Minchinhampton Women’s Institute: The Honey Bee and Beekeeping
Minchinhampton Women’s Institute: The Honey Bee and Beekeeping
Speaker: Brian Miller-Hall For further information please contact Pam at pam439@btinternet.com
Please click on each day to see what's happening on that day. Although these events are weekly for most of the year, there may be occasions where this is not possible (e.g. school holidays, COVID restrictions, illness etc). Please contact the organisers for more information. If you'd like to add or amend an event, please email Info@MinchLife.com
8.00am – 7.00pm Minchinhampton Fitness Hub Trainer–led gym sessions Tobacconist Road 07446 836792 Richard.Wathern@sportily.org.uk Gym website
9.00am – 3.00pm Amberley Playgroup Cathy Brown 01453 872571
9.15am Dru Yoga West End 01453 885254 HilaryBellhouse@icloud.com
10.00 – 12.00noon Community Coffee Morning Cotswold Club, High Street 01453 882315
11.00am Dru Yoga West End 01453 885254 HilaryBellhouse@icloud.com
12.30 – 1.30pm Gentle Chair Pilates Minchinhampton Scout Hut Michelle@PlusPilates.net
1.30 – 2.30pm Pilates Minchinhampton Scout Hut Michelle@PlusPilates.net
2.00 – 4.30pm Community Library School Road 01453 885497 Library website
2.30pm Dru Yoga West End 01453 885254 HilaryBellhouse@icloud.com
3.30 – 4.30pm Amberley Mobile Service Post Office on road by Black Horse Public House
4.00 – 4.30pm / 4.30 – 5.00pm La Jolie Ronde French Classes for Primary children Minchinhampton Scout Hut 07967 712350 JulietteCarpenter@googlemail.com
5.30pm Rainbows Minchinhampton Debbie Litchfield 07776 237459 Debbie.Litchfield@virginmedia.com
6.15 – 7.15pm Dazzle Country Chicks Dance (from June 2024) The Market House, Minchinhampton 01453 886444 Sarah@DazzleWorkshops.co.uk
6.30 for 6.45pm Duplicate Bridge (members only) Cotswold Club, High Street Sec@RodboroughBridgeClub.co.uk
7.00 – 9.45pm Gentle Duplicate Bridge Day Centre Lounge, Horsfall House, Windmill Road JimEdwards811@gmail.com
7.30 – 8.30pm Dazzle Heels Dance (from June 2024) The Market House, Minchinhampton 01453 886444 Sarah@DazzleWorkshops.co.uk
7.30 – 9.00pm Community Choir In winter: Porch Room, Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton (in summer: Market House Undercroft) Choir@MinchLife.com
7.30 – 9.00pm Amberley Community Choir Amberley Parish Rooms AmberleyCC@gmail.com
8.00 – 9.00pm Adult Ballet Classes (term-time) Minchinhampton Scout Hut 07818 293999 JenniferSibbald9@gmail.com
8.00 – 9.15pm Dazzle Ladies Dance & Stretch Box Village Hall 01453 886444 Sarah@DazzleWorkshops.co.uk
8.15 – 9.45am Salt Bakehouse White Van Box Village Hall Car Park 01453 840218 Info@SaltBakehouse.co.uk
9.00 – 10.45am Minchkins (pre-school crafts & activities) Minchinhampton Community Hub, Tobacconist Road (term time only) LizzyBrucekins@gmail.com
9.30am Dru Yoga West End 01453 885254 HilaryBellhouse@icloud.com
9.45 – 11.45am Amberley Toddlers Group Andrea Glover 01453 872571
10.00 – 12.30 Community Library School Road 01453 885497 Library website
11.00 – 12.00noon Pete the Fish (fresh fish for sale) Box Village Hall Car Park 07810 326809 PeteBeldam@live.co.uk (not bank holiday weeks)
11.15 – 12.15pm EXTEND Exercise (over 60's/limited mobility) Community Hub, Tobacconist Road 01453 886953 ClaireBader@hotmail.co.uk
