Clubs, Societies and Leisure

Kingsclere Film Club
Web site: www.kingsclerefilm.co.uk Bookings: 01635 291353
Venue: The Village Club, George Street, Kingsclere

We screen films from all genre from black & white to present day. View our web site for details of our film program and dates/times of showing or keep an eye out for the notices on the village notice boards and announcements in the “Kingsclere Tower”. We also need input from you as to what films you would like us to show.
Wine can be purchased at all evening performances Bookings can be made by telephone or through our web site preferably by 25th of the preceding month. Details of our next film are published in the "Kingsclere Tower" magazine.

The Tuesday Craft Club
Contact: Joan Witcher Telephone: 01635 298854
Venue: The Village Club, 35 George Street, Kingsclere.

We meet every Tuesday evening 7pm to 9pm throughout the year in the Holding Room
Our members stitch, cross-stitch, embroider, do patchwork and knitting.
We like to learn other crafts too so come along and join our friendly group and share your skills with us. All ages are welcome

The Wednesday Craft Club
Contact: Janet Bond Telephone: 01635 297610
Venue: The Village Club, 35 George Street, Kingsclere.

Held every Wednesday morning from 10 'til noon in the Holding Room. Come along and bring your embroidery, cross stitch, cruel, goldwork, knitting in fact anything, have several cups of tea/coffee and a chat.
Our mornings are very informal, the aim being to help each other if we have any problems with our crafts. We meet throughout the year, no breaks for holidays, and welcome people of all ages and abilities.

Friends of St Mary’s Kingsclere (FOSM)
Contact: Tony Savin, membership secretary.
Telephone: 01635 297248 Email: membership.fosm@btinternet.com

Constituted and registered as a charity in April 2002 FOSM is an independent Trust, with the objective to preserve and maintain the fabric of the ancient church and its churchyard.A varied programme of enjoyable events, barn dances, quizzes, concerts, talks, plants and gardens, carol singing etc, raises funds for maintaining the Church fabric.
Membership is fun, open to all, at modest cost. To join telephone the above number or pick up a leaflet in the Church.
Look out for details of coming activities in the Kingsclere Tower magazine.

Kingsclere Gardening Association
Contacts: John Eckton (sec.) or Diana Tait (membership sec.)
Telephone: 01256 850017 Email: ecktonjb@tiscali.co.uk
Venues: The Village Club, George Street & The Fieldgate Centre

We arrange talks by well known people from the horticultural world. We have three shows per year which are open to all comers. Outings to well known gardens and also plant sales within the Village. Full details of all our activities are published in the “Kingsclere Tower” magazine.

Kingsclere Heritage Association
Contact: Mike Leah (chairman) Telephone 01635 297403
Web: www.kingsclere.org.uk
Venue: The Village Club, George Street, Kingsclere

We have monthly talks covering a variety of historical and heritage based subjects from October through till April from suitably qualified and experienced guests. Over the summer months we arrange visits to places of interest, sometimes with private guided tours.

We also have an extensive archive of documents and photographs that have been given or loaned to the Association. The archivists are at the Village Club most Monday afternoons, when they would be glad to show you our holdings.

Full details of our activities can be found in the “Kingsclere Tower” magazine.

Kingsclere Photography Club
Sheila Openshaw (secretary)
Tel: 01635 299188 Web sitew: www.KingsclerePhoto.org
Email - info@KingsclerePhoto.org
Darkroom bookings to Gareth Martin 01635 299227
Meetings - 1st Wednesday of every month at The Village Club, George Street at 8pm

We are a small and friendly group of people who own cameras and enjoy taking photographs. We meet once a month usually in the Village Club, but in summer we try to get out and about with our cameras. We have a well equipped dark room for those who use film which can be booked through our Dark Room Manager (Gareth Martin). We also have equipment for slideshows, both digital & transparency, equipment for mounting photos and a wealth of enthusiasm & experience.

Kingsclere Players

Ever thought about joining your local amateur dramatics group? Think no longer!
Kingsclere Players is not just about acting on stage; there’s a whole host of “off stage” activities which can be equally rewarding and not quite as daunting as treading the boards.

We are always looking for producers/directors, backstage crew, set builders, designers, makeup artists and actors (no experience necessary!)

So, if you have some spare time and would like to join our very sociable group,
please contact Hazel Crispin on 07776-498235,or e-mail us kingsclere-players@hotmail.co.uk.

