Dear all,
At the moment there are only two of us keeping the website events’ calendar up-to-date and producing the newsletter, and one providing valuable technical expertise maintaining the website. Both Anne and Janet do a considerable amount of work each month and extra help would be hugely appreciated. Do email info@minchlife.com if you feel you could help.
We do hope as many of you as possible will be able to attend the Switching on of the Lights’ event on Sunday, 29th November – the road will be closed, the choirs will be leading the carol singing and the Crown will be serving drinks – let’s build on last year’s success!
Remembrance Festival Weekend
As mentioned last month, there are events at Holy Trinity Church and the Market House, Minchinhampton from Friday, 6th November until Sunday, 8th November. Full details in the events list below. We have now been informed that on Saturday 7th November there will be a free showing at Minchinhampton Market House of the film ‘Testament of Youth’. The event starts at 6.30 pm with war poetry readings, followed at 7.30pm by the film. ‘Testament of Youth’ is a WW1 story of love, war and remembrance, adapted from the best-selling memoir by Vera Brittain, which is a testimony of WW1 from a woman’s point of view. Entrance is free. There will be a licensed bar and a collection in aid of the ‘Help the Heroes’ charity.
‘Memorials to the Missing’ returns to Holy Trinity, Minchinhampton
Sunday, 8th November 6.30pm. Holy Trinity, Bell Lane, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BP
Tickets £12 from Minchinhampton Post Office and on the door. All proceeds to Help for Heroes.
THE STORY of one Gloucestershire man’s determination to ensure that those killed or missing in the First World War would never be forgotten is to be brought back to life at Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton, this Remembrance season. “Four years ago, eight friends staged a rehearsed reading of Memorials to the Missing at Holy Trinity” says John Mounsey, the director.” The performance was so warmly received, with many people asking for it to be repeated, that the group is bringing it back as part of a wider programme of events marking Remembrance Sunday”.
Originally written for BBC Radio 4, Stephen Wyatt’s award-winning play dramatises the struggle of Major-General Sir Fabian Ware, who is buried at Amberley, to establish what became the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. Ware, a former teacher and journalist, served during the First World War and became convinced that the dead of the conflict should be commemorated equally, regardless of race, rank or creed. His vision met fierce opposition, both within the military establishment and among influential figures at home. The play introduces several of the personalities who helped – and, more often, hindered – Ware in his campaign. At intervals, the action is punctuated by the voices of three dead soldiers, representing the many thousands who fought and died and who, without Ware’s intervention, might have remained anonymous and forgotten.
The Royal British Legion
The Royal British Legion was founded in 1921 following WW1. It continues to support retired and serving personnel from all branches of the Armed forces, veterans and their families. The help provided includes both physical and mental disorders, financial and legal support, benefits and debt advice plus health and wellbeing. Minchinhampton was one of the first Branches in the country to be founded and has served the local community for over 100 years.
There is more to the Legion than the annual Poppy Appeal and Act of Remembrance. One of our main goals will always be to keep Remembrance alive and to raise awareness of the sacrifices made by our armed forces across the years, and still today. Through our work with local schools and scouting groups, we try to ensure that future generations will not forget the gallant service of the brave men and women of our armed forces. We hold an archive of those who fell in WW1 & WW2 and read out their names during Remembrance Ceremonies. In the past we have organised many social events and outings including visits to Flanders and Normandy and also providing local community support.
The Royal British Legion in Minchinhampton became a County Supported Branch in 2022 because we were unable to form a full committee. This was mainly due to an ageing membership which is still a problem today. In order to ensure the future of the Branch we need new members to invigorate and strengthen the membership. We welcome men and women of all ages, and you do not need to have served in the armed forces to become a member. Why don’t you come along and meet us? This year’s Remembrance details are published on our website. We meet in April and October (AGM) at 7.00pm in the Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton. Our meetings in 2027 take place on Wednesday, 14th April and Wednesday, 13th October. Visit our website here. For further information, please contact the Branch Point or email rogersims@aol.com
HRH The Princess Royal Visits Horsfall House
Horsfall House was delighted to welcome Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal and her husband, Sir Tim Laurence, for a special visit recognising colleagues, volunteers, students and supporters whose often unseen contributions are vital to the success of Horsfall House. During the visit, Her Royal Highness and Sir Tim met colleagues from across the organisation, including members of the kitchen and laundry teams, whose work helps ensure residents are comfortable, well supported and cared for each day. They spent time with residents and day centre clients, joining in with their activities, and gained an insight into our students’ experiences on placement from Stroud and Cirencester colleges.
