Giffords’ Circus brought such energy and joy to our town – their shows were a sell out for every performance – they come and go with such efficiency and now it is hard to see any evidence they were here.
September again has everything on offer whatever your taste; you can take part in organised walks for Longfield, and/or Minchinhampton Walking and Wildlife Group – or even the Five Valleys Walk. It is not too late to take part in the Gardening Club’s Flower and Produce Show – just a few days left; concerts, a barn dance in aid of Nkokoto Link and of course Minchinhampton Fayre on 13th September – the bunting is up and we hope to see as many people as possible there. We would welcome large numbers of children to dress up (or not) and take part in the procession from the Baptist Church down the High Street along with the rally of cars and motor cycles from early 1900s to 2020. We hope Tony Evans – the Town Crier – will be well enough to open proceedings.
We welcome back Jazz Friday as part of the live music bands taking place all day. These include Sharon and Mike a local duo. The Jazz Friday Big Band delivers an eclectic mix of music that goes far beyond the traditional big band sound. From swing and soul to rock, blues, funk and Latin, their repertoire offers something for every listener. Featuring around 20 talented amateur musicians from the Stroud area – including dynamic male and female vocalists. Sharon Baker and her guitarist perform pop, jazz and musical covers and original compositions and are based locally. And our very own Comooonity Choir will sing as well.
The Fayre starts just before noon when the church bells will ring out, with the vintage car parade and children’s pageant through the town (12 noon); and the Avening Band will welcome everyone into The Park, this year’s venue. Early entertainment is provided by Katy Walton’s dance troupe, following by the Dog Show organised by Pamper and Scamper. The Bubble Fairie and Punch & Judy provide entertainment, and there will be free face painting and games. You can Walk with Hawks, and see your future with our Tarot reader. There’s the usual Funfair, and this year Sportily will bring the Climbing Wall for everyone to try. You can have a go in the Glider Simulator, and we’re hoping to see a full-sized glider set up as well. Dazzle Dancers are putting on a show at 2:30pm; and the famous Minch Moo race will start at 4.00pm. There will be hot food for all tastes, including a hog roast provided by The Crown, also pizza, burgers, Sri Lankan food as well as cakes, pastries, fresh coffee and of course ice cream. Woodchester Wines are running a bar as are The Good beer Company selling every time of alcohol and soft drinks.
Minchinhampton Flower & Produce Show
The Show takes place in the School Hall on Saturday, 6 September from 12.00noon to 4.00pm. Do come along and support this great event – homemade cakes and refreshments available. For exhibitors the hall is open 6.00-7.00pm on Friday 5th and again on Saturday from 7:30am until 8:45am to set out your exhibits. Entry to the show closes on Wednesday, 3 September – so still time to enter if you are reading this early in the month – the more the merrier. We look forward to seeing you there!
News from Brian at M & B Stores
To all our valued customers of M&B Stores. Minchinhampton. Jane and myself would like to inform you all that we have now sold the shop business and our last trading day is Tuesday, 2nd September. The shop will close on this day at 2.30pm for stocktaking. The store will reopen under new ownership of Mr Ramachandran Krishnashanker along with the current staff members on Wednesday, 3rd of September as usual. Jane and I would like to thank you all for your custom and support over the last 32 years. We have certainly made many good friends, had some laughs plus seen many changes. We would also like to thank all previous and current staff for their service and support too. Please continue to support the new owner and staff and we wish them every success for the future along with best wishes to our customers too, once again Thank you! Brian (Arkwright) and my rock/love Jane.
Minchinhampton Community Library
Has lots going on during September. The Children’s Library Challenge runs until Saturday, 13th September – there is still time to sign up and reach Gold! Lego Club returns to its usual Thursday afternoon time of 3.15-4.15pm after school, and Croc n Roll to its Friday, 11.00-11.30am time. On Saturday, 13th September there is a Wild Words and Stories session for children and teens – see the poster here for further details. Scrabble Club is held on Tuesday, 9th September at 10.15am, Book Club on Wednesday, 17th September at 10.30am, and Knit & Natter every Tuesday at 2.15pm. The Digi-Champion returns on Friday, 5th September, and Repair Cafe Saturday, 6th at 10.00am. Community Litter Pick sets off from the library on Saturday, 27th at 10.00am.
