Minch Life

Sing along a Carol in Amberley
2025-12-07 14:30 - 15:30 UTC | Amberley Shop on the Common, Holy Trinity Church, Amberley, Stroud, GL5 5JG

Parish Breakfast
2025-12-07 08:45 - 10:30 | Porch Room, Holy Trinity Church, Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BP
See poster for details.

Box Gardening Club Christmas Party
2025-12-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Box Village Hall, Box, Stroud, GL6 9HE, United Kingdom

Wreath Making Workshop
2025-12-06 14:30 - 17:30, 2025-12-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Minchinhampton Scout Hut (Coronation Hut), 16 Dr Browns Road, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BT

Wreath Making in the Burleigh Bothy
2025-12-06 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Burleigh Court Hotel, Burleigh Lane Stroud, GL5 2PF, United Kingdom
Step into the rustic charm of the Burleigh Bothy, where the glow of the log burner and the scent of eucalyptus and winter foliage set the scene for a creative afternoon.
Guided by our floral expert, you’ll craft and style your own wreath — from wild, natural greenery to festive, seasonal flourishes.
After the workshop, retreat indoors for a cosy Afternoon Tea with cakes, scones, savoury bites, tea, coffee, and a glass of bubbly.
Burleigh Court Cotswolds
£79 per person | Includes all materials & Afternoon Tea

Minch School PTA Christmas Fair
2025-12-06 12:00 - 15:30 | Minchinhampton School (C of E Primary Academy), School Road, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BP, United Kingdom
Full of festive fun, games, talks, food and Christmas cheer. Bring your smiles, friends, and pocket money. It’s going to be a cracker of a Fair!

Mini Makers Market at the Long Table
2025-12-06 11:00 - 13:00 | The Long Table, Brimscombe Mill, Stroud, GL5 2SA, United Kingdom
We are back shining a light on our young creators – showcasing artists, makers, and crafters aged 16 and under.
The Long Table will be open as usual for delicious coffee, cake and a tasty pay-as-you-can lunch.
To book a table please contact nancy@thelongtableonline.com
Lets champion our fledgling entrepreneurs!
Come along and support our young artisans and craftspeople from 11:00-13:00 @ Brimscombe Mill.

Coffee Morning
2025-12-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Porch Room, Holy Trinity Church, Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BP
All are welcome. If you require a lift please call 01453 889004

Repair Cafe
2025-12-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Minchinhampton Community Library, School Road, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BP, United Kingdom
Repair and reuse one of your broken items. Learn how you may be able to repair an item yourself. Repairs are FREE! For further information contact canminch@gmail.com

Stuart Singers at the Cotswold Club
2025-12-05 19:40 - 20:20 | Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BN, United Kingdom

Stuart Singers’ Christmas Carols at the Crown
2025-12-05 19:00 - 19:30 | The Crown Inn, High Street Minchinhampton, GL6 9BN, United Kingdom

Christmas Celeigh
2025-12-05 18:00 - 22:00 | The Long Table, Brimscombe Mill, Stroud, GL5 2SA, United Kingdom
Dobunni Ceilidh Band perform traditional folk dancing music from around the British Isles and beyond, with a caller to provide simple instructions so everyone can take part.
There will be a mixture of circle dances, partner dances and set dances, all easily learnt so no prior experience is necessary! Come with a group of friends, a partner, or on your own and the caller will organise the groups and help you learn the steps. Comfortable clothes and shoes recommended!
Timings:
6-8pm – Kitchen open – Bar ‘till late!
7.30-10pm – Live band and dancing!
Tickets online: https://thelongtablestroud.com/events

Stroud Farm Country Stores Festive Event
2025-12-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Stroud Farm Country Store, Cirencester Rd, Hyde, Minchinhampton, GL6 8PE, United Kingdom

Hampton Probus: Christmas Meeting
2025-12-04 10:30 - 12:00 | Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BN, United Kingdom
For further information contact: webmaster@hamptonprobus.co.uk

Locals’ night at the Crown - Christmas Special
2025-12-03 18:00 - 21:00 | The Crown Inn, High Street Minchinhampton, GL6 9BN, United Kingdom
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 £30 and 3 courses for £35. Bookings are highly recommended as we expect this to be a popular night.

WI Meeting - Speaker Fiona Warren - “Lost the Plot”
2025-12-03 14:30 - 16:30 | Minchinhampton Scout Hut (Coronation Hut), 16 Dr Browns Road, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BT
Our monthly meetings provide an opportunity for women of all ages to meet together in a friendly, relaxed and warm atmosphere.

We spend a little time talking through local and national WI activities that are open to all members. This is followed by a talk given by a guest speaker on one of a wide range of engaging topics.

Refreshments and an opportunity to get to know each other and make new friends are key parts of every meeting.

You are welcome to attend some of our meetings as a visitor before joining.

