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Me Selection Headbourne Worthy Kings Worthy Littleton Micheldever South Wonston Sutton Scotney helping communities thrive Winchester Area Community Action (WACA) has collated this Directory for Over 55’s. WACA provides information and support for voluntary and community groups whilst supporting and promoting models of best practice and developing services to meet community needs. Although the information provided in this directory is believed to be accurate at the time of going to press in January 2011 no responsibility can be taken for that information as it is subject to change. The voluntary and community groups and local activities listed in this directory are not subject to inspection and therefore users should use their discretion when accessing the services listed. Winchester Over 55’s Forum The Winchester District Over 55’s Forum is an independent organisation run by local volunteers whose aim is to give a collective voice to older people: To influence decision makers on matters that impact on the daily lives of people aged over 55. To help to combat disadvantage amongst older people and provide a platform where older people can speak about the issues that affect their health and well being. The Forum responds to local consultations on matters that affect older people. The Forum meets monthly and welcomes new members and enquiries. It offers a varied program of activities including a range of information events. For more details please read the Forum section. e.Volve Hampshire and the Isle of Wight benefit from the work and activities of a rich variety of voluntary and community organisations. There are thousands of groups and individuals contributing to giving their communities a better quality of life. But how can you find out about them? e.VOLve is a database of voluntary and community organisations serving Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The groups marked with (E) are listed on eVOLve. If you wish to join them then visit the website at: http://www.e.volve.org.uk/ 1 Index Contents Page no Local Groups and Activities Headbourne Worthy and Kings Worthy 3 - 5 Littleton 5 - 7 Micheldever and Micheldever Station 8 - 9 South Wonston 9 - 10 Sutton Scotney 10 - Useful Local Resources Luncheon Clubs, Tea and Social Groups 12 - 15 Good Neighbour Support groups 15 - 17 Forums 18 Support Groups 19 - 22 Practical Support and Advice 23 - 24 2 Local Area Groups and Activities Headbourne Worthy and Kings Worthy St Mary’s Church Hall London Road, Kings Worthy, Winchester, SO23 7QL. Kings Worthy Handbells (Tuesday, 2:00pm – 4:00pm) For more information please contact Pam Southworth on 01962 856198. Active for Life – Keep Fit for over 50’s class Mondays 5:15pm to 6:15pm For more information please contact Mrs Brenda Peat 01962 620766 or Mrs Margaret Brown 01962 885331. (E) Jubilee Hall London Road, Kings Worthy (opposite the Volvo garage, near the church) The Worthy Players The group meets every Tuesday and Wednesday evening from 7:30pm. The Worthy Players is the amateur drama group for "the Worthies" – Kings Worthy, Headbourne Worthy, Abbots Worthy and Martyr Worthy. Formed originally by members of the local Women’s Institute in 1974, the group has since performed over 100 shows, including drama, comedy, pantomime, variety and old time music hall. Their membership is made up of members of all ages, many of whom come from much further afield than the Worthies – they are open to all newcomers. For more information telephone 01962 880025. (E) Kings Worthy Community Centre Location: Lionel Tubbs Hall, Fraser Road, Kings Worthy, SO23 7PJ. http://www.tubbshall.org.uk/ The Worthies Womens' Institute The W.I Meets at 2pm on the first Wednesday afternoon of each month except August at the Lionel Tubbs Hall. Activities include – Knit ‘n Natter, Walking, Reading Group, Scrabble, Handbells as well as visits to the theatre and a regular Lunch Club. For more information contact Mrs Vera Hogg 01962 865317. Adult Jazz / Modern Dancing Class Tuesday 7pm to 9pm For more information contact Mrs Claire Goodwin 01962 881288 . 3 Adult Sewing Classes With the ACE Centre, Thursday 10:15 am to 2:45 pm For more information please contact Marilyn Taylor on 01962 886166. Website www.psc.ac.uk/ace Friday Coffee Drop-in: (run by the Centre) Time: 10:30am until 12:00 pm first Friday of every month. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and cakes available at reasonable prices, with plenty of chatter and a choice of up to date books from the paperback book exchange. All are welcome! Just turn up. (E) Wonston and Worthy Camera Club Location: St Mary’s Hall, Fraser Rd, Springvale, Kings Worthy, SO23 7PJ. The Club meets on alternate Thursday evenings at 7:45 pm from September to April. Activities include lectures given by experts in their field, outings to venues of photographic interest, tuition in the use of photographic equipment, advice and competition evenings. For more information please contact the Secretary Carol Richardson on 01962 884070 or the chairman John Biddlecombe on 01962 881503. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.wandwcc.co.uk The Royal British Legion – Kings Worthy Branch Meet at Worthies Sports & Social Club, Loader Close, Kings Worthy, SO23 7NJ Mens Section The group meets on the last Wednesday of the month at 8pm, except July, August and December. For more information contact: Mr Tony Dowland (Treasurer) 01962 881874. Email: [email protected]. Women’s Section The Women’s Section aims to help the widows and dependents of ex-servicemen and woman of all conflicts, while having social evenings for its members. For more information please contact: Mrs. K Ralph 01962 852160 Website: http://hampshire.britishlegion.org.uk/. Chair Seating and Basketry classes There are 6 hours worth of classes a week offering lessons in all forms of chair seating, some rush and willow basketry and rush hats. For more information Telephone Mrs Gray 01962 881387 email: [email protected]. Website http://www.basketassoc.org/register/maker.php?maker=96 4 For more details about any of the activities that may be subject to change please visit. http://www.theworthys.org.uk/ Littleton Littleton Bowling Club The Club enters teams in the Southampton all District Ladies’ and Men’s Leagues and in the Whitchurch League (Mixed) – a number of their members also play at County level. Club sessions are mainly random drawn triples which are held on Monday evenings at 6:00 pm (6:30pm in June and July) and on Wednesday afternoons at 2:00 pm. The green is open to members for informal roll-ups. Club competitions and matches are played seven days per week from 11:00 am until dusk during the outdoor season lasting from late April until mid September. For more information please telephone the secretary, Mr Brian Baxendale, on 01962 886778. Email [email protected]. Littleton and West Hill Cricket Club The Club aims to provide friendly, sociable cricket and allow members of the Parish to play the game, either at a high level, or just to enjoy a relaxing friendly fixture ground Venue: Littleton Recreation Ground, The Hall Way, Littleton, near Winchester SO22 6QL. For more information please telephone 07785 258789 Email [email protected] Website: http://www.littletoncc.net/. (E) Croquet Club Littleton Recreation Ground, The Hallway, Main Road, Littleton The aim of the group is to encourage people to take gentle exercise via the game of croquet, and to join in the social activities. Wheelchair users can spectate, however unfortunately the lawns are not able to accommodate wheelchairs. The Club offers coaching and if needed a person is available to teach the basics of croquet. The current membership subscription is £57 for the season. Times: Daylight hours each day. Mix-ins: Mon 2.00pm, Weds 5.45pm and Sat 2.00pm For further information please telephone: 01962 885218. Littleton Millennium Memorial Hall The Hall Way, Littleton, SO22 6QL http://www.littletonvillagehall.hampshire.org.uk/index.htm The Hall hosts many different activities as follows 5 (E) Littleton and Harestock Women's Institute This is on the first Tuesday of every month at 7:30 pm. Our longstanding friendly group now has almost 60 members and we meet on the first Tuesday of each month in the Hall. For further details of our monthly speakers please visit their website www.hampshirewi.org.uk. Members participate regularly in activities organised by the County and the Winchester Group. We also organise outings to places of interest and visits to the Mayflower Theatre in Southampton to see Operas and Ballets. Our craft, Scrabble and Mah-jongg groups meet regularly in members’ homes and the Drama group entertains us during the year. There is also a small walking group which usually plans to finish with a pub lunch! We always welcome new members so just come along to one of our meetings and introduce yourself. For more information please contact Jenny Semple telephone on 01962 884881 or email [email protected]. Yoga Classes Tuesday evenings, 6:45 pm - 8:30 pm at Littleton Millennium Memorial Hall Aimed at all ages, ability and gender led by a qualified Iyengar Yoga teacher who can adjust postures to suit individual needs. For more information please contact Iris Lee on 02380 61 6505 or by email: [email protected]. Littleton and Harestock Gardening Club A friendly and informative society which was formed in 1992 for new and experienced gardeners which takes place on the third Wednesday of every month at 7:30pm. The society now has a membership of about 100. For a small membership fee (all are welcome to join) members can gain the following benefits: Monthly informative meetings, visits to local and national gardens, free gardening advice and the chance to meet fellow gardeners! For more information please contact the Secretary on 01962 883660.