The library is run by volunteers and membership of the library is available to everyone and our books, including new titles, are free to borrow. There are dedicated quieter times, and we are now open Wednesday evenings, from 6.30-8.00pm – check the website here for further information.
Plus Pilates Classes
Are back starting week beginning 8th September. Join a class (or a waiting list) and get some movement into your day. There are Pilates classes at Minchinhampton Scout Hut Monday/Friday 1.30-2.30pm. Gentle Chair classes on Monday/Friday 12.30-1.30pm, Power Pilates on Mondays 9.15-10.00am. All classes payable in advance, suitable beginners-intermediate. Contact michelle@pluspilates.net for further information.
Line Dancing
An Absolute Beginner Line Dance Class will commence on Monday, 22nd September at Minchinhampton Primary school. Modern Line dancing uses all genres of music and is suitable for all ages. Dancing is a way of keeping fit for people of all ages, shapes and sizes. There are a wide range of physical and mental benefits which include an improved condition of your heart and lungs, increased muscular strength, endurance and motor fitness. No previous experience needed, no partner needed just bring yourself and give yourself an hour of fun. Classes are £7.00 and on a pay as you go basis. Please contact lynne.e.williams@icloud.com for more information.
Minchinhampton Folk Club Festival
The Folk Club are having a festival from Tuesday, 16th September until Saturday, 20th September, all events based in the Cotswold Club. For more information please look at their website here.
The club meet every Thursday at 7.45pm in the Cotswold Club, turn up, tune up and sing, or just sit, watch and enjoy. All welcome!
Horsfall House launches new website to support elderly care in the home
Families in Minchinhampton and surrounding areas now have easier access to high-quality home care for elderly loved ones, thanks to the launch of a new website for Horsfall@Home, a local service dedicated to compassionate and professional care. Horsfall@Home is proud to unveil its new digital platform, designed to help families find the very best care for older relatives in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. Designed by local company, Brace Creative, the website offers a clear and welcoming introduction to the services available, making it easier than ever to explore care options, get in touch with the team, and understand how Horsfall@Home can support independent living and dignity in later life. Michelle Abbott, Home Care Manager for Horsfall@Home, said: “Our service is a lifeline for many. We provide dependable, friendly and professional care that helps older people maintain their independence and quality of life. The new website is a reflection of our commitment to accessibility, transparency and community support”. As demand for home care continues to grow, Horsfall@Home is also looking for compassionate carers to join its dedicated team. Whether you’re an experienced care professional or someone with a passion for helping others, Horsfall@Home offers a supportive working environment, flexible hours, and the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives. To learn more about Horsfall@Home or to explore current job opportunities, visit the new website here.
Stroud Area Alzheimer Cafe
The monthly Alzheimer Café which, for over 20 years has been held in Nailsworth, is moving to the Longfield Community Hospice on Burleigh Lane, Minchinhampton. The next café will be on Wednesday 24th September at Longfield, from 2.00-4.00pm. The hospice building is fully accessible and there is ample parking on site. The café offers support, advice, discussion time and musical entertainment for those living at home and suffering from any form of dementia. Many attend with a friend or family member, while others are brought by volunteer drivers. Light refreshments are provided and there is ample opportunity to relax and chat in a supportive environment; often, local medical professionals attend and are able to answer specific questions. There is no charge, though donations are welcomed, to help cover expenses. The café is staffed solely by volunteers, many of whom have first-hand experience of Alzheimer’s through having cared for a family member in the past. There is no need to book or register – just turn up; all are welcome, as are potential volunteer helpers. For more information, email the café organiser Richard Burt: richard.burt54@gmail.com
Longfield Hospice – Our popular 5k and 10k walk is back — and this year, we’re putting talking at the heart of it
Join us for a late summer walk for Longfield on Saturday, 6 September, with stunning views across Minchinhampton and Rodborough Commons, along with our counsellors who will walk alongside you – just as they support patients through our counselling services. Bring along friends, family and even the dog for a relaxed walk, followed by an early evening of live music, home-cooked food, garden games and a licensed bar. Even if you’re not walking, you’re very welcome to join us and enjoy the fun. Choose between a 5k or 10k route – whatever suits you best. All walkers will set off from Longfield’s base in Minchinhampton between 3.00pm and 7.00pm. Adult Tickets £7.50, Child Tickets £5.00. Register here.
