Volunteers are always welcome - call Sue Rider on 01454 857754. For more information, please call in at the Age Concern Office, 34 St Mary Street, Thornbury, email us using the link below or phone 01454 858750.
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We are a friendly open group who have all had experience of these problems and will make new members feel very welcome.
For more information please contact our Chairman Jenny West, 3 Chipping Close, Symn Lane, Wotton-Under-Edge, Glos. GL12 7BB, 01454 843497 (home) or 07919 620498.
For publicity, please contact Jenny Fumpson, Tanglewood, 4B Highfield Drive, Redcliffe Bay, Portishead, N. Somerset, BS20 8JG, 01275 847286.
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For more information please contact Ross Evans, Project Officer on 01454 864005 or by e-mail.
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GRANTnet is a service which can help to identify suitable funding and grants for activities or projects. It allows community and voluntary groups, social enterprises and small businesses to search across a huge range of funding sources.
Oriel House, 8 Castle Street, Thornbury, BS35 1HB
Tel: 01454 414 355
Whilst the Men's Breakfasts have a Christian element to them they are open to all irrespective of their beliefs. For more information contact the Thornbury Baptist Church office on 01454 419118.
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The charity funds research to prevent meningitis and septicaemia, and to improve survival rates and outcomes. The Foundation promotes education and awareness to reduce death and disability, and gives support to people affected.
For more information, click below or call 01454 281 811.
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To book an antenatal course, please call 0844 243 7000. For more information about our branch, please click below.
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The LINk will be a network of local people, organisations and groups that want to make health and social care services better.
The LINk’s membership is small at the moment and urgently needs people from the local community who feel strongly about local health and social care services.
For more information, please click below.
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For further information please contact Isobel Burnham on 01454 415161 or John Forss on 01454 613644.
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For more information, call Thornbury 413038 or 884115.
The League is very involved in plans for the future of the hospital and totally committed to the continued provision of 20 in-patient beds.
For more information, contact Shirley Holloway on 885161.
The groups meet every Tuesday of the South Glos school terms in The Buckingham Room at The Chantry, and new members are always very welcome.
Badgers (5-10 years) meet 6-7pm
Cadets (10-18 years) meet 7-8.30pm
Adults (18+) meet 8.30-9.30pm
For more information, click below to email Sarah Bryant, Divisional Superintendent and Badger Sett Leader, write to Thornbury Quadrilateral Division/Thornbury Badger Sett, c/o The Chantry, 52 Castle Street, Thornbury, South Gloucestershire, BS35 1HB or call 07717 289858.
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If you are pregnant with twins come and chat to Mums who have been in the same situation and experienced the same anxieties, get advice and buy unwanted nursery items from other mums.
Once you've had your children bring them to very safe room with lots of toys and a baby area. We offer a drink and snack (for children and Mums!) and there's always a willing hand to help. Siblings are welcome.
We send out regular newsletters on events, nights out and Nearly New Sales. We have a library of relevant books and DVDs and are affiliated to Tamba.
Once a month a health visitor comes to weigh babies and give advice. Please contact Clare on 01454 855774 or by email below for more details.
We are based in Yate, but arrange appointments for people in different locations, including Thornbury. Please call our 7 day a week helpline for confidential support: 01454 324080, or click below to visit our website.
10am, The Ship Inn, Thornbury Road, Alveston BS35 3LL
Supporting the World's Biggest Coffee Morning for Macmillan Support Nurses.
10am–4pm at 34 St Mary Street, Thornbury BS35 2AN
Age Concern South Gloucestershire is holding its information mornings on Wednesdays during September, to offer visitors the chance to learn about the products and services offered by Age Concern South Gloucestershire, all tailored for those in later life, in a relaxed environment over a complimentary hot drink.
Age Concern South Gloucestershire TAM offers a wide range of products and services including: Home Insurance, Motor Insurance Travel Insurance, Motor Breakdown cover, a home Energy package, Funeral Plans, LifeBook and its Personal Alarm system.
Patrick Morrissey, Trading Manager for Age Concern South Gloucestershire said: “At Age Concern South Gloucestershire we’re available to talk in person to anyone who wishes to find out about the many products and services that could help them. Whether you need a new product such as home, travel or car insurance, or want to learn about our energy tariff, how to be more energy efficient, remain independent, or even if you are thinking about organising your finances in later life, everyone is welcome to come along for an informal chat.”
For more information please pop in to Age Concern, call 01454 857754 or click below for more product information.
www.ageuk.org.uk/buy/
10am-2pm, Lynne’s house - 15 Willoughby Close, Alveston
BYO lunch and equipment. You don’t have to be crafty just willing! For more details, contact Lynne Cullen on 01454 418882.
www.southglosfibro.btik.com
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10am-12noon, Thornbury United Reformed Church
In aid of Hammer Out, this year's church charity.
7.30-midnight, Cossham Hall, Thornbury, BS35 2BJ
Costume: Make or hire - doesn't have to be expensive just most creative to win BEST MJ OF THE NITE!
Disco: a mix of latest tracks, 80s, 90s etc - always open to requests - and I have requested a good mix of MJ songs to be planted now and again =o)
Karaoke: will have a few extra MJ songs to choose from so get practising into your hairbrush!
Tickets £5 - raising money for Mundy Playing Field Equipment. Ring Helen 413898. First come first served due to capacity of hall.
10am–4pm at 34 St Mary Street, Thornbury BS35 2AN
Age Concern South Gloucestershire is holding its information mornings on Wednesdays during September, to offer visitors the chance to learn about the products and services offered by Age Concern South Gloucestershire, all tailored for those in later life, in a relaxed environment over a complimentary hot drink.
