| February 11 | 12:30 pm |
Whitstock – that relaxed event for all tastes in music is back at the Sports and Social Club…
Archive for 2011
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Thursday, December 29th, 2011Whitchurch Cinema – ‘One Day’
Thursday, December 29th, 2011| January 26 | 8:00 pm |
After spending the night together on the night of their college graduation Dexter and Em are shown each year on the same date to see where they are in their lives.
New Year’s Eve at the Red House
Thursday, December 29th, 2011| December 31 | 7:00 pm |
Both dancing and a special meal are being offered at the Red House to see in 2012.
Chance to Win £1000 on New Year’s Eve?
Thursday, December 29th, 2011| December 31 | 7:00 pm |
The New Year’s Eve party at the Sports and Social Club is always one of the town’s annual attractions…
Public to Hand Over Petitions to MP
Tuesday, December 27th, 2011| December 28 | 11:30 am | - | 11:45 am | ||
Public invited to witness Torch Relay petitions being handed over to our MP who will forward them to the Olympics organisers…
Cup Match at Longmeadow
Tuesday, December 20th, 2011| December 20 | 7:30 pm |
Whitchurch Utd v Basingstoke Royals
Service for the New Year
Sunday, December 18th, 2011| January 1 | 10:30 am |
Service led by the new Student Minister – Paul Wheeler.
Come along, meet Paul, and welcome in 2012.
Carols by Candlelight
Sunday, December 18th, 2011| December 18 | 6:00 pm |
A special candlelit atmosphere awaits all…
Whitchurch Association AGM
Friday, December 16th, 2011| January 21 | 10:00 am |
The Annual General Meeting of the Whitchurch Association
Whitchurch Association Annual General Meeting. 21.1.12 10am
Friday, December 16th, 2011Whitchurch Association AGM. January 21st 2012 at 10am.
Family Christmas Party
Thursday, December 15th, 2011| December 17 | 2:00 pm | - | 6:00 pm | ||
A party for the whole family…
Olympic Torch Relay Campaign (Details)
Thursday, December 15th, 2011Details about the Torch Relay campaign – download posters and petition forms here!
Fairytale Winners and Shopping
Wednesday, December 14th, 2011| December 16 | 6:00 pm |
Have you won?
Parish Hall AGM
Friday, December 9th, 2011| December 16 | 7:00 pm |
Annual General Meeting of the Parish Hall, London Street.
Snuggly Sockimals
Friday, December 9th, 2011Everyone loves a cuddle…
Beat Surgery – 20th December
Monday, December 5th, 2011| December 20 | 3:00 pm | - | 4:00 pm | ||
Should anyone wish to discuss any local police matters…
Campaign for Arctic Star Convoy Medal (Update: SUCCESS!)
Monday, December 5th, 2011A former mayor of Whitchurch, and WWII Arctic convoy veteran is a leading campaigner for a distinct Arctic Medal.
Walking for Health – with mince pies and a quiz too!
Sunday, December 4th, 2011| December 21 | 10:00 am |
A walk with mince pies, brandy butter and mulled wine…
Merry Christmas!
Sunday, December 4th, 2011| December 25 |
Ho! Ho! Ho!
It is a peaceful evening…
Wednesday, November 30th, 2011With less than 24 hours to go before the Christmas in Whitchurch celebrations begin, all is quiet and peaceful at the Town Hall.
Latest – Faster Broadband For All
Wednesday, November 30th, 2011Today details of the coverage of which of premises that will be able to receive Faster Broadband was announced.
Ice Your own Christmas Cake
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011| December 1 | 10:00 am | - | 12:00 pm | December 7 | 10:00 am | - | 12:00 pm |
Bring along your cake; you will be shown how to marzipan, flat ice and decorate.
Christmas Cup Cake Lessons
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011| November 30 | 10:00 am | - | 12:00 pm | December 6 | 10:00 am | - | 12:00 pm | December 13 | 10:00 am | - | 12:00 pm |
Fun two hour session decorating in fondant, at the end of the session you will have six beautiful festive cup cakes to take home.
Songs of Praise
Sunday, November 27th, 2011| January 15 | 10:30 am |
This year is the 200th Anniversary of the Methodist Church being in its present building and a number of special events are being held.
Community Groups Meeting – Working Together
Sunday, November 27th, 2011| November 28 | 8:00 pm | March 14 | 8:00 pm |
A gathering of representatives of local community groups….
News Year’s Eve – Who will be crowned?
Sunday, November 27th, 2011| December 31 | 8:00 pm |
Who will be crowned the King and Queen of the Hart?
Mr Bumble visits the Hart
Sunday, November 27th, 2011| December 24 | 1:00 pm | - | 3:00 pm | ||
Popular children’s entertainer Mr Bumble makes a popular return…
Christmas Disco
Sunday, November 27th, 2011| December 23 | 8:00 pm |
Pull out that seasonal Fancy Dress and get down to the Hart…
Cusick @ the Hart
Sunday, November 27th, 2011| December 17 | 8:00 pm |
You won’t want to miss this…
Acoustix @ the Hart
Sunday, November 27th, 2011| December 10 | 8:00 pm |
Acoustix return to play the White Hart again with a special brand of music.
Santa gets his Beard Cut!
Sunday, November 27th, 2011| December 3 | 12:00 pm |
A very special, if not unusual event takes place…
Yogamaniac Christmas Lunch
Friday, November 25th, 2011| December 15 | 12:00 pm |
The Thursday morning Yoga Group Christmas Lunch is being held at the Watership Down Inn.
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Friday, November 25th, 2011| December 13 | 7:43 pm | - | 9:43 pm | ||
A forum for creativity within the town
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Friday, November 25th, 2011| November 14 | 7:43 pm | - | 9:43 pm | ||
A forum for creativity within the town
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Friday, November 25th, 2011| October 16 | 7:43 pm | - | 9:43 pm | ||
A forum for creativity within the town
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Friday, November 25th, 2011| July 10 | 7:43 pm | - | 9:43 pm | ||
A forum for creativity within the town
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Friday, November 25th, 2011| June 14 | 7:43 pm | - | 9:43 pm | ||
A forum for creativity within the town
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Friday, November 25th, 2011| May 16 | 7:43 pm | - | 9:43 pm | ||
A forum for creativity within the town
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Friday, November 25th, 2011| April 10 | 7:43 pm | - | 9:43 pm | ||
A forum for creativity within the town
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Friday, November 25th, 2011| March 15 | 7:43 pm | - | 9:43 pm | ||
A forum for creativity within the town
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Friday, November 25th, 2011| February 15 | 7:43 pm | - | 9:43 pm | ||
A forum for creativity within the town
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Friday, November 25th, 2011| January 10 | 7:43 pm |
A forum for creativity within the town
Blood Donor Sessions
Friday, November 25th, 2011| December 20 | 1:15 pm | - | 3:25 pm | 4:30 pm | - | 6:45 pm |
You can make an appointment online, telephone or just turn up.
Blood Donor Sessions
Friday, November 25th, 2011| July 25 | 1:15 pm | - | 3:25 pm | 4:30 pm | - | 6:45 pm |
You can make an appointment online, telephone or just turn up.
Blood Donor Sessions
Friday, November 25th, 2011| April 3 | 1:15 pm | - | 3:25 pm | 4:30 pm | - | 6:45 pm |
You can make an appointment online, telephone or just turn up.
New Years Eve Party @ The Kings
Friday, November 25th, 2011| December 31 | 8:00 pm |
Celebrate the New Year in with a party in style.
Kings Arms ‘Got Talent’
Friday, November 25th, 2011| December 29 | 8:00 pm |
Who are the stars of tomorrow!
Christmas Eve Party @ The Kings
Friday, November 25th, 2011| December 24 | 8:00 pm |
Now now, just how can you miss this!
Fancy Dress and Karaoke!
Organic Gardening Club: Talk by Chris Bird
Friday, November 25th, 2011| January 16 | 7:45 pm |
This evening, popular speaker Chris Bird from Sparsholt College…
Christmas music in the Square – Carols for Christmas
Friday, November 25th, 2011| December 24 | 10:00 am |
While others may rush to find that last minute Christmas present
WI Christmas Party
Friday, November 25th, 2011| December 15 | 7:15 pm |
Whooo hooooo! Time for Mulled Wine, nibbles and lots of gossiping
Singing for Fun – Christmas is coming
Thursday, November 24th, 2011| December 7 | 7:30 pm |
Described as an evening of mince pies and music…
Christingle Service
Thursday, November 24th, 2011| November 27 | 6:00 pm |
Christingle is is a wonderful service about explaining the Christian faith…
Motown Night
Thursday, November 24th, 2011| December 16 | 8:00 pm |
Swing to the sounds of Motown – do you remember?
Pool Competition @ The Kings
Thursday, November 24th, 2011| November 27 | 3:00 pm |
Another of the Kings Arms popular pool competitions.
Vicars and Tarts
Thursday, November 24th, 2011| November 26 | 8:00 pm |
This will be a great evening of fun and hilarity…
Oddballs @ The Watership
Thursday, November 24th, 2011| November 26 | 9:00 pm |
Local band Oddballs get together top play an acoustic set.
