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Hospitality
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Christchurch Eltham, a thriving
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Roman Catholic parish,
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engages its community role.
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Monty Club, Moth- ority and Quiz Nights (future dates
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and the Christchurch events which have already taken
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Women’s Association place and made a considerable
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the signifi cance of ests and expertise.
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Christchurch Priory at 229 Eltham The Parish hall is open to the
High Street? It now has the community of Eltham and is used
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distinction of being the provincial by the Eltham Society, Weight
home of one of the oldest reli- Watchers, Line Dancers, Jazz Dance,
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of the Lateran, founded in the is available for application by pro-
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11th Century and following the spective activity organisers.
Rule of St Augustine. The hall is also the centre for the
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The Priory is a Grade II listed very successful musicals produced

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building with interior features by Michael Lobo, our Musical Di-
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denoting its 17th Century ori- rector and his very able team. This contribution. When completed it is
gins and an extensive garden to group is composed of enthusiastic hoped that the hall will be of great
the rear, bounded by an ancient talented young people of various benefi t to the whole community
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wall. The wide lawns and arbours ages from the parish and the local of Eltham. Meanwhile the Canons
are the setting for annual fetes, schools. Amongst their latest suc- and the Parishioners feel they have
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afternoon teas and guided tours cesses have been Bedknobs and much to share with you in terms of
which are open to all residents Broomsticks and The Sound of Music. historical interest and sincere hospi-
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in the borough. The Canons and The hall was built in 1969 and is tality. Come and see for yourselves
parishioners will extend a genu- now ready for some major refurbish- and support the various events.
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spond to invitations. the disabled and improved access
For more information visit the
The Church itself with its splen- using a ramp entrance, together
Church website at:
did stained glass windows and wall with a new direct link from Church
www.christchurcheltham.org.uk
hanging is, of course, at the heart to hall. Other improvements will
or contact:
of the spiritual life of the commu- include a larger entrance area and
Christchurch Eltham
nity, but many activities take place repositioning of the kitchen and
229 High Street, Eltham SE9 1TX
in the hall. The Youth Groups, the bar. Fund-raising is therefore a pri-
020 8850 1666
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