12.00 – 1.00pm Essence of Yoga Box Village Hall Emma Taylor 07375 119937
2.00 – 4.30pm Community Library School Road 01453 885497 Library website
2.15 – 4.00pm Knit & Natter Community Library, School Road 01453 885497 Secretary@mclt.com
5.30 – 6.30pm Amberley Beaver Scouts Sara@AmberleyScouts.org.uk
6.30 – 7.30pm Slimming World Minchinhampton School Ruth 07565 470358
6.45 – 7.45pm Absolute Beginner Modern Line Dancing Minchinhampton School Lynne.e.Williams@icloud.com
7.00pm Dru Yoga West End 01453 885254 HilaryBellhouse@icloud.com
7.30 – 8.15pm Boxercise Minchinhampton Fitness Hub, Tobacconist Road 07446 836792 Richard.Wathern@sportily.org.uk Gym website
7.00 – 8.30pm Kishori yoga Amberley Hall Elles Theulen 07815 552952 KishoriYoga@gmail.com
8.00am – 7.00pm Minchinhampton Fitness Hub Trainer–led gym sessions Tobacconist Road 07446 836792 Richard.Wathern@sportily.org.uk Gym website
8:30 – 12:00noon Minchinhampton Market The Market House French@BroadlandsMinch.co.uk
9.00am – 3.00pm Amberley Playgroup Cathy Brown 01453 872571
9.15 – 10.15am Mat Work Pilates Box Village Hall Suitable for all levels 07732 697991 Elizabeth@PilatesInStroud.com
9.15 – 10.30am Dazzle Ladies Dance & Stretch The Market House, Minchinhampton 01453 886444 Sarah@DazzleWorkshops.co.uk
10.00 Outdoor Tai Chi Qi Gong (when weather permitting) Minchinhampton football & cricket pitch 07786 003993 ClaireBader@hotmail.co.uk
11.00am Joe's Easy Tai Chi & Movement Box Village Hall 07960 753782 Joe@Passion4Laughter.com
12.00noon Armchair Yoga Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton 01453 885254 HilaryBellhouse@icloud.com
2.00 – 3.30pm Weekly Walking Group Starting at The Crown, High Street 01453 832542
3.30 – 4.15pm BOING kid's play and games Minchinhampton Fitness Hub, Tobacconist Road 07446 836792 Richard.Wathern@sportily.org.uk Gym website
4.00 – 6.00pm Minchinhampton Youth Club (school years 2 – 5) Minchinhampton Fitness Hub, Tobacconist Road 07446 836792 Richard.Wathern@sportily.org.uk Gym website
5.15 – 5.45pm Young Adults Basketball Pick-up Community Hub, Tobacconist Road MYC@minchchurch.org.uk
6.00 – 6.30pm Beginners Running Club Minchinhampton Fitness Hub, Tobacconist Road 07446 836792 Richard.Wathern@sportily.org.uk
6.00 – 7.30pm Amberley Brownies 01453 452316 JHopkins63@sky.com
6.30 – 8.00pm Minchinhampton Youth Club (school years 5 – 8) Community Hub, Tobacconist Road MYC@MinchChurch.org.uk
6.15 – 7.45pm Amberley Guides 07931 607051 NickyYoung@sky.com
6.45 – 7.45pm Line Dancing Beginners Minchinhampton School 07740 933430 Lynne.e.Williams@icloud.com
6.45 – 7.45pm Fundamental Mat Work Pilates suitable all levels Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton 07732 697991 Elizabeth@PilatesInStroud.com
7.30 – 8.30pm Dazzle Musical Theatre Dance Box Village Hall 01453 886444 Sarah@DazzleWorkshops.co.uk
7.45 – 8.45pm Line Dancing Advanced Minchinhampton School 07740 933430 Lynne.e.Williams@icloud.com
8.00 – 9.00pm Mat Work Pilates Intermediate Level Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton 07732 697991 Elizabeth@PilatesInStroud.com
8.00pm Live Music Session (2nd and 4th Wednesday each month) The Crown, High Street
9.00am – 3.00pm Amberley Playgroup Cathy Brown 01453 872571
