Leisure Centre, however, this has been closed in 2020 and both bowls clubs are seeking alternative venues in the village as at February 2021. The Hall remains open (which also has a fully licensed function suite and two bars). The Lodge Care Home for the elderly is under extensive renovation with new wings being added. The White Hart public house which was run as McTaggarts from 2010, was reopened under new management in October 2020 and now offers an extensive in house, takeaway and all day service for breakfast, coffee & cake and more. The Ashill Recycling Centre is open all year and operates a very good system, covering almost all waste items. Newsletter The village has its own free monthly newsletter, Ashlink Magazine, which contains local notices, announcements, detail on local events, clubs, societies and submissions from local residents. Churches Anglican The parish church of St Nicholas originates from the 14th century but also features many aspects from more recent times. The north windows hold some 15th-century mediaeval glass, the chancel features 19th-century glass by Lavers, Barraud and Westlake, whilst the roof is of 17th-century origin. The current incumbent is the Rev Jane Atkins. Bell ringing practise takes place on a Thursday night – new ringers always welcome. Anglican – Missionary Congregation (Extra Parishional) There is also a Charismatic Anglican congregation present in the village that operates outside of the parish system but is still a member of the Church of England. It was first planted in 1997 after a controversy over the removal of the pews to allow more room in St. Nicolas. The church moved between local community centres before buying a garage in Ashill and converting it into what is now the Well Christian Centre. The Well is not actually owned by the church but by a separate charity named "Cornerstone Building Trust" as it was decided on theological grounds it better not to be tied to just one property but have the freedom to move if need be. The church facilitates Mid Norfolk Kidzklub, folYOUTH, Intents Festival, Good companions, Women Together as well as being the founding member of the Fountain Network. The congregation is reasonably diverse in relation to the local demographics and in late 2012 saw 250–300 people on a regular Sunday morning. Brethren Methodist Ashill Methodist Church is a 92-year-old brickwork building situated in Hale Road. The chapel has now closed and