The club is managed by a Committee operating under a Constitution and is affiliated to the Royal Horticultural Society and to the Gloucestershire Federation of Gardening Societies.
Anyone interested finding out more can contact the Secretary, Frank Wells, on 01454 415443 or by email below.
Tel: 07791 400362
For more information, contact Mike or Gill Spiller on 01454 260153.
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From the beginning of 2010 the Olveston Craft Group will now be meeting on the second monday of each month in Olveston Methodist Hall.
For more information please contact Mary Slader on 07747 562264 or by email below.
Cookery courses are also available in the Thornbury area or, if you prefer, Laura can teach you how to cook mouth-watering dishes in your own kitchen. Group cookery sessions can be organised to meet your own requirements or you can choose to have one-to-one sessions.
Telephone: 01454 411073
Mobile: 07786 107293
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Catering is available for social and corporate events. Contact me with your individual requirements on outstanding varied non-vegetarian and vegetarian Indian cuisines.
Romy launched a new range of sauces, spices and other products at the recent Thornbury Food Fair, also available from Riddiford's and local farm shops, and soon from her website below.
Tel: 01454 806370 or 07500 338606
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We try to cater for all levels of quilters from beginners to the more experienced.
For more information contact Sheila Butler on 01454 618143.
Thomas Dagg gave the field to Thornbury in 1546, so we tend what must be some of the oldest allotments in the country.
There are 120 allotments, and the Association has over 100 members. It organises social events such as the Summer BBQ, the Autumn Talk, the Christmas Meal as well as distributing monthly newsletters, running the Allotment Shop and offering discounts to some local retailers.
Gillingstool Primary School has a large plot which offers all pupils the opportunity to grow and eat their own produce.
Membership costs just a couple of pounds a year, and brings many benefits. You don't need to be a plot holder to become a member. We have discounted seeds, competitive prices on gardening items, guest speakers and visits.
If you would like to become a member, or be added to the waiting list for a plot, click the website link below.
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Most scales, guages, Companies and tractions are accounted for and membership boasts a wide range of skills. We hold our own exhibition during the last weekend in November every year and as member of the Association of Model Railway Clubs, Wales & West of England we also take part in their exhibiton held annually at the Thornbury Leisure Centre on May Bank Holiday Weekend.
Further information can be obtained from Club Secretary Brian Drayton at 45 Hazel Crescent, Thornbury BS35 2LY or by email below.
Our Club Nights, normally first Wednesday of the month, are open to visitors for a charge of £2 (free refreshments!) - other events require membership.
Membership includes social functions and a summer programme of outdoor painting sessions. Studio painting sessions are held three times a week.
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Tel: 01454 865777
Opening hours are: Monday and Tuesday 9.30am-5.30pm, Wednesday and Friday 9.30am-7pm, Saturday 9.30am-5pm, Thursday and Sunday closed.
St Mary Street, Thornbury, BS35 2AA
Tel: 01454 868006
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Classes run on Thursdays at 8pm in Manorbrook School, Thornbury. If you would like to find out what square dancing is all about, why not turn up or ring Ann (885058) or Sue (778795) for more details.
The title ‘University’ can be misleading as members do not require any qualifications to join and there are no examinations to sit or awards made. It provides a wide range of educational, social and leisure activities and is an excellent way of meeting people and making friends. There is no age limit on membership but you need to have ceased full-time employment as most groups meet during the day, either in members’ homes or halls in the local area.
However, in order to keep our size within reasonable limits, members do need to live either in Thornbury or within quite a large area around it as defined by a set of postcodes.
Annual membership, due 1st January, is £6 per person and £10 for two people at the same address. This enables members to join as many of the seventy-plus groups as they wish. There are also a number of excellent one-day visits and summer outings that are open to all U3A members.
Click below for further information and a full list of all the groups on offer.
Anyone interested in joining the WI can contact the following members for more information:
Di Wood 07817 533368 diana_wood@tiscali.co.uk
Jan Densley 07704 858662 densleprice@btinternet.com
Alida Wagstaff 07884 498773 alidawagstaff@hotmail.co.uk
Our other evenings involve slide shows and talks. These are funded from the annual subscription of £12. The Christmas meeting is at an hotel with dinner and dance, and the summer event is often a Mystery Coach Tour to an out of the way pub.
