Following “the beast from the east” and a raging hot summer, let’s hope this autumn and winter simply bring beautiful sunsets, vibrant colours and cosy times by the fire.

But if you’d like some sparkle and schmooze, head for St Mary’s at 4pm on Sunday November 25th, where the Wheatley Singers, joined by the Wheatley Children’s Choir and some special guests, will be performing “Winter Wonderland”, a smorgasbord of delights to brighten darker days.

You’ll hear songs to remind you it’s winter and songs to help you forget the cold… …as well as classic songs for Advent and Christmas, songs about stars (the heavenly kind), royalty and a hint of roasting chestnuts. And you’ll be treated to seasonal refreshments that will further warm your cockles.

And, for an even warmer internal glow, you’ll know that, by buying a ticket, you’ll be contributing to two splendid village causes: the development projects at St Mary’s itself and at the United Reformed Church