New Year’s Walk
Thursday, November 24th, 2011| January 2 | 11:00 am |
A circular walk out to the Watership Down Inn for refreshments with a choice of two routes back.
Christmas Lights Walk
Thursday, November 24th, 2011| December 20 | 5:45 pm |
An evening walk around Whitchurch to view the Christmas Lights…
Ticketyboo Social Club
Thursday, November 24th, 2011| December 8 | 7:00 pm | - | 9:00 pm | ||
Learn the popular vintage dances of the 1930s, 40s and 50s.
Wine Tasting Night
Thursday, November 24th, 2011| November 30 | 7:00 pm |
A fun and informal evening where you will be guided through a selection of quality wines from the Old and New World followed by a two-course dinner.
Strike
Thursday, November 24th, 2011The national public sector strike will be hitting Whitchurch next week…
Christmas Fair – Primary School
Wednesday, November 23rd, 2011| December 9 | 3:30 pm | - | 6:00 pm | ||
FOWPS – the Friends of Whitchurch Primary School – are holding their annual Christmas Fair…
Coaching Days
Monday, November 21st, 2011| December 6 | 7:30 pm |
A History Society talk by Mervyn Annetts and Richard Oram, followed by mince pies and mulled wine.
New Years Eve Family Ceilidh
Monday, November 21st, 2011| December 31 | 8:00 pm |
Celebrate the end of the year and welcome in the new, with a dance-packed party suitable for all the family.
Christmas Craft and Twilight Stories
Monday, November 21st, 2011| December 21 | 6:00 pm |
Two activities for children are being held at the Library this evening…
Whitchurch Festival AGM
Sunday, November 20th, 2011| December 6 | 7:00 pm |
The Annual General Meeting.
The Difference @ The Hart
Sunday, November 20th, 2011| November 25 | 8:30 pm | - | 11:30 pm | ||
Local band The Difference play their brand of music at the White Hart.
Great Whitchurch Carol Singing Tour
Sunday, November 20th, 2011| December 22 | 7:30 pm |
The annual Great Christmas Carol Singing tour, around the pubs…
CHRISTMAS IN WHITCHURCH 2011
Sunday, November 20th, 2011Pictures from the Whitchurch in Christmas Launch 2011
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The Event
This year was perhaps the best Christmas launch that there has been for many a year with a new enthusiastic team organising and arranging a whole raft of exciting activities.
We list here the special evening events that were held.
THURSDAY 1st DECEMBER
TOWN HALL
5.45pm
‘Singing For Fun’ Choir
Music from band
Carol [...]
New Arrival at Rosie’s Gifts
Wednesday, November 16th, 2011Rosie’s Gifts has just taken delivery of a nice stock of toys, …..
Film: Little Town of Bethlehem
Tuesday, November 15th, 2011| December 11 | 7:00 pm |
‘Little Town of Bethlehem’ shares the gripping story of three men, born into violence, willing to risk everything to bring an end to violence in their lifetime. A Christian, a Muslim and a Jew…
Science Magic… Magic Science
Monday, November 14th, 2011| December 5 | 6:45 pm | - | 8:00 pm | ||
An exciting show for the whole family – a visual and interactive display of the most spectacular Science demonstrations.
Mityana Ball
Monday, November 14th, 2011| May 26 |
Raising funds for Mityana.
Dads and Kids
Monday, November 14th, 2011| December 3 | 10:00 am | - | 12:00 pm | ||
This is a fun chance to spend valuable time with your children as well as to meet other Dads – and maybe even have some time to enjoy a bacon sarnie and read the paper.
Quiz Night @ the Hart
Monday, November 14th, 2011| November 24 | 8:00 pm |
Rising Fives Pre-School Group are holding a popular Quiz night at the White Hart to raise funds.
Do you use Whitchurch websites?
Friday, November 11th, 2011| December 7 | 8:00 pm |
A friendly relaxed gathering to chat over what works and what doesn’t. Definitely no techie knowledge required!
Olympic Torch Relay Campaign
Friday, November 11th, 2011Let’s convince the London 2012 Olympic organisers that the Torch Relay should come through Whitchurch, Hampshire on 12 July 2012…
Christmas is Coming! – and to Rosie’s Gifts
Tuesday, November 8th, 2011The days are getting shorter and colder and there is only 6 weeks until Christmas!
Win! Win! Win!
Friday, November 4th, 2011| November 5 | 7:00 pm |
The Social Club holds the next round of its draw this evening.
Karaoke and Fancy Dress @ the Kings
Thursday, November 3rd, 2011| November 5 | 8:00 pm |
Another popular evening of karaoke at the Kings Arms.
Whitchurch Snow Patrol – Launch Meeting
Tuesday, November 1st, 2011| November 10 | 7:00 pm |
Can you help? The Launch Meeting of the Whitchurch Snow Patrol.
Acoustic Music @ The Bell
Tuesday, November 1st, 2011| November 6 | 4:00 pm |
Music sessions at the Bell…
Music @ the Club
Tuesday, November 1st, 2011| March 25 | 1:00 pm |
A relaxing afternoon of acoustic music with Keith Bell and friends.
Overton v Whitchurch!
Monday, October 31st, 2011| November 1 | 7:30 pm |
There has always been a rivalry – and talks of battles…
Trick or Treat?
Monday, October 31st, 2011Trick or treating can cause distress to many.
Some see it is making demands with menaces.
An extra hour in bed?
Saturday, October 29th, 2011| October 30 |
Don’t forget the clocks go back today!
Annual Church Fete – 2012
Saturday, October 29th, 2011| July 15 | 3:00 pm |
The Fete is being held today!
Vote for Daniel Park as Queen Elizabeth II Field
Tuesday, October 25th, 2011A chance to keep a local park as open space, forever…
Have you green fingers?
Tuesday, October 25th, 2011| November 24 | 7:00 pm |
Are you interested in brightening up Whitchurch through being part of Basingstoke in Bloom?
We’ll Meet Again Party
Sunday, October 23rd, 2011| December 3 | 4:30 pm |
A party for the over 65’s
Remembrance Service and Parade
Sunday, October 23rd, 2011| November 13 | 9:45 am | - | 11:00 am | ||
Remembering the sacrifices made by those who have served our country. Parade at 9:45 to All Hallows followed by service starting at 10:15.
11 • 11 • 11 • 11
Saturday, October 22nd, 2011| November 11 | 11:00 am |
“Lest we forget”…
Social Club Christmas Lunch
Saturday, October 22nd, 2011| December 11 | December 18 |
Four courses of Festive food…
Craft and Gift Fair
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011| November 26 | 11:00 am | - | 4:00 pm | ||
The annual Testbourne Craft and Gift Fair is a highlight of the pre-Christmas Calendar…
Chill2this Hallowe’en Party
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011| October 28 |
Those attending the Youth Club are being encouraged to dress up for the Hallowe’en Party.
The Bookshop that Flew Away – Head2Head Theatre
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011| October 25 | 2:00 pm |
The twins’ parents & the Jellybean Bookshop have disappeared.
The suspected culprit is a wicked wizard. Help the twins…
Gala Evening @ the Club
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011| December 3 | 7:00 pm |
Whitchurch United Football Club holds a fantastic Gala evening with a mass of entertainment.
Magical Fun with Hogwarts Fancy Dress and Disco
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011| November 5 | 8:30 pm |
How many Harry Potter’s will make a White Hart Disco ?
Music Session @ The Club
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011| October 23 | 12:30 pm |
A relaxing afternoon of acoustic music with Keith Bell and friends.
Magical Winter Family Show – ‘The Phoenix and the Carpet’
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011| December 3 | 6:00 pm |
‘Join four children on their adventures as they are whisked away on their new magical carpet, with help of a mysterious and fiery phoenix!’
Ticketyboo Social Club
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011| November 3 | 7:00 pm | - | 9:00 pm | ||
Come and learn the popular vintage dances of the 1930’s, 40’s and 50’s.
Whitchurch Films – Bridesmaids
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011| November 24 | 8:00 pm |
‘Picked as her best friend’s maid of honour, lovelorn and broke Annie looks to bluff her way through the expensive and bizarre rituals with an oddball group of bridesmaids.’
Christmas Shopping in Bath
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011| December 5 | 9:30 am | - | 6:00 pm | ||
Join us on a Christmas Coach Trip to Bath, to visit this magical city at the most picturesque time of year…
Coach trip to Glastonbury and Street Shopping Village
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011| November 14 | 9:30 am | - | 6:00 pm | ||
Relax on a day out to Glastonbury, where you will be free to explore this historic and mystical centre of legend…
Creative Pumpkin Decoration
Wednesday, October 19th, 2011| October 29 | 12:00 pm | - | 2:00 pm | ||
Have some fun creating some creative pumpkins at the White Hart…
Bloody Good Time
Tuesday, October 18th, 2011| October 25 | 1:15 pm | - | 3:25 pm | 4:30 pm | - | 6:45 pm |
Donate some red stuff in the ’spirit’ of the season…
Free postage deal from Hardy’s
Thursday, October 13th, 2011Get free postage and packaging on orders over £60 before 31 October 2011…
Friends of Whitchurch Primary School (FOWPS)
Friday, October 7th, 2011| October 10 | 7:45 pm | - | 9:00 pm | ||
This is an opportunity for parents to meet other parents of pupils attending the school…
Flu Clinics 2011
Friday, October 7th, 2011| October 13 | 8:00 am | - | 7:00 pm | October 15 | 8:30 am | - | 11:00 am |
Get your flu jab at the surgery!