Unlike when the Wine Circle began in the Seventies, home made wine is not often made these days, but some grape and elderberry wine is used at BBQs, and mulled wine at Christmas.
For more information, contact Dave Slocombe on Thornbury 413038.
Our facilities include, Sports hall, Coffee bar with Pool table, Table tennis table, Big Screen projector TV, DJ equipment and computers.
We run a full programme of activities including cooking, arts and crafts, photography, music, dance, sport etc.
For more information please click below or call 01454 865752.
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3rd-5th September, 10am-4pm, Rose Cottage, Shellards Lane, Alveston, BS35 3SY
Jekka’s Herb Farm is a specialist nursery just 10 miles north of Bristol, growing over 600 herb varieties organically for mail order. The farm is usually closed to the public, so Open Days are a great opportunity to browse and buy amongst the scents and senses of some rare and beautiful herb species, meet award winning writer and broadcaster, Jekka McVicar, and attend her (pre-bookable) herb workshops, plus a FREE farm tour.
Certified organic by the Soil Association, the farm is a haven for bees, birds and butterflies. In fact, the UK Government’s own advisors found that plant, insect and bird life is up to 50% greater on organic farms. The September Open Days begin on the first day of the Soil Association Organic Fortnight 2010, promoting organic as an everyday choice, and the Open Days feature an end-of-season herb plant sale – an excellent opportunity to stock up on perennial bargains for autumn planting (the best time in all to plant hardy, perennial herbs).
Seasonal, locally sourced refreshments available. Click below for further details.
www.jekkasherbfarm.com
2pm, St Andrew's School Field
This is an open show, so entries are welcome from neighbouring villages and further afield.
There'll be entertainment from The Hotwells Howlers and Sharpness Silver Band, a Belly Dance and Bangra Display, and a Punch and Judy Show and a fun dog show for children of all ages.
Try your luck on the raffle and tombola, test your skill at skittles and the coconut shy, or browse the stalls for crafts, books and toys.
Then when you're in need of refreshment, head to the tea tent for delicious cakes and biscuits, enjoy a local brew in the beer tent, or treat yourself to an ice-cream.
Show schedules are available at the Village Shop, along with entry forms and outlines for the children's colouring classes.
The afternoon ends with cup presentations and an auction of flowers and produce.
For more information, please ring the Show Secretary Peggy Collett on 01454 294545 or click below.
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From 6 Sep 2010 - the first of seven Monday sessions, 10.30am-12.30pm, The Chantry Community Centre, 52 Castle Street, Thornbury BS35 1HB
Friendly classes for over 16s which focus on techniques to improve your drawing whatever your level of experience. Methods covered develop use of shape, proportion, shading, perspective and colour. Media include pencil, charcoal, pastels and water-colour pencils.
Pre-booking is essential please. Stella can supply materials and paper for a small extra charge, or you can bring your own. If you’d like to book please email or phone for a booking form - your place will be confirmed on receipt of a completed booking form and deposit cheque.
Price of course: £56/£50. Bookings Tel: 07791 400362 or click below.
www.stellashaw.co.uk
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7.30pm, Jubilee Hall, Alveston
Pam Forrest - Alveston Gardens
Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month, with a guest speaker to enlighten us on all manner of things "gardening".
For more information, please call Frank on 01454 415443 or email below.
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7.30pm, Thornbury Methodist Church Hall
Demonstration: ‘Footprints’ - Barbara Priest
For more information please contact the Secretary Penny Mackinnon on 07733 368967.
7.30-10pm, St Mary's Church Hall
The meetings are a mix of demonstrations, speakers and hands-on experience, and normally conclude with an item to take home and show off to the family!
Click below for more information.
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7.30-9.30pm, Olveston Methodist Hall
We meet on the second Monday of each month and all crafters are welcome to come along and share their crafts with others.
For more information please contact Mary Slader on 07747 562264 or by email below.