For more information, contact Sandy (President) emery31@btinternet.com
Christina ( Secretary) gooch764@btinternet.com
Joy (Minch Life liason rep) joyburr005@gmail.com ‘

Light up a Life (Longfield Hospice event)
2025-12-02 18:30 - 19:30 | Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton, Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BW
Join us for Light Up a Life, a beautiful and heartfelt celebration to remember and honour loved ones during the festive season.
Come together with the Longfield Community at Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton, for an evening of reflection, carols and readings by candlelight. It’s a special opportunity to pause, share memories, and celebrate the lives of those who are no longer with us.
After the service, you’re invited to enjoy a mince pie and festive drink.
Everyone is warmly welcome to attend Light Up A Life, whether or not your loved one was cared for by Longfield.
If you can’t join us in person, you can still take part by leaving a virtual dedication page.
As this is always a popular event, we kindly ask you to register on our website so we can manage numbers safely. While the event is free to attend, donations to support Longfield’s Hospice at Home, Counselling, Bereavement Support and Wellbeing Services are greatly appreciated.
Light up a Life

Afternoon Fellowship Group
2025-12-02 14:30 - 16:00 | Porch Room, Holy Trinity Church, Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BP

Pints and Perspectives
2025-12-01 20:00 - 22:00 | Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BN, United Kingdom
Join us for an evening of thoughtful discussion and friendly conversation.
This month’s theme:

Our group is open to everyone — welcoming all backgrounds and viewpoints.
We’re non-denominational, non-religious, and dedicated to open-minded dialogue. New members and curious minds are always welcome. Come along, enjoy a drink, and join the discussion!

Minchinhampton Gardening Club: Christmas Social
2025-12-01 18:30 - 22:00 | The Crown Inn, High Street Minchinhampton, GL6 9BN, United Kingdom
Venue now confirmed – The Crown.
All welcome to attend.
For further information please contact: John Goodwin at
johngoodwin99@outlook.com

Switching on of the Christmas Lights
2025-11-30 16:30 - 17:30 | Market Square, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BW, United Kingdom
Come and celebrate the start of the festive season – enjoy carols, a festive bar, and plenty of Christmas cheer.

The tree will be switched on at 5:00pm — don’t miss the moment!

Following the lighting, you’re warmly invited to the Advent Carol Service at Holy Trinity Church at 5:30pm.

We look forward to starting Advent together as a community.

CANCELLED: Minchinhampton Walking and Wildlife Group
2025-11-30 | Bell Lane Car Park, Minchinhampton, United Kingdom
We are an informal group of friends who enjoy walking, wildlife, good company and the occasional trip the pub. You are very welcome to join us – but entirely at your own risk!!
All walks use public footpaths which may be steep, rough and slippery. Prepare accordingly.
We generally walk on the last Sunday of each month, starting at 10.30 and finishing by lunchtime, unless otherwise specified in the programme.
If the weather is very poor, we will cancel by email by 9.00am on the morning the walk was planned.
Please contact karencolebourn@gmail.com to be added to the circulation list.

CANCELLED: Arkie's Quiz
2025-11-30 | Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BN, United Kingdom
Dates amended. Next one on 7th December!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun, laughter, and friendly competition at Arkie’s quiz nights!
Join us for challenging questions, fantastic prizes, and a lively atmosphere you won’t want to miss. Gather your friends, form a team, and put your knowledge to the test! Mark your calendars and make it a night to remember!
£4.00 per team of four.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat -
2025-11-29 19:30 - 22:00 | Minchinhampton Market House, Market Square, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BW, United Kingdom
Precise times and prices unknown.

The Sanctuary Series : Marc Jobst X Edith Bowman
2025-11-29 18:00 - 22:00 | The Long Table, Brimscombe Mill, Stroud, GL5 2SA, United Kingdom
Saturday 29 November 2025
18:00 22:00

The Sanctuary Series brings together visionary thinkers, change makers, and creatives to spark dialogue and inspire action on themes of economic justice, sustainability, community, and the arts.
Director Marc Jobst (Netflix’s One Piece, The Witcher, Marvel’s The Punisher) joins broadcaster and film curator Edith Bowman, known for her Soundtracking podcast and championing of British film, for a conversation on the art of storytelling on screen. Together, they’ll explore what it takes to craft stories that move global audiences and why it starts with character.
Tickets online at: https://thelongtablestroud.com/events

Horsfall House Christmas Market
2025-11-29 14:00 - 17:00 | Horsfall House, Windmill Road, Minchinhampton, GL6 9EY, United Kingdom

Meet your Parish Council - Cllr Nick Hurst
2025-11-29 13:30 - 14:30 | Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton, Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BW
Minchinhampton Parish Council is holding the second of their Meet Your Parish Councillor sessions with Parish Cllr Nick Hurst.

These sessions are open to all, and are intended to be a casual and relaxed catch up with a different Councillor in a different location around the Parish every month as below:

Cllr Martin Quantock – The Crown Minchinhampton – Jan 2026
Cllr David Bolton – TBC – Feb 2026

Please do reach out if you have any suggestions for locations for 2026.

Christmas Craft Fayre at Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton
2025-11-29 10:00 - 15:30 | Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton, Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton, GL6 9BW
Get into the festive spirit at the Christmas Craft Fayre! Join us for a delightful day of browsing unique, handmade gifts, decorations and treats crafted by talented local artisans. Refreshments available.
