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Tribute to Stanley Henry Smith (1932-2023)

As given by Peter Bray, son-in-law, at Henry’s funeral at the Church of St. Martin, Withcall, on 19 September 2023. It is my honour and privilege on this sad day to say a few words about an incredible man. However, before I make a start I would like to say thanks, on behalf of my […]

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Withcall Village Open Day Gallery

On Saturday 15th April, Withcall held an open day which was a huge success. Here’s a gallery of people enjoying our special village, courtesy of resident Maryline.

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St Martin’s Upcoming Events

The following events will be taking place in Withcall, centered on St Martin’s Church April 7th, 10 am – Stations of the cross a walk with readings from Home Farm to the Church and then tea and buns in the tea room. Start 10am in the farm yard. April 15th, 1 pm – 5 pm […]

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Village Open Day Announced

Withcall Village is delighted to announce an open day on April 15th, from 1pm to 5pm. Visitors will be treated to a range of events including Spitfire display (weather permitting) Juke Box Spring Garden at Number 27 Orchard Walk at Withcall House St Martin’s Church Open with copy of Last Supper, painted by renowned local […]

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July 1949 – Withcall In The News

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Wreath Making a Huge Success

On December 4th, a group of Withcall ladies led by Fiona Bottrill engaged in wreath making at Smith’s farm. As well as the festive decorations, there were mince pies, stollen, fresh gingerbread, cake and hot chocolate. In excess of £60 was raised for the church, and there are already plans to do the same again […]

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Carol Service 11th December

A carol service is planned at the church on December 11th at 3pm Please come along and bring family and friends; everyone is welcome.

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Events Coming Soon

Local events, including talks at the church by speakers and village open days, will appear here in due course. September 4 at 6.30 pm in St Martin’s Church Peter Bray, a former detective inspector in Lincoln, is to give a talk on “Surprising Crimes in the Louth/Lincoln area”. No entrance fee – but there’ll be […]

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Withcall’s History – From Roman Times to Today

Richard Lance Keeble Withcall is a Lincolnshire Wolds village situated in a secluded valley five miles south west of Louth and fifteen miles from the sea. The surrounding hills rise to 550ft and, at nearby Normandby le Wold, are the highest land on the east coast north of Dover and up to Yorkshire. The Wolds […]

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Journalists and the Secret State

The links between journalists and British intelligence services is to be the subject of a talk by Richard Lance Keeble, at St Martin’s Church, Church Lane, Withcall, on Sunday June 19, starting at 7 pm. Keeble, Professor of Journalism at the University of Lincoln, will examine the elements that make up the democratic state and […]