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7.30pm, Armstrong Hall Complex, Thornbury
Markel pens with Jean Grimshaw
For more information contact Sheila Butler on 01454 618143.
7.30pm, Thornbury Methodist Church Hall
Practice Class: ‘Pots of Colour’ (Teaching session)
For more information please contact the Secretary Penny Mackinnon on 07733 368967.
11am–12noon, Romy's Kitchen, Turnberrie's, Bath Road, Thornbury BS35 2BB Tel: 01454 806370, www.romyskitchen.co.uk
Come along and join in a cookery demonstration by Romy – who specialises in authentic Indian cuisine and has produced her own range of Indian sauces. Maximum 12 people.
Tel: 01454 806370 to book a place.
This event is part of the 'Taste' Local Food & Drink Festival. Unless mentioned, all events are FREE – just turn up. Bookings are only necessary where stated for individual events. Bookings are taken separately by each producer, so please contact them directly in order to book your place.
South Gloucestershire Council is responsible for organising the Festival but does not take responsibility for actual visits or sampling of produce.
Remember, in some cases you will be visiting working farms and walking on rough and muddy ground. Please take care on all visits and wear appropriate footwear and clothing. All information is correct at time of uploading, but it's worth checking details before setting out.
www.southgloslocalfood.org
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Saturday 2 October 11am and 2pm
Riddle’s Cider, Oak Farm, Oldbury Lane, Thornbury BS35 1RD Tel: 07877 413298
Take a tour of the cider orchard and learn to identify varieties of apples such as Yarlington Mill and Sheep’s Nose, see the cider making process using a 100 year old cider press. Maximum 30 per tour.
Tel: 07877 413298 to book a place.
This event is part of the 'Taste' Local Food & Drink Festival. Unless mentioned, all events are FREE – just turn up. Bookings are only necessary where stated for individual events. Bookings are taken separately by each producer, so please contact them directly in order to book your place.
South Gloucestershire Council is responsible for organising the Festival but does not take responsibility for actual visits or sampling of produce.
Remember, in some cases you will be visiting working farms and walking on rough and muddy ground. Please take care on all visits and wear appropriate footwear and clothing. All information is correct at time of uploading, but it's worth checking details before setting out.
www.southgloslocalfood.org
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7.30pm, Jubilee Hall, Alveston
Sally Gregson - Hydrangeas
Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month, with a guest speaker to enlighten us on all manner of things "gardening".
For more information, please call Frank on 01454 415443 or email below.
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Thursdays 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th October, then 11th and 18th November, Bakery Annexe, Chapel St, Thornbury
A Beginners’ Course for people wanting to improve their photographic skills. The cost will be £44 (£72 for joint enrolment) which includes one year’s membership of the camera club. The course will start with an introduction to digital cameras and an understanding of the menu system. It then moves on to picture-taking techniques and ends with basic manipulation and presentation. To register your interest in this popular course, please e-mail Andy Gillingham below or telephone him on 01454 415015.
www.thornburycamera.co.uk
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10.30am-4.30pm, Chantry, 52 Castle Street, Thornbury, BS35 1HB
Two day-schools exploring colour through the History of Art.
On Friday October 8th Lynne Gibson will lead us through early ideas of colour from Antiquity to the Renaissance, focussing on the colour red, considering pigments, dyes and hidden meanings.
On Friday October 29th, with reference to scientific ideas on colour and light, we will concentrate on the colour blue and ways that it was used by artists to convey symbolism and mood.
Lynne is an experienced tutor with a vast collection of slides and her talks are always illuminating and inspiring.
The day-schools cost £25 per day. To book a place please ring Pauline Darley (01454 416291) or Sue Punton (01454 776271).
7.30-9.30pm, Olveston Methodist Hall
We meet on the second Monday of each month and all crafters are welcome to come along and share their crafts with others.
For more information please contact Mary Slader on 07747 562264 or by email below.
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7.30pm, Thornbury Methodist Church Hall
Demonstration: ‘Inspirations’ - Toni Smith
For more information please contact the Secretary Penny Mackinnon on 07733 368967.
