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
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
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
Speaker: David Rawlings, Stroud District Council, Children & Young People Development Officer. The AGM will include updates on the new surgery building, patient transport, etc. Meeting for all patients of Minchinhampton Surgery. Please email Ian McPherson (secretary) if you are planning to attend <iandsmcp@gmail.com>
In July 1846, a deadly fever broke out in Minchinhampton. It raged until December, and sixteen people died. Many more were infected but recovered. The fever was diagnosed as “typhus fever”, and was clearly what we would describe in modern times as typhoid fever, often contracted from foul water. The Rector, the Reverend Charles Whately,… Read More »Minchinhampton History Group presents The Great Fever Controversy of 1846-1847
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
Time in Malvern for lunch then afternoon matinee – comedy thriller CLUEDO 2 at Malvern Theatres Coach £22, Premium stalls ticket £37 - Total £59 per person ** PLEASE BOOK NOW/ASAP for this one – we can only hold the tickets for a limited time ** Tickets are for premium seats in the stalls, rows… Read More »Afternoon Matinee of Cluedo 2 at Malvern – Coach trip with Ian Jarvis
Join Aaron from Friarwood Wines for a delectable wine tour through northern Italy: juicy Pinots from the foothills of the Alps, Barolo’s brilliance and seriously fine, dry Proseccos. All matched with delicious dishes inspired by the spring season and local produce. We’ll be pairing five fabulous wines with some fine dishes from our two-rosette (going… Read More »Wine Tasting and Dinner
Minchinhampton Royal British Legion County Supported Branch general meeting will be held on Wednesday 8th May at 7.30 pm in the Cotswold Club. In order to keep the Branch functioning, we are very keen to attract new members. You do not need to be ex-services to join. If the Branch ceases to exist, then we… Read More »Minch British Legion General Meeting
4.00pm in the Performing Arts Centre Kate Silverton will be sharing knowledge from her newest book, focussing on children’s development, mental health, and how parents can support children in being more resilient in an ever changing world. Join us at Beaudesert Park School to hear more about how to help children soothe their anxiety, regulate… Read More »“There’s still no such thing as naughty” – a talk by Kate Silverton
Our Open Morning is a great opportunity to see the School and meet with staff. Prospective families are warmly invited to come along. Tours of the School will run throughout the morning showcasing our many facilities and sizeable grounds. There will also be opportunities to meet and chat with staff including the Headmaster, Chris Searson,… Read More »Beaudesert Park School Open Morning
The Truly Madlys will be performing in the Performing Arts Centre from 7pm to 9pm. This Stroud-based band will be performing a fusion of lyrical, rhythmic, immersive, melodic art-rock. Tickets are £10 for adults, U16s go free. Buy tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-truly-madlys-tickets- 865047218517 The Truly Madlys: https://www.facebook.com/trulymadlys
Cabaret performances, cocktails, bar and live music All profits donated to Stroud Women's Refuge £80 table of four Tickets: https://www.dazzleworkshops.co.uk/dazzle-showgirls/
Welcome to Rossie’s artistic world, where the beauty of the ocean and the depths of abstract expression converge. She is thrilled to share her journey with you and invites you to immerse yourself in the transformative power of her art. 5pm onwards - meet Rossie and enjoy the exhibition 6-8pm Pay-as-you-can evening meal 7-9pm Live… Read More »Rossie Henderson-begg art exhibition & Albino Tarantino
Welcomes all, but especially people who are living with memory problems. We share poems and reminiscences. Usually held on the first 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
The Chair will be elected for the ensuing year and the Council will appoint members to committees, members to serve on outside bodies etc. 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:… Read More »Minchinhampton Parish Council Annual Meeting
Difficulty: Strenuous Duration: 4.0 hours Distance: 8.0 miles Start point: Minchinhampton Common reservoir car park, Culver Hill. We cross Minchinhampton Common before descending to Woodchester. After a steady climb to Selsley we will visit the interesting church before climbing to the top of the common to admire the views. We descend via Dingle Wood before… Read More »Cotswold Warden Guided Walk: Common to Common
A relaxing informal book chat over tea and coffee. We normally have a subject or type of book that we discuss. This month it will be biography/autobiography. You can interpret this however you wish.