The visit provided an opportunity to thank the volunteers whose commitment and kindness play such an important role in the Horsfall House community, from offering companionship to supporting gardening, pet therapy, music, fundraising and governance. Chair of Trustees, Duncan Wood, also showed Her Royal Highness some of the proposals currently under consultation for the future development of Horsfall House. These include options for a new lift and an extension to the Gatcombe Lounge, aimed at improving accessibility, enhancing communal facilities and helping the charity meet the needs of local people for years to come.
Brian Leitch, Chief Executive of Horsfall House, said: “We are sincerely grateful for Her Royal Highness’s continued support and patronage, which means a great deal to everyone connected with Horsfall House. As a charity rooted in the local community, it was a valuable opportunity to highlight the contribution of our staff, volunteers and supporters in helping us provide excellent care and support for residents, clients and their families.”
The visit concluded with the presentation of a pumpkin posy, kindly donated by local florist Gemma Melsome, to Her Royal Highness on behalf of everyone at Horsfall House. Photographs from the visit will be shared on our website here in the coming days, once approval has been received.
News from the Market House
Experience the Best of West End Theatre – Right on Your Doorstep. Get ready for an unforgettable evening of world-class drama as National Theatre Live returns to the Market House, Minchinhampton. Saturday, 5th December 7:30pm “Golden Boy.” Mark your calendars for an extraordinary screening of Clifford Odets’ classic drama, Golden Boy, starring acclaimed actor Josh O’Connor (The Crown, Challengers). This compelling masterpiece explores the intense conflict between fame, passion, and artistic identity. O’Connor delivers a powerhouse performance as Joe Bonaparte, a talented young violinist drawn into the high-stakes world of boxing. With gripping storytelling and stunning production quality captured live from the London stage, this is a screening you won’t want to miss. Tickets available from the Market Stores or online here.
Saturday, 23rd January Race Night with special performances by ‘The Dazzle Showgirls’ – save the date for a fun-filled fundraising evening. All proceeds to go to the Market House.
There’s also an exciting NT Live lineup planned for the new year:
Noël Coward’s Hay Fever – Saturday, 6th February at 7.30pm
Prepare for a night of sparkling wit and classic comedy starring screen legend Richard E. Grant. Coward’s hilarious farce follows the eccentric Bliss family as their chaotic weekend house party unravels into sheer theatrical delight.
The Motive and the Cue – Saturday, 6th March at 7.30pm
Directed by Academy Award winner Sam Mendes, this critically acclaimed production goes behind the scenes of one of theatre history’s most iconic moments. It tells the captivating story of the turbulent rehearsals between Richard Burton and John Gielgud as they prepare for a groundbreaking Broadway production of Hamlet.
Allotment Plots Available Now!
Fancy growing your own fruit and vegetables, enjoying the outdoors and meeting new people? Minchinhampton Parish Council has allotment plots available immediately for just £35 per year, plus a £30 deposit. With a range of plot sizes available, there’s something to suit everyone! Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced gardener, no previous experience is needed – everyone is welcome.
Interested in growing your own? Contact the Deputy Clerk at deputyclerk@minchinhampton-pc.gov.uk, call 01453 731186, or pop into the Trap House during office hours.
News from Cotswold Club
Cosmina would like to thank everyone involved following the recent successful auctions, raising money for the refurbishment of the main bar flooring. On Sunday, 15th November the old carpet will be removed and on Monday, 16th the area will be closed for five days whilst new hard-flooring is laid. Please note that the club will still be open, and the front and side bars will be in action.
