Village Fair Proceeds Allocation

The Blackheath Village Society are pleased to report that the net proceeds from this year's fair held on the May Day Bank Holiday amounts to £7,600.00.

We have already allocated the following donations to these local charities and organisations from the net proceeds:

St Augustine’s Abbey £500

Wonersh and Shamley Green School £500

Wonersh Scouts £100

The Cricket Club £500

The Village Hall £500

St Martin's Church £200

A separate BVS Finance Committee has been established to receive presentations for the submission for projects that will benefit the local community.

Upcoming Events at St Augustine’s Abbey, Blackheath

News Bulletin item

The Benedictine monastery of St Augustine’s Abbey, Chilworth near Guildford is hosting a rich series of public events this autumn blending faith, wisdom and the arts.

On the morning of Saturday 6 September 2025, a six month reflective series begins on The Spirit of Indigenous Wisdom, exploring Aboriginal and Christian insights through story, silence and nature. On the morning of Saturday 13 September 2025, Benedictine monk Fr John Seddon OSB starts his monthly presentation of Bishop Robert Barron’s series The Mystery of God, tackling atheism, the paths to God and The Trinity.

And on the evening of Thursday 25 September 2025, the Abbey hosts Mysteries of the Metaphysicals, an evening of sacred poetry, music and reflection.

All are welcome. Ticket prices are £10 per person per session. Attend as many as you like. Advance booking essential. All proceeds support the monastery - thank you.

Details and bookings at: http://www.chilworthbenedictines.com

St Augustine's Abbey, Sample Oak Lane, Chilworth, Guildford, Surrey GU4 8QR - a living Roman

Catholic Benedictine monastery open to the public:

Daily Mass 9am, Sunday Mass 10am, Daily Divine Office seven times daily often in Gregorian Chant 

Raffle Prize Flight Completed !

Once again the Blackheath May Fair had wonderful Raffle prizes kindly donated by local residents and businesses. Having bought two books of Raffle tickets Laura was delighted to win first prize which was a private flight donated, and flown by Paul Brodie.

We flew to the Isle of Wight for lunch taking in the coastline and Surrey and Sussex views. It was an amazing and very memorable experience, thank you Paul and good luck to everyone in next years Raffle