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.
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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Learn to spice up your vegetarian dishes or prepare and freeze a time-saving curry paste, from subtly spiced to chilli hot. Catering is available for social and corporate events. Contact me with your individual requirements on outstanding varied non-vegetarian and vegetarian Indian cuisines.
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 Maureen Packer, Chairperson by email or on 01454 615749, or Heather Hasell at heather_hasell@hotmail.com or on 01454 413743.
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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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.
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.
We are always on the lookout for new committee members. If you're interested in youth involvement, we'd love you to join our stuctured support committee - but be prepared to be police checked.
For more information, phone Liz on Thornbury 413038, or email below.
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For more information, click below to visit the website.
www.thornburyroundtable.org.uk
7.30pm, Thornbury Library
Meet distinguished author and historian Adrian Tinniswood, who will be talking about his latest book Pirates of Barbary. Tickets members £2.50, non-members £5, available in advance.
Exploring the secret history of Barbary Coast piracy in the 17th century and beyond, it recreates a twilight world of the renegade and the corsair, conjuring up a dangerous and exotic time of conquest and captivity in 17th century North Africa.
For all you budding authors I’m sure Adrian will also be happy to answer all your questions and will also be selling copies of his books. To find out more about Adrian’s work visit www.adriantinniswood.co.uk.
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26th-28th March, 10am-4pm, Rose Cottage, Shellards Lane, Alveston, BS35 3SY
Jekka's Herb Farm Open Days offer a unique opportunity to browse amongst 600+ varieties of organically grown herbs, meet Jekka and the team, and pick up some expert tips and advice.
In 2010, we're delighted to welcome on-site caterers, Berry Blue, who will offer seasonal refreshments using locally sourced ingredients. So there's no need to rush off for lunch - visit us, and make a day of it!
Click below for further details.
www.jekkasherbfarm.com
28th March – 31st July 2010
You are invited to enter our 2010 Photography Competition. The aim is to produce a Berkeley Town Calendar for 2011. Proceeds will be split between Cotswold Care Hospice and Berkeley Castle.
The categories for the competition are Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter, capturing the characteristics that make Berkeley and the surrounding area what it is today.
For more information, please call 01453 810332 or click below.
www.berkeley-castle.com
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11am–5.30pm, 28th & 31st March, 7th & 14th April 2010, Berkeley Castle
Bring along your camera to Berkeley Castle for inspirational tips and advice from local Photographers.
You are invited to enter our 2010 Photography Competition. The aim is to produce a Berkeley Town Calendar for 2011. Proceeds will be split between Cotswold Care Hospice and Berkeley Castle.
The categories for the competition are Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter, capturing the characteristics that make Berkeley and the surrounding area what it is today.
For more information, please call 01453 810332 or click below.
www.berkeley-castle.com
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2-4pm, Community Orchard opposite The Anchor pub in Gloucester Road, Thornbury
A pruning day to learn and practise pruning of fruit trees.
www.sustainablethornbury.org
11am–5.30pm, 28th & 31st March, 7th & 14th April 2010, Berkeley Castle
Bring along your camera to Berkeley Castle for inspirational tips and advice from local Photographers.
You are invited to enter our 2010 Photography Competition. The aim is to produce a Berkeley Town Calendar for 2011. Proceeds will be split between Cotswold Care Hospice and Berkeley Castle.
The categories for the competition are Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter, capturing the characteristics that make Berkeley and the surrounding area what it is today.
For more information, please call 01453 810332 or click below.
www.berkeley-castle.com
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For more information, click below to visit our website.
www.thornburyroundtable.org.uk
7.30pm, Jubilee Hall, Alveston
Dr L K Ferguson Trilliums and Woodland Plants of North America
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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11am–5.30pm, 28th & 31st March, 7th & 14th April 2010, Berkeley Castle
Bring along your camera to Berkeley Castle for inspirational tips and advice from local Photographers.
You are invited to enter our 2010 Photography Competition. The aim is to produce a Berkeley Town Calendar for 2011. Proceeds will be split between Cotswold Care Hospice and Berkeley Castle.
The categories for the competition are Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter, capturing the characteristics that make Berkeley and the surrounding area what it is today.
For more information, please call 01453 810332 or click below.
www.berkeley-castle.com
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7.30pm for 8pm, The Ship, Alveston
For more information, click below to visit the website.
www.thornburyroundtable.org.uk
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:
11am–5.30pm, 28th & 31st March, 7th & 14th April 2010, Berkeley Castle
Bring along your camera to Berkeley Castle for inspirational tips and advice from local Photographers.
You are invited to enter our 2010 Photography Competition. The aim is to produce a Berkeley Town Calendar for 2011. Proceeds will be split between Cotswold Care Hospice and Berkeley Castle.
The categories for the competition are Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter, capturing the characteristics that make Berkeley and the surrounding area what it is today.
For more information, please call 01453 810332 or click below.
www.berkeley-castle.com
Email:
For more information, click below to visit our website.
www.thornburyroundtable.org.uk
23rd-25th April, 10am-4pm, Rose Cottage, Shellards Lane, Alveston, BS35 3SY
Jekka's Herb Farm Open Days offer a unique opportunity to browse amongst 600+ varieties of organically grown herbs, meet Jekka and the team, and pick up some expert tips and advice.
