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Tree Planting at the Village Hall
In the 1950's, the youngest local cub Scout, Andy Beard, planted a tree outside the village hall with all of the Scouts, Brownies and Guides looking on, one of whom was Enid Chubb.
Over the past couple of years, the tree has not done well and it was decided that it needed to be replaced.
Today, despite the weather, members if the Beard family and the Chubb family have replanted a new tree outside the village hall alongside sone of the Village Hall Trustees and one of our new Guides.
This will create new memories for our village and also allow us to remember special people that have been part of our village for so long.
Thank you to all that attended and to James Harris for sourcing the tree and making the area ready for today.
We hope in better weather at our 100 year anniversary of the village hall next year, we will be able to recreate the original photo with all of our current Scouts, Brownies and Guides.
Creative Writing Workshop
Looking for something for your young person to do before Christmas? Are they age 11-16 years old?
Why not try this creative writing workshop at Fenton's?
21st December 11am. 1 hour. £10 per child
Contact sarah.jones@focus-tutoring.co.uk for more details. Limited availability.
Drawing Competition
Want to win a Christmas Prize?
We are having a children's Christmas colouring competition this year based on our fabulous Christmas window designed by artist, Katherine Harper, on Instagram @mama_mural @mama_rural .
To enter, print the sheet below or pop into Café@Fenton's for a copy and colour away to your heart's content. Don't forget to add your name, age and phone number on the back and drop into Fenton's.
Competition closes on Friday 20th December at 12pm and will be judged by the artist. Top 3 posters will win a prize.
Call for new fitness classes
Tag your favourite fitness instructor!
We are looking for new fitness classes for the new year to fill our beautiful halls! Contact Kate and Laura for more info southcerneyhalls@southcerney.org.uk
It's cosy in Café@Fenton's
If winter sunshine means a lovely crisp walk why not follow it with a cup of coffee and a slice of cake at Café@Fenton's. We are open Monday to Saturday, 9-1pm.
If it's a bit chilly outside. Why not pop in for a hot drink and piece of cake. With underfloor heating, our café is always cosy!
Stalls at the Christmas Fair
We had a really successful Xmas Fair 16th November. Thank you to all the Stallholders and all the folk who came enjoyed purchasing Christmas gifts and eating mince pies and drinking prosecco. The Café was open and non- alcoholic drinks were available too! To the right is a carosel of our pictures from the day.
Christmas Windows
It's a Kawaii Themed Christmas window this year at Fenton's. Amazing art as always from @mama_mural with a bit of help from @cotswoldmum. All ready for our Christmas Fair on the 16th November! We can't wait to see you there.
Let us know what you think of this year's window in the chat 😀
Christmas Fair
Join us at Fenton's Saturday 16th November for our Christmas Fair 3 to 6 pm.
Mulled wine, festive food and cakes, Christmas gifts, tree and table decorations, stocking fillers and much more.
Arts & Craft sale
Sat 2nd Nov 10am-4pm 10th anniversary Annual Art & Craft sale in the Village Hall. Lovely things to browse or buy. Home made cake & cuppa £3 (cash). Cash preferred some tables have card readers
Zumba Gold
Join us for an hour of great fun in this low impact class. Come and smile and dance away the hour.
Contact Zumba Gold - Maya
11 September 2024
Pilates
Looking for Pilates class? Why not try our Specialist Physiotherapist-Led Pilates classes throughout the week at Fenton's Community Centre.
Details Physiotherapist led Pilates - Sarah
10 September 2024
Getting back into fitness with KateFit
Do you have a baby or a toddler and are looking to get back into fitness? Why not come along to KateFit with Kate Bridgeman ? Monday mornings at Fenton's.
Contact Fit Active KATEFIT
10 September 2024
Yoga at Fenton's
Are you ready to start or restart a yoga practice, in an informal relaxed environment at the beautiful Fenton's community centre?
There are a range of classes on Tuesdays and Fridays. See Yoga - Caroline
Open to all, regardless of age, gender, mobility levels. Simply a chance to connect mind, body and breath, with stillness, movement, stretching, strengthening, balancing and resting. Time for yourself and maybe time for a coffee afterwards if you attend one of the morning classes.
5 September 2024
Mini Groovers
Calling all little ones! Mini Groovers have started back at Fenton's for the Autumn.
For Parents/carers and toddlers. Join us Wednesdays 10.45 - 11.30 am. £6 a session.
For more info and to book see Mini Groovers
4 September
CCDA New Range of Classes at Fenton's
Family fitness classes have re-started at Fenton's every Monday afternoon. Bring your junior, tween or teen along (or your other half!) and have some fun! The Café is open too.
Check out CCDA Creative Dance Academy for more info and to sign up
3 September 2024
New Class Alert - Ladies Dance!
CDA Ladies Dance Classes with Emily. 2 week beginners course starting Thursday 12 September, 18.15 to 19.15. All fitness levels and dance abilities are welcome! For more details see Ladies Dance .
3 September 2024
Change to Café@Fenton's Opening Hours
Due to Thursday dance classes being moved to a new premises, we have taken the decision to close Café@Fenton's on a Thursday afternoon until further notice.
