SCA was delighted to host the second Sedgefield Sounds, and what a special evening it was! The event showcased a brilliant mix of talented local groups and singers, with something for everyone to enjoy.

We were thrilled to welcome a brand-new band, The HT Club, making their debut. Younger performers also impressed the audience with a mix of covers and fantastic original songs. Huge thanks to The HT Club, Whisky & Wine, Nest, Rosie Hinton, Evie Legender, Lol & Maxine, Rob & Steve, Joe Whitehill, and the Holkey Folkies, who closed the show in style.

It was a wonderfully eclectic evening, with proceeds from ticket sales and the raffle supporting SCA funds. A special thank you also goes to Richard, who expertly managed the sound system throughout the night.

Springtime Community Events – Save the Date!
Monday 6 April - Easter Picnic and Easter Egg Hunt - 2pm to 4pm – Free Event
A family favourite! Children under 12 can join the egg hunt on the lawns, with chocolate and sweet prizes to be won. There will be decorated eggs and Easter bonnet competitions, with prizes for all ages. Families are welcome to bring their own picnic and the bar will open from 1.30 pm to 4 pm.

SCA Spring Quiz Night – Saturday 25th April – 7.00 pm for 7.30 pm
Your £10 ticket includes a classic pie-and-peas supper. Quizmaster Peter Hinde will lead the evening. Tickets are available from behind the bar or from Pat, Sarah or Peter. Teams of up to six. The SCA quiz is always popular, so don’t be disappointed!

Mediaeval Fayre - Saturday 16 May - 10am to 4pm - Village Green and Ceddesfeld Hall and Lawns
The day begins with the children’s walking parade from Burton Mews to the performance arena. This year we’re expecting Dancing Dinosaurs, with Roary the Dino bringing some stomping fun to the celebrations!

SCA will have two tombola stalls (bottles and gifts) while around the green there will be new and varied craft, gift and food stalls as well as the traditional fun fair. Throughout the day, the packed programme includes knights who will demonstrate their combat skills, local groups doing battle in the tug of war and a fantastic falconry display – not to be missed!

Ceddesfeld Hall lawns will feature Walworth Birds of Prey, True North Trades tool making, face painting, Marko’s circus skills, living history re-enactors, a Bucking Bronco, and more entertainment for all ages.Hot and cold refreshments will be available all day, and the bar will be open.

Volunteers Essential!
SCA relies on the incredible support of local people, groups and businesses to make major events like the Mediaeval Fayre possible. Any help — big or small — makes a real difference. Any financial sponsorship and support from local firms and businesses along with donations towards the SCA Tombola Stall, will be very well received. Practical help from volunteers with setting up, taking down, manning stalls, running activities etc, is very necessary, so please do get in touch if you can offer any support and help with the events.

We were delighted to welcome so many visitors to our monthly meeting, including several new faces who came to hear Sharon Brown speak about her work supporting pupils and a school in the Nakuru district of Kenya.

Sharon spends much of her time fundraising in the UK before travelling to Kenya each summer, ensuring every penny raised goes directly to supporting the children and wider community. Her efforts help provide clothing, shoes, lunches, educational equipment, school buildings, medical support for children and mothers, and countless small acts that make daily life a little easier. Many members chatted with Sharon afterwards, and we know the donations offered on the day will be put to excellent use.

Homes and Gardens Group
Members had a wonderful visit to Howick Hall, near Craster, for the Snowdrop Festival. Although we left Sedgefield in the rain, the skies soon brightened.

After a tasty lunch in the excellent tearoom, members explored the Visitor Centre and admired the beautifully embroidered kneelers in the church before tackling the very muddy Snowdrop Walk. The day ended with hot tea and superb cake—an outing everyone agreed was thoroughly enjoyable.

Lunch Club Twenty members enjoyed a delicious meal at The Pickled Parson this month. We chose to stay local over the winter, and the warm service and lovely food made it a great choice. This month we’ll be visiting Julia and Sofia’s.

Craft Group A small group met to begin our Easter project, creating decoupaged polystyrene eggs with seasonal designs. When finished, we hope they’ll look just like delicate porcelain decorations.

Looking Ahead
Our next meeting will be held at 2pm on Friday 6 March in the Parish Hall and will feature Denis Fox presenting Beyond the Call of Duty – Heroes of the North East. Denis joined us last year and his talk was so well-received that we invited him back.

We’d love you to join us as we hear more of his inspiring stories.