Stambourne Village events calendar 2022 //
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Events calendar 2022
Christmas Carols by Candlelight at Stambourne Chapel »
When
Sunday, 18th December 2022 — 4pm
Where
The Chapel, Chapel End Way, Stambourne CO9 4NX
Cost
FREE ADMISSION
Accompanied by (non-alcoholic) mulled wine and mince pies.
Christmas Craft Market in Stambourne »
When
Saturday, 17th December 2022 — 10am – 2pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
FREE ADMISSION
Local author, cards & stationery, pottery, jewellery, books, decorations, memory boxes, cushions, unique gifts, cakes, pies, pastries, and more. #buylocal
Contact Coral Fordham on 07876 553 332 for more details.
When
Thursday, 15th December 2022 — 7pm for 7.30pm
Where
The White Horse, Mill Road, Ridgewell CO9 4SG
Contact Vicky on 07908 099 904 or Lorna on 07980 922 636 for more details
When
Wednesday, 14th December 2022 — 10.05am – 10.35am
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Christmas Carols at Stambourne Church »
When
Sunday, 11th December 2022 — 4pm
Where
St. Peter and St. Thomas Beckett Church, 1 Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
FREE ADMISSION
Service led by Rev. Liz Paxton. Delicious mince pies and mulled wine will be enjoyed after the service.
Christmas quiz at the Stambourne Village Hall »
When
Saturday, 10th December 2022 — 7pm for 7.30pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
£10 per person (including food)
Contact Cath on 01440 785 678 to book a table
Chicken curry, jacket potatoes and a vegetarian option, as well as Christmas pudding and cream will accompany the evening. Bring your own drink and glass and have a good time! Prize for winning table.
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 8th December 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Green Man, 3 Church Lane, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Cost
FREE ADMISSION — Just buy a drink from the pub, please
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome! You don’t need to be a member of the Stambourne Ladies Group to join us.
Every other Thursday
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
Christmas tree lighting in Toppesfield »
When
Saturday, 3rd December 2022 — From 6pm
Where
The Green Man, 3 Church Lane, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Cost
FREE ADMISSION
Lighting of the Christmas tree, complimentary sausage rolls, hot chocolate & mulled wine, followed by traditional carols in The Green Man pub. Prize for the BEST Christmas jumper!
Christmas tree lighting in Finchingfield »
When
Saturday, 3rd December 2022 — 11am – 7pm
Where
Finchingfield Green, Finchingfield CM7 4JS
Cost
FREE ADMISSION
Lighting of Christmas tree in the pond, and also: Makers’ Market at the Guildhall & Church, light procession led by Rev. Alex Shannon and carol singing. #buylocal
When
Saturday, 3rd December 2022 — 10.30am – 12.30pm
Where
Toppesfield Village Hall, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Cost
FREE ADMISSION
1st Saturday of the month — Finest local produce, Arts & Crafts, home design, pork butcher, cakes & pastries; cards & more. Refreshments & bacon rolls
Decorative stained glass class »
When
Saturday, 26th November 2022 — 10am – 3pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
£50 per person; all materials and designs provided; refreshments and a light lunch included
BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Contact Jeanette on 07707 507 880 to book
Christmas Fair at Steeple Bumpstead »
When
Friday, 25th November 2022 — 4.30pm – 7pm
Where
Steeple Bumpstead Primary School, Bower Hall Drive, Steeple Bumpstead CB9 7ED
Cost
£1 per family
Crafts & stalls, Santa’s Grotto, festive games, pulled pork rolls, tea & cake, mulled wine. Receive a programme and free entry into our Champagne & Chocolate Raffle. #buylocal
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 24th November 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Green Man, 3 Church Lane, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every other Thursday
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
Stambourne Parish Council Meeting »
When
Wednesday, 23rd November 2022 — 7.30pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Parish Council meetings are public meetings and you are welcome to attend. If you wish to attend please contact the Parish Clerk Debbie Hilliard on 01440 785 629.
When
Wednesday, 23rd November 2022 — 10.05am – 10.35am
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Christmas Fayre at The Chapel »
When
Saturday, 19th November 2022 — 10am – 1pm
Where
The Chapel, Chapel End Way, Stambourne CO9 4NX
Cost
FREE ADMISSION
Cath will be selling her wreaths, there will be cards and Christmas gifts, including honey products. There will also be a raffle and refreshments. All in Aid of the Chapel building project. #buylocal
Contact Adrian Burr on 01440 730 211, 07983 656 166 for more details.