Age Concern South Gloucestershire TAM offers a wide range of products and services including: Home Insurance, Motor Insurance Travel Insurance, Motor Breakdown cover, a home Energy package, Funeral Plans, LifeBook and its Personal Alarm system.
Patrick Morrissey, Trading Manager for Age Concern South Gloucestershire said: “At Age Concern South Gloucestershire we’re available to talk in person to anyone who wishes to find out about the many products and services that could help them. Whether you need a new product such as home, travel or car insurance, or want to learn about our energy tariff, how to be more energy efficient, remain independent, or even if you are thinking about organising your finances in later life, everyone is welcome to come along for an informal chat.”
For more information please pop in to Age Concern, call 01454 857754 or click below for more product information.
www.ageuk.org.uk/buy/
The Meadow, Berkeley Castle, Berkeley
The Stroke Association is urging cyclists to take part in a 42 mile cycle ride between Berkley Castle and Chepstow Castle.
This will be the second year of the event which saw 170 people kick-start the challenge last year.
Steve Chesworth, Regional Fundraising Manager for The Stroke Association explained: “Last year was incredibly successful and we are very much looking forward to celebrating the second year of the event with even more people taking part.
“Besides the amazing scenery you can enjoy along the route, you will have the opportunity to join cyclists from a range of ages and levels of fitness and bring your friends and family too.
“It is estimated that 1,440 people in Gloucestershire will have a stroke each year and 653 people will die from stroke. By taking part in this challenge, your fundraising efforts will help us to combat stroke in people of all ages through research and campaigning and by offering support to people who have been affected.”
Regular exercise can significantly reduce your risk of stroke by helping to lower your blood pressure. High blood pressure is the single biggest risk factor for stroke.
Taking part in Castle 2 Castle challenge will not only help you to lower your risk of stroke but will also help raise funds to enable The Stroke Association to continue to offer support to people in Gloucestershire.
Participants will be offered a choice of five routes. These include a 42 mile circular course starting at either Berkeley or Chepstow Castle, a 21 mile route from either castle or a 10 mile route starting and finishing at Berkley Castle.
Places are available for a £10 registration fee (£20 for families) and participants are asked to raise a minimum of £50 (£90 per family).
For a free information pack and to register please contact the Castle 2 Castle Events team on 0117 953 1200 or email below.
www.berkeley-castle.com
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10am–4pm at 34 St Mary Street, Thornbury BS35 2AN
Age Concern South Gloucestershire is holding its information mornings on Wednesdays during September, to offer visitors the chance to learn about the products and services offered by Age Concern South Gloucestershire, all tailored for those in later life, in a relaxed environment over a complimentary hot drink.
Age Concern South Gloucestershire TAM offers a wide range of products and services including: Home Insurance, Motor Insurance Travel Insurance, Motor Breakdown cover, a home Energy package, Funeral Plans, LifeBook and its Personal Alarm system.
Patrick Morrissey, Trading Manager for Age Concern South Gloucestershire said: “At Age Concern South Gloucestershire we’re available to talk in person to anyone who wishes to find out about the many products and services that could help them. Whether you need a new product such as home, travel or car insurance, or want to learn about our energy tariff, how to be more energy efficient, remain independent, or even if you are thinking about organising your finances in later life, everyone is welcome to come along for an informal chat.”
For more information please pop in to Age Concern, call 01454 857754 or click below for more product information.
www.ageuk.org.uk/buy/
7.30pm, Armstrong Hall, Thornbury
St Peters Hospice Severnside Support Group in association with The Thornbury Orchestra and the choir of Goode Companye would be delighted to welcome you to Thornbury's very own Last Night of the Proms.
Bar available, bring your own nibbles, and don’t forget your union jack, promenaders especially welcome for the second half of the concert.
Tickets available from 417543 or 415648 are priced at £5.00, please don’t delay this will be a memorable evening. Part of the celebrations of 25 years of the Severnside Support Group.
All proceeds to St Peters Hospice, your local Hospice.
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7-9pm, Alveston Methodist Church Hall
Acupuncture
The group provides help and support to sufferers of Fibromyalgia and their families in South Gloucestershire. Group meetings are on the fourth Tuesday of every month. For more details, contact Elaine on 01454 415374.
www.southglosfibro.btik.com
10am–4pm at 34 St Mary Street, Thornbury BS35 2AN
Age Concern South Gloucestershire is holding its information mornings on Wednesdays during September, to offer visitors the chance to learn about the products and services offered by Age Concern South Gloucestershire, all tailored for those in later life, in a relaxed environment over a complimentary hot drink.
Age Concern South Gloucestershire TAM offers a wide range of products and services including: Home Insurance, Motor Insurance Travel Insurance, Motor Breakdown cover, a home Energy package, Funeral Plans, LifeBook and its Personal Alarm system.
Patrick Morrissey, Trading Manager for Age Concern South Gloucestershire said: “At Age Concern South Gloucestershire we’re available to talk in person to anyone who wishes to find out about the many products and services that could help them. Whether you need a new product such as home, travel or car insurance, or want to learn about our energy tariff, how to be more energy efficient, remain independent, or even if you are thinking about organising your finances in later life, everyone is welcome to come along for an informal chat.”
For more information please pop in to Age Concern, call 01454 857754 or click below for more product information.
www.ageuk.org.uk/buy/
We hope Oldbury Fun Runners are busy collecting sponsorship for CLIC Sargent and other causes. It would be fantastic if every runner could raise at least £5.
Remember as soon as you have reached your targets to return monies and forms to the address on the back of the form. If you wish to donate money you can always go to our web site below.
There is no closing date for money returns, but in order to qualify for the sponsorship prizes, you’ll need to send it all in by September 30th.
www.oldburyfunrun.co.uk
