New Rector for the Village

New Rector for the Village

In September we will have a new rector and welcome Sharon Grenham-Thompson who has been appointed rector of our benefice of Rattlesden, Brettenham, Hitcham and Thorpe Morieux. Sharon will be instal...
Be a Friend of Brettenham Church

Be a Friend of Brettenham Church

Your church needs you!As you will know, our church roof is in need of substantial repairs to the extent that the nave roof tiles must be completely removed, the south wall propped up, several of the b...
 Harvest Festival

Harvest Festival

Our village Harvest Festival will be on Sunday 1st October at 11.15am. This will be our new Rector Sharon’s first service in Brettenham so it would be lovely to see as many people as possible. Ther...
Storm 25 July - An update from the Parish Council

Storm 25 July - An update from the Paris...

Many residents are grappling with the aftermath of the flash flooding caused by the devastating storm in the late afternoon of the 25th July 2021. To date 29 dwellings suffered internal flooding most ...
Town and Parish Update

Town and Parish Update

To keep up to date with all major developments and announcements by Babergh District Council by clicking here Our Parish Council are keen to share this information from our local council with the res...
Brettenham and the Storm of July 2022

Brettenham and the Storm of July 2022

Just why did Brettenham take the full brunt of the storm of Sunday 25 July 2022? A really interesting video is available where Meterologist Dan Holley gives a fascinating insight into the bizarre even...
Potato In A Bucket Competition Results 2023

Potato In A Bucket Competition Results 2...

Here is the long awaited list of results from this year’s competition. They are listed in the order they were weighed. Well done to everyone that took part. As always, the competition was fierce! H...
Changing of the Guard

Changing of the Guard

Some of you may be wondering who might be insane enough to even consider replacing such a steadfast and dedicated Chairman of the BVA, such is the reputation Peter Knight has generated during his tenu...