9.15 – 10.15am Pilates Littleworth Hall, Amberley 07986 0036027 www.Pulse4Life.co.uk
9.15 – 10.30am Dazzle Ladies Dance & Stretch Market House, Minchinhampton 01453 886444 Sarah@DazzleWorkshops.co.uk
9.30 – 10.30am Mat Work Pilates Holy Trinity, Minchinhampton 07732 697991 Elizabeth@PilatesInStroud.com
9.30 – 10.45am Pete the Fish (fresh fish for sale) Market Square 07810 326809 PeteBeldam@live.co.uk (not bank holiday weeks)
10.00 – 12.30pm Community Library School Road 01453 885497 Library website
1.45 – 4.15pm Box Art Group Box Village Hall 07456 560472 BoxArtGroupuk@gmail.com
2.00 – 4.30pm Community Library School Road 01453 885497 Library website
3.15 – 4.15pm Lego Session (term time only) Community Library, School Road 01453 885497
6.00 – 6.40pm Yoga (beginners) Minchinhampton Fitness Hub, Tobacconist Road 07446 836792 Richard.Wathern@sportily.org.uk Gym website
6.15 – 7.45pm Amberley Cub Scouts SEJenkins@btinternet.com
6.30 – 8pm Minchinhampton Rangers (every other Thursday) Baptist Hall, Tetbury Street Nicola Young 07931 607051 NickyYoung@sky.com
6.45 – 7.25pm Yoga (intermediate) Minchinhampton Fitness Hub, Tobacconist Road 07446 836792 Richard.Wathern@sportily.org.uk
7.30 – 8.15pm Boxercise Minchinhampton Fitness Hub, Tobacconist Road 07446 836792 Richard.Wathern@sportily.org.uk
7.30 – 9.00pm Bellringing Practice Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton 01453 884203 AKAyling@hotmail.com
7.30 – 10.45pm Minchinhampton Folk Club Cotswold Club, High Street Chris@ChrisNewton.co.uk
8.00 – 9.00pm Box Swimming Club Beaudesert Park School Andrew Pettit 834766 BoxSwim@Box-Village.com
7.00am Joe's Easy Tai Chi & Movement Market House 07960 753782 Joe@Passion4Laughter.com
8.00am – 6.00pm Minchinhampton Fitness Hub Trainer–led gym sessions Tobacconist Road 07446 836792 Richard.Wathern@sportily.org.uk Gym website
9.00am – 12.15pm Amberley Playgroup Cathy Brown 01453 872571
10.00am Joe's Easy Tai Chi & Movement Market House 07960 753782 Joe@Passion4Laughter.com
10.00am – 12.00noon Longfield Wellbeing Drop-in Sessions Longfield Community Hospice 01453 886868
10.00am – 12.30pm Community Library School Road 01453 885497 Library website
10.00am – 12.00noon Box Friday Morning Coffee Box Village Hall
1.30 – 2.30pm Pilates Minchinhampton Scout Hut Michelle@PlusPilates.net
2.00 – 4.30pm Community Library School Road 01453 885497 Library website
5.00 – 6.30pm Children's Church Choir & Fun Club Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton 01453 882289 Rector@MinchChurch.org.uk
7.00 – 9.00pm Amberley Scouts Andy@ExplorerScouts.co.uk
9.00 – 10.00am Weekend Workout Minchinhampton Rugby Club, GL6 9BD 07799 620117 BeFit@live.co.uk
10.00 – 12.30pm Community Library School Road 01453 885497 Library website
Various Church Services in Minchinhampton, Box, Brimscombe and Amberley. Check websites for details:
www.MinchChurch.org.uk (Holy Trinity Minchinhampton and St Barnabas, Box)
www.MinchBC.org.uk (Minchinhampton Baptist Church)
www.BrimscombeChurch.org.uk (Holy Trinity Brimscombe)
www.AmberleyChurch.org.uk (Anglican/Methodist LEP)
1.00 – 2.30pm Girls Rugby Minchinhampton Rugby Club, GL6 9BA Thomas.Nurse@yahoo.co.uk
This calendar is for events that are unique or happen less than once a week.
Speaker: Brian Miller-Hall For further information please contact Pam at pam439@btinternet.com
The first Wednesday evening of every month is locals night in the barn. The team at The Crown welcome locals to come down for a special set menu created by our talented head chef Luka. 2 courses for £20 and 3 courses for £25. Bookings are highly recommended as we expect this to be a… Read More »Local’s Night at the Crown
The Patient Participation Group (PPG) for Minchinhampton Surgery is changing the venue for committee meetings, to which all Minchinhampton Surgery patients are welcome. In future all meetings will be held in the Day Centre Room, Horsfall House. This applies to the three already announced committee meetings still to come this calendar year. The dates and times remain unchanged.… Read More »Patient Participation Group Committee Meeting
Speaker: Martin Gower Members with guests by Invitation. For further information contact: webmaster@hamptonprobus.co.uk
Festival Players, in support of Horsfall House, present Shakespeare’s The TempestShakespeare’s last, and great, play is a triumphant compilation of intrigue, magic, and humour. Prospero, an exiled Duke with supernatural powers, creates a great storm which sees his enemies shipwrecked on his island. Magic abounds, plots are exposed, and a colourful array of characters gain… Read More »“The Tempest” – Festival players perform at Horsfall House
£2.00 to include coffee. Cakes, plant stall, raffle ... DUE TO WEATHER FORECAST NOW MOVED FROM LITTLE ACRE TO HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, MINCHINHAMPTON
Please see poster for more information. Contact 01453 885497 to express an interest and book an appointment.
This amazing duo’s favourite musical eras include Krautrock, Berlin-era Bowie, Early Noughties New York, and Factory Records. Their new EP Shut Up & Listen will be released as a limited-edition cassette with all proceeds going to The Long Table. Join us to celebrate their new EP with a fantastic 5-piece live acoustic show. Pay-as-you-can meal… Read More »Live – Wings of Desire (supported by Tom Ravenscroft)
All you can eat BBQ £22 per person, £10 child Live music 4.00-9.00pm Bouncy Castle. Free event.
The Long Table Summer Party - The big one! The Summer Party with local Stroud Block Party DJ's Mendoza & Dubbu playing al fresco sets (weather permitting). An opportunity to thank the community for their support and a great excuse for a party. Come and hang out, share food, drinks and enjoy a selection of… Read More »Stroud Block Party DJ’s Mendoza & Dubbu
Join everyone for breakfast with a selection of cereals, croissants, bacon rolls, juice, tea and coffee.
Coach £28, Non NT entrance £16.15 - Total £28 or £44.15 per person. Katie has visited this National Trust house with friends and says it’s lovely – so blame her. Ruby the spaniel is also keen as it’s a two-pawprint dog-friendly establishment, and that’s the main thing. (Though we hope you might enjoy it, too.) … Read More »Day out to National Trust Basildon Park near Reading with Ian Jarvis
Welcomes all, but especially people who are living with memory problems. We share poems and reminiscences. Now held on the second Monday of each month For more information please phone Jo Smith 01453 834714
We are meeting on the 2nd Monday of every month at the Cotswold Club from 12.30 – 2.00pm. This meeting will be subsidised by the Folk Club so there will be no entry charge but please support the Minchinhampton Cotswold Club by using the coffee machine or the bar for drinks. Cake will be provided!… Read More »Poetry and Words
Our first ever cocktail masterclass. Come on down and learn how to make the perfect cocktail with the talented Jayden. You will be able to make 2 cocktails and take a gift home as well! The perfect time to get your flair on! £30 per person
Minchinhampton Probus meets in the Porch Room of Minch Church on every second and fourth Thursday in the month with coffee from 10 am. The meeting itself starts at 10.30 am. New members and guests welcome. tony.e.simmonds@gmail.com
Listen as their mighty voices join together to (literally) breathe a different kind of air into super-star songs. Welcome to The Listening Lounge, the new immersive vocal show from Some Voices Stroud choir. Catchy pop melodies are accompanied by stripped back beats and big-name bangers are reinvented as intimate ballads. Featuring songs by Taylor Swift,… Read More »The Listening Lounge
Box Bar continues to lubricate the village on the first and third Friday of every month. It is well supported and has become a very enjoyable social hub for the village. It serves wine, prosecco, gin and tonic, organic cider, organic lager and beers from Stroud brewery, plus a selection of soft drinks. The draft… Read More »Box Bar
Join us for an exhilarating summer evening of live music, delicious food, and vibrant community spirit. Immerse yourself in the captivating sounds of Brazilian and Latin rhythms with Rory's smooth saxophone, flute, and vocals. Rory's music effortlessly blends cool Samba and Bossa Nova with the fiery energy of Latin and salsa. His performances feature a… Read More »Latin Night – Rory
Welcoming all parents & carers of children with additional needs diagnosed/undiagnosed from Minchinhampton and beyond.
Gigaclear's work to bring ultrafast fibre broadband to Minchinhampton is drawing to a close. If you have any questions or concerns about our work across the community, or if you would just like to know more about the benefits of ultrafast fibre and how to access it, then come on down and speak to the… Read More »Gigaclear’s Roadshow
New members welcome For more information please contact our Secretary John Fivash tel: 01453 764956 email: johnfivash@btinternet.com
For further information please contact Christo.p.bailey@outlook.com
We usually meet on the third Tuesday of the month to chat, drink and talk about the book that has or hasn’t been read. Contact: Rachel Montgomery at rachel@monty.one or 07715 303707. This month’s book is “Orbital” by Samantha Harvey.
For more information please contact: Mark Rogers on 833588 or email boxgarden@box-village.com
A relaxing informal book chat over tea and coffee. We normally have a subject or type of book that we discuss. This month’s theme will be "Summer".
Members Meeting - Networking with Sam Collins looking at the Elevator Pitch Note this meeting is a week early! Meeting Hosted by our Chair Tanya De Leersnyder 8.45 am doors open; 9.00am Come along for pre meeting chat and coffee 9.30am Start meeting with Chair's introductions 9.35am Round-the-Room-Introductions 30 secs each 9.50am Member Shout Out 10.00am… Read More »Stroud Businesswomen’s Network Meeting
Speaker: Rod Woodward-Court Members with guests by Invitation. For further information contact: webmaster@hamptonprobus.co.uk
Join us for a morning of exploration and discovery as we venture out into the lush countryside to forage for wild ingredients with Rob our experienced Cotswold forager. Foraging is followed by a group lunch. Learn about the various wild mushrooms, berries, fragrant herbs and edible flowers that grow right on our doorstep and how… Read More »Wild Food Foraging Experience
All welcome to a two-course hot lunch with coffee, or tea, and all donations will support a a new project working with the Bishop of Masasi. Sign–up sheet at the back of the church to help with planning, and if you have particular dietary needs. For further information contact: Linda or Stephen Jarvis 884545.