The speakers this month will be Sarah Dunning and Jane Lane Minchinhampton Ladies’ Lunch Club meets at the Old Lodge on (usually) the third Thursday of the month. There is a delicious lunch (chosen in advance) and a speaker. New members welcome but it is important to contact Biddy Hadfield before attending the lunch. bthadfield@btinternet.com
Nailsworth Rotary are proud to present the award winning Bournemouth Male Voice Choir. They will be singing at Old Lodge on Minchinhampton Common. They will be singing in the garden from 7pm or just before if the weather is good. If the weather is not so good they will sing in the main… Read More »Bournemouth Male Voice Choir Fundraising Cotswold Tour at the Old Lodge
A group of singers drawn from from Mtiebi and Amer-Imeri, renowned vocal ensembles from the Republic of Georgia, are touring the UK during May 2024, teaching and performing polyphonic songs, and appearing as guests of honour at a weekend residential event. Ts’utisopeli (წუტისოფელი) is a word that has many related meanings in Georgian – sometimes… Read More »Festival of Georgian Songs – a weekend of workshops, performance and feasting
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, galic, red onion, house sausage, garlic crunchies. Bookings in advance would be useful (but… Read More »NEW! Wood Fired Pizza in the undercroft
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.
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
The Amberley playgroup Pre-Loved Sale is back in a new format. If you are looking to sell some of your outgrown or no longer used children’s clothes, toys and books. Get in touch and book a table please email @nearlynewapg@gmail.com If your looking to shop consciously and affordably. Please come along and support the sale… Read More »Amberley Playgroup Pre-Loved Sale
On the green between the Amberley Inn and Holy Trinity Church/Shop on the Common, GL5 5JG Cash only – please bring plenty of change Tea/Coffee and Cake and *BRIC-A-BRAC STALL* Proceeds of above two to local good causes
You know it’s really spring when Marking Day comes around and the cattle can start roaming Minchinhampton and Rodborough commons freely again after spending the winter on the farm. Join Stroud Valleys Project and a host of other organisations, including the National Trust and Butterfly Conservation, for this FREE event, to help us to ‘mark’… Read More »Marking Day Celebrations
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
7.00 for 7.30pm Painswick Rococo Gardens are one of the best preserved gardens from the early 1700’s nationwide but only due to tireless restoration over the last 40 years. Come and find out more! All members and guests are welcome as usual. For more information please contact our Secretary John Fivash tel: 01453 764956 email: johnfivash@btinternet.com
No booking required Difficulty: Moderate, Duration 2.5 hours, Distance: 5 miles Start point: Car park near Aston Down Gliding Club, GL6 8HR A circular walk from Aston Down, near Chalford. We walk to Daneway, near Sapperton and back.
Speaker: Dr Kathy Meakin 2.15 for 2.30 p.m. start. Contribution of £2 from members and £5 from visitors is requested. Followed by refreshments at no additional charge. Limited free parking at Village Hall. Additional parking available on the common.
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
Vaping is now more popular than smoking amongst young people ... but what do we know about the harms and risks of vaping? This session is aimed at parents, teachers, carers and guardians who would like to understand more about youth vaping. Zoe Shuttleworth is a Director of It Happens Education and a drug &… Read More »Vaping Deep Dive – a talk by Zoe Shuttleworth at MBC
Members Meeting with speaker Alison Tarbuck of the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) 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 Shout Out 10.00am See speaker details above 10.30am Events announcements… Read More »Stroud Businesswomen’s Network Meeting
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
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
The Tetbury Community Choir, comprising 30 to 40 members, celebrates 15 years of bringing together residents from Tetbury and its surroundings for the sheer pleasure of singing under the guidance of Music Director David Kyle. In a heartwarming gesture of support, the choir dedicates its upcoming concert, “A Life in Song,” to Longfield, an esteemed… Read More »A Life in Song (Tetbury Choir) in aid of Longfield Hospice Concert
Michael and Mary will be leading the walk. Please meet on Rodborough Common at the "double " car park shortly after the turn for The Hithe (travelling from Minch). We will walk across the Common to the fort (early orchids), then descend across fields to the River Frome (possibility of dippers and kingfisher). Follow the… Read More »MinchLife Walking and Wildlife Group – Orchids on the Common and River Frome
Get ready for the hottest summer party of the year! The Ragged Cot is excited to announce their summer garden opening party. It’s going to be a BBQ extravaganza! Live music from 4pm to get you grooving till 9pm. Each item on their BBQ menu is only £7. For just £7, you can indulge in… Read More »Summer Garden Opening Party – BBQ at the Ragged Cot
You won’t want to miss this unique dining experience, led by Head Chef, Shaun Jones and featuring a sensational 7-course dining experience. Bond with other like-minded food lovers around one big table as you feast on seasonal dishes made from the finest locally-sourced ingredients. The menu will be a tastebuds-tingling surprise and not revealed before… Read More »Burleigh Supper Club
Come along for our monthly quiz, held on the last Thursday of each month. Test your knowledge and enjoy a night of friendly competition at our lively pub quiz – where trivia meets great company for an evening of fun and brain-teasing excitement. Only £1 per person entry. Book a table now to avoid disappointment… Read More »Crown Quiz