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Amberley Inn, Culver Hill
Every Thursday 4.00- 6.00pm. Thirsty Thursdays. 25% off drinks
Thursday 5th Nov. 5.00-8.00pm. Guy Fawkes Gathering (with short bursts of silent fireworks). No tickets required.
Sunday, 8th Nov. 10.00am-12.00noon. Remembrance Sunday Charity Coffee Morning, complementary tea, coffee and biscuits
Thursday, 19th Nov. 7.00pm Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrive! £36 per person, 3 courses and wine
Friday, 20th Nov. Fish Friday catch of the day £19.95 per person
Thursday, 26th Nov. 7.30-10.00pm Quiz Night £2 per person, max 6 per team
Friday, 27th Nov. Black Friday at the Amberley Inn. Watch website/Facebook for news
Saturday, 28th Nov. 12.00noon-4.00pm Christmas Bottomless Brunch £35 per person
Sunday, 29th Nov. 2.30-6.00pm The Great Amberley Pickle & Tipple Competition Details here.
Bookings and more information online here or tel 01453 872565 or email enquiries@theamberleyinn.co.uk
Amberley Shop and Cafe, Holy Trinity Church, Amberley
Saturday, 14th Nov. 9.00-10.00am. Barista Training Coffee Morning for anyone interested in joining the volunteering team. More details and reserve a spot here
Tuesday, 17th Nov. 3.30-6.30pm. Christmas Launch. Christmas stock will be on shelves and supplier tastings.
Sunday, 29th Nov. 2.30-3.30pm. Musical Sunday – The Common Voices Choir.
https://www.amberleyshopandcafe.co.uk 01453 616061
Burleigh Court Hotel, The Roundabouts, Brimscombe
New – Steak dinners for two, (Glass of fizz on arrival, followed by an indulgent 800g steak made for sharing, before finishing with a dessert for two. £80 for two Thursday, Friday & Saturday. (Advance reservation only, with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice).
New – Ten shared plates: Monday to Thursday for ten-course casual dining experience
Sunday, 8th – Tuesday, 10th Nov. The Winter Pause Retreat.
Friday, 27th November. 12.00noon-4.00pm. Wreath Making in the Burleigh Bothy with afternoon tea
Bookings and more information online here or telephone 01453 883804
The Crown Inn, High Street, Minchinhampton
Wednesday, 4th Nov. 6.00- 9.00pm. Locals’ Night. 2 courses for £25 and 3 for £30.
Sunday, 8th Nov. 9.00–11.00am Remembrance Sunday complementary tea/coffee, donations to Royal British Legion.
Thursday, 26th Nov. 7.30-11.00pm Monthly Quiz Night. £2.00 per person and a surprise voucher for the winners.
Bookings and more information online here or telephone 01453 608010
The Long Table and Brimscombe Mill
Friday, 6th Nov. 6.00- 8.00pm. Ordinary Folk – Four piece collective playing folk music
Friday, 13th Nov. 6.00- 8.00pm. The Bob Porter Project – A six piece rock band.
Friday, 20th Nov. 6.00-8.00pm. Steve Ferbrache – resident musician
Saturday, 21th Nov. 11.00am-12.00noon. Mini Makers’ Market – young artisans and craftspeople
Friday, 27th Nov. 6.00-8.00pm Just the Two of Us – Classic covers
For more information and tickets check the Long Table website here.
Brimscombe Mill
Regulars – Kids Stuff, Sayeed the Tailor, Brimscombe Mill Run Club, Family evening, Kids Stuff Saturday Crafts, Games and Activities.
Friday, 6th Nov. 4.30-6.30pm. Panini World Cup Sticker Swap
Saturday 7th Nov. 10.00-11.30am. Bike Marking with PCSO Loveridge
Saturday 7th Nov. 10.00am-2.00pm. Wear Next Gear Amnesty and Pop Up Shop
Thursday 19th Nov. 7.00-9.00pm. Christmas Craft Night Bookings required.
Friday 20th Nov. 11.00am-6.00pm. Gloucestershire House Clearances Christmas Sale
For more information and tickets check the Brimscombe Mill website here
Further Afield
Barn Theatre, Cirencester
1st-7th Nov. The King’s Speech by David Seidler
11th-14th Nov. The Witches of Eastwick. A musical comedy.
21st Nov-3rd Jan. Honk! Inspired by “The Ugly Duckling” – festive fun.
Box Office 01285 648255 barntheatre.org.uk.
Cotswold Playhouse, Stroud
6th Nov. 7.30pm. The Great Escape (film) £8 (£5 for under 18)
25th – 28th Nov. 7.30pm. Orgreave £16 Cotswold Players (miners’ strike – battle of Orgreave – thousands of striking miners pitted against thousands of police.
Bookings and more information cotswoldplayhouse.co.uk or Box Office 0333 666 3366
Friday 27th November. 3.00-9.00pm. Nailsworth Goodwill Evening.
Dates for your Diaries
Saturday, 5th Dec. 7.00pm. Longfield Winter Concert with Churchdown Male Voice Choir. Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton
Saturday, 5th Dec. 7.30pm. NT Live “Golden Boy” Market House, Minchinhampton
Friday, 11th Dec. 7.30pm. Minchinhampton Local History Group “Magic Lantern Christmas Show. Market House, Minchinhampton
Friday, 11th 7.30pm and Saturday, 12th. 4.00pm Stuart Singers’ Christmas Concert. Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton
Saturday, 12th Dec. 7.30pm. Christmas Disco Market House, Minchinhampton
Sunday, 13th Dec. 10.30am-3.00pm. Santa Paws Amberley Inn. A festive day for the whole family including four-legged friends.
Saturday, 19th Dec. 7.30pm. Thames Head Singers’ Christmas Concert “Song of Mary”
Monday 21st Dec. A trip to Stratford and RSC “Three Musketeers” with Ian and Katie Jarvis.
More information regarding tickets etc can be found on our Events calendar here.
Events
For further information of these events and details on how to book, please go to our website here. Also, please remember a list of regular weekly events can be found at the top of the Events’ page – click on a day of the week and you will see what is taking place, where and at what time. For instance, the weekly Community Coffee Morning (with weekly notices) is held every Monday from 10.00am-12.00 noon at the Cotswold Club, High Street.
If you know of a weekly event which is not covered on our website please let us know and we will add it to the Drop Down list for weekly events.
Sunday, 1st Nov – 8.45-10.00am Parish Breakfast Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton. Join everyone for breakfast with a selection of cereals, croissants, bacon rolls, juice, tea and coffee.
Monday, 2nd Nov – 8.00-9.30pm Pints and Perspectives Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton. A friendly discussion exploring life’s big questions – this month ‘Finding Happiness’. All welcome
Tuesday, 3rd Nov – 2.30-4.30pm Afternoon Fellowship Group: with Local Historian Martin Beaufort Porch Room, Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton All welcome. More information from Sue Fairley on 01453 873139
Tuesday, 3rd Nov – 7.30-9.30pm MinchCAN Meeting Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton Come along to find out more about MinchCAN (Climate Action Network).
Wednesday, 4th Nov – 2.30-4.30pm Minchinhampton Women’s Institute: A Photographic Journey through Patagonia Coronation Scout Hut, Dr Browns Road, Minchinhampton For more information, contact Sandy (President) emery31@btinternet.com, Christina (Secretary) gooch764@btinternet.com or Joy (Minch Life liaison rep) joyburr005@gmail.com
Thursday, 5th Nov – 10.00am-12.30pm Digital Drop-in – Free advice Minchinhampton Community Library, School Road. Ask in the library or telephone 01453 885497 to book a time slot.
Thursday, 5th Nov – 10.30am-12.00noon Hampton Probus: Coalfields and Gloucestershire Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton. For further information contact: webmaster@hamptonprobus.co.uk
Thursday, 5th Nov – 6.00-8.00pm Bonfire and Pizza Hill House, Amberley Family friendly social event. No fireworks. email: sanctuarybreaks@gmail.com to find out more and book a place
Friday, 6th Nov – 6.20-6.40pm Beaudesert Annual Fireworks Display The school hopes many of you will be able to watch the display from the Common or down in Nailsworth.
