You are invited to our autumn Ladies Lunch at 12.00pm on Friday 9 October. Once again, the venue is The Star, part of the prestigious Polizzi Collection. The afternoon will begin with reception drinks at midday, followed by a delicious two-course lunch. Afterwards, enjoy coffee and a talk from our guest speaker, Kelly Ellis.

Kelly is married to OE Duncan Ellis, and they have two children who attend our schools. They live on the family farm in Litlington where they also run the Longman brewery.

As a child growing up in Tonbridge, Kelly attended church and was baptised as a young adult after moving to a Baptist church in Crowthorne, Berkshire. She has been active as a Christian since that time and affirmed her faith by being confirmed in the Church of England in 2019.

Kelly joined the Cuckmere Valley ministry team in 2019 as part-time paid Pastoral Lay Minister. She began a period of training and, in January 2020, Kelly was commissioned by The Bishop of Chichester at the cathedral in this role.

Kelly’s background is in performing arts, having gained a diploma in musical theatre. She has performed in the UK and abroad in a variety of productions including the musicals ‘Starlight Express’ and ‘Grease’. She remembers fondly the wonderful theatre community where friendships were formed across differing cultures and sees this as perfect grounding for her role in ministry!

Since coming to live in the Cuckmere Valley Kelly has been very active in village and church life, and has long felt drawn to a more committed ministry.

We are very much looking forward to welcoming Kelly and her inspiring energy to our autumn lunch at this wonderful venue. 

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Tickets are £60 per person.

As numbers are limited, we encourage you to book early. If you are a Devonshire Society member, please contact us prior to booking to receive a discount. Email es@eastbourne-college.co.uk or call 01323 452316.

For a truly special experience, extend your visit with an overnight stay at The Star. Quote ‘Ladies Lunch’ when you book and enjoy a complimentary half bottle of Champagne in your room (call 01323 870495).

Please click below to book your place at our lunch; we hope you can join us!