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28-30 Belle Vue Terrace
Malvern
Worcestershire
WR14 4PZ

E: townclerk@malvern-tc.org.uk
T: 01684 566667
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 CHAIRMAN'S SPRING CHARITY CONCERT

THE MOUNT PLEASANT HOTEL, 4TH MARCH 2010

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Looking forward to better weather after the cold and snowy winter months? Malvern Town Council invites you to come along and celebrate the arrival of Spring by supporting The Chairman's Spring Charity Concert in aid of Guide Dogs for the Blind.

 

Make a new start this Spring by supporting this worthwhile cause, whilst enjoying an evening of dance and music performances by talented young people from The Chase High School, Dyson Perrins School, Malvern Area Music Centre and Dance in Motion.

 

The Mount Pleasant Hotel in Great Malvern have kindly sponsored a room for the evening.  The concert begins from 6.30pm. Tickets: Adults £12.00 and Children £5.00.

 

Other Sponsors Morrisons

   

For purchase of tickets and queries please contact Lyndsey Davies at MTC on tel: 01684 566 667 or email: ldavies@malvern-tc.org.uk

 

 

CHRISTMAS LIGHT SWITCH ON

 

 

The public enjoying the snow as the Christmas Lights came on.

 

 

 

Chairman of Malvern Town Council Paul Tuthill

with Amy Thompson from Channel Five's Milkshake

 

 The Christmas Light Switch On this year took place on Saturday 28th November 2009 and the afternoon activities were well attended. 

It is estimated that over 7000 people attended the event.

Amy Thompson from Channel Five's Milkshake switched on the lights this year with Daisy the Cow and the Chairman of Malvern Town Council Councillor Paul Tuthill.

 

 

 

REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY

8TH NOVEMBER 2009

 

Chairman of Malvern Town Council Councillor Paul Tuthill laying a Wreath at the War Memorial

 

   Remembrance Sunday this year was marked at the War Memorial, Graham Road with a Ceremony and a Parade up to the Priory.  The afternoon was well attended both at the War Memorial and at The Priory. 

 

 

   HUSBAND & WIFE TEAM RAN

FOR GUIDE DOGS FOR THE BLIND ON

25TH OCTOBER 2009

 

 

Linda & Jonathan at the end of their run in Portsmouth 

 

Linda Blake - Deputy Town Clerk and her Husband Jonathan Blake ran the Great South run on 25th October 2009 in aid of Guide Dogs for the Blind.  So far they have raised over £575.00.  They would like to thank all those that sponsored and supported them in the lead up to the run.

 

 MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNING

25TH SEPTEMBER 2009

 

Vice Chairman, Councillor Hickling with a friend on the left and her daughter on the right.

 

Macmillan Coffee Morning on Friday  25th September 2009 at The Chapel in Great Malvern Cemetery was hosted by Vice Chairman Councillor Hickling.  The morning was a huge success and was attended by over 40 people, the morning raised £363.40.

 

MALVERN GOT GOLD AWARD IN THE

LARGE TOWN CATEGORY IN

THE HEART OF ENGLAND IN BLOOM COMPETITION

 

From Left to Right, Councillor Mike Selby, Chairman Councillor Paul Tuthill, Chairman of Malvern in Bloom Councillor John Jordan, Committee Member David Franks and Town Clerk Richard Chapman

 

Malvern received a Gold Award in the Large Town category, the announcement was made at the award ceremony in Pershore Abbey on 3rd September 2009.  Thank you to all those who helped and made Malvern in Bloom such a successful day despite the rainy weather.  The judges commented and enthused on the community spirit of Malvern. 

 

Thank you again to the people of Malvern for welcoming and waving to the judges on the day.

 

 

  THE CHAIRMANS CHARITY SUMMER CONCERT

RAISES £1400 FOR GUIDE DOGS FOR THE BLIND

 

 

Chairman, Councillor Paul Tuthill with India and Guide Dogs for the Blind Charity at the Bank Holiday Concert 

 

 The Chairman's Charity Concert on Bank Holiday Monday raised £1400 for Guide Dogs for the Blind. Despite a cloudy afternoon in Priory Park, Malvern, it is estimated that over 600 people turned out to enjoy an afternoon of music and entertainment. Malvern Town Council would like to thank all those who attended, performed and supported this event in aid of the Chairman's Charity - Guide Dogs for the Blind.

 

The public enjoying the music and waving their flags to Malvern Hills District Brass Band

 

 

Councillor Paul Tuthill who attended with 'India' the guide dog he and his family are currently homing said he was extremely pleased with how successful the event had been.

 

JAMAICA CRESCENT OFFICIAL OPENING  

21ST AUGUST 2009, 2.00pm

  Chairman of Malvern Town Council, Councillor Paul Tuthill officially opened Jamaica Crescent Play Area on 21st August 2009 which PlayWorld systems have refurbished.  The afternoon was well attended.