Sale Time at Rosie’s
Wednesday, October 5th, 2011Can you believe it? One year has already passed by since the launch of Rosie’s Gifts in London Street.
FA Cup – excellent showing by Whitchurch
Saturday, October 1st, 2011It was a good match.
Whitchurch FA Cup game on the Radio
Friday, September 30th, 2011News from the Whitchurch town’s website…
If you can’t make the game between Whitchurch and Gloucester City AFC, we believe it is being broadcast exclusively on TigersRadio, the official radio station of the Gloucester club.
You have to subscribe, but if you have been called away to Rockall for an urgent business trip, or the family says [...]
Hardy’s Still Open!
Friday, September 30th, 2011Hardy’s Cottage Garden Plants nursery closed weekends, but open all week despite the road works signs…
Silk Mill Volunteer Day
Thursday, September 29th, 2011| October 1 | 10:00 am | - | 1:00 pm | ||
Many hands make light work… Its fun too!
Family Willow and Cane Lantern making workshop
Wednesday, September 28th, 2011| November 12 | 10:00 am | - | 12:30 pm | ||
A magical lantern making workshop…
Christmas Characters Family Crafts
Wednesday, September 28th, 2011| December 3 | 10:00 am | - | 12:30 pm | ||
Come and create a set of colorful Christmas characters to decorate your home.
Crafty Affairs
Tuesday, September 27th, 2011| September 28 | 7:30 pm | - | 9:30 pm | ||
Join us for a couple of hours of fun, laughter and maybe even do a bit of crafting! No previous experience necessary!
***PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS NO WATERCOLOUR CLASS THIS WEEK***
Judo Club For Youth
Monday, September 26th, 2011Youth between 5 and 16 are welcome to pop by for a free judo lesson…
An evening of classical music
Thursday, September 22nd, 2011| September 30 | 7:30 pm |
An enjoyable evening raising money for Naomi House Children’s Hospice…
Chris Miller Welcome Home & BBQ @ the Hart
Thursday, September 22nd, 2011| October 1 | 2:00 pm |
Celebrate the return from the cycle ride to Ben Nevis and back…
Acoustic Music @ The Bell
Tuesday, September 20th, 2011| December 4 | 4:00 pm |
Music sessions at the Bell…
FA Cup: The Big Match
Monday, September 19th, 2011| October 1 | 3:00 pm |
Whitchurch Utd FC v Gloucester City AFC
Can someone help please?
Thursday, September 15th, 2011My fiance fractured his hand last night and it is now in a cast, but he needs to get to work in Newbury every day…
Excursion to Kingston-upon-Thames
Thursday, September 15th, 2011| October 10 |
Shops, cafes, restaurants – a great day out…
Theatre night – two farces plus ‘Bazaar and Rummage’ by Sue Townsend
Thursday, September 15th, 2011| January 26 7:30 pm | - | January 28 7:30 pm |
WADS, Whitchurch’s theatre group, will be presenting a production of three parts.
Christmas Fayre @ the GNC
Thursday, September 15th, 2011| December 1 | 5:00 pm | - | 9:00 pm | ||
The Annual Christmas Gift Fayre at the Gill Nethercott Centre.
200th Anniversary – Flower Festival
Thursday, September 15th, 2011| June 15 | - | June 18 |
The Methodist Church is celebrating its 200th Anniversary with a Flower Festival…
Karaoke @ The Kings
Wednesday, September 14th, 2011| October 8 | 8:00 pm |
Get those voices tuned up…
‘Wilderbeest in the Potting Shed’ – with Fish and Chips
Wednesday, September 14th, 2011| October 6 | 7:00 pm |
A Fish and Chip Supper, with a talk arranged by the local Conservative Association…
Fresh Air Miles Cycle Ride
Sunday, September 11th, 2011| October 2 |
A gentle cycle ride with a difference…
Charity Quiz @ the Hart
Sunday, September 11th, 2011| October 2 | 7:30 pm |
Stretch those brain cells and raise some funds at the same time…
Go Grease Lightening @ the Hart
Sunday, September 11th, 2011| October 1 | 8:30 pm |
Disco night, with fancy dress, promotions, prizes and a late bar.
Darren and Martin @ the Hart
Sunday, September 11th, 2011| September 16 | 8:30 pm |
The popular local duo are back again…
Table Tennis Taster Session
Saturday, September 10th, 2011| September 22 | 8:00 pm | - | 10:00 pm | ||
A free taster session for this fun sport…
Harvest Thanksgiving
Saturday, September 10th, 2011| September 25 | 10:00 am |
The annual church service at All Hallows…
Cookery Demonstration
Saturday, September 10th, 2011| September 15 | 7:15 pm |
Food – it makes our mouths water…
Afternoon Music @ the Social Club
Saturday, September 10th, 2011| September 18 | 12:30 pm |
Music, good food, fine beer, excellent company…
Singing for Fun
Friday, September 9th, 2011| September 14 | 7:30 pm |
From energetic African chants to Gospel songs…
Poker Night @ the Social Club
Friday, September 9th, 2011| September 24 | 7:30 pm |
A chance to make your millions…
FOWPS – AGM 2011
Friday, September 9th, 2011| September 21 | 7:30 pm | - | 8:30 pm | ||
Learn how people are supporting the primary school, and lend a hand if you like…
Millennium Meadow Annual General Meeting 2011
Friday, September 9th, 2011| October 6 | 8:00 pm | - | 9:30 pm | ||
Your chance to learn what the charity which runs the Meadow has been doing, and to influence its future…
Whitchurch Films – True Grit
Sunday, September 4th, 2011| September 22 | 8:00 pm |
Whitchurch Films – True Grit
FA Cup – Whitchurch continues their campaign
Saturday, September 3rd, 2011| September 17 | 3:00 pm |
After beating Bemerton Heath Harlequins and then Brading Town, Whitchurch United move into the 1st Qualifying round of the FA Cup.
Steam train through Whitchurch this evening
Saturday, September 3rd, 2011| September 6 | 8:20 pm |
Steam loco Tangmere is due to pass through…
Mega Jumble Sale
Saturday, September 3rd, 2011| September 10 | 12:00 pm | - | 4:00 pm | ||
The Kingfisher Day Centre is holding a Mega Jumble Sale at their Day Centre in the grounds of Testbourne School.
A History of Punch and Judy – a talk
Saturday, September 3rd, 2011| September 6 | 7:30 pm |
This month’s History Society talk is on the fascinating history of Punch and Judy, given by Alix Booth.
Townswomen’s Guild – The History of Basing House
Saturday, September 3rd, 2011| September 8 | 10:00 am |
An informative talk on Basing House…
Steam train (or trains) through Whitchurch today
Saturday, September 3rd, 2011| September 4 | 11:50 am |
Mind you don’t get smut in your eyes…
Whitchurch take on Winchester City
Saturday, September 3rd, 2011| September 6 | 7:45 pm |
Now Whitchurch start their League Cup campaign…
Karaoke @ The Kings
Saturday, September 3rd, 2011| September 3 | 8:00 pm |
Get those voices tuned up…
Live Music @ The Kings Arms
Saturday, September 3rd, 2011| September 17 | 8:30 pm |
Popular local group the Oddballs play at the Kings.
Beat Surgery – 6th September
Thursday, September 1st, 2011| September 6 | 3:00 pm | - | 4:00 pm | ||
Should anyone wish to discuss any local police matters…
In Town Without My Car
Thursday, September 1st, 2011| September 22 |
Why not leave the car at home, or cut down on its use – just for one day – it really isn’t that difficult.
LETTERS TO THE EDITORS
Thursday, September 1st, 2011Anyone is most welcome to submit a letter for publication.
To comment on any article, or to write a letter on a local issue please send them to
contact@whitchurch.org.uk.
Please supply a contact although names can be withheld on request.
Latest letters will be posted at the top.
The Editors reserve the right to shorten or not to publish contributions [...]
Two Circular Walks from Whitchurch
Wednesday, August 31st, 2011| September 10 | 10:15 am | - | 2:30 pm | ||
‘Walking for Health’ is now two years old…
Cats Protection – Coffee Morning
Wednesday, August 31st, 2011| September 8 | 10:00 am | - | 12:30 pm | ||
A Coffee Morning raising funds for Andover and District Cats Protection.