We are currently looking for more children's classes to fill this space and will keep you updated.
2 September 2024
Games in the Café
When you next visit Café@Fenton's, check out our box of games! There is something suitable to entertain everyone. 😊
We are still looking for a travel chess/draughts set or similar. Let us know if you have one you would be willing to donate Contact Details
15th June 2024
First Aid Course
Did you notice we offered FREE First Aid Course to the residents of South Cerney on 15th August 2024?
There really wasn't a catch and it was open to all, lead by a qualified practitioner who wanted to give something back to the community.
Drop us an email at southcerneyhalls@southcerney.org.uk for more info or check.
FitActive - KateFit with Kate Bridgeman
FitActive for all women who deserve some ‘Me Time’ and suitable for all fitness levels.
Every MONDAY 10.45am - contact me at contact details
11 June 2024
Pickle Ball Local Donation
We would love to thank local resident Ruth Baillie and her family for generously donating a Pickleball net, paddles and balls for our new Pickleball programme at Fenton's. We are delighted! 😊👏
Email us for more details about Pickleball on southcerneyhalls@southcerney.org.uk
17th May 2024
South Cerney Show
The South Cerney Show Committee is excited to share the new poster for the 107th South Cerney Show which will be held on Saturday August 3rd and Sunday August 4th in the Village Hall.
Physical copies of the schedule, including entry forms are available from all the usual spots - The Co-op, The One Stop, Braii House Deli, The Laurels Pharmacy, Ewe Move and new this year, from the South Cerney Golf Club.
The digital entry form and show schedule downloads are a little further down the page.
Entries can be made by email or by paper copy. If you are entering by email (preferred!) please send the following information to southcerneyshow@gmail.com :
Name
Email address & phone number
Individual class entries in numerical order
Total number of entries
Childs name & date of birth
Parental email address & phone number
Children's class entries in numerical order
Total number of entries
NB. Children may also enter adult classes, with the information as given above for adults.
If entering by paper copy the address is on the entry form page 3 of the Show Schedule.
We can’t wait to see what this years’ entries will look like! Don’t forget the new class in the baking category - the “Showstopper Cake” (theme of “A Country Garden” ) and photography topics to get you thinking ahead of time :
• Hedgerow
• Insect
• Yellow/Gold
• Clouds
• Urban Skyline (black and white)
• Pet (open to children 16 and under)
The committee are still looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our vibrant committee, so if you are interested do get in touch with Cathy Jackson - cathymjjackson@yahoo.com 07812 462381
Finally, please note that we now have our very own Facebook and Instagram pages for the show to share photos and information - the handle is @southcerneyshow
entry form 2024.pdfFlower Show Schedule 2024 draft V2.pdf
Model Railway Exhibition
ln aid of Prostate Cancer UK.
Saturday 27th April 2024
Village Hall, School Lane South Cerney
10 am - 4 pm
Layouts from all over the South West will be on show and operating
Tea & cakes will be available throughout the day
Admission: Adults £5 (sorry no cards, cash only please) Children under 16 free but must be accompanied by an adult.
Zumba with Pippa
From 27th April you can Zumba with Pippa again at Fenton's! 9.30 - 10.30 am.
Village Hall AGM
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the South Cerney Village Hall (registered Charity Number 301615) will be held Tuesday 7th May at 7.30 pm in the Village Hall, School Lane, South Cerney GL7 5TZ
Members of the public are welcome to attend.
Village Hall website
l am Me Now - Childrens Yoga
A new class for Children on Friday afternoon at 4.30 pm for an hour. For information and booking contact:
Daria Kicyzyllo-Nugent email: iammenowyoga@hotmail.com Phone: 07732 529297
Lucy Locket Pop Up Books
A new date for the Usborne Lucy Locket Books Pop Up Stall at Fenton's.
Monday 11th March 10 am to 12 pm
(unfortunately due to a burst water main our previous date of 4th March had to be postponed)
Our Café Manager Shelleigh Bailey
Café Job Vacancy - Café Assistant
Café Assistant in South Cerney, Cirencester. Part-time hours. We are looking for the right person to work in Café@Fenton’s on a part-time basis, serving customers a range of hot & cold drinks plus cakes and snacks. The days & hours we are looking to recruit for are: Monday – Friday 10am-12noon. In addition to these hours some holiday and sickness cover will be required.
You will need to have great interpersonal skills, be able to work under pressure and above all have a happy demeanour. Previous barista experience would be an advantage, but not essential.
If you are interested in this position and are over the age of 18, please send a CV & email to southcerneyhalls@southcerney.org.uk.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Time for Me - Mini retreat
'Time for Me' mini retreat - Sun 24 March 10am - 1pm
In need of some time for yourself to reconnect, rebalance and renew? We'll be simply taking the time to come back home to ourselves, to nurture, stretch, relax, find gentle movement and some time to rest. A three-hour self-care retreat to reconnect mind, body and breath. Gentle yoga, breathwork, guided relaxation, restorative yoga with blankets, cushions, eye pillows, singing bowl, chimes and a chance to find space and peace, alone but together, in the wonderful Fenton's Community Centre in South Cerney with parking, beautiful light and a heated floor to keep us warm! £35. Gift vouchers available. Please contact me to book your space see here Yoga - Caroline .
