The following tables give a wide variety of clubs, societies and activities that occur in Fordingbridge and surrounding areas on a regular basis. If you would like to add an entry for a group that is based in Fordingbridge or the Surrounding Villages, please go to our Advertise FREE page.
| Monday |
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Fordingbridge |
Handbell Ringers
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Weekly |
Come along to one of our friendly practice sessions. Ability to read music helps but not necessary. Contact: 01425 652103 or 652769 |
Alderholt |
Alderholt Short Mat Bowls Club |
Weekly (except Bank Holidays) |
We are a social group and we would welcome new members. We hold in house competitions and visit other local clubs to play on a friendly basis. Parking is easy and we offer an enjoyable game of bowls. Club equipment is available. Why not give it a try.
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Damerham |
Happy Hearts Exercise Class |
Weekly (except 3rd Monday of the month) |
Fun and enjoyable exercise, specialising in looking after the heart, exercise in a controlled, progressive and fully supervised way to uplifting music and see many a smile and much laughter. Fully qualified instructor.
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Sandleheath |
Hyde Training Band |
Weekly in school term times |
A brass band for beginners or more experienced players from 8 years to 80 years; we offer professional tuition and free loan of a brass instrument, and encourage new players to progress into the senior Hyde Band.
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Sandleheath |
Hyde Band |
Weekly |
A thriving first section contesting brass band, we regularly play concerts and other engagements in the locality, and welcome new players to join us.
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Fordingbridge |
Avon WI
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Monthly - 2nd Monday |
Monthly Speaker / Activities / Discussions Contact: Anne, 01425 655192 |
Fordingbridge |
Sounds Like Fun! - Singing Group |
Weekly during term time |
A group of people ALL with a passion for music and desire to sing......but no talent necessary! Wide variety of abilities so you will NOT feel the odd one out...we promise! Come along for a trial session and then join us for a term. Contact: Roz, 07962 272931 |
Fordingbridge |
Zumba Fitness |
Weekly |
Zumba® dance fitness classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before participants know it, they’re getting fit and their energy levels are soaring! There’s no other fitness class like a Zumba® Fitness-Party. It’s easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating. Come and give it a try! Please wear comfortable, non-restrictive clothing which allows appropriate cooling for the body. Footwear – aerobics shoes, cross trainers, jazz shoes. And make sure you bring a bottle of water or sports drink. See you there :) £4 a class, pay as you go, no need to book Please note : Children aged 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry, no under 12's! Contact: Jeanette Hocking, 07760 450282, jeanette-zumbafit@hotmail.co.uk |
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Damerham
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Damerham Flower Club
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Monthly - 3rd Monday | Contact: Area Secretary Mary Defty Tel: 01329 310 438 Email: info@wessexandjerseyflowers.co.uk |
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Fordingbridge |
Monthly - Last Monday | Contact: David Melbourne (Secretary). Tel: 01425 655235, Email: david.awdford@btopenworld.com | |
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Fordingbridge |
Fordingbridge Flower Club
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Monthly - first Monday(except January and August) | Visitors always welcome |
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Fordingbridge
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Monthly - 2nd Monday | The Society promotes interest in all aspects of local and National History | |
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Fordingbridge |
Badminton Club
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Weekly | All welcome - Feel free to just turn up |
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Fordingbridge |
Keep Fit
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Weekly | Lose it to Music! Full body workout for fitness and fun |
| Hyde |
Scottish Dancing |
Weekly - Resuming 5th September 2011 | New members welcome. Contact: Dick Scot, 01425 653248 |
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Fordingbridge
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Fordingbridge Netball Club
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Weekly | We are a group of ladies ranging in age (12+) and ability (no need to be fit) who get to together to play netball for fun and fitness once a week.
