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
9.15 am Dru Yoga West End 01453 885254 HilaryBellhouse@icloud.com
9.15 – 10.30am Dazzle Ladies Dance & Stretch Market House, Minchinhampton 07979 848280 Sarah@DazzleWorkshops.co.uk
10.00 – 12 noon Community Coffee Morning Cotswold Club, High Street 01453 882315
10.45 – 11.45am Dazzle Ladies Bollywood dance Market House, Minchinhampton 07979 848280 Sarah@DazzleWorkshops.co.uk
11.00 am Dru Yoga West End 01453 885254 HilaryBellhouse@icloud.com
12.30 – 1.30pm Gentle Chair Pilates Minchinhampton Scout Hut, Dr Browns Road Michelle@PlusPilates.net
1.30 – 2.30pm Pilates Minchinhampton Scout Hut, Dr Browns Road Michelle@PlusPilates.net
2.00 – 4.30pm Community Library School Road 01453 885497 Library website
2.00 – 3.00pm Scrabble in the Cafe Amberley Shop on the Common
2.00 – 3.30pm Crafternoon Amberley Shop on the Common
2.30 pm 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, Dr Browns Road 07967 712350 JulietteCarpenter@googlemail.com
5.30 pm Rainbows Minchinhampton Debbie Litchfield 07776 237459 Debbie.Litchfield@virginmedia.com
6.15 – 7.15pm Dazzle Country Chicks Dance Market House, Minchinhampton 07979 848280 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 Rock Chicks Dance Market House, Minchinhampton 07979 848280 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, Dr Browns Road 07818 293999 JenniferSibbald9@gmail.com
8.15 – 10.15am Salt Bakehouse White Van Stroud Farm Services, Cirencester Road 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
9.30 am 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 noon 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
5.30 – 6.30pm Women Only Weightlifting Minchinhampton Fitness Hub, Tobacconist Road 07446 836792 Richard.Wathern@sportily.org.uk Gym website
6.30 – 7.15pm Boxercise Minchinhampton Fitness Hub, Tobacconist Road 07446 836792 Richard.Wathern@sportily.org.uk Gym website
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
7.00 pm Dru Yoga West End 01453 885254 HilaryBellhouse@icloud.com
7.00 – 8.30pm Kishori yoga Amberley Hall Elles Theulen 07815 552952 KishoriYoga@gmail.com
7.30 – 8.45pm Dazzle Ladies Dance & Stretch Market House, Minchinhampton 07979 848280 Sarah@DazzleWorkshops.co.uk
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 noon 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 Minchinhampton Scout Hut, Dr Browns Road, 07979 848280 Sarah@DazzleWorkshops.co.uk
10.00 Outdoor Tai Chi Qi Gong (when weather permitting) Minchinhampton football & cricket pitch 07786 003993 ClaireBader@hotmail.co.uk
10.45 – 11.45am Dazzle Ladies Bollywood Dance Minchinhampton Scout Hut, Dr Browns Road, 07979 848280 Sarah@DazzleWorkshops.co.uk
11.00 am Joe's Easy Tai Chi & Movement Box Village Hall 07960 753782 Joe@Passion4Laughter.com
12 noon 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 Minchinhampton Fitness Hub, Tobacconist Road MYC@minchchurch.org.uk
5.15 – 6.00pm Dazzle Beginners Tap Dance Market House, Minchinhampton 07979 848280 Sarah@DazzleWorkshops.co.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
6.15 – 7.15pm Dazzle Musical Theatre Dance Market House, Minchinhampton 07979 848280 Sarah@DazzleWorkshops.co.uk
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
7.45 – 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
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 07979 848280 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 – 8.00pm 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
7.00 am 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
10.00 am Joe's Easy Tai Chi & Movement Market House 07960 753782 Joe@Passion4Laughter.com
10.00am – 12 noon Longfield Wellbeing Drop-in Sessions Longfield Community Hospice 01453 886868
10.00am – 12 noon Friday Cuppa Holy Trinity Church, Amberley
10.00am – 12 noon Box Friday Morning Coffee Box Village Hall
10.00am – 12.30pm Community Library School Road 01453 885497 Library website
11.00 – 11.30am Croc n Roll term time only, (for babies/pre-school children 0-5) Minchinhampton Community Library
1.30 – 2.30pm Pilates Minchinhampton Scout Hut, Dr Browns Road 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.
We meet on the 2nd Monday of every month at the Cotswold Club from 12.30 – 2.00pm. Bring along your favourite poem, maybe something you have written yourself, bring a couple of books to swap, or just come along for a chat. All welcome.
We have been made aware of a proposed new housing development on Cirencester Road by Cotswold Homes. To provide residents with the opportunity to learn more, we have invited Cotswold Homes to present their proposal at this Planning Committee meeting. The presentation will be followed by a 15-minute Q&A session, during which members of the… Read More »Minchinhampton Parish Council Planning Committee
Coach £25 We toyed with various ideas for our Christmas trip — but we love the city of Wells, with its Bishop’s Palace, individual shops, and bustling town-centre market. There’s no specific Christmas market, but the market stalls do tend to be seasonal; it’s a lovely spot. It’s England’s smallest city, nestling in front of the rolling… Read More »A coach trip to Wells City, Bishop’s Palace and market with Ian and Katie Jarvis
“Just Sing” will be having a Christmas break, with the last session being today - resuming on Wednesday, 11th February.