The Bereavement Journey Course: a place to talk
Presented jointly by Holy Trinity, Minchinhampton and Minchinhampton Baptist Church. Thursday 2nd October – Thursday 20th November, 7.00-9.00pm. Working with grief and loss of a loved one takes a long time. The Bereavement journey is a seven session programme over eight weeks which assists bereaved people, or those who have experienced similar, to process their loss. Each session begins with light refreshments and the opportunity to get to know other participants. Two informative videos are then used interspersed with discussion in small groups, facilitated by trained volunteers.
The course will be held at the Porch Room, Holy Trinity. Registration costs £22 (which is a contribution to the cost of the course handbook and refreshments over the eight evenings. Grants are available when this charge would be challenging). Application forms are available at both Churches or downloaded here (from www.minchbc.org.uk) or email courses@minchbc.org.uk.
Midnight Pizza News
Instead of serving pizzas in the undercroft, we are changing things a bit with some very exciting news; we will now be serving from Henry’s on Friday, 12th and 26th September from 6.00-10.00pm ish. We will be taking bookings for two seatings – 6.00-7:30pm and 7:45-9:15pm – only 20 bookings for each sitting. Bookings can be made by contacting us at contact@kittsmixology.com. We are also combining with Jayden, who used to work at the Crown, who will be serving cocktails, with Henry providing soft drinks, wine, beers and a dessert.
Takeaways are still very welcome, orders and collections to be done at Henry’s.
The Crown, High Street, Minchinhampton
Delicious seasonal food with a lively atmosphere. The Crown has remained a local favourite as the place to eat, drink and celebrate. The charming courtyard is now open.
Wednesday, 3rd September. 6.00-9.00pm. Locals’ night. 2 courses for £20 and 3 courses for £25. Bookings are highly recommended.
Women’s Rugby World Cup. Join the spirited atmosphere of the pub as we gather to witness the action of the Women’s Rugby World Cup:
Saturday, 6th September 12.00noon-11.00pm.
Sunday, 7th September 12.00noon – 10.00pm
Saturday, 13th September 12.00noon-11.00pm
Sunday, 14th September. 12.30-11.00pm
Friday, 19th September 7.00-11.00pm Semi-Final
Saturday, 20th September 3.30-6.00pm Semi-Final
Saturday, 27th September 12.30-3.30pm FINAL
Monday, 8th September – Friday, 14th November Autumn Set Menu 2 courses for £18 and 3 courses for £22.
Thursday 25th September. 7.30 -11.00pm. Monthly Quiz Night. get out your general knowledge with a pint and proper pub grub. £2 per person (cash only). £50 bar tab for the winning team (6max per team). All entry money will be donated to Minchinhampton Youth Club.
Bookings here or tel 01453 608010
Burleigh Court Hotel
A 4-star boutique Manor House hotel and restaurant sent in 4 acres of gardens.
Relax & Restore Weekly Group Classes Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th September 9.30am A gentle, physio-led group session designed to help you move well, feel good, and take a moment to reset.
Friday, 5th September. 10:00 am – 2:30 pm. Wild Food Foraging Experience
Sunday, 7th, 14th, 21st September 12.30 – 3.30 pm. Sunday Jazz Lunches on the Patio
Saturday 20th September. Pilates and Workshop Retreat. 9.30am – 4.30pm. A one-day wellness retreat to move, breathe and reconnect to your body.
Thursday, 25th September 6.30–9.00pm – France vs The World: The Ultimate Blind Wine Tasting and Dinner Experience. Do the French really make the best wine in the world? Join us for an extraordinary evening to find out with sommelier Cicely Elliot-Berry.
Booking and more info here or telephone 01453 883804.
The Ragged Cot, Cirencester Road
The Ragged Cot is a country pub, restaurant and hotel that offers fine food, cosy corners and a real rustic feel. A beautiful boutique country inn with a history spanning over 300 years.
Take away collection Monday to Saturday and Delivery Wednesday to Saturday 5.30 pm-9.00pm.
Friday, 12th September. 8.00pm-1.00am. Exciting ghost hunting with Paranormal Eye UK and dinner More information here.
Henry’s Bakehouse Cafe, High Street, Minchinhampton
Open 8.00am-5.00pm Monday – Saturday, 9.00am – 4.00pm Sunday.
Proudly using local suppliers, earth friendly packaging & honest ingredients to support the community & embrace sustainability.
Culinary Di Amalfi, High Street, Minchinhampton
Reservations/Takeaway. 01453 882655. Delicious breakfasts, cakes and light lunches with Italian specials. Pre-ordered pizzas available to take away. Closed Sunday. 01453 882655.
Amberley Shop and cafe
An award-winning community shop and cafe run by the community. Open 8.00am to 4.00pm every day – Sundays shop only 8.00-10.00am. And shop and cafe open 11.30am to 4.00pm. Salt House Bakery every Tuesday from 10.30-11.30am.
The Long Table Brimscombe
The Long Table is open Tuesday – Saturday serving up coffee and cakes along with seasonal pay as you can meals. No bookings accepted.
Friday, 5th September 6.00-9.00pm. Friday night barbecue with Steve Ferbrache live.
Friday, 12th September 7.30-11.00pm. Feast with Henry Herbert + Live Jazz singer Kitty Laroar
Saturday, 13th September 6.00-10.30pm . Live Music – The Burway + Ragstone.
Friday, 19th September 6.00-9.00pm. Friday night barbecue with Tom Bradshaw – a Stroud based singer and song writer.
Saturday, 20th September 6.00-10.00pm. Driving Force. Formed in the late 90s and toured with legendary US bands.
Saturday, 27th September 6.00- 10.30pm. Dobunni Ceilidh. Immerse yourself in a mixture of circle, partner and set dances.
More info here .
Dates for your diaries
Friday, 3rd October. Film night with Alan Vaughan and the History Group. Films on Gladys Beale; a Portal through Time from the Minchinhampton Primary School and Minchinhampton in the Elizabethan area.
Thursday, 9th – Sunday, 12th October. Box Art Show. Box Art Group was founded by the renowned stained glass artist Edward Payne 40 years ago this year, and continues to thrive. Edward Payne lived in Box village for most of his working life, and produced around 70 windows for churches in England and Wales, This year. the art group is making an extra effort for its annual exhibition to celebrate its 40th year. The aim is to exhibit 100 paintings by the group’s artists in the Box Village Hall. The exhibition will be open to the public with free admission, from Friday 10th October to Sunday 12th, and with tea, coffee and cake available on the Saturday and Sunday.
Friday, 10th October. Coach trip to Compton Verney, Wellsboune with Ian and Katie Jarvis.
Saturday, 11th October. Join Claire, our resident ecologist, on our Autumn Nature Walk down at the Voltaire’s Woods, for a walk and talk about how we manage the woods to make it a happy habitat for birds, bees and bats and the community, and to find some magical fungi. The walk is two hours and we recommend good waterproof walking boots as you will be out on uneven terrain for a couple of hours. Kettle will be on for a brew from 9.30am. Walk starts at 10am. Price: Adults £16; Children aged 12-18 £12; Under 12s go free. Book your place here.
Saturday, 11th October. John Kirkpatrick Folk Concert at the Market House.
Saturday, 1st November, 8.30am-3.00pm Beaudesert Park School Autumn Fair.
Visit the school to start your Christmas shopping with stalls including Oarsum, 100 Acres, Hoboko and Manuka Direct. Food and coffees are on offer in the Courtyard, including Jesse Smith and Coffee & Bee. The Country House Department, Beaufort Polo Club and Concierge Medical are sponsoring the event. Entry is £3.50 for adults (children U16 go free), all proceeds will go to Bristol Children’s Hospital charity, The Grand Appeal https://beaudesert.gloucs.sch.uk/
Nailsworth Society trip to see Matthew Bourne’s The Red Shoes at the Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff on Thursday 5th March 2026 at 2.30 pm. There are quite a group of Minchinhampton people now going on these theatre visits but there is always room for more! Tickets cost £43 for Nailsworth Society members and £46 for non-members. Deadline for booking is Monday, 10th November. Transport will be arranged with pick up points at Nailsworth Bus Station, Rooksmoor Mills and Minchinhampton Scout Hut. There will be a small charge for this. For further information and to book, please contact Susan Staniforth at susanstaniforth@hotmail.co.uk or telephone 07891 436917.
Further Afield
Cotswold Playhouse
Sunday Film Night – West Side Story Sunday 21st September 6.30pm Tickets £8 (£5 children)
Winner of ten Academy Awards including Best Picture, this electrifying musical sets the ageless tragedy of Romeo and Juliet in the slums of 1950s New York and stars Natalie Wood, George Chakiris, Rita Moreno & Russ Tamblyn. This is a rare chance to view the 1961 classic on a big screen.
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead
Tuesday, 30th September – Saturday, 4th October 7.30pm Tickets £16
Shakespeare In Love author Tom Stoppard’s comedy retells the story of Hamlet from the point of view of two of its most minor characters and transforms a grim tale of death, madness, jealousy and rage into a much-loved comedy. This Cotswold Players’ production celebrates the sixtieth anniversary of the play’s launch at the Edinburgh Festival in 1966.
Bookings here, or Box Office 0333 666 3366
Barn Theatre, Cirencester
Monday, 1st September – Sunday, 12th October – Haywire
Haywire is a heartwarming and riotously funny new play, commissioned by the Barn and licensed by the BBC, to be performed ahead of the 75th anniversary year of The Archers. Age Guidance 12+.
Bookings here, or Box office: 01285 648255
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.
Monday, 1st Sept – 8.00-10.00pm Pints and Perspectives Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton Discover Meaning, Find new Perspectives, Build Connections. Enjoy a pint with the priest and the pastor of our churches. More information from rector@minchchurch.org.uk and danny.brown@minchbc.org.uk
Tuesday, 2nd Sept – 2.30-4.30pm Afternoon Fellowship Group Porch Room, Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton All welcome. More information from Sue Fairley 01453 873139
Wednesday, 3rd Sept – 2.30-4.30pm Women’s Institute: The Dymock Poets Coronation Scouts Hut, Dr Browns Road, Minchinhampton. Speaker: Andy Mellor For more information, contact Sandy (President) emery31@btinternet.com, Christina ( Secretary) gooch764@btinternet.com or
Joy (Minch Life liaison rep) joyburr005@gmail.com
Thursday, 4th Sept – 10.30am-12.00noon Hampton Probus: Bound for Botany Bay Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton. Non members welcome. For further information contact: webmaster@hamptonprobus.co.uk
Friday, 5th Sept – 10.00am-12.30pm Free Digital Support: Personalised 1-2-1 Appointments with Digi-champion Minchinhampton Community Library, School Road. Book your space in advance by calling 01453 885497, email secretary@mclt.org.uk, or call into the library during opening hours
Friday, 5th Sept – 6.30-9.00pm Box Bar Box Village Hall An enjoyable social hub for the village.
Saturday, 6th Sept – 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, 6th Sept – 10.00am -12.00noon Coffee Morning Porch Room, Holy Trinity Church Minchinhampton. All welcome. If you require a lift please call 01453 889004
Saturday, 6th Sept – 10.00am-12.30pm Volunteer Day Hill House, Amberley Come and find out about volunteering – there are lots of different ways to be involved in the garden and house. Find out more about Hill House here and contact katesanctuarybreaks@gmail.com if you would like to come along.
Saturday, 6th Sept – 12.00noon-4.00pm Minchinhampton Garden Club Annual Show Minchinhampton Primary School. School Road 9.00am judging and cups presented by Kate Silverton at 4.00pm. 60 different classes open to all. 8 awards.
Saturday, 6th Sept – 3.00-7.00pm Walk (& Talk) for Longfield Burleigh Lane. Choose from a 5k or 10k route starting from the hospice grounds. From £5.00 child/£7.50 adult – additional cost for food. Sign up here.
Saturday, 6th Sept – from 7.30pm Minchinhampton Cotswold Club Auction & Prize Draw – Chairman’s Day Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton. The auction is scheduled to begin between 7:30pm and 8:00pm with auctioneer: Mr Brian Powell Catalogue can be accessed here. All proceeds going toward the purchase of new carpets for the beautifully renovated staircase. Remote bids also taken.
Sunday, 7th Sept – 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.
Sunday, 7th Sept – 3.00-5.30pm Box Village Show Box Village Hall Produce, Flowers, Baking, Photography, Crafts. Free entry.
Sunday, 7th Sept – 7.45-10.00pm Arkie’s Quiz Night Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton. £4.00 per team of four.
Monday, 8th Sept – 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, 8th Sept – 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, 8th Sept – 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, 9th Sept – 10.15am-12.15pm Scrabble Group Minchinhampton Community Library, School Road. Free event. Just come along, newcomers welcome.
Wednesday, 10th Sept – 9.00am-5.00pm Coach Trip to Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings with Ian Jarvis Coach £28, Admission £13. Total £41. Tel: 01453 833131 or 07403 899599/07802 357478
Thursday, 11th Sept – 10.00am-12.00noon. Minchinhampton Probus: The Death of British Humour 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, 11th Sept – 6.00-8.00pm Beginners Sewing Taster Session Market House, Minchinhampton Getting to know your sewing machine. This fun and friendly beginners taster evening will involve learning how to thread your own machine, winding a bobbin and making a gorgeous mini string of bunting. Booking is essential. Materials will be provided.
£25.00 Please contact Sonia for further information. 07985 152161/sonialavy@gmail.com
Thursday, 11th Sept 7.30-9.30pm Amberley Gardening Club: Ponds Amberley Parish Rooms. Speaker: Diana White. Guests are welcome at a charge of £4. For more information please contact christo.p.bailey@outlook.com
Friday, 12th Sept – 9.30am-1.30pm Free Eating Well Workshop Longfield Hospice, Burleigh Lane Longfield is partnering with Macmillan, Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust to explore the importance of a balanced diet when living with cancer. Call the Wellbeing Centre: 01453 733 706 or email Wellbeing@longfield.org.uk
Saturday, 13th Sept – 10.00am-11.00pm Cotswold Club 79th Anniversary Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton 10.00am-midday – Coffee morning with Annie Toomer, 2.00-4.00pm – Live music, 2.00-3.00 and 5.00-6.00pm Happy Hour, all drinks £3.00, 7.00pm till late – Karaoke Chaos with host Keith Allen
Saturday, 13th Sept – 10.30-11.30am Wild Words & Stories Minchinhampton Community Library, School Road Nature themed writing and creative writing (age 5-12), Creative Writing Adventures (Age 5-16), Just Write (Teenagers) Free event. More information here.
Saturday, 13th Sept – 12.00noon-5.00pm Minchinhampton Country Fayre The Park, Minchinhampton
Saturday, 13th Sept – 6.30-10.00pm Wild Song Acapellies Choir – a Song cycle for the Earth
Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton A surround-sound performance of polyphonic nature songs from Georgia, Iceland, South America, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Greece and Britain. Led by Eleanor Holliday. £5 minimum suggested donation on the door. Part of Minchinhampton Country Fayre.
Monday, 15th Sept – 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, 15th Sept – 7.30-9.30pm Sing, Laugh and Eat Cake! Amberley Parish Room, GL5 5JG An hour’s free singing workshop. No solos, no auditions, just harmony.
Tuesday, 16th Sept – 7.30-9.30pm Minch Book Club The Crown, High Street. Books for discussion: The Last List of Mabel Beaumont by Laura Pearson, The Vanishing of Margaret Small by Neil Alexander, The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley and The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion. For further information please contact: Rachel Montgomery at rachel@monty.one or 07715 303707
Tuesday, 16th Sept – 7.45-10.30pm Singer Songwriter Open Mic Night (part of Minchinhampton Folk Club Festival) Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton Free Entry
Tuesday, 16th Sept – 7.00-9.30pm Box Gardening Club: How landscape design can play a significant role in the creation of liveable cities Box Village Hall Speaker: Jonathan King
For further information contact: BoxGarden@box-village.com
Wednesday, 17th Sept – 10.30am-12.00noon. Social Book Club Minchinhampton Community Library, School Road. “Summer/Seaside” is the topic for this month’s book discussion. This can be interpreted however you want.
Thursday, 18th Sept – 10.30am-12.00noon Hampton Probus: The Roman Villa at Chedworth Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton. Non members welcome. For further information contact: webmaster@hamptonprobus.co.uk
Thursday, 18th Sept – 12.00-3.30pm Minchinhampton Ladies Lunch Club: Horsfall House (Speaker Duncan Wood) The Old Lodge, Minchinhampton Common. New members welcome but it is important to contact Biddy Hadfield before attending the lunch. bthadfield@btinternet.com
Friday, 19th Sept – 6.30-9.00pm Box Bar Box Village Hall An enjoyable social hub for the village.