7.30-10pm, St Mary's Church Hall
The meetings are a mix of demonstrations, speakers and hands-on experience, and normally conclude with an item to take home and show off to the family!
Click below for more information.
www.mythornbury.co.uk/thornbury/s...
Thursdays 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th October, then 11th and 18th November, Bakery Annexe, Chapel St, Thornbury
A Beginners’ Course for people wanting to improve their photographic skills. The cost will be £44 (£72 for joint enrolment) which includes one year’s membership of the camera club. The course will start with an introduction to digital cameras and an understanding of the menu system. It then moves on to picture-taking techniques and ends with basic manipulation and presentation. To register your interest in this popular course, please e-mail Andy Gillingham below or telephone him on 01454 415015.
www.thornburycamera.co.uk
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Thursdays 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th October, then 11th and 18th November, Bakery Annexe, Chapel St, Thornbury
A Beginners’ Course for people wanting to improve their photographic skills. The cost will be £44 (£72 for joint enrolment) which includes one year’s membership of the camera club. The course will start with an introduction to digital cameras and an understanding of the menu system. It then moves on to picture-taking techniques and ends with basic manipulation and presentation. To register your interest in this popular course, please e-mail Andy Gillingham below or telephone him on 01454 415015.
www.thornburycamera.co.uk
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7.30pm, Armstrong Hall Complex, Thornbury
Square Dance with Lorraine Shergold
For more information contact Sheila Butler on 01454 618143.
7.30pm, Thornbury Methodist Church Hall
Practice Class: ’Spellbound‘
For more information please contact the Secretary Penny Mackinnon on 07733 368967.
Thursdays 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th October, then 11th and 18th November, Bakery Annexe, Chapel St, Thornbury
A Beginners’ Course for people wanting to improve their photographic skills. The cost will be £44 (£72 for joint enrolment) which includes one year’s membership of the camera club. The course will start with an introduction to digital cameras and an understanding of the menu system. It then moves on to picture-taking techniques and ends with basic manipulation and presentation. To register your interest in this popular course, please e-mail Andy Gillingham below or telephone him on 01454 415015.
www.thornburycamera.co.uk
Email:
10.30am-4.30pm, Chantry, 52 Castle Street, Thornbury, BS35 1HB
Two day-schools exploring colour through the History of Art.
On Friday October 8th Lynne Gibson will lead us through early ideas of colour from Antiquity to the Renaissance, focussing on the colour red, considering pigments, dyes and hidden meanings.
On Friday October 29th, with reference to scientific ideas on colour and light, we will concentrate on the colour blue and ways that it was used by artists to convey symbolism and mood.
Lynne is an experienced tutor with a vast collection of slides and her talks are always illuminating and inspiring.
The day-schools cost £25 per day. To book a place please ring Pauline Darley (01454 416291) or Sue Punton (01454 776271).
7.30pm, Jubilee Hall, Alveston
AGM
Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month, with a guest speaker to enlighten us on all manner of things "gardening".
For more information, please call Frank on 01454 415443 or email below.
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5.30 onwards, Mundy Playing Fields, Thornbury
Gates open 5.30pm, Childrens display 6.30pm, Bonfire lighting 7pm, Main display 7.30pm, Funfair and food stalls will be there plus other entertainment.
Advance tickets on sale from News 4u and Thornbury Town Hall from late october only £3 and £2 (adult and child) - on the gate prices £4 and £3.
ALL PROFITS TO CHARITY
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7.30-9.30pm, Olveston Methodist Hall
We meet on the second Monday of each month and all crafters are welcome to come along and share their crafts with others.
For more information please contact Mary Slader on 07747 562264 or by email below.
Email:
7.30-10pm, St Mary's Church Hall
The meetings are a mix of demonstrations, speakers and hands-on experience, and normally conclude with an item to take home and show off to the family!
Click below for more information.
www.mythornbury.co.uk/thornbury/s...
7.30pm, Thornbury Methodist Church Hall
Demonstration: ‘A Grand Design’ - Lynne Hayes
For more information please contact the Secretary Penny Mackinnon on 07733 368967.