In 2010, we're delighted to welcome on-site caterers, Berry Blue, who will offer seasonal refreshments using locally sourced ingredients. So there's no need to rush off for lunch - visit us, and make a day of it!
Click below for further details.
www.jekkasherbfarm.com
1-7.30pm, Thornbury Leisure Centre
Preparations for the show are going well and details of the layouts, demonstrators, traders and societies will be added to the website below as they become available.
Tickets will be available on the days of the show at the door, they are also available in advance at a reduced rate, or in person only at Modelmania & Cheltenham Models.
For full details of all ticket prices and an application form for advance tickets please follow the link below to Advance Tickets.
The show is a great day out for all the family, with plenty of free parking. Refreshments, a full meal, a snack or just a drink will be available inside the hall, with full disabled access. Be sure to keep an eye on the web site over the show weekend from Thursday 29th April, as pictures of the show will be added each day, you never know you might spot yourself.
The bus timetable is confirmed and a copy can be found on the site by going to How To Find Us and following the link, you will also find full directions to the venue. ‘AA’ signs will be provided on all major routes.
www.bristolmodrailex.co.uk/index....
10am-6.30pm, Thornbury Leisure Centre
Preparations for the show are going well and details of the layouts, demonstrators, traders and societies will be added to the website below as they become available.
Tickets will be available on the days of the show at the door, they are also available in advance at a reduced rate, or in person only at Modelmania & Cheltenham Models.
For full details of all ticket prices and an application form for advance tickets please follow the link below to Advance Tickets.
The show is a great day out for all the family, with plenty of free parking. Refreshments, a full meal, a snack or just a drink will be available inside the hall, with full disabled access. Be sure to keep an eye on the web site over the show weekend from Thursday 29th April, as pictures of the show will be added each day, you never know you might spot yourself.
The bus timetable is confirmed and a copy can be found on the site by going to How To Find Us and following the link, you will also find full directions to the venue. ‘AA’ signs will be provided on all major routes.
www.bristolmodrailex.co.uk/index....
10am-5pm, Thornbury Leisure Centre
Preparations for the show are going well and details of the layouts, demonstrators, traders and societies will be added to the website below as they become available.
Tickets will be available on the days of the show at the door, they are also available in advance at a reduced rate, or in person only at Modelmania & Cheltenham Models.
For full details of all ticket prices and an application form for advance tickets please follow the link below to Advance Tickets.
The show is a great day out for all the family, with plenty of free parking. Refreshments, a full meal, a snack or just a drink will be available inside the hall, with full disabled access. Be sure to keep an eye on the web site over the show weekend from Thursday 29th April, as pictures of the show will be added each day, you never know you might spot yourself.
The bus timetable is confirmed and a copy can be found on the site by going to How To Find Us and following the link, you will also find full directions to the venue. ‘AA’ signs will be provided on all major routes.
www.bristolmodrailex.co.uk/index....
7.30pm, Jubilee Hall, Alveston
Mrs S Dodds & Mrs S Smith Not so common on the Common
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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7.30-9.30pm, 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, Jubilee Hall, Alveston
Alan Clarke The Wye Valley and Forest of Dean
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...
11th-13th June, 10am-4pm, Rose Cottage, Shellards Lane, Alveston, BS35 3SY
Jekka's Herb Farm Open Days offer a unique opportunity to browse amongst 600+ varieties of organically grown herbs, meet Jekka and the team, and pick up some expert tips and advice.
In 2010, we're delighted to welcome on-site caterers, Berry Blue, who will offer seasonal refreshments using locally sourced ingredients. So there's no need to rush off for lunch - visit us, and make a day of it!
Click below for further details.
www.jekkasherbfarm.com
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, Jubilee Hall, Alveston
Dr G Hargreaves Herbaceous Borders and their Plants
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.
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...
7.30-9.30pm, 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:
23rd-25th July, 10am-4pm, Rose Cottage, Shellards Lane, Alveston, BS35 3SY
Jekka's Herb Farm Open Days offer a unique opportunity to browse amongst 600+ varieties of organically grown herbs, meet Jekka and the team, and pick up some expert tips and advice.
In 2010, we're delighted to welcome on-site caterers, Berry Blue, who will offer seasonal refreshments using locally sourced ingredients. So there's no need to rush off for lunch - visit us, and make a day of it!
Click below for further details.
www.jekkasherbfarm.com
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...
28th & 29th August, The Wheatsheaf Inn, Chapel Street,Thornbury
Food and Craft Fair. See Notice Board for more details or call Russ on 01454 412356.
3rd-5th September, 10am-4pm, Rose Cottage, Shellards Lane, Alveston, BS35 3SY
Jekka's Herb Farm Open Days offer a unique opportunity to browse amongst 600+ varieties of organically grown herbs, meet Jekka and the team, and pick up some expert tips and advice.
In 2010, we're delighted to welcome on-site caterers, Berry Blue, who will offer seasonal refreshments using locally sourced ingredients. So there's no need to rush off for lunch - visit us, and make a day of it!
Click below for further details.
www.jekkasherbfarm.com
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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7.30-10pm, 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, 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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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, 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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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, 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.
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...
7.30-9.30pm, 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:
