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This page provides details of local groups and societies in Southam and the surrounding areas. If you click on the name of the group you will be taken to their website (if there is one). Do you want to add your group or society ? Then contact the webmaster using the Feedback button above - please advise in which listing you would like your group to appear.
Click also for Church & Church Groups or Children & Youth Groups.
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Care and Repair is a Home Improvement Agency offering practical help and support to people over the age of 60 and those with physical disabilities of any age. The prime object is to ensure that where the clients are enabled to continue living in their own homes in greater comfort and security. The service is for home owners and people in privately rented accommodation.
Care and Repair has compiled a list of local contractors who have been vetted and approved, many of whom have worked with the organisation for many years. Clients who wish to deal independently with their works or adaptation can be given the names of two contractors from the approved list. Many clients however opt to engage the support of a caseworker who for a specified fee will project manage the works of improvement drawing from the services of the Technical Officer as required. Both major and minor work/ adaptations are undertaken and overseen from start to completion by the Care & Repair Team.
Care and Repair staff can also refer clients to Benefit Agencies to ensure that they are in receipt of appropriate benefits. This can have a marked effect on their income and hence on their quality of life. For more information please find contact details below -
Tel: 01926 458125
Email: css@ageconcernwarks.co.uk
Website: http://www.ageconcernwarwickshire.org.uk
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The local Baha'i community hosts a 'Tranquillity Zone' on the last Wednesday of every month at 7.30pm at 6 Welsh Road West. A Tranquillity Zone consists of relaxing music and inspiring readings in a peaceful and meditative atmosphere. It lasts for about 40 minutes and is followed by refreshments.
On the other Wednesdays a devotional meeting is held at the same time and place, usually with a particular theme. A lending library and free leaflets are available. All meetings are free and open to all.
More details can be found on the website above or by contacting Paddy and Ann Vickers on 817291 or Click here to contact by e-mail.
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Southam Parish Church Bells
Sunday ringing is currently half an hour before the 10:00am service, and half an hour before the 6:30pm service.
Practice night is on Tuesday, from 7:30 to 9:30pm. New and old ringers welcome.
There are Ringing outings, competitions and other social pastimes.
The parish church of St James, Southam, has a ring of eight bells, the tenor bell (heaviest) being 15cwt 1 quarter 25lb (788kg) in the note of E. Their history is diverse: prior to 1863, the ring comprised of five bells, by four different founders, ranging in age from 1596 to 1676. In 1863 a new treble was added and the first two of the old ring were recast, thus forming a new ring of six. Then in 1913, two new trebles were added, and the back four of the original five were retuned, forming the present eight.
The ringers of Southam are always pleased to welcome visiting ringers, and also non-ringers whose curiosity prompts them to visit the belfry.
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Corino
Corino is a small choir based in Southam. It is composed of sopranos, altos, tenors and basses. We sing unaccompanied and have a very wide repertoire ranging from madrigals, folk-songs, religious music to popular music.
We shall be pleased to be invited to sing for any occasion including private parties, weddings, birthdays, church services and joining with others in concerts.
To find out more about Corino please contact:
Mrs Muriel Wade - Musical Director. Tel 01926 813102
Click here to contact by e-mail.
or
Mrs. Helen Shepherd - Secretary. Tel. 01926 814265
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Craven Lane Hall - Southam Welfare Hut
Details of activities in the Welfare Hut. Please click here for more information.
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Farnborough Art
Coaching by local guest artists once a month. Join us on Tuesday evenings 7:30pm to 9:30pm at farnborough Village Hall
To find out more telephone: 01295 690379
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Friends of the Cardall Collection
We are a group of volunteers working in conjunction with Warwickshire Museums Service with the aim of preserving the Cardall Collection. This important Collection comprises historical objects and memorabilia associated with the town of Southam and is of interest to schools, researchers, local history groups and anyone interested in the history of our Town. The Friends group was formally constituted on November 30th 2006, and its primary aim is to find a permanent home for the Collection within Southam. If you are interested in helping to preserve Southam's history, or would like to know more about the Cardall Collection, or see the latest Newsletter, please CLICK HERE.
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Friends of Southam First Responders
Established in 2006 by the then Mayor Bill Pease, this group facilitates the provision of new and replacement equipment for Southam First Responders, who provide a vital local service in responding to emergency calls in our area. For further information, or to find out how you can help, contact bill.pease@ukonline.co.uk
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Graham Adams Centre
A great place for the under 5's, the over 60's and all those in between.
