Blades

On the main raod through the Lady Bay area of West Bridgford is a Methodist Chapel which was bought by a sports equipment firm a few years ago after closure. It is now a beautifully designed café on two storeys. It is an excellent place to chill out and meet with friends. Most mornings it is full of mothers and toddlers.

Having led services in the chapel over many years it was a revelation to see how the building has been transformed by its new owners. The churhes are still involved with the café in that Carol Services are held at Christmas.

My wife, Margaret, who works for the nearby Cheshire Home, organised a visit to Blades for the residents. They enjoyed a morning drinking coffee and relaxing together at the World's Biggest Coffee Morning.

It is really satisfying to know that a building which has served the community for so many years as a church is still acting as a spiritual oasis.