When
Saturday, 12th November 2022 — 9.30am – 12pm
Where
Ridgewell Village Hall, Ridgewell CO9 4SL
2nd Saturday of the month (except Jan, Aug & Dec) — Crafts & food. Buy locally. Come along for food and hot drinks from the café
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 10th November 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Green Man, 3 Church Lane, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every other Thursday
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
Would I lie to you? – with SLG »
When
Wednesday, 9th November 2022 — 7.30pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
Free to members; £3 to non members
Contact Vicky on 07908 099 904 or Lorna on 07980 922 636 for more details
Stambourne Bonfire Night & Fireworks 2022 »
When
Saturday, 5th November 2022 — 6.30pm until late
Where
Stambourne Playing Field, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP — FREE PARKING
Cost
Adults: £6; Children between 5 & 16: £3; Under 5s: FREE
When
Saturday, 5th November 2022 — 10.30am – 12.30pm
Where
Toppesfield Village Hall, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
1st Saturday of the month — Finest local produce, Arts & Crafts, home design, pork butcher, cakes & pastries; cards & more. Refreshments & bacon rolls
When
Wednesday, 2nd November 2022 — 10.05am – 10.35am
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 27th October 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Green Man, 3 Church Lane, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every other Thursday
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
Autumn Craft Market in Stambourne »
When
Saturday, 15th October 2022 — 10am – 2pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Greeting cards, pottery, handmade jewellery, florist, butcher, t-shirts, reusable face scrubbies, and more. #buylocal
Contact Coral Fordham on 07876 553 332 for more details.
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 13th October 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Green Man, 3 Church Lane, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every other Thursday
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
Oktoberfest meet-up – with SLG »
When
Wednesday, 12th October 2022 — 7.30pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
Free to members; £3 to non members
Join the Stambourne Ladies Group for our very own Oktoberfest: a hot supper created by Zoë with dessert by Liz K to follow, lovingly prepared and seasoned with fun, chats and laughter.
Contact Vicky on 07908 099 904 or Lorna on 07980 922 636 for more details
When
Saturday, 8th October 2022 — 9.30am – 12pm
Where
Ridgewell Village Hall, Ridgewell CO9 4SL
2nd Saturday of the month (except Jan, Aug & Dec) — Crafts & food. Buy locally. Come along for food and hot drinks from the café
When
Saturday, 1st October 2022 — 10.30am – 12.30pm
Where
Toppesfield Village Hall, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
1st Saturday of the month — Finest local produce, Arts & Crafts, home design, pork butcher, cakes & pastries; cards & more. Refreshments & bacon rolls
Stambourne Village events calendar 2023 //
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 29th September 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Green Man, 3 Church Lane, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every other Thursday
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 15th September 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Green Man, 3 Church Lane, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every other Thursday
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
Reminiscences of a Stansted Customs Officer – with SLG »
When
Wednesday, 14th September 2022 — 7pm for 7.30pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
Free to members; £3 to non members
Contact Vicky on 07908 099 904 or Lorna on 07980 922 636 for more details
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 1st September 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Green Man, 3 Church Lane, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every other Thursday
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 18th August 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Green Man, 3 Church Lane, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every other Thursday
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
When
Saturday, 13th August 2022 — 10am – 3pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
50 per person; all materials and designs provided; teas and snacks included
BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Ring 07707 507 880 to book your place
Life and Death in a Victorian Gaol – with SLG »
When
Wednesday, 10th August 2022 — 7.30pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
Free to members; £3 to non members
Contact Vicky on 07908 099 904 or Lorna on 07980 922 636 for more details
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 4th August 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Horse & Groom, B1057, Cornish Hall End CM7 4HF
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every other Thursday
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
Paint like Van Gogh with Kirsten Wright »
When
Friday, 29th July, 2nd & 12th August 2022 — 9.30am – 12.30pm
Where
Ridgewell Village Hall, Ridgewell CO9 4SL
Cost
£100 for 3 sessions
Friendly, structured and informative classes suitable for beginners or improving artists. 3 morning sessions of 3 hours each.