Friday, 19th Sept – 6.30-9.00pm Cotswold Sessions Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton Relaxed folk tune and song session. (Part of Minchinhampton Folk Club Festival)
Friday, 19th Sept – 7.15-10.00pm Wendy’s Cash Bingo Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton. Book Sales 7:15pm, Eyes Down 7:30pm Members and Guests are welcome (Guests must be signed in)
Friday, 19th Sept – 7.30-10.00pm The Strange Case of Tom Longs Post: Minchinhampton Local History Group Market House, Minchinhampton Talk by Richard Davis. Highwayman or suicide or something else? In this talk Richard Davis explores the many theories put forward for the name of this famous signpost and presents new evidence. Tickets £5.00 (£4.00 for members) cash only from M & B Stores or on the door.
Saturday, 20th Sept – 1.00-10.30pm Music Marathon (part of Minchinhampton Folk Club Festival) Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton With Special Guests, A D Scruffs. Free entry.
Sunday, 21st Sept – 2.00-4.00pm Table Top Sale (MinchCan event) Box Village Hall Come for a browse, a cuppa and a cake. Stuff to sell – £2.00 per table Contact canminch@gmail.com
Sunday, 21st Sept – 7.45-10.00pm Arkie’s Quiz Night Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton. £4.00 per team of four.
Monday, 22nd Sept – Friday, 26th Sept – Coach Trip Holiday to York with Ian Jarvis Tel: 01453 833131 or 07403 899599/07802 357478
Wednesday, 24th Sept – 2.00-4.00pm Alzheimer Café Longfield Hospice, Burleigh Lane Support, advice, discussion time and musical entertainment for those living at home and suffering from any form of dementia. There is no need to book or register – just turn up; all are welcome, as are potential volunteers helpers. For more information, email the café organiser Richard Burt: richard.burt54@gmail.com
Wednesday, 24th Sept – 7.00-9.30pm Alpha Course Minchinhampton Baptist Church, Tetbury Street First day of a series of group conversations, everyone’s welcome no matter your background or beliefs. Book at email courses@minchbc.org.uk by 17 September.
Thursday, 25th Sept – 9.30-11.00am Stroud Businesswomen’s Network Meeting Minchinhampton New Golf Course, off Hampton Hill. Non-members who would like a free introductory meeting please email enquiries@stroudbusinesswomen.org.uk
Thursday, 25th Sept – 10.00am-12.00noon. Minchinhampton Probus: 400 years of Stroudwater Textiles 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.
Friday, 26th Sept – 12.00noon-2.30pm Friday Lunch Club 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.
Saturday, 27th Sept – 10.00am-12.00noon MacMillan Coffee Morning Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton.
Saturday, 27th Sept – 10.00am-12.00noon Community Litter Pick Minchinhampton Community Library, School Road. Litter picking equipment will be provided
Saturday, 27th Sept – 4.30-5.30pm Teatime Concert: Anna Magdalena Bach’s life in words and music Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton First concert in 12th series of Coffee and Teatime Concerts. Tea and cakes served in the porch room from 4.00pm. Admission free with retiring collection.
Saturday, 27th Sept – 7.00pm Summer Skittles Presentation Night Cotswold Club, High Street, Minchinhampton
Sunday, 28th Sept – from 8.00am Five Valleys Walk The walk is a circular route covering 21 miles and is perfect for all ages and abilities, as you can choose your own distance between 8 checkpoints, one being Bell Lane car park, Minchinhampton. Stagecoach will help shuttle you back to your start point. For more information and registration see the website here.
Sunday, 28th Sept – 10.30am-1.00pm Minchinhampton Walking and Wildlife Group: A walk in Leighterton Meet at the Bell Lane Car park. Please contact karencolebourn@gmail.com for further details.
Monday, 29th Sept – 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
Tuesday, 30th Sept – 3.15-5.00pm Messy Church Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton Messy Harvest – A Story, games and crafts. Children must bring an adult and there is something for everyone!
Wednesday, 1st Oct – 2.30-4.30pm Minchinhampton Women’s Institute: Old Sewing Machines Coronation Scout Hut, Dr Browns Road, Minchinhampton Speaker: Paul Verney For more information, contact Sandy (President) emery31@btinternet.com, Christina ( Secretary) gooch764@btinternet.com or Joy (Minch Life liaison rep) joyburr005@gmail.com
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 & Janet
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