Dear Friends,
As you know, it’s Forest Church this coming Sunday, 3pm at Huffley, by kind permission of Charlotte Shepherd. Charlotte will be lambing, and is very happy for us to watch! As we think about new life at Easter, it’s a wonderful experience to see that coming into the world. Do join us if you’d like to.
There are risks involved- we ask that on this occasion no dogs come along, and also nobody who is pregnant- this is because sheep can carry certain infections that can seriously harm unborn children. There are also emotional risks- whilst the lambing season is going well, we never know what might happen. I will brief everybody on arrival, and provide some breakout activities if we need to distract children, but it will also be down to you to manage the emotional and practical risks for those whom you care for.
As ever, we will begin with a welcome and prayer, before heading down to the lambing shed to watch the (possible!) action. After around 45 minutes, we will gather back for a short act of worship, followed by refreshments. Do wear outdoor clothes and wellies or sturdy shoes. Directions to Huffley are at the end of this email, and when you arrive, please park near the estate offices. There will be access to a toilet and sink, and we will provide warm drinks and a snack. On this occasion, we are on private land, so we’re very grateful for the privilege.
We look forward to seeing you!
With thanks and blessings,
Hannah x
Directions to Huffley
At the roundabout at the end of Ellesmere Road/ Huffley Lane, take the road towards Wem (A528).
Continue for less than a mile. Quite soon….
Immediately opposite the Albright Hussey Manor there is a turning into a lane on your left: turn left here.
Follow the lane down (watch out for the speed bump(s)!) and you come to a point (not very far) where the lane divides – fork LEFT here. (Usually the gate to the right is shut anyway.)
Go under a pylon, and carry on towards the farm.
As you come into where the farm buildings are, you’ll see a new 2 storey building to the right. This is the Huffley Estate Office- park near there.