For a brief history of the Centre Click here please click here (pdf. format)
For a copy of the most recent annual report Click here please click here (pdf. format)
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'Greener Southam' is a newly formed group of local people that aims to raise awareness, encourage and inform Southam and district residents about 'green' issues such as recycling, waste reduction and energy efficiency. If you are interested in joining this group, or have ideas on how we can move towards a greener way of living in Southam and district, please email
greener-southam@googlegroups.com
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Harbury Art Group
For keen water colourists. Monthly tutorials at the Tom Hauley Room, Harbury.
For information sheet (pdf file)please click here (pdf. format)
To find out more contact:
Bill Davies on 01926 614104 or
Nick Baldwin on 01993 704363
for details, dates, times and subjects.
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Inner Wheel Club of Southam
Objects of Inner Wheel:
1. To promote true friendship.
2. To encourage the ideals of personal service.
3. To foster international understanding.
The Inner Wheel Club of Southam meet on the 4th Thursday of each month (Except August and December) at the Fox & Hen, Bascote. The business meeting commences at 11.00am followed by lunch. The meeting closes at 2.00pm.
Active membership may be taken up by: - a) The wife or female partner of a male Rotarian, b) The widow of a Rotarian or former Rotarian, c) The wife/mother/sister/daughter over 18 years step-daughter over 18 years of any Rotarian or former Rotarian, d) The mother/sister/ daughter over 18 years of an Inner Wheel Member, e) A female Rotarian or former Rotarian, or f) Former female member of Rotaract or the wife of a member of Rotaract.
Contact:
The Club Secretary is MRS MARGARET HARDY 11 ELMBANK, SOUTHAM, WARWICKSHIRE CV47 1NX. Telephone 01926814181.
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Karousels
A ladies choir singing for charity events specialising in light music. we have about 25 members and meet once a week at St. Mary's School, Southam. Members do not have to read notation and the emphasis is on enjoyment for all concerned. We give about 14 concerts per year and travel to many parts of the area.
For further details please telephone Helen Morris on 01926 812830
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Email contactus@lwrotaract.org.uk - Phone 07761 205097
"Rotaract is an organisation for 18-30 year olds with clubs throughout the world. It's aim is to enable members to meet people in the area, try out new activities and contribute something back to the local community.. Our club serves the Leamington, Warwick, Kenilworth, Coventry and Southam areas. The Club meets every FIRST and THIRD THURSDAY of the month at 8pm at The New Bowling Green Inn in Warwick. You can be as casual or as involved as you wish, feel free to pop along if you're interested or would like to find out more."
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Model Boat Club - Knightcote
The Knightcote Model Boat Club has a dedicated quarter-acre water at New House Farm in Knightcote. The water is open to members all year round, from 9am to dusk, for the sailing of sail, electric, and steam powered boats.( No internal combustion, sorry.)
We have a thriving and very friendly membership.
Whether you are an expert or just a beginner, come along and visit us.
Contacts are:
Derek Nelson - Sec. 01926 640045
Pete Munday 01926 812953
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Royal British LegionDetails to be added soon
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Rotary Club of Southam
Rotary Club of Southam is a small club and one of two in Southam. Fifteen members who have an interesting programme of events throughout the year.
Co-sponsor of the Southam Interact Club at Southam College. We meet on Tuesdays at 1245 (5th Tuesday at 1900) at The Fox & Hen, Bascote Heath, Southam.
For more details CLICK HERE
or telephone Rotarian Peter Jackson on 01926 864234
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Our Club was formed in 1994. At the moment we have 28 members, both men and women. It is part of Rotary International.
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Save the Children is the UK's largest international charity, working in over 70 countries including the UK. Over 80% of the money raised goes towards helping children - this is achieved partly by the use of local branches run by volunteers.
Southam branch has been active for 25 years. Our main activities are Christmas sales of cards and gifts, coffee mornings, and orders from the Save the Children catalogue. We also raise over £1,000 every year through our house-to-house collections which take place at the end of April in a national campaign.
If you would like to help, join, or make a donation please contact:
Rosemary Hill (secretary) Tel. 01926 814144
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Senior Citizen's Action Network - 'scan'
Have you got at least 50 years experience of Life?