Steam train through Whitchurch today
Wednesday, August 31st, 2011| August 31 |
Today a steam-hauled train will be passing through Whitchurch in both directions
Forest Forge Theatre – ‘The World Outside’
Tuesday, August 30th, 2011| September 29 | 7:30 pm |
The World Outside is inspired by those living and working in the New Forest today, and explores the ties we have to home…
Bitter Ruin in Concert
Tuesday, August 30th, 2011| September 24 | 7:00 pm |
Bitter Ruin have been described by others as Noir, Indie, Rock, Punk, Folk, Cabaret, Soul, Musical Theatre, Flamenco, Classical and many other genres…
WHITCHURCH TOWN PLAN
Monday, August 29th, 2011Whitchurch Town Plan – a community plan for the town
Beginning the Consultation…
A Town Plan sets out the vision for the future; it sets the principles for how the town will develop over the next few years in terms of social needs, facilities, and a whole raft of critical issues that make Whitchurch what it is.
Those [...]
Drawing from Life
Monday, August 29th, 2011| August 30 |
A chance to practice composition and perspective in landscape drawing….
Need Help with Paperwork or Typing?
Monday, August 29th, 2011Need Help with Paperwork or Typing?
Always Something Different
Monday, August 29th, 2011How long ago did you pay a visit to Rosie’s Gifts?
Graffiti Workshop – Creative street art
Saturday, August 27th, 2011| August 31 | 6:00 pm | - | 9:00 pm | ||
Is graffiti art? A Summer Streetz workshop for 11-17 year olds…
Fun Cycle Ride and Picnic
Saturday, August 27th, 2011| September 3 | 10:00 am | - | 2:00 pm | ||
This enjoyable and gentle ride is in support of Chris Miller’s aim to help gain a youth centre for Whitchuch…
The Inaugural Test Valley Trundle
Saturday, August 27th, 2011| September 4 | 11:00 am | - | 1:00 pm | ||
A cycle ride with a difference – and lycra is banned!
Run, Swim, Cycle: 2 girls, 2 days, 20 kilometres
Saturday, August 27th, 2011| August 3 |
Two 13-year olds raising funds for Cancer Research…
Archery Course – Beginners
Saturday, August 27th, 2011| October 12 | 7:00 pm | - | 8:30 pm | ||
Learn the sport of archery…
School Re-Union, classes of ‘65, ‘66, 67
Saturday, August 27th, 2011| September 24 | 7:30 pm |
In the mid ’60’s did you attend Whitchurch Secondary Modern School, or Lordsfield School (Overton)…
FA Cup – the Dream Continues
Saturday, August 27th, 2011| September 3 | 3:00 pm |
Wembley is getting closer as Whitchurch take on Brading Town…
Silk Mill – Churches Together
Saturday, August 27th, 2011| September 4 | 3:00 pm |
Outdoor Service with the Salvation Army Band…
5-a-Side Football Tournament
Saturday, August 27th, 2011| August 28 | 12:00 pm | - | 11:00 pm | ||
The annual King’s Arms tournament takes place at Testbourne…
Spicy New Look Inside, Outside and Online
Thursday, August 25th, 2011Hot Spice Takeaway has refreshed is look and created a brand new website…
An Evening of Clairvoyance and Mediumship
Sunday, August 21st, 2011| October 1 | 7:30 pm | - | 10:30 pm | ||
The Sports and Social club is hosting a…
Crafty Affairs
Sunday, August 21st, 2011| August 24 | 7:30 pm | - | 9:30 pm | ||
A warm and friendly evening of washing water colours or funky felt fun! Come and join us – you’ll be surprised just how much you’ll laugh as you craft!
Fete
Sunday, August 21st, 2011| August 27 | 2:00 pm | - | 5:00 pm | ||
Annual Church Fete
sTOMp 71-mile charity walk starts
Friday, August 19th, 2011| September 19 |
Simon Dutton, starts his 71 mile walk along the Wayfarers Walk to raise funds…
BMX Workshop
Thursday, August 18th, 2011| August 24 | 6:00 pm | - | 9:00 pm | ||
Come along to a free BMX workshop to learn those skills…
Community Groups Meeting
Tuesday, August 16th, 2011| September 14 | 8:00 pm |
A gathering of representatives of local community groups…
The October Fayre, Saturday 1st October 2011
Tuesday, August 16th, 2011| October 1 | 10:00 am | - | 4:00 pm | ||
Crafty Affairs presents ‘The October Fayre’
Join us for a fantastic selection of crafts, gifts, demonstrations, raffle and refreshments and interactive fun all while raising funds for worthwhile causes, the NSPCC and ChildLine charities.
Paint the Green
Saturday, August 13th, 2011| August 21 | 10:00 am | - | 3:00 pm | ||
A day for artists to paint and picnic at the Meadow…
FA Cup – Whitchurch – Wembley, here we come!
Friday, August 12th, 2011| August 20 | 3:00 pm |
The Big Match…
Its our town – a public meeting
Thursday, August 11th, 2011| September 22 | 8:00 pm |
Shaping the future…
Campaign for footpath from Wells-In-The-Field
Monday, August 8th, 2011The section of road between Wells-in-the-Field and the Gables on the edge of Whitchurch is deemed by many to be too dangerous to walk along….
Arty Crafty Fun for Everyone!
Sunday, August 7th, 2011| August 9 | 7:30 pm | - | 9:30 pm | ||
A friendly and fun evening inviting you to join in our water colour classes or get crafty!
Open Studios at Leat House Studio
Sunday, August 7th, 2011| August 20 | 10:00 am | - | 4:00 pm | August 21 | 10:00 am | - | 4:00 pm |
Painter, printmaker and watercolour teacher …
Open Studios at Fairclose
Sunday, August 7th, 2011| August 20 | 10:00 am | - | 5:00 pm | August 21 | 10:00 am | - | 5:00 pm | August 26 | 10:00 am | - | 5:00 pm | August 27 | 10:00 am | - | 5:00 pm |
Four artists are joining together…
Cycle Ride – a planning ride
Friday, August 5th, 2011| August 24 | 10:00 am |
A cycle ride to look at the planning of a potential permanent leisure route based in the area.
Open Studios at the Gill Nethercott Centre
Friday, August 5th, 2011| August 20 | 10:00 am | - | 6:00 pm | August 21 | 10:00 am | - | 6:00 pm |
Professional artists will be showing their works…
Picnic – for families with young children
Friday, August 5th, 2011| August 8 | 11:30 am | - | 1:00 pm | August 22 | 11:30 am | - | 1:00 pm |
Just bring a picnic, a rug, some children… and have fun!
Cusick back at the Hart
Monday, August 1st, 2011| August 28 | 8:00 pm |
Live music you must not miss…
WADS up for Christmas 2011?
Monday, August 1st, 2011| August 2 | 8:00 pm | - | 9:00 pm | ||
Have your say on what performance is done this Christmas…
Summer Bank Holiday
Monday, August 1st, 2011| August 27 |
A bank holiday to savour the treats of summer.
Cycle Ride
Saturday, July 30th, 2011| July 31 |
A cycle ride is being held into the tranquil countryside…
Christmas Lights Switch on
Friday, July 29th, 2011| December 1 | 6:00 pm |
Peter Pan will be joining Town Mayor to officially switch the Christmas lights on…
Ride and Stride – Cycle, walk, skateboard, ride a horse…
Thursday, July 28th, 2011| September 10 | 10:00 am | - | 6:00 pm | ||
Visit as many churches as you can…
Charity Evening at Social Club
Thursday, July 28th, 2011| September 3 | 7:30 pm |
Charity evening, Disco, raffle…
Launch of 20th Bollard
Thursday, July 28th, 2011| July 29 | 11:00 am |
Celebrate the 20th bollard, decorated by 80-year old Pearl…
Crafty Ways with Wool
Wednesday, July 27th, 2011| July 30 | 2:30 pm | - | 5:30 pm | ||
Tufton Smallholding is holding its third open day…
Steam train through Whitchurch
Monday, July 25th, 2011| July 28 |
Steam through the town…
Crafty Affairs Session
Monday, July 25th, 2011| July 27 | 7:30 pm | - | 9:30 pm | ||
Crafty Affairs presents a demonstration/workshop of Tassel Making alongside Art Classes by Damien Rochford so come and join us for some interactive fun!
B.G. Robinson – Carpentry & Property Maintenance
Monday, July 25th, 2011All aspects of carpentry and property maintenance
‘Try My Bike’ comes to Whitchurch
Saturday, July 23rd, 2011| July 26 | 7:30 pm | - | 9:30 pm | ||
Join local mum sand dads, and try out a variety of ‘Dutch-style’ bikes of different shapes and sizes. Relaxed, friendly no sales pitch, just turn up for a chat.
A day out – Porchester Castle and Southsea
Monday, July 18th, 2011| July 26 | 9:30 am | - | 6:00 pm | ||
History, shopping, maybe a boat trip…
Ladies of the Tower – WI talk
Monday, July 18th, 2011| July 21 | 7:15 pm |
A talk by Tony Stafford…
Fete – Berehill House and Wessex Lodge
Monday, July 18th, 2011| July 23 | 2:00 pm | - | 4:00 pm | ||
Another fun afternoon…
Shorts and Shades @ The Hart
Sunday, July 17th, 2011| July 30 | 8:30 pm |
Summer is here! And a Fish and Chip offer…
Gangsta v Gangster @ The Kings
Sunday, July 17th, 2011| July 30 | 7:30 pm |
Music and fun at the Kings…
Cycle Ride
Sunday, July 17th, 2011| July 24 | 11:30 am | - | 4:30 pm | ||
A pleasant cycle ride into the countryside.
Presentation to White Hart
Sunday, July 17th, 2011| July 19 | 8:30 pm | - | 9:00 pm | ||
Award for Andy and Julie…
A new bus service – just for today!
Friday, July 15th, 2011| July 17 | 10:50 am | - | 6:01 pm | ||
A vintage day out…
Whitchurch Films – Rango
Friday, July 15th, 2011| July 29 | 2:00 pm | - | 4:00 pm | ||
Rango is an ordinary chameleon who accidentally winds up in the town of Dirt, a lawless outpost in the Wild West in desperate need of a new sheriff.
Lino cut block printing workshop
Wednesday, July 13th, 2011| July 18 | 12:30 pm | - | 3:00 pm | ||
An introduction to lino block printing…
Silk Mill Volunteer Day
Wednesday, July 13th, 2011| July 16 | 10:00 am | - | 1:00 pm | 10:00 am | - | 1:00 pm |
Helping at the Silk Mill…
Rosy Hardy talks at Nursery: Summer Flowering Perennials
Tuesday, July 12th, 2011| August 20 | 10:00 am | - | 12:00 pm | August 21 | 1:30 pm | - | 3:30 pm |
Join Rosy Hardy at Hardy’s Cottage Garden Plants for a demonstration and guided tour on planting and growing combinations…
Dancing in the Square
Monday, July 11th, 2011| July 13 | 7:45 pm |
Handkerchiefs, bells and maybe long swords…
Crafty Affairs Session
Saturday, July 9th, 2011| July 12 | 7:30 pm | - | 9:30 pm | ||
Crafty Affairs presents a demonstration/workshop of Tassel Making alongside Art Classes by Damien Rochford so come and join us for some interactive fun!
The Difference @ the Hart
Saturday, July 9th, 2011| July 9 | 8:30 pm |
Live at the White Hart…
Whitchurch Films – Water for Elephants
Thursday, July 7th, 2011| October 16 | 8:00 pm | - | 10:00 pm | ||
Whitchurch Films – Water for Elephants
Hardy’s wins GOLD at Hampton Court Flower Show 2011
Wednesday, July 6th, 2011Another GOLD medal for this local nursery…
Summer Streetz 2011
Tuesday, July 5th, 2011| August 1 |
August sees Summer Streetz back in town…
Red House Playground Opening & Family Garden Party
Monday, July 4th, 2011| July 9 | 12:30 pm |
A family garden party to mark the opening of the new garden facilities…
Full Town Council Meeting
Sunday, July 3rd, 2011| July 4 | 7:30 pm | - | 9:00 pm | ||
First town council meeting following the recent by-election…all are welcome…
Hardy’s at Hampton Court Flower Show 2011
Friday, July 1st, 2011A family-run nursery is to display at the Hampton Court Flower Show…
Railway bridge work – Meeting (mainly for businesses)
Friday, July 1st, 2011| July 11 | 11:30 am |
A meeting primarily for businesses that may be affected by the road closures and diversions.
Wear for Wimbledon 2011 in Whitchurch
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011Shop locally to look spiffy for some summer tennis…
Town Council By-Election
Sunday, June 26th, 2011| June 29 | 7:00 am | - | 10:00 pm | ||
A chance to elect a Councillor….
Campaign to Save the Harvest Home
Friday, June 24th, 2011A building of local interest is under threat of demolition…
Community Groups Meeting
Monday, June 20th, 2011| June 21 | 8:00 pm | - | 9:30 pm | ||
A gathering of representatives of local community groups…
Black & White Gangster Night @ The King’s Arms
Monday, June 20th, 2011| July 2 | 8:00 pm |
Dig out those pinstripe suits…
Gotham City Night @ The King’s Arms
Monday, June 20th, 2011| June 25 | 8:00 pm |
Gotham City Night is the theme for a night of music and fun…
Dads and Kids Activities Together
Friday, June 17th, 2011| July 9 | 10:00 am | - | 12:00 pm | ||
Join other Dads for a morning of children’s activities…
Creative Conundrums Introduces Drawing From Life
Friday, June 17th, 2011| July 13 | 7:00 pm | - | 9:00 pm | ||
A fun filled, energy driven life drawing session with extra oomph…
Music Sessions at the Social Club
Sunday, June 12th, 2011| June 19 | 12:30 pm | - | 4:30 pm | ||
Informal Sunday afternoon music sessions down at Longmeadow…
Saving Our Town – a Public Meeting
Thursday, June 9th, 2011| June 15 | 7:45 pm |
Historic buildings can be bulldozed overnight! And its legal.
Crafty Affairs Session
Wednesday, June 8th, 2011| June 22 | 7:30 pm | - | 9:30 pm | ||
A soap making demonstration by Pauline of Soap Bespoke, with goods and starter kits to purchase on the night alongside Drawing and Art Classes by Damien Rochford.
Whitchurch – our town; Having a Real Say…
Wednesday, June 8th, 2011| July 12 | 7:30 pm |
What does the future hold?
Music @ the Watership
Sunday, June 5th, 2011| June 10 |
Lucas Wraye plays the Watership…
Disco @ the Hart with DJ Craig
Sunday, June 5th, 2011| July 1 | 8:30 pm |
Its a birthday day too…
Quiz and BBQ @ the Hart
Sunday, June 5th, 2011| July 3 | 8:00 pm | - | 11:00 pm | ||
Its all in the title!
Scarlets’ Charity Tea Party
Saturday, June 4th, 2011| July 30 | 2:30 pm | - | 4:30 pm | ||
A musical fund-raiser…
‘Faith Under Fire’
Saturday, June 4th, 2011| June 20 | 8:15 pm |
A talk by a bomb disposal expert…
Testbourne Taster Day
Saturday, June 4th, 2011| June 29 |
Are you thinking about sending your children to Testbourne?
Steve Knightley in Concert
Saturday, June 4th, 2011| September 21 | 8:00 pm |
Powerful – fresh – music with integrity and widespread appeal…
Trip to Buckler’s Hard
Saturday, June 4th, 2011| June 7 | 9:30 am | - | 6:00 pm | ||
Take a day out in the New Forest…
Father’s Day Crafty Session
Saturday, June 4th, 2011| June 18 | 10:00 am | - | 12:00 pm | ||
Make a gift for Dad…
Family Fun Day at Primary School
Thursday, June 2nd, 2011| June 23 | 5:00 pm | - | 7:30 pm | ||
A Fun Day for the whole family…
Whitchurch Films – Brighton Rock
Wednesday, June 1st, 2011| June 23 | 8:00 pm |
A remaking of the famous 70’s film…
Whitchurch Films – Gnomeo and Juliet
Wednesday, June 1st, 2011| June 11 | 2:00 pm |
The Whitchurch Cinema presents a family film…
Book Online for Car Servicing at Clacy’s
Friday, May 20th, 2011A new service for making your vehicle servicing booking…
WADS – Twelfth Night
Wednesday, May 18th, 2011| July 23 | 7:00 pm | - | 9:00 pm | July 24 | 7:00 pm | - | 9:00 pm |
WADS turn The Lawn into Illyria…
Hardy’s Heading to RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Monday, May 16th, 2011Local garden centre hopes to bring home their 16th gold medal…
Parish Fete 2011
Sunday, May 15th, 2011| July 9 | 2:00 pm | - | 5:00 pm | ||
Parish Fete – Saturday 9th July 2011. This year’s fete will be held at The Lawn, Church Street…
North Hants Bikes Is Expanding
Sunday, May 15th, 2011Local bike shop trade is expanding due to increasing trade…
Murder Mystery Nights at the White Hart
Saturday, May 14th, 2011| June 3 | June 4 |
Solve the crime over a special dinner…
Lunchtime Music with Local Musicians
Thursday, May 12th, 2011| May 15 | 12:00 pm | - | 3:00 pm | ||
Relax with some local musicians at the Social club…
Clicking around Dowlings Shoe Shop
Thursday, May 12th, 2011An shoe shop has made its website very interactive…
Ninesprings Nursery Open-Day for Charities
Tuesday, May 10th, 2011| June 4 | 9:30 am | - | 4:30 pm | ||
Come see some of the oldest watercress beds in Britain…
Broadband Prize Presentation!
Sunday, May 8th, 2011| May 11 | 10:00 am |
Come along and celebrate the town’s success…
Rockus Launch Party @ White Hart
Friday, May 6th, 2011| May 21 | 7:00 pm | - | 11:00 pm | ||
Rockus Launch Party on Saturday 21st May 2011 from 7.00pm @ The White Hart in sunny Whitchurch. Live music from Gray Smith; The Fortunate; and Le Chat Noir.
