Portreeve's News

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Aug 27, 20221 min read

Paul Cobley & Friends Cabaret

An evening of music, magic and comedy He's bringing his friends! Ashburton's very own and best-loved entertainer is hosting a show and...

Jun 30, 20226 min read

Ale Tasting & Bread Weighing

A guide to the Ale Tasting & Bread Weighing ceremony for participants What is Ale Tasting and Bread Weighing? Ashburton’s Ale Tasting and...

Jun 27, 20222 min read

“They do sell good ale here!”

The History and Legend behind Ashburton’s Ale Tasting and Bread Weighing ceremony. Each year on the third Saturday in July a procession...

Jun 26, 20221 min read

Remembering Historic Anniversaries

2022 is an important year in Ashburton's history - we shall remember One hundred years ago, the Ashburton Branch of the RBL was founded...

Jun 6, 20223 min read

That Was the Week That Was

How Ashburton celebrated the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II What a fantastic and historic Platinum Jubilee Celebration that was! ...

May 31, 20224 min read

Ashburton's Jubilee Celebrations

Complete programme of Ashburton events - Last updated 31st May 2022 Royal British Legion Picnic The RBL will be holding a Jubilee Picnic...

Mar 18, 20221 min read

Bailiff's Byngo & Game Show (Reboot)

An evening of entertainment supporting Woodlander's Pre-School Bring your friends! He's back for the rescheduled Bailiff's Byngo & Game...

Mar 13, 20222 min read

BannedAid Raises Funds for Ukrainian Refugees

Music by Banned from the Moor and Saff Juno entertained guests The #Ashburton4Ukraine music event BannedAid came together very quickly to...

Dec 2, 20212 min read

Ashburton Pensioners Christmas Lunch

One of the highlights of the Portreeve's year! Today I enjoyed a lively and entertaining Christmas lunch with over 40 Ashburton...

Dec 1, 20211 min read

Late Shopping for Christmas

On Thursday the 9th December, join the Portreeve, Master Bailiff, Mayor and Deputy Mayor for the Christmas Market when the town comes alive.

Nov 28, 20211 min read

Portreeve's Service 2021

A Little Goes a Long Way for the 1201st Portreeve of Ashburton On Sunday 28th November 2021, members of the Courts assembled at St...

Nov 25, 20212 min read

Court and Law Day 2021

Ashburton's 1201st Portreeve is appointed in a ceremony at St Andrew's Church

Nov 23, 20212 min read

Portreeve's Dinner 2021 - Quiz

1201st Portreeve's Dinner - place settings included questions relating to Ashburton and the Courts. The answers can be found here...

Nov 15, 20211 min read

Ashburton Proudly Remembers

Ashburton can take considerable pride in the display of support it showed on Remembrance Day. The Portreeve, Master Bailiff, Mayor and...

Nov 15, 20213 min read

“Two Tankards of your Finest Ale Landlord!”

On Saturday, October 16th, Ashburton’s Courts Leet and Baron held their Ale Tasting and Bread Weighing ceremony