 

Chairman, Councillor Paul Tuthill and Councillor Ian Hopwood officially opening Jamaica Crescent Play Area

 

 MALVERN IN BLOOM

PRIZE GIVING PRESENTATION- 14TH JULY 2009

The prize giving presentation for traders, residents and allotment holders took place on 14th July 2009 in Malvern Town Council Offices Chamber Room.   Malvern Town Council would like to thank the following sponsors for donating prizes to the local competition, Waitrose, Pepper & Oz, Belle Vue Deli, Robin Elts, Guarlford Grange Nurseries and Guarlford Grange B&B. The results are as follows:

Traders

Licensed Premises             

1st Place Mount Pleasant Hotel

2nd Place Priors Croft

Smaller Business

1st Place Cridlan & Walker

2nd Place Post Office

Large Commercial

1st Place MSM/DRH Ltd

 

  Philip Ironside - Creative Spaces with 

Chairman, Councillor Paul Tuthill

Residents

Joint 1st Mr Straine & Mr Groves

2nd Place Mrs Mills

 

Allotment

Madresfield Allotment

Joint 1st Mr Willoughby& Mrs Shiner

Goodwood Allotment

Overall Best Allotment Mrs Goodwin

2nd Place Mr Button

  

Kaliiste, 1st place in the Window Competition for Great Malvern

1st place Creative Spaces for Malvern Link

1st place Just So for Barnards Green

 

JUDGING DAY - 7TH JULY 2009

 

On the 7th July, The Heart of England in Bloom judges came to Malvern, despite the changeable weather, the day ran very smoothly and the judges commented highly on the town's community spirit and how welcoming everyone was.  The result will be announced on 3rd September 2009, fingers crossed for the Gold Award in the Large Town Category.

The Heart of England in Bloom Judges with Councillor Jordan, Chairman of the Bloom Committe and Vice Chairman of the Bloom Committee David Franks.

 

Councillor Jordan, Chairman of the Bloom Committee withThe Heart of England Judges on Belle Vue Island, Great Malvern.

 

 MALVERN IN BLOOM

LOCAL COMPETITIONS

 

On Friday 3rd July 2009, local judges Vice Chairman David Franks and Bloom Committee member Barrie Dickinson judged the local Residents and Floral Displays of the Traders, whilst the Chairman of Malvern Town Council, Councillor Paul Tuthill and Chairman of the Bloom Committee, Councillor John Jordan judged the Traders Window Competition.  All the judges were impressed with the time effort everyone made in making Malvern look beautiful.  The prize giving presentation is scheduled for 14th July 2009.

 

Malvern Town Council have been extremely lucky in the prize donations this year made by Waitrose, Pepper & Oz, Belle Vue Deli, Robin Elts Shoes, Guarlford Grange Farm Nurseries and Grange Farm B&B.

 

BANDS IN THE PARK

SUNDAY 28TH JUNE 2009

SPONSORED BY CIVIC SOCIETY

Bands in the Park, Sunday 28th June 2009 was a very special occassion as the Civic Society were celebrating their anniversay and also the Chairman's charity Guide Dogs for the Blind were present and raised £266.35.  The afternoon saw in over 500 people in Priory Park.  Malvern Chase Brass Band were superb and hope the Sundays to come are as successful as this one.

Chairman, Councillor Paul Tuthill with Guide Dogs for the Blind Association

 

 

Malvern Chase Brass Band, 

Sponsored by The Civic Society

 Sunday 28th June 2009

 

 

     VICTORIA PARK

 OFFICIAL OPENING

 Vice Chairman, Councillor Hickling officially opened Victoria Park Play Area on Thursday 28th May 2009, the play area was designed and constructed by Playworld systems who also kindly provided the refreshments for the afternoon.  The opening was well attended with over 200 children enjoying the new play area.

Councillor Hickling officially opening Victoria Park

 

Councillor Hickling with her Grand Children at the Official Opening of Victoria Park

 

 

 MALVERN TOWN COUNCIL WELCOMES

  A NEW CHAIRMAN

Malvern Town Council welcomed a new Chairman, Councillor Paul Tuthill as of last week.  The Chairman has chosen Guide Dogs for his charity and Herbie which is in training currently with Councillor Tuthill will be at Bands in the Park on Sunday 31st May 2009 who with the Chairman will introduce the Lydbrook Band.

 

  

Chairman, Councillor Paul Tuthill with Herbie

 

 

  BANDS IN PRIORY PARK              

24TH MAY - 13TH SEPTEMBER 2009

 

Bands in Priory Park is nearly upon us again, takes place every Sunday from

24th May - 13th September 2009 from 2.30 - 4.30 pm. 

This year's line up is:

  • May 24th - Malvern Hills District Brass Band
  • May 31st - Lydbrook Brass Band - by popular request the Lydbrook band are performing a special Elgar Concert.

 

  • 7th Jun - Winchcombe Concert Brass
  • 14th Jun - Stourport On Severn Brass Band
  • 21st Jun - Cinderford Band
  • 28th Jun - Malvern Chase Brass Band - Sponsored by Malvern Civic Society

 

  • 5th July - Malvern Silver Band
  • 12th July - Band of Gloucestershire Constabulary
  • 19th July - Worcester Concert Brass
  • 26th July - Avonbank Brass Band

 

  • 2nd Aug - Sauce City Jazzmen
  • 9th Aug - Celebration Reed & Brass B
  • 16th Aug - Alcester Victoria  Silver Band
  • 23rd Aug- Forest of Dean
  • 30th Aug- Tewksbury Town Band

 

  • 6th Sept - Bell Inn Brass Band
  • 13th Sept - Lancashire Fusiliers Brass Band

 

 For further information please contact Lyndsey Davies MTC, tel: 01684 566 667 or email: ldavies@malvern-tc.org.uk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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