Small hardware section & Gardening season at Rosie’s
Thursday, May 5th, 2011New stock has once again arrived at Rosie’s…
Charity Shop in Faithful Hands
Thursday, May 5th, 2011Faithful Hands are now ready to take over at the charity shop…
Whitchurch Films – Inception
Thursday, May 5th, 2011| May 14 | 8:00 pm |
Your Mind is the Scene of the Crime…
Whitchurch Films – Disney’s ‘Tangled’
Thursday, May 5th, 2011| May 21 | 2:00 pm |
In a distant Kingdom lives a young brave heroine…
2011 Town Assembly Reports
Thursday, April 28th, 2011Reports presented at the 2011 Annual Town Assembly…
Mathewson Waters Architects
Thursday, April 28th, 2011A well-established Chartered Architect studio based in Whitchurch, Hampshire with over 25 years of experience in the design of Country Houses. Mathewson Waters Architects also have offices in Devizes, Wiltshire and Lambourn, Berkshire.
Raising Funds for Cancer Research (update)
Monday, April 25th, 2011| June 25 |
Two youngsters are running, swimming and cycling for charity…
Today is a very special day
Saturday, April 23rd, 2011| May 1 |
Happy Birthday…
The Royal Wedding @ the Hart
Saturday, April 23rd, 2011| April 29 |
Celebrate in style with a full day of special activities…
Royal Wedding Celebrations and Street Parties around the town
Saturday, April 23rd, 2011| April 29 | 6:00 am |
Whitchurch will raise a cheer to the royal couple…
Royal Wedding Nettles Party
Friday, April 22nd, 2011| April 29 | 3:00 pm | - | 5:00 pm | ||
Toast the happy couple by clearing 1 square metre of stinging nettles on the Meadow…
The Have it Your Ways play the Hart
Friday, April 22nd, 2011| April 24 | 9:30 pm |
The title says it all…
Help for Heroes Pool Tournament at the Kings
Friday, April 22nd, 2011| April 23 | 12:00 pm |
St George’s Day events at the Kings Arms…
New Stock at Rosie’s
Wednesday, April 20th, 2011New stock has arrived this week at Rosie’s Gifts……….
Easter Goodies! – from Rosie’s gifts
Tuesday, April 19th, 2011Have you brought your Easter goodies yet? ……..
National Garlic Day Deal at White Hart
Monday, April 18th, 2011| April 19 |
Get a tasty side of garlic bread…
Open Studios 2011 ~ Workshop on Weaving
Friday, April 15th, 2011| June 4 | 10:30 am | - | 5:00 pm | ||
Free workshop at the Silk Mill on Weaving without a Loom…
Silk Mill – Japanese fine embroidery exhibition opens
Thursday, April 14th, 2011| April 15 |
Japanese embroidery exhibition opens…
Sponsored Walk
Thursday, April 14th, 2011| April 16 | 10:00 am |
Raising funds for the Youth Club.
Veg Patch – Official opening
Thursday, April 14th, 2011| April 15 | 11:00 am |
The Veg Patch to be opened by the Mayor…
2011 Annual Town Assembly
Thursday, April 14th, 2011| April 20 | 7:30 pm |
Find out what has been happening and what is planned for our Town…
Sylvanian Family Shopping Weekend
Tuesday, April 12th, 2011| June 18 | 10:00 am | - | 4:00 pm | June 19 | 10:00 am | - | 4:00 pm |
See and purchase popular Sylvanian Family products without needing to travel to their London shop…
Crafty Saturday at the Library
Sunday, April 10th, 2011| April 16 | 10:00 am | - | 12:00 pm | ||
Make a royal plate…
Pampered Chef @ the GNC
Sunday, April 10th, 2011| April 16 | 10:30 am |
Create mouth-watering recipes…
Quiz and Pudding!
Sunday, April 10th, 2011| May 6 | 7:30 pm |
Get those brain cells whirring, then enjoy a pud…
Maundy Thursday Social
Sunday, April 10th, 2011| April 21 | 7:15 pm |
A social event to celebrate this traditional date on the calendar…
Crafty Affairs – share those skills
Sunday, April 10th, 2011| April 12 | 7:30 pm |
Come along and share your crafty activities!…now read on!
Tennis Club maintenance evening
Sunday, April 10th, 2011| April 12 | 6:00 pm |
Its time to clear up the courts ready for the tennis season…
Down at the Mill – Tie-dyeing for children
Sunday, April 10th, 2011| April 12 | 11:00 am | - | 3:30 pm | April 13 | 11:00 am | - | 3:30 pm | April 14 11:00 am | - | April 15 3:30 pm |
Try your hand at tie-dyeing…
Fairtrade in Whitchurch: 18th April Meeting
Sunday, April 10th, 2011| April 18 | 8:00 pm |
Fairtrade status for Whitchurch moves closer…
Whitchurch Ramblers first walk of the year
Saturday, April 9th, 2011| April 13 | 7:00 pm |
Enjoy a pleasant walk out to Tufton…
Beat Surgery – 12th April
Friday, April 8th, 2011| April 12 | 3:00 pm | - | 4:00 pm | ||
Should anyone wish to discuss any local police matters…
Seafood & Fish night @ the Hart
Friday, April 8th, 2011| April 9 | 12:00 am | - | 9:00 pm | ||
Special guest chef Adrian Jenkins creates some of his famous seafood and fish dishes…
Music at the Bell – Sunday 10th April
Friday, April 8th, 2011| April 10 | 4:00 pm |
Enjoy live acoustic music in the fabulous Bell, by local musicians, in an informal and friendly atmosphere.
Dads & Kids – Games and Activities
Friday, April 8th, 2011| May 14 | 10:00 am | - | 12:00 pm | ||
Games and activities for fathers and their children (all ages welcome).
ROCKUS Music Festival
Friday, April 8th, 2011| June 4 | 11:30 am | - | 11:30 pm | ||
Rock music festival, formerly known as Twangfest
Kings Arms – Disco and Karaoke
Thursday, April 7th, 2011| April 8 | 8:00 pm |
A night of music at the Kings.
The Veg Patch shop opens
Thursday, April 7th, 2011| April 8 |
A new greengrocers puts down roots in the former betting shop, opposite the Parish Hall.
The Veg Patch
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011Greengrocers located near the Parish Hall.
Saturday Market at Parish Hall
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011Local produce at the Parish Hall.
Hardys Cottage Garden – raising funds for Naomi House
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011| April 10 | 10:00 am | - | 4:00 pm | ||
Open day in aid of Naomi House…
Business Group Meeting
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011| April 13 | 7:30 pm |
An invitation to all local Whitchurch Businesses…
Whitchurch Films – How to Train Your Dragon
Saturday, April 2nd, 2011| April 15 | 2:00 pm |
A charming animated film for the whole family…
Whitchurch Films – Holmes
Saturday, April 2nd, 2011| April 14 | 8:00 pm |
Detective Sherlock Holmes and his stalwart partner Watson engage in a battle of wits and brawn…
HotBoxDJ Mobile Disco
Friday, April 1st, 2011HotBoxDJ – Professional mobile disco service based in Whitchurch offering very competitive prices.
River to be closed
Thursday, March 31st, 2011| April 1 | 12:00 am | - | 12:00 pm | ||
The river at Great Town Bridge is to be closed this morning to allow for maintenance and repairs
JEC Sound – Mobile Disco
Monday, March 28th, 2011JEC Sound is a family run disco service. Good prices and amazing nights! Capturing music from across the decades.
Real Ale meeting @ White Hart
Sunday, March 27th, 2011| March 29 | 8:00 pm |
Main item on the Agenda is the selection of the North Hampshire Pub of the Year…
Nutty Boy Concert and Disco
Sunday, March 27th, 2011| April 2 | 9:00 pm |
Nutty Boy, with supporting disco, will cover material from bands such as…
Bere Mill open for NGS
Friday, March 25th, 2011| September 18 | 1:30 pm | - | 5:00 pm | ||
Visit a garden at one of the town’s mills, with admission supporting a charity…
Crafty Affairs
Friday, March 25th, 2011Twice-monthly meeting of craft group…
Community Plan Meeting
Friday, March 25th, 2011| March 29 | 7:30 pm | - | 9:00 pm | ||
Help shape the future of the town’s development…
Winchester Street to be Closed for Resurfacing
Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011| April 3 | April 10 |
Road resurfacing of Winchester Street from The Square to Micheldever Rd will take place on two successive Sundays in April…
Silver Threads Coach Outing
Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011| April 11 | 10:00 am | - | 5:30 pm | ||
Whitchurch Silver Threads are having a coach outing…
Changeover at Charity Shop
Friday, March 18th, 2011Changeover at Charity Shop…
London Street to be closed for resurfacing today
Thursday, March 17th, 2011| March 20 |
London Street is to get a partial resurfacing which will require a temporary road closure.
Red Nose Curry@the Hart
Thursday, March 17th, 2011| March 18 | 6:00 pm | - | 9:30 pm | ||
Enjoy a special Red Nose Thai Curry, at the White Hart, while doing your bit for Comic Relief!
IB40 Live@the Kings
Thursday, March 17th, 2011| March 18 | 9:00 pm |
IB40, a U40 Tribute band plays at the Kings Arms.
Lee and Andy get a good waxing!
