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We are sad to note the death of Tony Sinden, an Othona member for many years, and one for
whom the Community has cause to be truly grateful. As Community Treasurer from 1988-1995,
Tony was in charge of finances during the major fund-raising project set up to establish the first
permanent building at Bradwell, The existence of the Norman Motley building is due in no small
part to the skills and dedication Tony brought to the task.
Tony first visited Othona Bradwell in 1964 with his wife, Anna, and their growing family.
A holiday at Bradwell became an annual event in the family calendar and later their children,
Frieda, David, Heather and Philip, made individual visits to Othona. Sadly, in early 1969, Anna
was diagnosed with MS. As... Read More

We are planning to run themed virtual events over the summer using Zoom. We will let you know the exact programme for each event and how you can join in as soon as possible. This is an initial schedule of events but it is subject to change at this stage. We hope that those staying here during these events will also join in.

Wednesday August 6th - Meet the Team - The ESC volunteers introduce themselves and talk about where they come from;

Saturday August 8th - Othona Flower and Produce Show;

Sunday evening August 9th to Friday August 14th - Art Week;

Monday August 17th - Friday August 21st - Permaculture Week;

Monday August 24th - Friday August 28th - Astronomy Week 

August Bank Holiday - Virtual Greenbelt.

In case you were wondering what a trip to Othona Bradwell would be like during these covid-19 days then you can watch our helpful video starring Jenne, Susanne and Tom. It covers the changes that we have put into place here to keep everyone safe. If you haven't yet booked then please consider coming here over the summer, there is so much space to enjoy. Follow the link below to watch the video. If you still have any questions please do get in touch with us (bradwell@othona.org).

Othona Bradwell and covid-19

We have had a tremendous response to the Othona fundraising campaign so far. As ever the Community has been really generous in supporting the work of Othona. If you have not yet read the letter from Ruth Bull, Chair of the Bradwell Committee, outlining the difficult financial position that Othona is now in then please find a link below:

Bradwell Fundraising Letter

If you have not yet had the opportunity to make a donation and would like to then please visit our donations page where you can either do a bank transfer, use Paypal or use the one-click donation site or if you prefer send a cheque. 

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