Hi all wine lovers! We are holding for the 2nd year running a spectacular wine and cheese evening led by Mark Bedford, Director of Caviste Wines at both Newlyns Farm and at Overton, He will take us through a mini wine tour of Italy including Piedmont, Veneto, Puglia and Sardinia and, of course ... Read more
Beech Gardeners 2020 Programme
Following a feature packed and successful 2019, Beech Gardeners have announced their programme for 2020. With something for everyone, including the Annual Show in September, new members are always welcome and should contact Kathy (549401) or Sheila (88924) for further information. BEECH GARDENERS ... Read more
BVH Chair’s Report, AGM 2019
The Hall as a Social Centre The Hall has successfully continued to play host to the many Clubs and Classes who use the Hall regularly, also as a wedding venue, and for parties and celebrations – both for the Village run by the Social Committee, and for private events. Coordinated by Peter ... Read more
Christmas News from St Peter’s
Hi, I would like to introduce myself to those of you who don’t know me. My name is Lynn and until recently I have worked as the chaplain at Treloar School and College. Since retiring, my focus, as a priest, has been based at St Peter’s and it has been a joy to be there over the Christmas ... Read more
Beech Gardeners Winter 2019/20
Our winter program was kick started by Ray Broughton with a talk on Plants for Year-Round Interest. We had a very enjoyable evening amongst friends as Ray has been a judge for our Show every year and we were joined by a former student of his and members of Herriad Gardening Club. He was a little ... Read more
Epiphany Concert at Alton Abbey Friday 10th January 7.30
Winchester Consort was established to enable singers to work with guest musical directors and composers in performing both contemporary works and established choral repertoire. The choir of invited, experienced choral singers also aims to raise charitable funds and to provide ... Read more
St. Peter’s Church, Christmas 2019 Services
Christmas Services in December, the Parish of the Resurrection, Alton, St Peter's Beech. Carol Service Sunday 22nd, 4:00pm. Please come and get ready for Christmas. Carol Service for all the Family with Mulled Wine, Mince Pies and Christmas Biscuits to follow. ... Read more
Strictly the Christmas Party! Saturday 14th December
Many thanks to our very own Beech-based dance instructor Paul O’Brien, who provided a rapid salsa lesson to party-goers at our ‘Strictly’- themed Christmas knees-up on 12th December. The trophy was won by Rosemary and Nick Ward, who proved the fastest learners and showed off some great footwork! The ... Read more
CHRISTMAS GIFT FAIR Sunday 24th November 10-2
Come along and get your Christmas shopping started! Wide range of imaginative and original gifts from local traders on sale: Huge variety of artworks by local artists Clothing Christmas puddings Christmas cards, wrap and decorations Beautiful jewellery Ceramics Aloe Vera products Wood ... Read more
Beech Neighbourhood Watch 2019 Coordinator Meeting
Colin Britchford chaired the October meeting of Beech Neighbourhood Watch. Participants included Beech Parish Council chair, our local Police Community Support Officer (PCSO), Hampshire Neighbour Watch Coordinator, and Beech village area coordinators . Full minutes of the meeting are published as ... Read more