Save the date! The team at St John’s have planned a great selection of events for this year’s Christian Aid Week. There’s something for everyone – and everyone is welcome.
10 – 17 May Community Showcase, 2 – 5pm daily
Exciting creative displays from church or community groups at St John’s, with refreshments and different activities or events each day. Plants will be on sale too, and all donations go to Christian Aid.
Events at St John’s:
10 May
- 2:15pm: Roy Chilton performance on double bass.
- 2:30pm, 3:15pm and 4:00pm: bell ringing talks and display.
- 2-5pm: church registers on display
11 May
2:15pm: story time for pre-schoolers
13 May
2:15pm: Story time for pre-schoolers
14 may
3pm: All Saints Concert Band (a small group)
17 may
- 3pm: Roy Chilton performance on double bass
- 2-5pm: church registers on display
29 May
Speaker Dick Griffin, ex Royal Protection Officer
7.30pm at St John’s.
Dick Griffin is a very amusing speaker and is well-recommended, especially for an older generation. There’ll be drinks and raffle (please bring cash for tickets). Pay by donation, a minimum of £5 on the night.
Events elsewhere in West Wickham for Christian Aid 2026
12 May
Film night – Belle, a 2013 period drama about the slave trade.
St Mary’s, the Avenue, BR4 0DX at 7:15pm
Pay by donation on the night. Refreshments available.
13 May
Board games evening at SJ’s for teenagers
23 May
Quiz night
St Mary’s, the Avenue, BR4 0DX, 6.30pm for 7pm start.
Pay by donation (minimum £5) on the night.
Bring your own drinks and snacks – some hot and cold drinks will be available. There’ll be a raffle too, so please bring cash for tickets.
Teams of 6 to 8, booking is advised. Book a table for your team or sign up and be allocated a team on the night. To book, contact Pam Rodger at pamelarodger@gmail.com
…and finally – you can also make a donation to Christian Aid via St John’s, or find out more about Christian Aid Week – and the difference it (and you) can make.
Coney Hall Village Residents' Association (CHVRA) 