Restored Clock Face Returns to the Tower
Follow the restoration journey of the clock as the newly restored clock face is returned back to its home on the tower at St John’s
April 17, 2024
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Jean Wemyss-Gorman Life at the Vicarage and connections to Hatherleigh
Jean Wemyss-Gorman recounts memories of her grandfather, a vicar in Hatherleigh, describing the vicarage’s warm, loving environment despite financial hardships. Her mother Ruth’s missionary work in China and homesickness for Hatherleigh are also highlighted, emphasising strong community ties.
April 8, 2024
Monica Jones on the Life and Times of Rev. Cradock Glascott
Monica Jones recounts Rev. Cradock Glascott’s life, detailing his evangelical work, adversities faced, and his significant contributions to Hatherleigh, including establishing the first Sunday school and a local branch of the Bible Society.
March 26, 2024
Martin Hartnett Interview on Prominent Monuments in the Churchyard at St Johns Church Hatherleigh
Martin Hartnett discusses prominent Hatherleigh Churchyard monuments, highlighting notable families like the Veals, Morrises, Gascoignes, and Lang-Oldhams, their historical significance, and contributions, including military achievements, local governance, and educational advancements.
March 26, 2024
Funeral Directors Chris Lock & Kate Slugget on the Changing Nature of Funerals at St John’s
Chris Lock and Kate Slugget discuss evolving funeral practices at St John’s, noting changes in traditions the impact of the COVID pandemic, personalised services, and modern trends reflecting broader societal shifts in how funerals are conducted and commemorated.
March 24, 2024
Isabella Whitworth on the bells at St John’s Church
Isabella Whitworth recounts her research into the history of the bells at St John’s, the recent project to restore and reframe the bells and the fund raising concert featuring Sir Michael Morpurgo.
March 22, 2024
Joanna Pullin on the Churchyard as an Ecological Environment
Jo Pullin discusses her passion for wildlife and the transformation of St John’s churchyard into a vibrant ecological space. She highlights the benefits of wildflower management, community involvement, and the increasing awareness of environmental conservation.
March 20, 2024
Martin Hartnett Interview on History of Hatherleigh Churchyard and its Residents
Martin Hartnett explores the history of Hatherleigh Churchyard, detailing its expansion, notable monuments, and residents, including tragic and significant figures like Ida Mary Breton and John Locke, and various historical inscriptions and stories.
March 18, 2024
Monica Jones on Thomas Roberts the School Master with Wooden Hands
Monica Jones recounts the life of Thomas Roberts, a headmaster with wooden hands, who overcame wartime injuries to establish a renowned school in Hatherleigh. His contributions included educating up to 1800 boys and engaging actively in parish affairs.
March 14, 2024
Restoring the Heartbeat of Hatherleigh
The last quarter of 2023 saw a whirlwind of activity as the Hatherleigh Bell Ringers embarked on their work to prepare the town’s iconic bells for restoration. Read our full article including pictures and video of the important historic events as they happened.
February 2, 2024