Balham Circle mourns the death of Brother David Prebble, but takes solace in happy memories

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It is with the greatest sadness that we acknowledge the passing of our dear Brother David Prebble MBE.

Brother David was the quintessential Catenian. He was a member of Purley and Balham Circles. He was Provincial President in 2012 – 2013, Provincial Membership Officer from 2013 to 2017, Provincial Councillor for Purley Circle and a founder member of Balham Circle. He was President of Purley Circle twice and Balham Circle once. He made many visits to circles all over Province and was well known for his common sense and humour. Continue reading Balham Circle mourns the death of Brother David Prebble, but takes solace in happy memories

Balham celebrates its 100th meeting in great style!

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Composite picture of Meeting as it closed

On Monday January 15, Balham Brothers celebrated their Circle’s 100th meeting at the Kairos Centre in Roehampton in the presence of Bishop Paul Hendricks.

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Bishop Paul Hendricks celebrating Mass before the Circle meeting [credit AMR]
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Past President Steve, brothers & friends complete the Canterbury Pilgrimage

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Six pilgrims and Lucy the dog outside the cathedral south door. From left: John Nelligan, Tracey-Jane Faiers, Steve Palmer, Tristan Sullivan-Vaughan, Don Freeman, Simon Wakely.

After starting out in April 2016, the Balham President’s ‘Pilgrims’ finally arrived in Canterbury on 27 May 2017, after 120 miles completed in twelve stages over the year.  Initially planned by the then President, Steve Palmer, as his own objective he received strong support from Circle Brothers, with never fewer than five on a stage and often more.  Continue reading Past President Steve, brothers & friends complete the Canterbury Pilgrimage

The intrepid Balham pilgrims complete the penultimate phase of their pilgrimage

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The walkers just above Chilham enjoying the first view of Canterbury Cathedral, some nine miles off and bathed in sunshine.

The President’s Pilgrimage is nearly at Canterbury. In glorious weather, six Pilgrims and Lucy the dog walked the 11 miles from Charing to Chilham and are now just seven miles short of their objective.   Continue reading The intrepid Balham pilgrims complete the penultimate phase of their pilgrimage

January 28 sees the pilgrims off again!

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Starting out on another leg of the pilgrimage. Left to right: Simon, Tristan, John, Steve, Charles and Frances. Taking the photo: Noel

We have missed some of the Balham pilgrimage stages (have no fear we will return to them!), but we can report that, on Saturday January 28, Balham President, Steve Palmer, supported by six other pilgrims and two dogs, continued his steady progress along the Pilgrims route to Canterbury.   Continue reading January 28 sees the pilgrims off again!

Intrepid walkers join President Steve on Stage 4 of Canterbury pilgrimage

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President Steve with fellow pilgrims John, Chris, Marianne, Charles and friend near Oxted station

The President’s Pilgrimage to Canterbury completed its fourth stage on 3 September when the pilgrims reached Oxted. Over forty miles have been completed with a further 70 to go.   Continue reading Intrepid walkers join President Steve on Stage 4 of Canterbury pilgrimage