Contact: Becky Bowers, 07969 813159, beckyboo@rebeccabowers.wannadoo.co.uk |
| Tuesday |
Fordingbridge |
Yoga: Gentle Exercise |
Weekly |
Yoga and gentle exercise classes result in extra flexibility, strength and concentration and offer a safe way to keep your body and mind healthy. Contact: Val Stewart, 01425 652204 |
Fordingbridge |
Alzheimer's Society |
2nd Tuesday of the month |
Support Group for people with dementia and their carers, family and friends. Refreshments available. Contact: Kathleen Gillett 07590 000969, kathleen.gillett@alzheimers.org.uk |
Fordingbridge |
Alzheimer's Society |
4th Tuesday of the month |
Music Group for people with dementia, their carers, friends and family. Contact: Kathleen Gillett 07590 000969, kathleen.gillett@alzheimers.org.uk |
Hyde |
Fitness Class |
Weekly during term time |
Overcome the daily stresses and strains placed on the back by today's lifestyle with gentle exercise to help posture mobility and strength. Professionally qualified tutor Contact: Moya Botterill 01202 861601 |
Fordingbridge |
Fordingbridge Embroidery Club |
Monthly - 1st Tuesday |
Novices and experts welcome. Contact: Pam, 01425 652103 |
Fordingbridge |
1st Fordingbridge Scouts
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Weekly |
Led by volunteer adults and Leaders, we provide Scouting activities for boys and girls from 6 to 14 years. Cub Scouts on Tuesday evenings. Beaver Scouts on Wednesday evenings. Scouts on Friday evening, plus weekend camps and activities. Contact: Tony Parker on email scouting@fordingbridge.com |
Fordingbridge |
Fordingbridge Transition Group 7.30pm |
Monthly - 1st Tuesday | As a group we are in the early stages of becoming established. Our goals are very closely linked to the Transition Movement. |
Fordingbridge |
Fordingbridge Bridge Club |
Weekly |
If you enjoy playing bridge,then join our friendly club. 1st and 3rd weeks: Rubber, 2nd and 4th weeks Duplicate Contact: Sue Hughes, 01425 657795 |
Fordingbridge |
Fordingbridge Rotary Club
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Weekly |
We're a small, friendly, club of less than 40 members - men and women from the Fordingbridge / Alderholt / Downton area. We are a part of Rotary International, which is the world's largest service organisation for business and professional people. Contact: Colin Ritchie, 01425 655877 |
| Wednesday |
Fordingbridge |
Jumping Beans Toddlers
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Weekly during term time |
Jumping Beans actively encourages ideas, suggestions and comments from both carers and children. A range of toys and activities are provided each week to provide a stimulating environment for children to play with friends (and make new ones) and enable carers to socialise too. Session Information Sessions include lots of free play and table top activities/crafts to try. Sessions end with singing. Children are provided healthy snacks and carers can get a hot ‘cuppa’ and biscuit.
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Fordingbridge |
Yoga: Adult Learning |
Weekly during term time |
Tuition is given on the principle components of Hatha Yoga, including posture work, breathing practices, relaxation, concentration and Yoga philosophy. Developing skills, knowledge and understanding. New members are always welcome. Contact: Lesley Hopkins, BWY Di, 01425 653330 |
Alderholt |
Alzheimer's Society |
2nd Tuesday of the month |
Drop in group for people with dementia, their carers, friends and family. Run in conjunction with Carers Together and Alderholt Chapel. Contact: Kathleen Gillett 07590 000969, kathleen.gillett@alzheimers.org.uk |
Fordingbridge |
Fordingbridge & District U3A
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Monthly - 3rd Wednesday |
Fordingbridge & District U3A was launched in January 2010 and now has over 100 members with 25 active groups. Speakers at monthly meeting entertain members with a variety of interesting, amusing and informative subjects. Contact: Peter Woollett, 01425 655490 |
Alderholt |
Ladies Badminton |
Weekly (but not 1st week of the month) |
A group of about eight ladies who enjoy the game of badminton in a spacious hall once a week. Not too competative but the emphasis on fun with a little exercise. New members will be welcome.
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Damerham |
Anyone Can acT (ACT) |
Weekly during term time |
Friendly acting classes for children
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Damerham |
Anyone Can acT (ACT) |
Weekly during term time |
Friendly acting classes for children
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Damerham |
Anyone Can acT (ACT) |
Weekly during term time |
Friendly acting classes for children
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Damerham |
Martin and Damerham W.I. |
Monthly - 2nd Wednesday |
Friendly small W.I. who enjoy, good speakers, good food and meeting together. Members who belong come from all around the Fordingbridge area. You will be given a warm welcome, Come and join us soon!!