Friday, 6th Nov – 6.30-9.00pm Box Bar Box Village Hall An enjoyable social hub for the village.
Friday, 6th Nov – 7.30pm Talk on the Gloucestershire Regiment at Waterloo War Memories Market House, Minchinhampton Followed by letters from the Front and personal recollections. Tickets: £5.00 from the Market Stores, Minchinhampton All proceeds to Help for Heroes.
Saturday, 7th Nov – All day and Sunday, 8th Nov after 11.00am – Wartime History Exhibition Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton
Saturday, 7th Nov – 10.00am-12.00noon Coffee Morning Porch Room, Holy Trinity Church Minchinhampton. All welcome. If you require a lift please call 01453 889004
Saturday, 7th Nov – 10.00am-12.00noon Repair Café Minchinhampton Community Library, School Road. Free monthly service organised by Eco Church and Minch Can. For further information contact canminch@gmail.com
Saturday, 7th Nov – 6.30pm War Poetry and 7.30pm Film (Testament of Youth) Market House, Minchinhampton Free entry
Saturday, 7th Nov – 6.30-9.00pm Thai evening – Pan-Asian Dishes Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton All you can eat buffet. Followed by a relaxing music night. £19.99 per person. Bookings 01453 882315 or speak to bar staff.
Sunday, 8th Nov – 10.50am Remembering Minchinhampton’s fallen War Memorial, Market Square, Minchinhampton
Sunday, 8th Nov – 6.30pm Memorials to the Missing Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton. Rehearsed reading of Stephen Wyatt’s radio play. £12.00 from the Post Office, Minchinhampton. All proceeds to Help for Heroes.
Monday, 9th Nov – 10.30am-12.00noon Poems in the Porch Room Porch Room, Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton. Welcomes all, but especially people who are living with memory problems. Contact Jo Smith on 01453 834714 for further information.
Monday, 9th Nov – 12.30-2.00pm Poetry & Words (Minchinhampton Folk Club), Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton. This meeting is subsidised by the Folk Club so there will be no entry charge but please support the Cotswold Club by using the coffee machine or the bar for drinks.
Monday, 9th Nov – 7.00-9.30pm Minchinhampton Parish Council Planning Committee The Trap House, West End. Members of the public wishing to join the meeting should email the clerk to confirm details. Email: clerk@minchinhampton-pc.gov.uk
Tuesday, 10th Nov -10.15am-12.15pm Scrabble Group Minchinhampton Community Library, School Road Newcomers welcome.
Wednesday, 11th Nov – 11.00-11.30am Royal British Legion Memorial to celebrate Armistice Day Gathering War Memorial, Market Square, Minchinhampton. There will be no road closure so attendees need to be cautious of through traffic.
Wednesday, 11th Nov – 2.30-4.00pm Just Sing! Minchinhampton Community Library, School Road. Social singing group. Call David on 07557 640687 to check if spaces available
Thursday, 12th Nov – 10.00am-12.00noon Minchinhampton Probus: Time Porch Room, Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton. Meeting starts 10.30am. New members and guests welcome. For further information please contact Steve Hoskin on 07511 324088
Thursday, 12th Nov – 7.30-10.00pm Antiques Roadshow Box Village Hall. (Doors open 6.30 pm). Nailsworth Rotary Club are hosting this event with auctioneer Philip Taubenheim of Wotton Auction Rooms. He will talk about the life of an auctioneer following which he gives his opinion on treasures brought along by the audience. To book your place and pay please call 07490 220773, or pay on the door. All proceeds to local charities.
