Zoë Perkins delighted the audience and her family and friends by delivering spectacular performances at the recent Brass Final of the Young Musician of the Year 2016 competition. Click on the video below to see Zoë on BBC TV. In an interview for the Spaldwick website, Zoë said, “I found the overall experience very exciting [Continue Reading]
Spaldwick Santa Says Happy Christmas
The streets of Spaldwick were once again crowded to greet the arrival of Santa to Spaldwick, with a record-breaking distribution of presents to homes across the village. 80 presents in total were presented! The photos taken by Mark Heath show the amazed faces of children receiving their gifts. You can view and download (in high [Continue Reading]
Zoë’s Trumpet Triumph at BBC Young Musician 2016
Spaldwick’s young musician Zoë Perkins continues to excel at the trumpet, obtaining a prized place at the televised Brass Final of the BBC Young Musician 2016 competition! Zoë, 17, has enjoyed an incredible past few months, following our previous coverage. She has become Principal Trumpet in the 2016 National Youth Orchestra, and has received offers [Continue Reading]
Christmas Gets Off to a Great Start
Christmas in Spaldwick got off to a great start in Spaldwick, with the visit of Santa yesterday. All the photos and a full description of the event will be published here on the Spaldwick website on Christmas Eve. You’ll also be able to download the photos in full resolution. Just a reminder of other Christmas [Continue Reading]
Santa Visits Spaldwick on Sunday 20th December 2015 from 4pm
We’ve just had a message from Santa delivered by superfast broadband, and we’re delighted to announce that he will be visiting Spaldwick on Sunday 20th December 2015, starting at 4pm just outside Spaldwick School. Please come along and give him your support! Once Santa has travelled around Spaldwick in his sleigh distributing presents, you are [Continue Reading]
Ivy House History Written by Stuart Dixon
Local history enthusiast Stuart Dixon has been continuing to beaver away unearthing the historical secrets of Spaldwick. This week, Stuart brings you the interesting history of Ivy House, situated in High Street, Spaldwick. Stuart says, “Ivy House is the oldest continually habited house in Spaldwick and has a fascinating history.” He continues, “There are connections [Continue Reading]
Molly Hall Takes Prestigious Place at the English National Ballet School
Congratulations to Spaldwick ballet dancer Molly Hall, who takes her prestigious place at the English National Ballet School tomorrow. Molly, 16, from Church Lane is one of only 13 girls who will be entering the school this year. Competition for places is extremely intense, with 10 dancers applying for each coveted place. The English National [Continue Reading]
Spaldwick Musician Zoë Perkins Wows at the Royal Albert Hall
New! Read our latest article: Zoë’s Trumpet Triumph at BBC Young Musician 2016 Spaldwick musician Zoë Perkins wowed crowds at the Royal Albert Hall on the 8th August, when she performed as part of the National Youth Orchestra. Zoë, 17, from Burton Way, played the trumpet in a performance of Mahler’s Ninth Symphony, which was broadcast [Continue Reading]
Stuart Dixon Publishes History of Manor Farm
Spaldwick resident and local history enthusiast Stuart Dixon has produced a document on the history of Manor Farm in the village to coincide with its restoration. We will be bringing the latest photos of its restoration shortly! You can view the document (in PDF format) by clicking on the image below, or the following link: Manor [Continue Reading]