGS FOR
DEAF PEOPLE.
All participating gardens will display red, white and blue bunting. Some of them are selling plants,
home-made teas and produce.
There is also LIVE JAZZ AT CLEAR VIEW featuring the Chris Barber legendary clarinettist JOHN CROCKER
who will be performing with the JAZZMIN DIXIELAND BAND.
Tickets and programmes are available from RAY POPELEY’S STORE near the Post Office, or at participating gardens.
JUST £3 FOR THE WHOLE EXPERIENCE.
Click on the following link to view thumnail photographs of
the village. By click on a thumbnail, you are able to load the full photograph for a more detailed view.
New Vicar for Wisbech St Mary
The Bishop of Ely has announced that he will Institute and the Archdeacon of Huntingdon & Wisbech will Induct the
Reverend Matthew Laurence Bradbury as vicar at Wisbech St Mary and Guyhirn with Ring’s End, Gorefield
and Southea with Murrow and Parsons Drove on the 18th September 2008, 7.30pm, at
St Mary’s Church Wisbech St Mary.
Ever wondered what that bright star sitting above your home is called? Well, visit
the following link
Stars and Satellites , you will be amazed!
How does our MP vote in Parliament?
Click HERE to link to a site which gives very useful details relating to our Member of Parliament
(Mr Malcolm Moss). The site gives details of voting records, subjects of interest and methods of contacting Mr Moss.
PTFA Fireworks 2007
The November 2007
PTFA Fireworks Display at the village school raised £7,392 for PTFA funds. The event was judged to be a great success
with the November weather keeping fine. The Headteacher said that "once again many thanks to all those who helped and supported the event".
Village & Country Fayre
The first Wisbech St Mary Country Fayre to be held by the Playing Field and Village Hall
committees proved to be a great success. Many people attended the event on a warm
sunny day.
The newly extended and refurbished pavillion was opened by Mr Tony Godfrey and Mr John Parrin.
Photographs of the day are attached below.
DirectGov
Click on the orange logo to link directly to the Government's DirectGov web site. from this site, you
are able to get access to local authority web sites for such issues as Planning applications and for reporting
fly-tipping, abandoned cars etc.
Site Sponsorship
Wisbech St Mary web site is grateful to the Hudson Foundation
for sponsoring the costs of hosting during 2007.
Local Statistics
The attached link gives access to a government site listing useful
local statistics. Click HERE
The Saint of St Mary's
Saturday the 4th March saw the launch of local historian Brian Payne's new
book entitled " The Saint of St Mary's". Brian is pictuerd far left outside the
South Door to the parish church. The book relates the story of Canon
Mowbray Smith a much loved Fenland Priest and one time vicar of Wisbech St Mary.
Copies of Brian's book can be obtained by sending an e-mail after clicking
the following link - e-mail Brian Payne
The Curse of Fly Tipping
Fly Tipping is becoming an all too common event around the village lanes.
(the photograph to the right is but a typical example). It is all the more
surprising to see when you consider that Fenland District Council (FDC) provides
fee tipping at its site in Weasenham Lane. FDC has an e-mail address for reporting
tipping at - flytipping@fenland.gov.uk
or by telephoning 01354 654321.
Care & Repair
Care & Repair is an independent not for profit home improvement agency
supported by the Government, Breckland District Council, Fenland
District Council, the Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West
Norfolk, and a range of other organisations. They are currently seeking
to expand their profile in the Fenland area.
Care and Repair helps the following homeowners and private tenants:
older people - aged 60 years or over,
disabled people, and
people on means-tested benefits.
They are able to help by:
advising on repairing, improving and adapting homes,
helping to raise money for the work required,
helping with the completion of grant or loan applications,
obtaining quotes for the work from reliable contractors,
supervising building contracts,
checking you are getting all your state benefits,
giving general home energy efficiency advice, and
referring you to other organisations who may be able to help you.
Further details can be found by clicking the following link -
Care & Repair pdf
Poors Charity Education Grants
Thinking about going back to part time or full time Education. No age limit. If you
are living in the Parish of Wisbech St Mary. Grants available for Higher
Education to cover the cost of Books, Travel expenses or fees. Requests
are now being considered please apply as soon as possible.
Requests in writing to:- Mrs Carolyn Jobson, 30 Les Baux Place, Wisbech,
Cambs PE13 2SU
For more information about Poors Charity, click HERE
Parish Statistics
Click on these links to view some interesting statistics from
the 2001 national census. The health stats. for the villages of Wisbech
St Mary and Parson Drove combined are concerning.
For Health statistics, click HERE
For Population statistics, click HERE
Bee Orchid
The unusual Bee Orchid (Ophrys apifera) has been seen in flower on the
outskirts of the village this year. To see a photograph of the plant click
here
Looking for History Pages?
If you're looking for a wealth of pages by our local history expert
containing notes and stories about the history of the village and
surrounding Fens, click here. You will find
fascinating tales of life from the mid 19th C. to mid 20th C. Take your
time and visit our Church pages to see photos of life today in the village.
Welcome Return of Barn Owls
More Barn Owls have been seen flying in the Wisbech St Mary area than
of recent years. It is thought that this is due to farmers providing
additional set-aside fields (encouraging their natural prey) together
with the provision of nest boxes. The sheer thrill of seeing these
wonderful birds is magical
Village Tour
Take a virtual ride around the parish by clicking on the virtual ride