Do you want to improve your life and that of other people in the Southam area? Then come to the meetings of scan! and have your say in things that concern you and people like you.
scan! the Senior Citizen's Action Network, is part of the Government's Better Governance for Older People policy. This initiative aims to improve services and policies for older people by working with them and listening to their views. scan! promotes equality, opportunity of access and life long learning.
-Bi-monthly meetings*
-Topical range of speakers
-Free admission
-Supported by local Voluntary and Statutory Organisations
-Occasional District and County meetings For dates of meetings please go to the Southam Events Diary. *Meetings are held at Southam Health Centre, Pendicke Street Southam. For further details click on "Events Diary" at top of page or contact:
Ann Walker, Council for Voluntary Service
The Hospital, Arden Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6NX
Tel: 01789 298115 Fax: 01789 262886 or Click Here to e-mail
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Southam Allotments
 The Southam Produce Association is a thriving gardening community with over 70 members. The allotments are situated on the Priors Marston road just outside the town.
It is a very friendly association where new gardeners are always made to feel welcome. Contrary to popular belief, it is not a male preserve as many of our gardeners are women. Beginners are very welcome and there are always plenty of fellow gardeners around to offer advice and practical help.
The current annual rent on a full plot is £32 and this includes water charges, association membership and insurance. Half and quarter size plots are available and are charged proportionately. Contact us on 01926 817707 if you would like more information.
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Southam Carers Group
Do you look after a partner, friend or relative ?
Would you like to:
Just have a coffee and a chat ? Meet others in a similar situation ?
Obtain practical information on benefits, services etc. ?
Talk to someone in confidence ? Join in social events ?
A group meets the first Wednesday of the month at the "Lions Room",
Southam Clinic, Pendicke St.
10:30 am - 12:30pm. Please come and join us.
For more information tel. 01926 485486
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Southam Club for the Blind & Partially Sighted
Our club provides a varied programme of meetings and activities for blind and visually impaired people living in Southam and the surrounding villages.
The club normally meets fortnightly on Wednesday afternoons at 2.00pm at the Graham Adams Centre in St James' Road, Southam. Programmes consist of talks by interesting people, social activities and outings.
The club operates under the umbrella of WAB (Warwickshire Association for the Blind).
Contact :- Margaret Rowlatt (Secretary) Tel. 01926 815020
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Southam Dancing Club
A social dance is held at The Grange Hall (Southam) every 2nd and 3rd Thursday evening in the month from 8.00pm to 10.30pm. This is an enjoyable and friendly evening. The dance includes ballroom, latin, old-time and sequence dancing. (Note: There is no tuition).
Admission is £1.00 - tea / coffee & biscuits are available.
Contact :- Mac & Magaret Webster Tel. 01926 812357
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Southam Darby & Joan Club
Fun and friendship for Senior Citizens. We meet at Wattons Lodge, Park Lane on the 1st Friday of the month from 2.00pm - 4.30pm. We enjoy several outings during the year. Anyone interested can be assured of a warm welcome.
Contact No's:-
Eileen Hancock - 01926 813607
Jacky Graham - 01926 813652
Pauline Brailsford - 01926 812148
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Southam and District Childrens Centre
Southan and District Childrens Centre was officially opened in May 2008.
It is based within the Graham Adams Centre in St.James Road Southam.
We offer a wide variety of activities for 0-5's and their families, and we also have
several partners who regularly visit us offering information and advice to families.
These include Job Centre Plus, Family Information Service and visits from health professionals.
For details of What's On during September and October please CLICK HERE or ring 814953.
We also cover the villages of Stockton, Long Itchington and Napton. For more details of the Village Roadshows ring 814953 or email southamcc@yahoo.co.uk We look forward to seeing you soon.
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Venue: Galanos House, Banbury Rd., Southam. CV47 2BL
Dates: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays in each month
Time: 8.00pm . For Local Lions News Click Here
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Southam & District Lions Club, formed in 1971, is part of Lions Clubs International, a world wide voluntary service organisation with over 34,000 clubs in 155 countries, comprising more than 1,500,000 members, making it the largest organisation of its kind in the world. While each Lions Club gives priority to the needs of its local community the Association is truly international with no religious or political affiliations of any description. As Southam is not a large town, the "District" in the name is very important, since it describes an area which includes the villages of Long Itchington, Harbury, Bishops Itchington, Napton, Stockton, Ufton, Marton, Priors Marston, Priors Hardwick, Ladbroke, Deppers Bridge, Fenny Compton, Northend and Knightcote.
- Where?
