Book news, reviews and reading highlights. All books mentioned in this blog have been read and carefully curated by Bookmark. News In the year ahead, we can look forward to new writing from Ali Smith, Marlon James, Elena Ferrante and the follow up to the 2020 Booker Prize winning Shuggie Read more…
Remembrance Day Exhibition in aid of St Mary’s Church Blog by Sue Clark The Poppy Project We are happy to say that we are driving forward with the project to make as many poppies as possible for the Remembrance Day Exhibition (The Poppy Project). The plan is to have a Read more…
The Bees (2015) by Laline Paull Shortlisted for the Baileys Women’s Prize for Fiction 2015 Longlisted for the Desmond Elliott Prize for New Fiction 2015 Description Enter a whole new world, in this thrilling debut novel set entirely within a beehive. Born into the lowest class of her society, Flora 717 Read more…
You don’t need expensive camera equipment to enter. Previous finalists have used phone cameras to exceptional effect. For eligibility criteria and how to enter, click here. Be as creative as you like with your interpretation of the theme, but all entries must meet the broad remit of the theme. This Read more…
The theme: Ring out the old, ring in the new Winner: Alastair McKee Runners-up: Lee Jane Hawkes, Mike Clark, Paul Hawkes The judge’s comments This month, our photographers were inspired by the stunning skies over Burton as well as a perennial sight to be found across the Cotswolds, that of Read more…
Dear Readers, Welcome to the thirteenth edition of the new look Bugle newsletter. A big thank you to everyone who has contributed to the content. To view the Bugle Click here The editorial team would welcome and feedback, any comments please to Bugle@burtonvillage.org.uk Regards Chris On behalf of the editorial team
Dear Lottery Club members, The seventy ninth draw of the 100 Club Lottery took place on the 24th Dec 2021. The draw was made by Lynn Coombs who was visiting family in the village 1st prize (£50) was won by Richard & Millie Riddell 2nd prize ((£35) was won Read more…
Dear Child (2020) by Romy Haussmann (transl. Jamie Bulloch) YOU ESCAPED. BUT HE WILL NEVER LET YOU GO. DESCRIPTION A windowless shack in the woods. Lena’s life and that of her two children follows the rules set by their captor, the father: meals, bathroom visits, study time are strictly scheduled Read more…
As a community website, we aim to deliver content of interest to the people of Burton. This can only be achieved when residents take an active role in the website. This blog discusses how you can get involved. Content What would you like to see on the website? Read more…
If you are registered with Jubilee Field surgery, the Yatton Keynell Facebook group has posted a message to say those eligible for the COVID Booster vaccination can book for appointments this Friday and next Tuesday/Wednesday. For further information and to contact the surgery: Jubilee Field Surgery