For the week, I am staying with the assistant coordinator, Gill, who has given me the attic which has been made into quite a cozy little room with windows, a very comfortable bed, and internet access - which I am thoroughly enjoying.
There are five different churches in Charlbury: Roman Catholic, Quaker, Methodist, Baptist, and Anglican. Once every few months or so, they have a combined service. This morning was one of these and was led in the Quaker style.
After the service, we were taken on a tour of Charlbury by Hugh. Thankfully, the rain had cleared up by this time and we even had sunny patches. The "important bits" of town can be seen in about an hour or so. Its status was upgraded from village years ago because it was given a charter that allowed it to hold a market. Although market is no longer held, its status has remained - a fact that the locals are very proud of.
Lunch was offered by members of the Baptist church - "headquarters" for us. Then we were all given our orders for the next couple of days with strict instructions to not miss the train tomorrow, for we're off to Oxford tomorrow.
We met at the co-op (the local grocery store) around five this evening in an attempt for us all to get our bearings and wander around town for a while. However, it was dark and raining, so after familiarizing ourself with the grocer, we went our separate ways for the evening.
I was introduced to "Lark Rise to Candleford" this evening - a BBC production. I have heard several stories about the show, every one a rave review and my sentiments are now added to the collection.
Unfortunately, there are no pictures yet, but hopefully soon.
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