For further details about joining Amberley Gardening Club please contact Christopher Bailey at christo.p.bailey@outlook.com
Minchinhampton Probus meets fortnightly on the second and fourth Thursday in the Porch Room, Holy Trinity, Minchinhampton. Starts at 10am – with coffee and a catch up with other members. The meeting comprises a brief business meeting for about 15 minutes then usually a guest speaker. Meeting finishes at noon. We are a very friendly… Read More »Minchinhampton Probus “Solomon’s Might” – Speaker Paul Barnett
Call in the library, or telephone 01453 885497 during library opening hours, to book an appointment.
Join us for a night of sonic explorations. Sheffield based female electronic duo Sophie Stone and Grace Griffin generate corrupted downtempo post Balearic chug pulses and wobbles, throbs and twitches- full of fat noises and bolshy Moogery. It's human and appealingly analogue. More Delia Derbyshire's Radiophonic Workshop than DAF, More Tangerine Dream than Depeche Mode.… Read More »Sanctum | CURTAIN TWITCHER + GRANDAD + Iridal at the Long Table
Paint a Christmas Highland Cow! £16.50 per person. All materials supplied. Limited spaces so book early
Meeting on Minchinhampton Common at 11am for a walk across the commons, followed by a delicious buffet lunch at the Crown. There will be a dog quiz and Secret Santa! Tickets are £15 per person and please bring a wrapped Secret Santa gift for another dog at the party. Message Jess on What’s App if… Read More »Pamper and Scamper Christmas party
Christmas doesn't begin until our concert is on your calendar! Whether you're continuing a cherished tradition or discovering something new, the Stuart Singers Christmas concerts promise a fun, festive time. This year we are singing 'Songs from around the World' covering a wide repertoire from Ukraine to Australia. Choose from Friday at 7.30pm with wine,… Read More »Stuart Singers Concert at Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton
We warmly invite you to the table for an evening of delicious food and incredible live music! Tuck in to a special feasting menu full of mouthwatering seasonal flavours accompanied by a lively jazz trio. Longtime friends of The Long Table, Just The Two Of Us return with their signature funky jazz, R&B and blues.… Read More »
Join us in an open air journey around Minchinhampton as we experience the story of Jesus’ birth in a new interesting way. 4.30pm. 6pm and 7.30 pm.
Doors Open 3.00pm There is a slight change to the Movie Night format for Christmas. There will be a Matinée showing of the classic 1940s Frank Capra film 'It's a Wonderful Life.' This is the heartwarming story of George Bailey, played by James Stewart, a small town businessman, who finds himself in serious trouble at… Read More »Christmas Movie Matinee: “It’s a Wonderful Life”
Test your music knowledge with Brian, your favourite quizmaster. Teams of 4, £1.00 per head.
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
Led by pianist Francis Sanville with Peter Martin on double bass, Utrillo will perform and talk about tunes inspired by jazz greats. The performance will be followed by mulled wine and mince pies. Our gatherings are free to Members but open to the public (£5 at the door). No need to book.
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. There is always a ‘bring a book’ theme for each evening so you will always be able to participate and who knows you may feel inspired to read the book that… Read More »Minch Book Club
A relaxing informal book chat over tea and coffee. We normally have a subject or type of book that we discuss. This month’s topic will be “Short Stories” Our group meets on the 3rd Wednesday each month at 10:30. All welcome to come along.
Speaker: Tim Mowat For further information contact: webmaster@hamptonprobus.co.uk
The speaker this month will be Bob King. 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
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. Sir Jonathon Porritt CBE, renowned environmentalist and founder of Forum for the Future, joins the Sanctuary Series to discuss the themes of his powerful new book Hope in Hell: Love,… Read More »The Sanctuary Series: Jonathon Porritt at the Long Table
Join us at midday for a two-course hot lunch & a social gathering. Further details Stephen, or Linda Jarvis on 01453 884545. Donations are taken on the day for Masasi and Holy Trinity, Minchinhampton.
Feast on a special menu full of delicious seasonal flavours while enjoying performances from a selection of incredible local musicians by candlelight. These include Andrew Davie (Bears Den), Songs From The Porch, Mara Simpson, Aellin, Arbouring, Will Stokes (Voka Gentle) and more! Each will perform a winter song or carol interspersed with contemplative seasonal readings.… Read More »Winter Songs Feast
Get in the festive spirit and create unforgettable memories with your family at our enchanting Breakfast with Santa event! Price £17.50 per child which includes a glass of apple/orange juice, a child’s full English breakfast, meet with Santa and a package for Santa and the reindeer to leave out on Christmas Eve. Bookings only for… Read More »Breakfast with Santa at the Crown Inn
This year we are joining with our friends in The Capriol Chamber Orchestra to bring you a selection of much-loved classical pieces and a host of carols to make your Christmas really special. The programme includes: – Vivaldi’s Kyrie RV587 – Vivaldi’s Gloria – Corelli’s Christmas Concerto … and a host of carols including Bob… Read More »A Classical Christmas Concert With the Thames Head Singers and Capriol Chamber Orchestra
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!… Read More »Arkie’s Quiz
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
Join us for Christmas Carols on Christmas Eve in the Undercroft at midday. Scan the QR code to download the carol song sheet or go to this website: https://minchinhamptonmarkethouse.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Christmas-Carol-Song-Sheet.pdf
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 »Monthly quiz at the Crown.
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… Read More »Minchinhampton Walking and Wildlife Group
Sing in the New Year at an extra special karaoke night with the one and only Keith Allen! £10.00 per ticket.
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 draught… Read More »Box Bar