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Whitchurch Association Annual General Meeting

21 January 2023 0
Whitchurch Association Annual General Meeting

As you’ll be aware, the Whitchurch Association manages the Gill Nethercott Community Centre, the town’s Walkers are Welcome accreditation and associated volunteer groups, the official town website and organises local activities such as the popular Whitchurch Wednesday Walks.

This is your opportunity to find out more about the Association and hear about our first full year coming out of lockdown.

The Trustees will be there to answer your questions, so please come and join us for a chat over tea and biscuits.

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A New Year and it’s Ramping Up to Cricket Season Again.

10 January 2023 by guest-author 0
A New Year and it’s Ramping Up to Cricket Season Again.

After a well-earned off-season rest, we are making the most of the next three months prior to the opening games. The club has really benefited in the last year from the huge support we have received from the community, so thank you. Our youth cricket programme goes from strength to strength and we hope to continue that trend this year; we look forward to seeing many of you on Friday evenings either again, or for the first time.

The Seniors team is looking for new players, so if you are interested please do get in contact either through Facebook, or contacting the club directly at wcc200yrs@outlook.com, don’t worry about ability; if you have played before, or maybe just want to try something new, everyone is welcome.

We are, as always, looking to grow the membership, and are investing in our facilities to support that. That segways nicely into what we have been doing over the winter and this spring; we have embarked on a major changing room and toilet block refurbishment to provide nicer facilities for our players and spectators, as well as new sight screens for the ground. Once the weather eases up and becomes a bit dryer, expect the plea for assistance on the first grounds day. Many of you have assisted previously and it is hugely helpful and gets us off to a great start for the season.

We are also looking for some help on the Committee, players or non-players are very welcome; the roles we are looking to fill are a Fundraising Officer, as we look to raise funds to invest further in the ground, and a Social Secretary/Organiser, to build up the social side of the club for all involved (players and non-playing members). Please contact the Club Secretary via the club email previously mentioned if you are interested in either of these positions.

If you would like to find out more about what the club is doing, our Annual General Meeting is being held on 9th February at 7.30pm at the Sports and Social Club, it’s open-door so all are welcome.

Thank you again for your continued support and here’s to us all having a great 2023!

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The Red Party at Whitchurch Sports & Social Club

21 January 2023 0
The Red Party at Whitchurch Sports & Social Club

By mid month you are going to need another night out… so…

21st Jan 2023 – Whitchurch Sports and Social club – House, Dance, Garage, DnB..

Multiple DJs and styles – Cheap drinks – Late license.

Dress code = RED… (A prize for the best outfit.)

£6 entry on arrival – Please contact for a deal on multiple tickets.

Over 18s only. Last Entry – 11:00pm!

Friendly security.  Dancing is good for YOUR soul – Attitudes left at home, friendly vibes only.

 

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Furlock Holmes Animal Care – *** Volunteers Needed ***

1 January 2023 by guest-author 0
Furlock Holmes Animal Care – *** Volunteers Needed ***

  *** VOLUNTEERS NEEDED *** It’s a new year, so how about a new challenge?

We are desperately looking to grow our fantastic team of volunteers as now, more than ever, the animals need our help. As expected, we are already experiencing our post-Christmas/winter rush of surrender requests which, combined with surrenders and other challenges caused by the pandemic and cost-of-living crisis, mean we are simply at full capacity. Without our volunteers, we can’t help 10 animals, let alone the 80+ we have in our care at the moment.

We are looking for volunteers who:

Can commit to volunteer at least 2 hours per week

Can work independently (once training has been given) Doesn’t mind getting cold and wet – tea and coffee can be provided! Is reliable and communicative Ideally has some experience/confidence around animals, but not a necessity Is passionate about animal welfare and agrees with our mission and aims Aren’t looking to bring young children for free entertainment or until they get bored! 

We appreciate this is a lot to ask, but our animals need consistency as well as a high level of care whatever the weather. In return, they offer lots of cuddles and cuteness!

For more information or to arrange a visit, please send an email to enquiries@furlockholmes.uk and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Furlock Holmes Animal Care

Thank you!

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Whitchurch Silk Mill – An Englishman in Patagonia: Talk by John Pilkington

26 January 2023 0
Whitchurch Silk Mill – An Englishman in Patagonia: Talk by John Pilkington

A local explorer from Hampshire, named one of Britain’s most experienced, is hosting a talk on his travels in Patagonia in aid of Whitchurch Silk Mill.

John Pilkington was one of the first modern travellers to retrace almost all of the 4000 miles along the Silk Road. John’s friendship with the Mill began in the 1980s as he took his first steps on this route. With him, he carried a piece of Whitchurch Silk to present to a Silk Mill in China and brought back a Chinese silk cocoon to the Mill.

His trip to Patagonia gave him chances for some stunning photography, which John Pilkington now shares with us in this talk ‘An Englishman in Patagonia’. During his trip, John walked among glaciers, met gauchos (Patagonian cowboys), and took tea with the tiny but persistent Welsh community – still fiercely independent after more than 150 years.

Doors open 7.15pm       The talk will begin 7.30pm

Interval with refreshments

Time for questions

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