Thursday, 12th Nov – 7.23-10.45pm Poker Night Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton One table of dealers choice. £30 max chips. 1 buy in. Keith Allen will be hosting and in his words ‘keeping it friendly’
Thursday, 12th Nov – 7.30-9.30pm Amberley Gardening Club: The History of Painswick Rococo Garden Amberley Parish Rooms. Guests are welcome at a charge of £4. For more information please contact christo.p.bailey@outlook.com
Friday, 13th Nov – 8.50am-5.00pm A trip to Oxford Christmas Shops/Ashmolean Museum with Ian and Katie Jarvis Coach/Parking £31.00. Contact: Ian (& Katie) Jarvis 01453 833131, Mobile: 07403 899599, Mobile: 07802 357478
Friday, 13th Nov – 7.30-10.30pm Gin Night (in aid of Bone Cancer Research) Market House, Minchinhampton Gin tasting, quiz, raffle Entry £20 per person. Tickets available from https://buytickets.at/minchginnight
Saturday, 14th Nov – 9.00-10.00am Barista Coffee Training Morning Amberley Shop and Café, Holy Trinity Church, Amberley For anyone interested in joining the volunteering team. More details and reserve a spot here https://www.amberleyshopandcafe.co.uk/barista#barista-form
Saturday, 14th Nov – 7.00-10.00pm Wine Tasting Party Box Village Hall Tasting of 10 wines, Cheese, bread and accompaniments, Fun Wine Quiz, £20 per person. For tickets and further information please email Ginny – vmartin6@aol.com
Saturday, 14th Nov – 7.00-9.30pm Dido & Aeneas (La Mattina and Ensemble La Notte) Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton Semi-staged performance of Henry Purcell’s opera performed by candlelight. More information and tickets £20.00 (children free) here.
Monday, 16th Nov – 7.00-9.30pm Minchinhampton Parish Council Finance Committee The Trap House, West End. Members of the public wishing to join the meeting should email the clerk to confirm details. Email: clerk@minchinhampton-pc.gov.uk
Monday, 16th Nov – 7.30-9.00pm Minchinhampton Gardening Club: A Garden above the Estuary Minchinhampton School Hall, School Road. New members welcome. For more information please contact John Goodwin at johngoodwin99@outlook.com
Tuesday, 17th Nov – 2.30-4.00pm Cotteswold Naturalists: Work of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission Box Village Hall Contribution of £5 from visitors is requested. Followed by refreshments at no additional charge. For more information contact cnfcmembershipsec@outlook.com or on the website here.
Tuesday, 17th Nov – 3.30-5.00pm Tack Marking Event Stroud Farm Services, Cirencester Road Police Information Point (PIP) Stroud. Bring along your saddles and bridles to be stamped and/or forensically marked.
Tuesday, 17th Nov – 7.30-9.30pm Minch Book Club The Crown, High Street. Book for discussion: “The Essex Serpent” by Sarah Perry . For further information please contact: Rachel Montgomery at rachel@monty.one or 07715 303707
Tuesday, 17th Nov – 7.30-10.00pm Fragments – Poems of Mental Health and Hope Amberley Parish Rooms Presented by Brendan Conboy. Free entry. More info here.
Tuesday, 17th Nov – 7.30-9.30pm Box Gardening Club: Secret Gardens of the Cotswolds Box Village Hall Visitors welcome £4 per talk. Contact: Email BoxGarden@box-village.com. For more information regarding Membership contact Gill Ogle 01453 839041
Wednesday, 18th Nov – 10.30am-12.00noon. Social Book Club Minchinhampton Community Library, School Road. This month’s topic is “An Irish author”. Newcomers welcome.
Thursday, 19th Nov – 9.30-11.00am Stroud Businesswomen’s Network Meeting Minchinhampton New Golf Course, off Hampton Hill. This month’s topic, the right awards for your business. Non-members who would like a free introductory meeting please email enquiries@stroudbusinesswomen.org.uk
Thursday, 19th Nov – 10.00am-12.30pm Digital Drop-in – Free advice Minchinhampton Community Library, School Road. Ask in the library or telephone 01453 885497 to book a time slot.
Thursday, 19th Nov – 10.30am-12.00noon Hampton Probus: Thieval Arch, Somme Memorial Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton. For further information contact: webmaster@hamptonprobus.co.uk
Thursday, 19th Nov – 12.00-3.30pm Minchinhampton Ladies Lunch Club: Driving for Older Drivers The Old Lodge, Minchinhampton Common. New members welcome but it is important to contact Sandy Emery before attending the lunch. emery31@btinternet.com
Friday, 20th Nov – 9.00am-12.00pm Minchinhampton Additional Needs Support Group (MAPS) The Nursery, Minchinhampton Primary School Everyone is welcome. For parents and carers of children with additional needs – diagnosed, suspected or still finding answers.