Mini Groovers
New class at Fenton's for Mini Groovers ages 2-3 years old. Wednesdays 10.45-11.30 am. 5 weeks course £30.
Musical instruments, ribbons, dancing, parachute games and action songs.
Run by Pippa (Fitness with Pippa) to book see the Facebook page and DM Mini Groovers
Cafe Opening Times March 2024.docxChange to Café@Fenton's Opening Hours
Join us in our community café - Café@Fenton's - for Rave coffee, Clipper teas, water and soft drinks (oat milk available). Cake, traybakes, brownies, pastries, croissants, toast, toasted tea cakes and biscuits. Our millionaires shortbread and flapjacks are gluten free.
We are open 9 am to 1 pm Monday to Saturday all year around and also, term time only, 3 to 6 pm on Mondays and Thursday. We have a 5* food hygiene rating. Seating available indoors and outdoors. In term time pop in after the school run!
Please note that we are no longer open on Friday afternoons.
Good Vibrations Mind Body & Soul Retreat
Excited to announce this one day Conscious Reconnection retreat for women at Fenton's on Sunday 21st April with stillness, movement, silence, sound, rest, relaxation and a wonderful GONG BATH to finish the day. Lunch, tea, coffee and cake included. A day of nurture, self-care and good vibrations.
More details of one and two day retreats can be found at www.consciousreconnection.net.
Please get in touch with Caroline Contact to book your place. Gift vouchers available. £95.
Royal British Legion
The RBL had a total of 24 at our weekly Coffee Morning today with some new faces. Come and join us, no need to be a member, just turn up and enjoyed the warm welcome and banter.
We meet every Thursday morning from 10.30 am at Fenton's Community Centre
Stott Pilates
You cannot be efficiently mobile if you're inefficiently stable!
Do you want dynamic stability and mobility? If so, come and join this STOTT Pilates class where you learn the 6 basic principles for the foundation of your Pilates practice. By applying the framework of the 'what', the 'why' and the 'how' of the principles, this brings about postural alignment, joint stability, movement and flexibility.
Pilates has no boundaries, it's a form of exercise that everyone can do!
Contact Carole Stott Pilates - Carole
PICKLEBALL SUNDAYS
After a successful pilot, we are offering Pickleball sessions for the next few Sundays: 28th Jan, 1st, 4th, 11th and 18th Feb
3 sessions each Sunday 9.30-10.30am, 10.30-11.30am and 11.30-12.30pm
Introductory offer of £1 per person per session to be paid on the day. 8 spaces available per session. First come, first served.
The court will be set up and bats and balls provided but no coach will be on site.
Sign up on the list at Café@Fenton's in the Fenton's building to secure your place or email southcerneyhalls@southcerney.org.uk to secure your place!
Please be aware, these sessions are currently for adults only. If you are interested in children's sessions then please let us know and will look into accommodating this.
To see what Pickleball is and has to offer see YouTube video
Galentines Night Party
Ladies night out at the Village Hall Saturday 10th February! Organised by Camilla Lewington
info@camillalewington.com
For tickets scan the QR code in the poster
Table Top Sale
Table Top Sale Saturday 27th January 10am - 12 noon at South Cerney Village Hall. Sellers from 9am.
Entrance: Adults £1 children FREE. Tables £5 and will be provided.
Lots of preloved and outgrown toys, clothes and household items for sale!
To book a table or for more information contact Tors on 07815 138403 or mightyminis.group@gmail.com
We are dog friendly at Fenton's
We welcome all quiet and well-behaved dogs at Café@Fenton's.
Before bringing your furry friend to meet us, please read through our doggy guidelines below and ensure you follow these at all times. Thank you in advance.
Please keep you dog on a short lead and under control at all times
Please keep your dog off the furniture
Please respect other customers
Management reserve the right to ask customers to leave if their dog is disturbing the comfort of other customers.
Dog owners accept full responsibility and liability for any damage to property/persons injured by their dog
New class at Fenton's.
Fit4Life Tai Chi Qigong Stances for health benefits which include strength, balance and mindfulness
Contact: Denise Nethercott d.nethercott@btinternet.com 07909 874186
Did you get to our Christmas Fair?
It was a great success! See our video on Facebook xmas fair video fb
Mini Retreat
In need of some stretching, resting, healing and relaxing?
A three-hour self-care retreat to nurture and heal our body, heart and soul. Gentle yoga, breathwork, guided relaxation, restorative yoga with blankets, cushions, eye pillows, singing bowl, chimes and a chance to have a peaceful Saturday afternoon to yourself.
In the wonderful Fenton's Community Centre in South Cerney with parking and a heated floor to keep us warm. limited availability. £35. Gift vouchers available. Please contact me to book your space Yoga Caroline Brookes