Contact Kirsten Wright on 07469 237 330 for bookings and enquiries
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 21st July 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Green Man, 3 Church Lane, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every 3rd Thursday of the month
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
Live 60s music by Reflections »
When
Saturday, 16th July 2022 — 7.30pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
£10 per person —includes: cheese nibbles and wine (bring your own glass)
Cream teas at Stambourne Church »
When
Saturday, 16th July 2022 — 2pm – 4pm
Where
St. Peter and St. Thomas Beckett Church, 1 Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Fish and chips supper – with SLG »
When
Wednesday, 13th July 2022 — 6pm for 6.30pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
£6.50
Veg options available. Followed by home made crumble, custard and cream
Contact Vicky on 07908 099 904 or Lorna on 07980 922 636 for more details
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 30th June 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
White Horse, Mill Road, Ridgewell CO9 4SG
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every 3rd Thursday of the month — Extra day due to popular demand!
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
Art workshop with Kirsten Wright: Large floral »
When
Friday, 24th June & 1st July 2022 — 9.30am – 12.30pm
Where
Ridgewell Village Hall, Ridgewell CO9 4SL
Cost
£60 per workshop (2 sessions)
Friendly, structured and informative classes suitable for beginners or improving artists. 2 morning sessions of 3 hours each.
Contact Kirsten Wright on 07469 237 330 for bookings and enquiries
Open Garden at The Mill House in Stambourne »
When
Sunday, 19th June 2022 — 1-5pm
Where
The Mill House, Mill Road, Stambourne CO9 4NT
Cost
£1 in aid of Alzheimer’s Research UK
Plants, refreshments and cakes for sale. Accompanied children welcome. No dogs please.
When
Sunday, 19th June 2022 — 12.30pm with show at 2pm
Where
Toppesfield Playing Field, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Cost
£10 per person; free for under 2s sitting on adults’ laps
Tickets must be purchased by 27th May 2022
A fun packed comedy show for all the family, supported by amazing international circus artists. Happy’s Circus provides a professional all human (no animals) 3 hour + experience presented by a 16 strong touring team.
Contact Andrea a on 07901 880 914 for more details
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 16th June 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Green Man, 3 Church Lane, Toppesfield CO9 4DR
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every 3rd Thursday of the month
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
When
Wednesday, 8th June 2022 — 7pm for 7.30pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
Free to members; £3 to non members
Contact Vicky on 07908 099 904 or Lorna on 07980 922 636 for more details
When
Sunday, 5th June 2022 — 3pm
Where
St John the Baptist Church, Finchingfield CM7 4NN
Cost
Pay what you decide after the show
Live theatre on Jubilee Weekend! Half Cut Theatre are very excited to be returning to Finchingfield!
When
Thursday, 2nd June 2022 — from 3pm
Where
Stambourne Playing Field, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
Donations of cakes to share very welcome!
Join us for an evening of fun on the Stambourne Playing Field and celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with tea & cakes, free BBQ, face painting, live music by Reflections and Old Street Rockers, and much more!
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 19th May 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Plough, The Street, Birdbrook CO9 4BJ
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every 3rd Thursday of the month
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
Nature-Friendly Farming Network »
When
Tuesday, 17th May 2022 — 7.15pm for 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Where
St Andrews Church Hall, Halstead CO9 2LD
Cost
£3 donation payable on the day
Essex Wildlife Trust (Braintree group) presents: an illustrated talk by Martin Lines, Chair of the Nature-Friendly Farming Network about how neighbouring farms are creating wildlife corridors connecting between farms and nature reserves.
Contact Tracey Kay on 07742 294 358 for more details
When
Saturday, 14th May 2022 — 3pm – 4pm
Where
The Plough, The Street, Birdbrook CO9 4BJ
Cost
£10; or stop for brunch / lunch after from set menu for £20
Booking essential — contact The Plough on 01440 788 066 for more details and to reserve your place
Art workshop with Kirsten Wright: Quirky bird »
When
>Friday, 13th May & 20th May 2022 — 9.30am – 12.30pm
Where
Ridgewell Village Hall, Ridgewell CO9 4SL
Cost
£60 per workshop (2 sessions)
Friendly, structured and informative classes suitable for beginners or improving artists. 2 morning sessions of 3 hours each.
