We all know that Mortimer is the best place in the world – it’s why many of us feel it is worth doing lots of voluntary work to enhance it further. But it is very special to have that work acknowledged by the outside world, in particular by Her Majesty The Queen.

Usually, an excursion to London for me means a family sightseeing tour warranting flat, comfortable walking shoes, clothes for all weathers and a picnic-filled rucksack. An invitation from the Queen, to attend a garden party at Buckingham Palace, therefore called for a whole new rethink, careful strategic planning and of course, a shopping trip!

To remind us of what a good time we had at the Fun Day, photos of some of our sponsors and what they sponsored:

Sixty Mortimer residents attended the first ever Silver Sunday event in the village on Sunday 5th October.  The initiative was created in 2012 by The Simon Milton Foundation in partnership with Westminster Councillors to celebrate, appreciate and acknowledge our older residents and their place in our communities.   This year there were events being held all over the country.

On the 18th November 2014 a group of MVP committee members and other people selected to represent those working on the Fun Day and Lunch Club attended a ceremony in Newbury where we were finally presented with the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service certificate (signed by HRH the Queen) and the accompanying crystal trophy.

SOMETIMES the older people of our village ARE treated like Royalty!

Here’s a selection of Photographs taken at the two Christmas events held for the guests of the MVP Lunch Club.

Mortimer & Burghfield First Responder Groups unveiled their new car at a ceremony at Wokefield Park on Saturday 16th March. David Gregory, organiser of the Burghfield group, explained about the voluntary work Responders do and the difference this car will make. He thanked the many local organisations and individuals who gave the funds needed to buy and run it.

...to all of the organisations that gave their time and energy on the 18th and 19th May to make Mortimer Sports Weekend so successful.  The full role call is below, including links to their websites where applicable. MVP will be counting up the passports sold and medals earned this week and looking forward to a big medal ceremony at Mortimer Fun Day on 6th Jul

Here are some beautiful photos to remind us of a beautiful day. All thanks to Dara Portraits, one of this year's sponsors who provided these great shots and many more. Below the photos are some Fun Day facts to amaze you!!!

Had a phenomenal season!