One of the finest sights in spring in Natland is the
flowering cherry tree in the churchyard near The Green. That tree and others
needed the attention of a tree surgeon recently to reduce overhang and prevent
wind damage and nuisance to neighbours. Other professionals are engaged when
needed such as to repair walls and to mow the grass. Much other work is done by
a few volunteers.
Natland Parish Council recognises that the churchyard is a
community asset and very kindly makes a generous annual grant towards the cost
of mowing the churchyard which means we can pay someone to do the mowing.
All other expenditure including purchasing, maintaining and
fuelling of equipment is paid for out of money raised by St Mark’s Church.
The churchyard is of great value to the parish and for many
it is the final resting place of family members or friends. Tonight’s retiring
collection (after paying Encore’s expenses) will be used to help the church
maintain its ongoing upkeep.
If you would like to volunteer to help in any practical way,
however great or small, to maintain the churchyard please contact Roy Watkinson
on 61373 or Revd Angela Whittaker on 60355