We serve in any way we can, and to the best of our ability, to what we see to be the needs of the community in which we live, in whatever form it appears necessary, and to whatever extent our resources of time and money permit.
- When?
We receive requests of all natures, and sometimes it takes a while to find the right answer or right person for the job. We can, and do, contact other organisations if they are better able to assist - all in an effort to provide speedy help. All this is done in our spare time; there are no full time organisers. As an International organisation Lions are able to provide urgent assistance in times of disaster through the Lions International Foundation, a trust fund established by regular contributions from Lions Clubs throughout the world.
- How?
Money is raised from you the public to support our projects. All monies raised in this way are entirely used for charity. Nothing at all is deducted for Club administration. All members subscribe to their own administration costs. Since 1971, Southam & District Lions Club has raised over a hundred thousand pounds.
- Why?
The effort contributed by a collection of men (and frequently their families too) for serving their local community provides a fellowship second to none - an important aspect of our Club life.
- What?
Our activities include - supplying furniture to those in need, assisting families in distress. Organising and running fund raising events sometimes with other local organisations. From the money raised, responding to both local and national appeals for assistance or donations. Providing equipment to hospitals, clinics, pre-school groups schools etc. Organising concerts for the elderly. Sponsor ship of MedicAlert, Project Sight First and other quality of life enhancing projects.
If YOU want to know more, or wish to join, please contact : Jim Steele Tel 01926 813577 / 07799 496265 who would be only too pleased to get in touch with you personally . For Local Lions News Click Here
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Lions Ladies fund raise and organise their own events. Events organised to date have included Soup & Roll stall at the Southam Mop, Indulgence Evening, Open Garden & Coffee Morning, Bring & Share evening, car-boot sale and a refreshment stall at the May day Fete.
If you are interested in coming along to any of these events, please contact:
Anne Jakeway 01926 814294
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Round Table is an international organisation for men aged between 18 and 45, who wish to serve their community through action and fund-raising, whilst enjoying the social aspects of the club (at Southam we try to do a lot of this one!). It's been described as "a social club with a conscience". If you'd like to meet some new people for a laugh and some 'good deeds' then visit our website to find out more (click on name above).
Southam & District Round Table draws its membership from Southam and surrounding villages. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Monday evening of each month, either locally or out and about.
Southam also has an active 41 Club organisation for blokes over 40, and Ladies Circle and Tangent for, well, ladies of both ages. Whilst each club operates in its own right, we also link up from time to time for more of the same.
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Southam Neighbourhood Watch
Neighbourhood watch has operated very successfully in Southam for many years helping to make the town a safe and secure place to live. We have 23 schemes currently running in the town but would like to extend these to cover all areas of Southam.
We are supported by Southam District Council. Some household insurers also offer discounts for members of neighbourhood watch schemes. The Police also issue a weekly crime summary via e-mail. Regular meetings are held in:
The Graham Adams Centre (side entrance)
St. James Road, Southam.
Meetings in 2004 - Tues 13th July at 8pm and Tues 12th Oct at 8pm
If you and any of your neighbours would be interested in setting up a scheme for your road or street please contact:
Sue Haughton (Secretary) on Tel. 01926 813354
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The Southam & District Group Ramblers' Association is a local group in the Warwickshire Area of the UK Ramblers'Association.
The Group was formed in 1985 and members ages range from 8 to 80. We have a series of walks of varying length. These include Sunday walks, Wednesday morning Walks and Thursday evening summer strollers. We enjoy pub lunches and picnics on longer walks. Our aim is to walk as many footpaths and bridleways in the Southam and surrounding area including the Cotswolds, Northamptonshire and Oxfordshire.
For more information click on "Southam Ramblers" above.
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Southam Reading Group
Southam Reading Group meets every six weeks on Tuesday or Thursday evenings at 7.15pm for 7.30pm in Southam Library. Books can be collected from and returned to Southam Library if you miss a meeting. The library's contact number, for any queries, is 01926 812523. Contact library for details of books / next meeting.
See also: The Big Read
Southam St John Ambulance
Detail to follow soon
Link to Web Page Click Here
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 Southam is twinned with Marolles en Hurepoix, a small town about 25 miles to the south of Paris. The Twinning Association is a voluntary organisation and membership is open to all interested individuals, families, clubs and other bodies from Southam and the surrounding area. The Association is independent of any financial support from the Town Council and raises funds through various events held during the year. Exchange visits occur annually.
