The term ‘Thankful Village’ relates to a village which lost no men during The First World War, as all of those who left the village to serve their country returned home at the end of the conflict.
There are 53 parishes in England and Wales from which all serving personnel returned.
Harley was fortunate to have been one of those parishes. A total of 22 men from the village joined the armed services between 1914 and 1918 and all returned home safely.
In 2018, to mark the 100th anniversary of the end of the war and to commemorate Harley as a ‘Thankful Village’, the parish commissioned two benches, designed by a local artist. One can be found in St Mary’s Church Yard and the other is situated in the grounds of the village hall.
Harvest Festival at St Mary’s Church at 11:00 followed by lunch in the village hall.
Tickets are £16.
Please contact Anne Sharpe on 01952 510556
‘Magic Night’ an evening of fun and magic with Joe Turner.
Tickets £13 includes a fish and chip supper.
Please contact Damian Dever on 01952 510422
‘Done to Death’ with Gavin Robertson and Nicholas Collett, in collaboration with Arts Alive. A British Detective genre – gone wrong!
Tickets £16.
Please contact Damian Dever on 01952 510422
Craft & Plant Fair,
21st March 2026
Stalls cost £10 per table.
If you would like to book a stall for this event please email the Booking Secretary at bookings@harleyvillagehall.com
With its enchanting period features, and every comfort, the hall has proved very popular for family functions, and is a stunning location for wedding receptions.