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Fordingbridge |
Fordingbridge Camera Club
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Two-Weekly |
We are a friendly, go-ahead club. We embrace both digital and traditional forms of photography. Workshops are also arranged by members to enable/encourage the development of skills in particular aspects of their hobby. New members and visitors are always welcome. Contact: Tom Gelleburn, 01725 518448 or email hon-sec@fordingbridgecameraclub.org.uk |
Fordingbridge |
1st Fordingbridge Scouts
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Weekly |
Led by volunteer adults and Leaders, we provide Scouting activities for boys and girls from 6 to 14 years. Cub Scouts on Tuesday evenings. Beaver Scouts on Wednesday evenings. Scouts on Friday evening, plus weekend camps and activities. Contact: Tony Parker on email scouting@fordingbridge.com |
Fordingbridge |
Fordingbridge Choral Society
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Weekly |
Membership of the Society is open to all who enjoy singing. At the moment there are particular vacancies for first soprano and bass voices in the choir, and the conductor would welcome any reasonably skilled sight singers in this department. Come and give us a try! Contact: Mrs. Pat Crocker, 01425 654372. or Email: crocker742@btinternet.com. |
Fordingbridge |
(previously The Victoria Players) |
Monthly - 1st Wednesday |
If you interested in joining us come along and introduce yourself - you will be very welcome Contact: fordingbridgeplayers@gmail.com |
| Thursday |
Fordingbridge |
Rugby Tots |
Weekly |
A weekly play session for children between the ages of two and seven. Separated into three age groups, Rugbytots combines the multiple skills used in rugby with fun, energetic and structured play programme designed to enhance your child's social and physical skills. Contact: 0845 3133244, email: southhants@rugbytots.co.uk |
Fordingbridge |
Hartbeeps |
Weekly during term time |
Fran welcomes you and your baby/toddler to Hartbeeps a Baby & Toddler Music, Interactive Play and Sensory Class with cuddly characters, beautiful props, magical lighting effects and fun, fun, fun all the way. Please email or call Fran for further information.
Contact: Fran Phillips 07960 537445, email: fran@hartbeeps.com |
Stuckton |
Stuckton Evangelical Congregational Church |
Monthly - 3rd Thursday |
Café Church: come and enjoy a cuppa and biscuit/cake - YOU will be welcome. There is a short time of prayer for the local area, and often a speaker. Contact: Mrs Sheila Wort 01425 653111 |
Hyde |
Hyde & Frogham W.I. |
Monthly - 2nd Thursday |
There is a thriving Women's Institute in the village, open to all women over the age of 16, offering opportunities for friendship and working together to improve the quality of life in the community and to join in a wide range of activities. Visitors are always made welcome. Contact: The Secretary 01425 655519 |
Fordingbridge |
Fordingbridge Quilters |
Twice Monthly - 1st and 3rd Thursdays |
Have you always wanted to try patchwork or quilting but never quite got round to it? Come along to one of our meetings where you will be able to make a small trial piece to take home with you. We will supply everything you need. We are a small, friendly group and sometimes we spend more time chatting and laughing than sewing!
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Ringwood |
2nd and 4th Thursday |
We are a social club for blind and visually impaired persons living in the Ringwood and Fordingbridge areas. We offer a chance for members to meet and socialise, with speakers, entertainers and quizzes. We also have home visiting team for housebound members.
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Fordingbridge |
Fordingbridge W.I.
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Monthly: 4th Thursday |
One of two Institutes in the Town we have a lively and active membership. Besides our programme of speakers there are many activities including monthly walks, mainly in the nearby New Forest, with a convivial lunch following the exertions. See website for contacts |
Fordingbridge |
Wiggle and Giggle
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Weekly |
This is a parent/carer and little one under 3 yrs group. Time to relax , enjoy fresh brewed coffee, home made cake and chat with new friends! This is not a 'club' and therefore you can come along any time between 3-4.30pm and its not necessary to come every week! There is safe play for little ones, sometimes a craft, singing and a book corner. Everyone VERY welcome Contact: Roz on 07909 711 886 or email: office@newlifefordingbridge.com |
Fordingbridge |
Happy Tappers |
Weekly |
We are a small group of 'mature' ladies who meet at Avonway for an hour of fun and exercise. Laughter is obligatory. We are always hoping for new members to join our group. Contact: Doreen Houghton, 01425 653079 |
Fordingbridge |
Yoga Class |
Weekly. 10 week course starting Jan 12th 2012 |
Yoga for beginners to intermediate. Gentle, flexing, stretching, unwinding and de-stressing. Contact: Frank Markham, 07960 990771, admin@HolisticBodyTraining.co.uk |
Damerham |
Weekly |
Revitalising Yoga has been specifically developed to increase flexibility, range of motion, strengthen and relaxation using a flowing sequence of easy to follow postures that lengthen and relax the body. Contact: Elvira or David, 01425 272520, damerhamleisure@aol.com |
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Godshill |
English Country Dancing |
Weekly |
We are a small group who have 2 hours of fun and exercise including a cup of coffee, a chocolate biscuit, some dancing and a jolly good giggle. New members are very welcome and we are rather desperate for men!