Hi everybody a quick note to say that we will not be at the market house this Friday 19th as stated in the newsletter. As Chalfest is on we thought many of you would be going there! We will be serving pizzas next Friday 26th instead, we hope to see you there, thanks to all… Read More »POSTPONED: Woodfired Pizza in the Undercroft (NOW ON 26 JULY)
What better way to spend a sunny Summer afternoon, than enjoying a (shortened) performance of a Winters Tale in the lovely gardens of Hill House - followed by tea and cake! And at the same time be raising funds (by donation only) to support Gloucester's refugees and asylum seekers. NO need to book or pay… Read More »The Winter’s Tale – outdoor Shakespeare
This is a chance for those who have moved to Minchinhampton in the last year to meet with others new to the town in a fun and informal way. If you know anyone new, please do let them know about the afternoon. If you are new and would like to attend, please put your name… Read More »Newcomers Tea at Minchinhampton Rectory
Members of the public wishing to join the meeting should email the clerk to confirm details. Email: clerk@minchinhampton-pc.gov.uk The agenda can be found on the Parish Council website before the meeting: https://www.minchinhampton-pc.gov.uk/council-meetings.html
No Booking Required Difficulty: Moderate Duration: 3.0 hours Distance: 6.0 miles Start point: Minchinhampton Bell Lane Car Park GL6 9BP. Adjacent to the church. Lovely walk around Minchinhampton & Rodborough Commons with great views! A few short descents & ascents, which could be slippy if wet. Bring a drink and snack.
Minchinhampton Probus meets in the Porch Room of Minch Church on every second and fourth Thursday in the month with coffee from 10 am. The meeting itself starts at 10.30 am. New members and guests welcome. tony.e.simmonds@gmail.com
Test out your general knowledge with a pint and some proper pub grub. Round up your team and join us for a fun evening. Why not make an evening of it and have food with us before the start of the quiz? The quiz is £2 per person (cash only) to join and there is… Read More »Crown Quiz
Join us for more, incredible live music from Steve Ferbrache, talented guitarist and vocalist from The Achievers & enjoy a delicious fragrant curry. 5-7pm Delicious pay-as-you-can evening meal. 5.30-7.30pm - live music. Everybody welcome, bring a friend, no booking required.
Menu as follows: Margherita – san Marzano tomato, veggie parmesan, basil, mozzarella, olive oil. Pepperoni – san Marzano tomato, mozzarella, pepperoni, ‘nduja crumb, honey. Aubergine – san Marzano tomato, oregano, garlic, basil, roasted aubergine, mozzarella. Sausage – san Marzano tomato, basil, garlic, red onion, house sausage, garlic crunchies. Bookings in advance would be useful (but… Read More »Woodfired Pizza in the Undercroft
Our talented friends, Songs from The Porch are an all female, Stroud based band, bringing fiddle, double bass, accordion and vocals to play covers as you’ve never heard them before! Followed by DJ Mendoza for an eclectic night of live music and vinyl. Delicious pay-as-you-can meal 6-8pm. Songs from The Porch - al fresco (weather… Read More »Songs from the porch & DJ Mendoza
Back by popular demand! Boho Comedy Night Doors at 7pm Bar It’s a fantastic lineup featuring Nik Hill as your host, along with comedians Jon Wagstaffe, Roger Swift, and All Night Chemist. Get your tickets (£12) now by following this link- https://www.wegottickets.com/event/617719 #boholovescommunity #comedynights #whattodoinstroud Or in person from Boho on the Hill, Abnash,… Read More »CANCELLED: Comedy Night at the Rugby Club
Walk on Swells Hill to see the butterflies. Meet at the Reservoir car park on Minchinhampton Common (town side) Led by Sarah Athey. The Walking and Wildlife Group are an informal group of friends who enjoy, walking, wildlife, good company and the occasional trip to the pub. You are very welcome to join us… Read More »MinchLife Walking and Wildlife Group – walk on Swells Hill to see the butterflies.
Members of the public wishing to join the meeting should email the clerk to confirm details. Email: clerk@minchinhampton-pc.gov.uk The agenda can be found on the Parish Council website before the meeting: https://www.minchinhampton-pc.gov.uk/council-meetings.html
£24 for outing. It’s the Three Choirs Festival from 27th July until 3rd August, this year held in Worcester. On Wednesday, 31st July, Worcester Cathedral festival Evensong (actually in early afternoon) – to be broadcast live on BBC Radio 3 – will feature Three Cathedral Choirs, Nicholas Freestone on organ and Samuel Hudson conducting. It’s… Read More »Worcester Lunch and Day out in Worcester with Ian Jarvis