The Heritage Walk around Jesmond Old Cemetery on 7 May attracted 30 brave souls, despite the un-Spring-like weather! Attendees were rewarded at the end of the fascinating tour with tea, coffee and cheese scones. There are still places available on the next tour of Jesmond Old Cemetery, on Sunday 31 May at 11:00 am. To book a place, or for more information, contact friendsofjoc@gmail.com .
Today’s Open Day at Jesmond Community Orchard has been postponed, owing to the weather.
Please note that the Harpsichord Recital to be held at 1 pm on Friday 8 May will now take place at St Hilda’s Church, Thornleigh Road, not at St George’s.
The Friends of Jesmond Dene tell us that all the places available on their Dawn Chorus Walk on 9 May are now reserved.
For information on other FOJD activities email friends.of.jesmond.dene@gmail.com .
The Holy Trinity Church Walking Group enjoyed perfect weather, and report that they were lucky enough to see the Millennium Bridge opening. They also commented that four members of Saturday’s group had been attracted by Festival publicity – exactly what we want to hear! For information about future Holy Trinity Walks contact walks@ht.church .
The concert by Semitones, originally planned to take place at Wordsworth House on May 17, has had to be cancelled, but instead Semitones will be performing at Fleming Court, Burdon Terrace, on the same day.