Contact Kirsten Wright on 07469 237 330 for bookings and enquiries
Create a floral work of art – with SLG »
When
Wednesday, 11th May 2022 — 7pm for 7.30pm
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
Free to members; £3 to non members
Jane will show us how to create two hand tied floral works of art, which will be raffled at the end of the evening. Feel free to bring your own flowers and foliage along if you’d like to have a go yourself!
Contact Vicky on 07908 099 904 or Lorna on 07980 922 636 for more details
Birdbrook Bowls Club open afternoon
When
Sunday, 24th April 2022 — 12pm – 4pm
Where
Birdbrook Bowls Club (rear of Birdbrook Community House), The Street, Birdbrook CO9 4BN
Male, female, all ages welcome. As long as you can hold a ball you are welcome to attend! Meet the members and enjoy a relaxing afternoon trying your hand at bowls.
Contact Yvonne Lawrence on 01284 789 521 or 07557 659 850 for more details
Let’s Go Back To The 80’s – disco extravaganza »
When
Saturday, 23rd April 2022 — 7.30pm – 11.45pm
Where
Colne Valley Arms, Sturmer Road, Birdbrook, CO4 9BB (formerly The Birdbrook Tavern)
Cost
£12 each or £100 for a bulk purchase of 10 tickets
Who doesn’t love 80’s music?!?!?
Raising funds for “Walk The Walk – Uniting Against Breast Cancer”.
Light buffet included.
Art workshop with Kirsten Wright: Seascape painting »
When
Friday, 22nd April & 29th April 2022 — 9.30am – 12.30pm
Where
Ridgewell Village Hall, Ridgewell CO9 4SL
Cost
£60 per workshop (2 sessions)
Friendly, structured and informative classes suitable for beginners or improving artists. 2 morning sessions of 3 hours each.
Contact Kirsten Wright on 07469 237 330 for bookings and enquiries
Knit & Natter Club – with SLG »
When
Thursday, 21st April 2022 — 5pm – 7pm
Where
The Plough, The Street, Birdbrook CO9 4BJ
Bring along your projects, share ideas and tips, get inspired or just come for a chat. Everyone welcome!
Every 3rd Thursday of the month
Contact Anna on 07944 696 527 for more details
When
Wednesday, 20th April 2022 — 7pm onwards
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Cost
Free to members; £3 to non members
Open to villagers
Contact Vicky on 07908 099 904 or Lorna on 07980 922 636 for more details
Ridgewell Indoor Boot Sale
When
Sunday, 27th March 2022 — 9.30am – 12.30pm
Where
Ridgewell Village Hall, Ridgewell CO9 4SL
Contact Stella on 07957 138 175 for more details
When
Saturday, 26th March 2022 — 12pm onwards
Where
The Plough, The Street, Birdbrook, Halstead CO9 4BJ
Must be pre-booked
In aid of Wear A Hat Day – 10% of cost will be donated to the Brain Tumour Research charity. All are encouraged to wear a stunning hat!
Pub Quiz Night at The Plough »
When
Friday, 25th March 2022 — 8pm onwards
Where
The Plough, The Street, Birdbrook, Halstead CO9 4BJ
Cost
£3 per person max 6 people per team. All entry money goes to Brain Tumour Research In aid of Wear A Hat Day (26.03.22). Wear a hat on the night (optional) but prize for wackiest/best hat!
Stambourne Ladies Group meet-up »
When
Wednesday, 9th March 2022 — 7pm onwards
Where
Stambourne Village Hall, Church Road, Stambourne CO9 4NP
Contact Vicky on 07908 099 904 or Lorna on 07980 922 636 for more details
Ridgewell Indoor Boot Sale
When
Sunday, 27th February 2022 — 9.30am – 12.30pm
Where
Ridgewell Village Hall, Ridgewell CO9 4SL
Contact Stella on 07957 138 175 for more details
Course: How plants have shaped the World »
When
Tuesday, 22nd February 2022 — 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Where
United Reformed Church, Kings Road, Halstead CO9 1HJ
Cost
£47 for 6 x 2 hour weekly sessions
Course by Andy Beharrell; search for course C2228705
Course: Plants, Politics & Economics »
When
Tuesday, 18th January 2022 — 7.30pm
Where
United Reformed Church, Kings Road, Halstead CO9 1HJ
Course by Andy Beharrell; search for course C2228367
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