Kingsclere Singers
Contact: Mrs Jenny Enters (secretary)
Telephone: 01635 297595
Venue: The Methodist Schoolroom, George Street, Kingsclere
Practice: Mondays 7.30 - 915pm. September until end May

We are a mixed voice choir, performing in a variety of musical styles at local venues - at least 4 concerts each year - at least four concerts each year. We do not audition voices but rely on commitment and enthusiasm from our members. We may also sing at weddings and other special events. Our emphasis is on ENJOYMENT

Kingsclere Whist Club
Contact: Mrs Eileen Daniels Telephone: 01635 298485
Venue: The Village Club, 35 George Street, Kingsclere

We meet Wednesday evenings at 7.30 pm Friendly semi-partner whist. Cash prizes and a good raffle We urgently need local support. Come along and give us a try.

Kingsclere Parish Paths Group
Contact: Kathy Phillips Telephone: 01635 299587

We meet at the Village Club, George Street, Kingsclere usually on the last Sunday of the month at 10am. Our aim is to keep rights of way open to the public. With financial help from Hampshire County Council we clear vegetation and re-build stiles, kissing gates and footpath surfaces.
We always need volunteers to help and all age groups are catered for, so come along and enjoy the country fresh air. Details of our meets, dates and times, can be found in the “Kingsclere Tower” magazine

The British Red Cross See under “Health

The Royal British Legion
Contact: Mrs Maureen Martin Telephone 01635 299003
Venue: The Fieldgate Centre, Fieldgate Drive, Kingsclere

Meetings are held on the first Monday of every month starting at 8pm.
We cater for all over 18years old and would welcome new members

St Mary’s Guild
Contact: Sylvia Brooker (secretary) Telephone: 01635 298416
Venue: The Kingsmill Room, St Mary’s Church, Kingsclere

We meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month for talks, fundraising, outings, garden parties etc. We give a warm welcome to all ladies from 20 years upwards
Look for announcements of our activities month by month in the “Kingsclere Tower” magazine

The Kingsclere Tuesday Club

Club Hampshire is a charity that runs clubs for older and disabled people throughout the county. We currently support 47 clubs, including the Kingsclere Tuesday Club which has been running for a number of years.
The Kingsclere Club meets on the second Tuesday of the month at Rose Hodson Court, Newbury Road, Kingsclere from 2.00 - 3.30pm We welcome new members to enjoy a varied programme throughout the year. We would also welcome more volunteers to help run the club and make sure members enjoy their time at the meetings. We can arrange transport free of charge if you are unable to get there by bus or drive yourself. For more information telephone Gladys Burden on 0118 981 9195

St Mary’s Church Bell Ringers
Contact: Tower secretary Maggie Hiller
Telephone: 01635 297674 Email: hillerwolverton@aol.com

8 bells with 15cwt. Tenor bell dating from 1664. The band rings for church services, weddings and to celebrate special occasions both local and national.
We practice every Monday evening from 7.30 to 9pm (not Bank Holidays)
New members are always welcome, contact Maggie Hiller as above.

Kingsclere and Ecchinswell W.I. (KEWI)
Contact: Louise Edwards Email: agapantha@talk21.com

We usually meet at The Crown Inn, Kingsclere on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm. At our meetings we have guest speakers, discussion forums and social events. Great for meeting new people, learning new things and getting out of the house. We welcome all ladies over the age of 18 years.
Check the “Kingsclere Tower” magazine for details of this month’s activities.

Headley W.I.
President Sylvia Pennington Tel No 298880
Secretary Betty Eckton Tel No 01256 850017

We meet at Village Hall, Headley on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 1.30pm. At out meetings we have guest speakers, discussion forums and social events. We also organise days out for members and their guests
For details of our activities contact: Janet Bond Telephone 01635 297610 Email: loueth@tiscali.co.uk

Old Time Tea Dance
Contact: Telephone 01635 297154

Come and join us on Wednesday’s at The Fieldgate Centre from 2pm until 4.00pm.
We enjoy a session of Ballroom and Sequence Dancing , with the addition of a Raffle, Tea and Biscuits.
All are welcome.

Coffee Mornings

At FIELDEN COURT, Swan Street every Tuesday morning from 10.30 till Noon.
In the METHODIST CHURCH HALL every Thursday morning 10am to 12noon, all are welcome for Tea/Coffee and biscuits