Introduction
Following our entry into the Britain in Bloom finals we were advised by the competition organizers that the theme they have set for this year is "Community Roots".
After some consideration it has been decided to hold two events celebrating Filby's history and people using this theme to reflect the changing face of the community over time.
Why two? Well there are two major events held each year which draw people to the village. The Open Gardens Weekend, in July, and the August Bank Holiday Extravaganza which runs, yes, over the Bank Holiday weekend.
Currently the Open Gardens exhibition will be held on 19th and 20th July in the Church Hall, Church Lane from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. each day.
The Bank Holiday event will be held in the Club Room, Main Road, from Saturday to Monday inclusive, the 23rd to 25th August from 10:00 a.m.
Progress to Date
Material put together by the Filby Society has been recovered although we are still looking for a few items we remember but have not been able to track down.
We are also appealing for anyone with photographs, films or documents they would be willing to share to get in touch. Everything is, of course, being handled with care and returned. In most cases it is anticipated that copies, restored if we can, will be exhibited rather than precious originals. All contributions will be acknowledged.
Most exciting is confirmation that the Norfolk Record Office, which secured the highest overall score of any archive repository in England and Wales in the 2007 assessments, is working with us and contributing material. They have a wealth of material relating to Filby and this will be a wonderful opportunity to see a selection.
To see details of their achievement why not visit: Norfolk Record Office Awards
If you have any material you wish to share either email the webmaster at: pottingshed@filby-in-bloom.org.uk or telephone Keith or Lesley Johnson on 01493 369526
We look forward to hearing from you.
This page is updated to record progress.