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Fordingbridge |
RAF Association Branch No. 1321 |
Monthly: 4th Thursday |
We meet for interesting talks, social evenings and friendship. Open to all ex Raf and friends Contact: Bob Moffat, 01425 654434 |
Sandleheath |
Knit and Natter 7.30pm - 9.30pm |
Last Thursday of the month | All knitters / crochet / sewers welcome. A very friendly group of mixed ages and abilities meet for lots of chat and creativity. Knitting our own projects and for charity. Come along and bring your knitted project or if you need some help getting started , there's people on hand to help out. Any craft welcome knitting, crochet, sewing, felting etc always lots of natter plus refreshments. (£1 to cover costs)
Contact: Daisy Summers daisysummers@tiscali.co.uk |
Ibsley |
Ibsley & District Horticultural Society | Monthly - Last Thursday | Contact: Bren or Terry, 01425 653834 |
Hyde |
Hyde Climate Change Group |
Monthly - 2nd Thursday |
Public meetings are held every other month, often with an expert speaker, followed by questions, discussion and coffee. Contact: Mary Harrison, 01425 656680 or Email: mary.harrison@dsl.pipex.com |
Hyde |
Traditional Aikido Club
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Weekly |
Physical and spiritual development. Self defence and weapons training. All ages welcome. Contact: John, 01425 655194 |
Fordingbridge |
Fordingbridge Society
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See website |
We are a civic society which is affiliated to the Civic Trust and we hope to encourage high standards of planning and architecture in both the Town and the surrounding villages. These include the preservation, protection and improvement of features of public interest. We also keep members informed about the local environment. Contact: Sara Winteridge, 01425 654426 |
| Friday |
Fordingbridge |
Pottery |
Weekly |
A very friendly and informal group who get together to hand build and glaze their own unique ceramics Contact: Penny Clarke, 01425 657474 |
Alderholt |
Alderholt Short Mat Bowls Club |
Weekly |
We are a social group and we would welcome new members. We hold in house competitions and visit other local clubs to play on a friendly basis. Parking is easy and we offer an enjoyable game of bowls. Club equipment is available. Why not give it a try.
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Fordingbridge |
Belly Dancing |
Weekly | Contact: 01425 652706 Email: enquiries@avonway.org |
Fordingbridge |
1st Fordingbridge Scouts
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Weekly |
Led by volunteer adults and Leaders, we provide Scouting activities for boys and girls from 6 to 14 years. Cub Scouts on Tuesday evenings. Beaver Scouts on Wednesday evenings. Scouts on Friday evening, plus weekend camps and activities. Contact: Tony Parker on email scouting@fordingbridge.com |
Sandleheath |
Hyde Band |
Weekly |
A thriving first section contesting brass band, we regularly play concerts and other engagements in the locality, and welcome new players to join us.
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Fordingbridge |
Table Tennis |
Weekly | Contact: 01425 652706 Email: enquiries@avonway.org |
| Saturday |
Fordingbridge |
Fordingbridge Drawing Group |
Please contact for dates |
A well established life drawing class. Many practical aspects & principles are explored to develop and extend members drawing skills through working from the model. The group works in a stimulating atmosphere with tuition and guidance from an experienced artist and tutor. Contact: Mike Bragg, 01425 475748 |
| Sunday |
Fordingbridge |
Fordingbridge Art Club
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Monthly 1st Sunday |
We are a small, friendly art group and are here to help and encourage all no matter what age. We enjoy demos from professional artists. We encourage beginners and artists who are intereted in painting in any medium. We also hold an exhibition of members' works every summer in the Town Hall. Contact: Mrs Joy Dickens (Chairman), 01794 390295 or e-mail: joy@forestmoods.co.uk |
Fordingbridge |
Weekly (along with mid-week meetings too!) |
We are an all-age local church made up of people from a wide spectrum of life in Fordingbridge and the surrounding area. We seek to teach, understand and understand the whole message of the bible - showing us how to be re-connected with God, which is the most vital need for everyone in our modern world. Our desire to share this goes beyond this locality, and we have a heart for this nation and other nations beyond our own. A church is NOT a building but a church IS people. Contact: Roz, 07909 711886 |