Your help and support in any form will be most welcome. Why not come along to one of our meetings to find out how to be involved? We'd love to meet you.
If you have any general questions about Southam Twinning Association or Marolles en Hurepoix please give Jan Ford, STA secretary, a call on 01926 813373. If you are ever near Marolles on holiday or business and would like to call and see the town please let Jan know and she can put you in touch.
Click for French translation of Home Page OR details of Marolles
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Southam United Bowls Club
Southam United Bowls Club was founded in 1984, when a green was laid at their Headquarters Banbury Road, Southam, CV47 2BJ. The Club is mixed and is made up of approximately 30 men and 20 ladies. Sixty fixtures per season are all mixed, plus the ladies section have about 15 matches on a Wednesday and the men compete in two midweek leagues, Wednesday afternoons and Thursday evenings.
The Club is a member of the local Kineton and District Bowls League and is also affiliated to the English Bowls Association, English Womens Bowls Association, Warwickshire County Bowls Association Rugby Bowls Association.
The Club has two qualified coaches and open evenings are held for beginners. Events during the season include 3 Charity Galas, a 4 day Annual Tour, the Annual Duck Race and a Presentation Dinner Dance. New Members are always welcome - for any further information please contact Fixture Secretary, Mr George Jordan, 01926 811302
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Southam United Charities
Southam United Charities has been in existence for several centuries. Its sole reason for being is to assist the residents of the Parish of Southam who need help. For more details and how to apply for a grant Click Here
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Southam Womens Fellowship
The fellowship was begun in May 1962.
The meetings are held weekly every Thursday afternoon at 2:15 in the lounge of Wulstan Court. All ladies can attend and new members are very welcome.
Topics are varied, once a month of a devotional nature and we have speakers from all the local churches.
Every quarter we have a "Bring & Buy" sale which enables us to donate to different charities and we have speakers from some of them to give a talk. We aslo have slide shows and talks on many topics, games, and occasionally go out for meals.
We are all senior citizens but try to keep young at heart. We enjoy a social occasion with a cup of tea, biscuits and a friendly chat.
More details can be obtained from:
Mrs Margaret Murphy (secretary) Tel. 813920
3 Pendicke Court, Southam, Cv47 1FA
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The Womens Institute, or W.I. as it is more commonly known, is open for all women regardless of age, race, or belief. Thereare over 9,000 institutes in England, Wales, the Isle of Man, and the Channel islands. The first W.I. was founded in Canada by Adelaide Hunter-Hoodless. The first W.I. in Britain was opened in North Wales in 1915.
Membership is by annual subscription and visitors are made welcome at any of the meetings for a small charge. Southam W.I. has been running for 75 years. We meet in St Mary's School Hall on the first Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm. There is always an interesting range of speakers on topics from history, gardening, poetry, food sampling, aromatherapy to name but a few. We also take part in trips, holidays and regional and national competitions.
Southam W.I. are a warm and friendly group who will make any new members or visitors welcome. To find out more contact:
Mrs. Hazel Harrison Tel. 01926 814044 or Mrs. Sheila Goatley Tel. 01926811645
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Southam Branch based at The Grange.
Information is offered on a wide range of local voluntary organisations, community and self help groups, so that people who have time and would like to be a volunteer can be put in contact with a local organisation that will be grateful for their help and suits their personal requirements.
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St James Choir
We meet every Friday at 7pm for practice, and sing every Sunday. Anyone interested in joining the choir should ring me, Jo Lockley, on 614532 or
Click here to contact by e-mail
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The Friendship Group
Open to all ladies. Meetings are on Wednesday evenings from 8 to 9.30pm in the lounge of the Congregational Church in Wood Street. Speakers, outings, activities, etc. For information contact Sandra Meacham 812149.
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Windmill Singers of South Warwickshire.
The Windmill Singers are a choir of 30 or so local folks meeting every Thursday evening, except main holiday times, at the Old School Long Itchington (opposite the church) from 8.00pm to 10.00pm with a break for refreshments and chatter. We sing a wide variety of music; classical, folk arrangements, church music, show music, and perform in halls, churches, cathedrals and more unusual venues. It is our 40th Anniversary in 2004.
No auditions, lots of good humour - just bring your voice along any Thursday evening.
Contact Ray Truslove 01926 633171 OR 01926 813477 or visit our website at:
www.windmillsingers.co.uk
Click for Church & Church Groups or Children & Youth Groups.
 
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