Thursdays 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th October, then 11th and 18th November, Bakery Annexe, Chapel St, Thornbury
A Beginners’ Course for people wanting to improve their photographic skills. The cost will be £44 (£72 for joint enrolment) which includes one year’s membership of the camera club. The course will start with an introduction to digital cameras and an understanding of the menu system. It then moves on to picture-taking techniques and ends with basic manipulation and presentation. To register your interest in this popular course, please e-mail Andy Gillingham below or telephone him on 01454 415015.
www.thornburycamera.co.uk
Email:
7.30pm, Armstrong Hall Complex, Thornbury
Sunflower pin cushion with Heather Hasell
For more information contact Sheila Butler on 01454 618143.
Thursdays 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th October, then 11th and 18th November, Bakery Annexe, Chapel St, Thornbury
A Beginners’ Course for people wanting to improve their photographic skills. The cost will be £44 (£72 for joint enrolment) which includes one year’s membership of the camera club. The course will start with an introduction to digital cameras and an understanding of the menu system. It then moves on to picture-taking techniques and ends with basic manipulation and presentation. To register your interest in this popular course, please e-mail Andy Gillingham below or telephone him on 01454 415015.
www.thornburycamera.co.uk
Email:
7.30pm, Thornbury Methodist Church Hall
Practice Class: ’Masquerade’ (Teaching session)
For more information please contact the Secretary Penny Mackinnon on 07733 368967.
10am-5pm Saturday 27th November, 10am-4pm Sunday 28th November, The Chantry, Castle Street, Thornbury
The Thornbury and South Gloucestershire Model Railway and Modelling Club is holding its annual modelling and model railway exhibition. This exhibition has developed into one of the best-established local modelling exhibitions. It offers a diverse display of modelling and hobbies and is a well-received annual event in the town.
Admission: Adult £4, Concessions £3, Child (5-16) £2, Family (2+2) £10
Contacts:
Neil Walker (Exhibition Manager) – 01454 260581
Brian Drayton (Club Secretary) – 01454 412657
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7.30pm, Armstrong Hall, Thornbury
Open demonstration: ‘Myths, Mincet and Merriment’ - Katherine Kear
For more information please contact the Secretary Penny Mackinnon on 07733 368967.
7.30pm, Jubilee Hall, Alveston
Philip Mugridge - Gardening for Wildlife
Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month, with a guest speaker to enlighten us on all manner of things "gardening".
For more information, please call Frank on 01454 415443 or email below.
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7.30-10pm, St Mary's Church Hall
The meetings are a mix of demonstrations, speakers and hands-on experience, and normally conclude with an item to take home and show off to the family!
Click below for more information.
www.mythornbury.co.uk/thornbury/s...
7.30-9.30pm, Olveston Methodist Hall
We meet on the second Monday of each month and all crafters are welcome to come along and share their crafts with others.
For more information please contact Mary Slader on 07747 562264 or by email below.
Email:
7.30pm, Thornbury Methodist Church Hall
Practice Class: ’A Christmas Carol’
For more information please contact the Secretary Penny Mackinnon on 07733 368967.
10.30am-3.30pm, Thornbury Leisure Centre
Buying, selling and swapping toys, trains and collectibles. £1.50 entry. Refreshments available. For more information please contact Tony Wilcock on 01454 883763.
7.30pm, Thornbury Methodist Church Hall
New Year Party
For more information please contact the Secretary Penny Mackinnon on 07733 368967.
7.30pm, Thornbury Methodist Church Hall
Practice Class: ‘All in a Twist’
For more information please contact the Secretary Penny Mackinnon on 07733 368967.
7.30pm, Thornbury Methodist Church Hall
Annual General Meeting
For more information please contact the Secretary Penny Mackinnon on 07733 368967.
7.30pm, Thornbury Methodist Church Hall
Demonstration: ’Sallying Forth’ - Sally Taylor
For more information please contact the Secretary Penny Mackinnon on 07733 368967.
7.30pm, Thornbury Methodist Church Hall
Practice Class: ‘Take the rough with the smooth’ (Teaching session)
For more information please contact the Secretary Penny Mackinnon on 07733 368967.
