CONCERT - On Sunday, July 4, St Peter’s Church opened what is hoped will be a series of concerts with a cello recital by Orlando Jopling. The renowned cellist is making a pilgrimage playing Bach cello suites in English churches to raise funds for their repair, restoration and upkeep. St Peter’s was privileged and delighted to welcome him to this newly refurbished church, which is already becoming known as a centre for a wide variety of community and sacred events. If you would like your name to be added to our database for further concerts, call 01981 550282.

Orlando’s playing of three Bach cello suites, the greatest music written for the cello, and his commitment and intensity gave us a truly moving experience.

Those unfamiliar with the works, and perhaps apprehensive of the effect of a single instrument, were awed by the power of the music and the virtuosity of the performer in the warm, acoustic and stunning architecture of St Peter’s.