Thursday, March 17th, 2011| March 27 | 3:30 pm | - | 6:30 pm | ||
Lee Piggott and Andy Moss will be having their chests and backs waxed to raise money for a wheelchair…
Cat’s Eyes – Mobile Hair Dressing
Tuesday, March 15th, 2011Mobile hairdressing service for Whitchurch and surrounding area…
Gift Vouchers Now Available at Rosies
Monday, March 14th, 2011Rosie’s Gifts now has gift vouchers available
Punch and Judy plus Pond Dipping on Meadow
Friday, March 11th, 2011| August 13 | 11:00 am | - | 3:00 pm | ||
A fun-filled time on the Meadow, part of the Lottery Grant launch event series – bring a picnic!
First Meadow Lottery Grant Launch Event
Friday, March 11th, 2011| July 3 | 11:00 am | - | 4:00 pm | ||
A day of fun events on the Meadow for the entire family…
May Day Celebrations and Carnival Queen Crowning
Friday, March 11th, 2011| April 30 | 1:00 pm | - | 3:00 pm | ||
Dancing about a pole with crowning of this year’s Carnival Queen, followed by a volunteer call…
Easter Egg Hunt on the Meadow
Friday, March 11th, 2011| April 24 | 11:00 am | - | 12:00 pm | ||
Come to the Meadow and have fun looking for colourful Easter eggs…
Meadow volunteer call
Friday, March 11th, 2011| June 11 | 2:00 pm | - | 4:00 pm | September 4 | 2:00 pm | - | 4:00 pm |
Help keep the meadow looking beautiful…
Neighbourhood Watch Meeting, March 22nd 2011
Friday, March 11th, 2011| March 22 | 7:30 pm | - | 8:30 pm | ||
A Neighbourhood Watch Meeting for current members …
Testbourne Teapot visit by Police
Wednesday, March 9th, 2011| March 28 | 9:30 am | - | 11:30 am | ||
So who’s in trouble…
Tombola/Cake Stall – Fundraising for Ruby’s wheelchair
Tuesday, March 8th, 2011| March 11 | 10:00 am |
A local family has launched a campaign to raise funds for their daughter…
Hampshire Holistic Therapies
Tuesday, March 8th, 2011Fully qualified practitioner offering reflexology and Reiki treatments.
Courses in Reiki also available.
Treatment room at home and also offering a mobile service.
A Broadband Ideas Mash! Share those ideas
Monday, March 7th, 2011| March 14 | 8:00 pm |
Come and share all those ideas on how to use £5000…
Bridal Cake Shop Open Day
Saturday, March 5th, 2011| March 11 | 12:00 pm | - | 4:00 pm | March 12 | 10:00 am | - | 4:00 pm |
Come see some festive (and tasty!) cakes!
Disco @ the Hart
Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011| April 2 | 8:00 pm |
Black & White Fancy Dress Disco.
Acoustix Live @ the Hart
Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011| March 5 | 8:30 pm |
Acoustix, return to the White Hart
Callum Baird Counselling
Tuesday, March 1st, 2011A counsellor working from a private garden office in Whitchurch. Fully insured and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Free Photos for Travel Pass Scheme – and enjoy a cuppa too!
Tuesday, March 1st, 2011| March 4 | 10:30 am | - | 11:30 am | ||
Get your photo for the new Travel Pass scheme at the Gill Nethercott Centre… and enjoy a cuppa at the Country Market too.
National Mills Day 2011
Sunday, February 27th, 2011| May 15 |
National Mills Day at Whitchurch Silk Mill.
Are you thinking of a gift basket for Mothers Day or other occasion?
Saturday, February 26th, 2011Are you thinking of a gift basket for Mothers Day or other occasion?
Fairtrade Whitchurch
Saturday, February 26th, 2011Fairtrade Whitchurch aims to make Whitchurch a Fairtrade town.
Ed Cusick plays at the Hart
Friday, February 25th, 2011| February 26 | 8:30 pm | - | 11:30 pm | ||
Ed Cusick, professional Guitarist and Singer plays at the White Hart…
New Craft Group launches – Crafty Affairs
Thursday, February 24th, 2011| March 23 | 7:30 pm | - | 9:30 pm | ||
The first meeting of the new Craft Group, Crafty Affairs…
Fairtrade Wine Tasting – 12th March
Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011| March 12 | 8:00 pm |
Fairtrade Whitchurch invite you to a Fairtrade wine tasting event as part of Fairtrade Fortnight 2011.
Quiz at the Hart for Rising Fives
Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011| March 17 | 8:00 pm |
Come along and test those brains…
Carnival Procession and Fête
Monday, February 21st, 2011| July 16 | 1:00 pm | - | 6:00 pm | ||
One of the summer’s biggest town events: Procession followed by Fête…
‘No Impact Man’ – Could you do the same?
Monday, February 14th, 2011| March 23 | 7:30 pm |
The Beavan family abandon their high consumption lifestyle in this entertaining, humorous but thought provoking film.
The Wildlife of Whitchurch and Beyond
Monday, February 14th, 2011| March 24 | 8:00 pm |
An informative evening on the wildlife to be found in and around Whitchurch.
Archery Course for Beginners
Saturday, February 12th, 2011| March 2 | 7:00 pm | - | 8:30 pm | ||
A six week beginners course in archery…
Daisydown Crafts
Saturday, February 12th, 2011Habdashery, clothing accessories, art works, gift shop…
Velvet Rose
Friday, February 11th, 2011Quintessentially English bespoke fashion design and shop.
Charity Shop: Cats Protection
Thursday, February 10th, 2011| February 11 |
Charity shop in London Street is being run by Cats Protection for 2 weeks from today.
Rosie’s Gifts – Chocs for your Valentine!
Thursday, February 10th, 2011Chocolates and sweets now in stock for Valentines Day!
ROSIE’S GIFTS
Whitchurch Films – The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (PG)
Wednesday, February 9th, 2011| February 22 | 1:30 pm |
As a special half-term matinee showing, Whitchurch Films is screening the The Sorcerer’s Apprentice.
Valentine’s Dinner Dance
Wednesday, February 9th, 2011| February 12 | 7:30 pm |
A three course meal and entertainment from X-factor star…
Beat Surgery – 22nd February
Wednesday, February 9th, 2011| February 22 | 3:00 pm | - | 4:00 pm | ||
Should anyone wish to discuss any local police matters…
Community Orchestra Weekly Rehearsal
Tuesday, February 8th, 2011| February 8 | 8:15 pm | - | 10:00 pm | ||
Weekly rehearsal for the community orchestra at a slightly later start time this week…
Full Town Council Meeting
Sunday, February 6th, 2011| February 7 | 7:30 pm | - | 8:30 pm | ||
A Full Council Meeting on Monday 7th February 2011 at 7.30. p.m. in the Town Hall. All welcome…
Carnival Queen and Princess Selection 2011
Friday, February 4th, 2011| February 18 | 6:00 pm |
The selection of this year’s Whitchurch Carnival Queen, Princess and Attendants…
Valentine’s Day Ribbon Hunt on Meadow (sponsored by the White Hart)
Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011| February 13 | February 14 |
Find a pair of ribbons on the Meadow with your partner and take them to the White Hart for a special treat…
White Hart Gives Takeaway Discount With Cotton Bag
Monday, January 31st, 2011Save a bit when you do your bit for the environment…
Celebrate Valentines in style at the White Hart
Friday, January 28th, 2011Enjoy a romantic dinner together at the White Hart…
Art Exhibition
Thursday, January 20th, 2011| March 26 | 10:00 am | - | 4:00 pm | ||
This is the first of two main exhibitions being held this year…
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Thursday, January 20th, 2011| January 20 | 7:43 pm | - | 8:43 pm | ||
Monthly meeting of Whitchurch Arts
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Thursday, January 20th, 2011| December 14 | 7:43 pm | - | 8:43 pm | ||
Monthly meeting of Whitchurch Arts
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Thursday, January 20th, 2011| November 15 | 7:43 pm | - | 8:43 pm | ||
Monthly meeting of Whitchurch Arts
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Thursday, January 20th, 2011| October 20 | 7:43 pm | - | 8:43 pm | ||
Monthly meeting of Whitchurch Arts
Whitchurch Arts ~ AGM 2011
Thursday, January 20th, 2011| September 21 | 7:43 pm | - | 8:43 pm | ||
Whitchurch Arts welcomes the public to come along to find out about the town’s creative forum…
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Thursday, January 20th, 2011| August 16 | 7:43 pm | - | 8:43 pm | ||
Monthly Meeting of Whitchurch Arts
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Thursday, January 20th, 2011| July 21 | 7:43 pm | - | 8:43 pm | ||
Monthly meeting of Whitchurch Arts
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Thursday, January 20th, 2011| June 15 | 7:43 pm | - | 8:43 pm | ||
Whitchurch Arts monthly meeting
Whitchurch Arts Award Dinner
Thursday, January 20th, 2011| May 17 | 7:15 pm | - | 9:00 pm | ||
Our special Whitchurch Arts Award dinner in lieu of regular monthly meeting…
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Thursday, January 20th, 2011| April 21 | 7:43 pm | - | 8:43 pm | ||
Whitchurch Arts monthly meeting
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Thursday, January 20th, 2011| March 16 | 7:43 pm | - | 8:43 pm | ||
Monthly meeting of Whitchurch Arts
Whitchurch Arts Monthly Meeting
Thursday, January 20th, 2011| February 15 | 7:43 pm | - | 8:43 pm | ||
Monthly meeting of Whitchurch Arts
Black Dog play the Watership
Monday, January 17th, 2011| January 21 | 9:00 pm |
Covers band Black Dog play a mix of rock from bands such as Free, Led Zeppelin, Whitesnake, Sabbath, Thin Lizzy, Guns n Roses…
Lucas Raye plays the Watership
Monday, January 17th, 2011| February 18 | 9:00 pm |
Lucas Raye is an emerging solo artist, playing acoustic guitar and singing original material, often in an indie genre.
