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The opening ceremony of St George's Church was held on 21 April 1906. Now, one hundred years later, a week of events has been planned to mark the moment and help us enjoy the special anniversary celebrations. | |||||
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Details of the different events are given throughout this special edition, with a round-up of the week's programme on the centre pages.
Among the great things in store, Ashtead will welcome former Archbishop of Canterbury, George Carey, to the celebration Sunday services at the close of the week.
Another key event takes place on Wednesday 19 April: Ashtead's very own Strictly Come Dancing.
Pauline and Keith Dyde are one of the couples who have taken the challenge to learn, compete and entertain.
Event-wise, this is only the tip of an iceberg in the weeklong programme.
Lord Carey visits: George and St George on St George's Day - Sunday 23 April |
Pauline and Keith Dyde | |||
| This magazine focuses almost exclusively on the Anniversary. It is part-programme, part-souvenir - but most of all, it hopefully gives at least one good reason for you to come and join the celebrations. |
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The 1906 sovereign, courtesy of Nigel Tooley and Epsom Stamp Company |
A time to look back…
To take a look back, you can turn to a snap-shot in words of the village 100 years ago. In researching this article, Andy Carter has uncovered a number of amazing facts and photos. Among the best, however, is the gold sovereign (pictured here). Incredibly, it is not only minted in 1906, but also depicts St George and the Dragon. No-one knows exactly why 'the New Church' was given its name - possibly inspired by a stained glass window in St Giles' Church; perhaps due to the planned official opening being close to St George's Day. Whatever the reason, it's time to celebrate a 'happy anniversary, St George's Christian Centre'. |
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