Friday, 20th Nov – 12.00noon-2.30pm Friday Lunch The Porch Room, Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton. All welcome to a two-course hot lunch with coffee, or tea. Sign–up sheet at the back of the Church to help with planning, and if you have particular dietary needs. Donations accepted on the day. For further information contact: Linda or Stephen
Jarvis 884545.
Friday, 20th Nov – 5.00-9.00pm Woodfired Pizza in the Undercroft Market House, Minchinhampton. Bookings in advance would be useful (but not essential) – please contact: email: hello@midnightpizza.co.uk, tel 07800 742798 or click here
Friday, 20th Nov – 6.30-9.00pm Box Bar Box Village Hall An enjoyable social hub for the village.
Friday, 20th Nov – 6.45-9.00pm Cotswold Sessions Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton. Friendly folk tune and song session. For all abilities.
Saturday, 21st Nov – 10.30am-3.30pm Christmas Craft Fayre Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton Art, Craft and Gift stalls, refreshments, music. Entry £1.00 per person (children 16 and under free)
Saturday, 21st Nov – 7.30-10.00 Wendy’s Christmas Bingo Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton
Sunday, 22nd Nov – 7.45-10.00pm Arkie’s Quiz Night Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton. £4.00 per team of four.
Wednesday, 25th Nov – 2.30-4.00pm Just Sing! Minchinhampton Community Library, School Road. Social singing group. Call David on 07557 640687 to check if spaces available
Thursday, 26th Nov – Saturday, 28th Nov 7.30pm (Matinee on Saturday 2.30pm) Over the Rainbow (Minchinhampton Players) Market House, Minchinhampton A Minchinhampton Pantomime, written by members of the large cast. Tickets £14.00 from Market Stores (Cash or card).
Thursday, 26th Nov 10.00am-12.00noon Minchinhampton Probus: Undercover Saul Porch Room, Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton. Meeting starts 10.30am. New members and guests welcome. For further information please contact Steve Hoskin on 07511 324088
Thursday, 26th Nov 7.23-10.45pm Poker Night Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton One table of dealers choice. £30 max chips. 1 buy in. Keith Allen will be hosting and in his words ‘keeping it friendly’
Thursday, 26th Nov – 7.45-10.00pm Guest Night: Andy Popplestone at Minchinhampton Folk Club Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton For more information contact: janbsanderson@gmail.com
Saturday, 28th Nov – 10.00am-1.00pm Horsfall House Christmas Fair Horsfall House, Windmill Road, Minchinhampton Unique stalls, refreshments, entertainment. For more information click here or contact Sarah Jackson
Saturday, 28th Nov – 10.00-2.30pm Walking & Wildlife Group – a Walk around the Heavens led by Neil Baker Please contact karencolebourn@gmail.com to be added to the circulation list.
Saturday, 28th Nov – 4.30-6.00pm Jill Crossland Piano Recital Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton Playing Bach, Mozart and Chopin. Free admission. Retiring collection. Refreshments available.
Sunday, 29th Nov – 2.00-5.00pm Bellringers Full Peal Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton A full peal is going to be rung by a group of visiting ringers. A peal consists of 5040 changes and takes about 3 hours to complete. This is a relatively rare and challenging accomplishment – the last peal rung in Minchinhampton was in August 2007.
Sunday, 29th Nov – 4.30-6.00pm MinchLights: Advent Carols and Christmas Tree Lights switch on Market Square, Minchinhampton
Monday, 30th Nov – 7.00-9.30pm Minchinhampton Parish Council Full Council Meeting The Baptist Church, Tetbury Street. Members of the public wishing to join the meeting should email the clerk to confirm details. Email: clerk@minchinhampton-pc.gov.uk
As always, please do get in touch if you would like us to add anything to our newsletters or if you see any omissions or alterations. If you know of any newcomers to the town, please do tell them about MinchLife and this newsletter.
Anne and Janet
info@minchlife.com