Martin Potts Starship @ the Kings
Monday, January 17th, 2011| February 4 | 9:30 pm |
The Martin Potts Starship USA Homecoming Tour comes to Whitchurch…
UK Referendum on Voting System
Monday, January 17th, 2011| May 5 |
This national referendum will seek the UK public’s views on whether the system for electing the UK Parliament should change from first past the post to the Alternative Vote.
Local Elections
Monday, January 17th, 2011| May 5 |
Planned day for local elections throughout the country.
Music at the Bell – Sunday 14th January
Saturday, January 15th, 2011| January 16 | 4:00 pm |
The first live session of the year! Enjoy live acoustic music in the fabulous Bell, by local musicians, in an informal and friendly atmosphere.
Volunteer Fair – Local Clubs, Groups and organisations
Thursday, January 13th, 2011| April 2 | 10:00 am | - | 2:00 pm | ||
The first Whitchurch ‘Volunteers Fair’ where local organisations will be promoting the wide variety of activities available in the town and it’s surrounds.
Valentine’s Ball
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011| February 12 | 7:30 pm | - | 10:00 pm | ||
A live band, hot food and coffee at Testbourne Theatre, raising funds for Whitchurch Youth Project…
G. Etherington Contracting
Monday, January 10th, 2011Landscaping and Groundwork
Cold Comfort Farm – the radio play (and supper)
Monday, January 10th, 2011| January 22 | 7:30 pm |
Following the success of the WADS 50th Anniversary radio play version of Haul for the Shore, WADS are staging a reading of Cold Comfort Farm. It’ll be like watching a radio recording…
Potato days
Sunday, January 9th, 2011| January 29 | - | January 30 |
Details have been requested from the organiser and will be posted when received.
Buses and parking may be disrupted! 28th January
Saturday, January 8th, 2011| January 28 |
Residents and road users are advised of that oversize loads are due to be passing through Whitchurch…
Buses and parking may be disrupted! 25th January
Saturday, January 8th, 2011| January 25 |
Residents and road users are advised of that oversize loads are due to be passing through Whitchurch…
Buses and parking may be disrupted! 21st January
Saturday, January 8th, 2011| January 21 |
Residents and road users are advised of that oversize loads are due to be passing through Whitchurch…
Buses and parking may be disrupted! 18th January
Saturday, January 8th, 2011| January 18 |
Residents and road users are advised of that oversize loads are due to be passing through Whitchurch…
Buses and parking may be disrupted! 14th January
Saturday, January 8th, 2011| January 14 |
Residents and road users are advised of that oversize loads are due to be passing through Whitchurch…
Buses and parking may be disrupted! 1st February
Saturday, January 8th, 2011| February 1 |
Residents and road users are advised of that oversize loads are due to be passing through Whitchurch…
Whitchurch Association AGM
Friday, January 7th, 2011| January 29 | 10:30 am |
The Annual General Meeting of the Whitchurch Association will be held on 29th January at the Gill Nethercott Centre…
Haggis, Tatties and Neaps
Thursday, January 6th, 2011| January 25 | 7:30 pm |
A Burns Night Supper, with haggis, tatties, neaps and if you are ‘Cheeky’, a free wee dram!
80’s Disco at the Hart
Thursday, January 6th, 2011| January 28 | 8:00 pm |
Let’s go way back when…
Quiz with a difference at the Hart
Thursday, January 6th, 2011| January 30 | 7:45 pm |
Tickle your senses and delight your taste buds with a Touch, Taste and Smell Quiz.
Kingsley Financial are Expanding
Wednesday, January 5th, 2011Local financial planner expands shop…
Tennis Club E.G.M.
Tuesday, January 4th, 2011| February 1 | 8:30 pm | - | 9:30 pm | ||
Extraordinary General Meeting for the Whitchurch Tennis Club…
Faster Broadband Celebration and Media Event
Monday, January 3rd, 2011| January 4 | 10:00 am | - | 11:00 am | ||
Join in the celebration at a media event 10am Tuesday on the Town Hall forecourt…
Churches together
Monday, January 3rd, 2011| January 23 | 10:30 am |
One Sunday each year all the churches meet for worship to show their shared faith…
Phil Beer Tour visits Whitchurch
Monday, January 3rd, 2011| March 5 | 7:30 pm |
Phil Beer plays Whitchurch on his 2011 Tour, when he brings his unique music to the town.
Sex and Subterfuge
Monday, January 3rd, 2011| March 8 | 7:30 pm |
Sex and Subterfuge…
Beat Surgery – first of 2011
Monday, January 3rd, 2011| January 25 | 3:00 pm | - | 4:00 pm | ||
Should anyone wish to discuss any local police matters…
History Society AGM
Sunday, January 2nd, 2011| February 1 | 7:30 pm |
After the formal Annual General Meeting…
Adult Literacy and Numeracy
Tuesday, December 14th, 2010| January 24 | 9:00 am | - | 9:45 am | ||
Whitchurch Primary School hopes to host a course of adult literacy and numeracy classes in Spring 2011.
Whitchurch Films – The Young Victoria
Tuesday, December 14th, 2010| January 29 | 7:30 pm |
Written by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Julian Fellowes and produced by Martin Scorsese, ‘The Young Victoria’ charts the rise to power of Queen Victoria (Emily Blunt), crowned at the age of 18.
News Years Day Walk
Friday, December 10th, 2010| January 1 | 11:00 am |
The Walk for Health team are holding a special walk into the countryside surrounding the town
‘Sip and Stitch’
Friday, December 10th, 2010| January 11 | 1:30 pm |
The Sip and Stitch handicraft group will be holding its first meeting of the year in H’s Coffee Shop.
The Goblin at the Grocer Meets Lydia and the Magic Handkerchief
Friday, December 10th, 2010| January 22 | 2:30 pm | January 23 | 2:30 pm |
WADS invite everyone to an afternoon of magical stories and family fun.
Silk Mill Exhibition: Traditional Japanese Embroidery
Friday, December 10th, 2010| April 5 |
The Christchurch School of Traditional Japanese Embroidery brings their outstanding work to a wider audience…
Silk Mill Exhibition: ‘Bravo’
Friday, December 10th, 2010| January 11 |
An exhibition of intricately made ‘art bras’.
Fireworks Bonfire and Guys
Friday, December 10th, 2010| October 29 | 5:00 pm |
A full evening of lit up skies, excitement, oohs and aahs is guaranteed at what is now a major event on the town’s calendar.
Dreams – Whitchurch Arts Exhibition
Tuesday, December 7th, 2010| October 8 | 10:00 am | - | 4:00 pm | October 9 | 10:00 am | - | 4:00 pm |
Exhibition of works by local artists…
Whitchurch Pub Race 2011
Thursday, November 25th, 2010| May 29 | 5:00 pm |
Join in the fun of the annual Whitchurch Pub Race…
Fairtrade AGM 2011
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010| January 31 | 8:00 pm |
This will be the first Whitchurch Fairtrade Annual General Meeting…
Boxing Day Bank Holiday
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010| December 27 |
A bank holiday where the word ‘boxing’ is most appropriately used.
Christmas Bank Holiday
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010| December 26 |
A bank holiday to try to figure out which way the batteries go into that new floggle toggle your great aunt gave you.
Spring Bank Holiday
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010| May 30 |
Yipee! It’s a bank holiday today!
Early May Bank Holiday
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010| May 2 |
A day off – why not go for a walk along the River?
Good Friday and Hot Cross Buns
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010| April 22 |
Enjoy those hot cross buns…
New Year’s Bank Holiday
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010| January 3 |
Another day to slumber after the New Year party celebrations.
Easter Monday
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010| April 25 |
Easter Monday is a bank holiday.
Royal Wedding
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010| April 29 |
A bank holiday; The Royal Wedding takes place at Westminster Abbey in London.
The Pirate from Space – An Alien Adventure
Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010| February 24 |
Head2Head Theatre Group visits Whitchurch Library presenting ‘An Alien Adventure’ a lively children’s show, involving lots of audience participation.
Earth Hour 2011
Sunday, September 26th, 2010| March 26 | 8:30 pm | - | 9:30 pm | ||
Whitchurch again joins the world in switching off the lights…