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East Berks Scrabble Club

2 November 2010, 10:44 pm
East Berks Scrabble Club

Crowthorne, Berkshire ~ Leisure
Scrabble Club

About us:

Do you enjoy a good game of Scrabble? Are you looking to learn a bit more about the game? Do you want to stop annoying friends and family with arguments over whether AARRGHH is actually a word? Do you yearn to play ZYZZYVAS across two triple-word squares?

East Berks Scrabble Club is always open to new members, and we’d love to have you along to try out one of our game nights. We have a few games of Scrabble, and coffee and biscuits and a chat. For the competitively-minded among you, we run league and knockout competitions within the club at different times of year, and we also have members who represent the club in teams in a local league or who go along to play individually at tournaments across the country.

We meet on Thursday evenings at 7:30, at St Sebastian’s Pavilion (by the Tennis and Cricket Clubs), on Nine Mile Ride in Crowthorne. There is no commitment to come every week, nor even for the whole evening (you can come later or finish earlier). Feel free to come along and see how you like it. If you’d like a bit of a chat about the club, please call the secretary Charlotte Ward. We look forward to seeing you there.

Contact Details:

East Berks Scrabble Club
St Sebastians Pavilion
St Sebastian’s Close
Crowthorne
Berkshire
RG40 3XA

Telephone: 01344 484914

Filed under Crowthorne & Sandhurst, Leisure.
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Theravadan Meditation Group

23 January 2009, 7:11 pm
Theravadan Meditation Group

Maidenhead, Berkshire ~ Leisure
Theravadan Buddhist Meditation instruction and shared practice.

About us:

Amidst the business of modern family life, we try to practise meditation!

We like to share this practise on a Thursday evening at 7.30-9pm, and on a Monday morning at 9.30-11am.

Our large garage has been partially converted into a meditation space. We are regular visitors to a Theravadan buddhist monastery near Berkhampstead and we have occasional visits from a monk or nun to our group.

Our practise includes brief chanting (no obligation to join in) followed by sitting meditation mostly in silence but with some guidance if appropriate. Then there is a chance to talk and ask questions. The meditation techniques (eg. observing the body and breath) are otherwise known as Insight or Mindfulness meditation.

Beginners are very welcome and can be accommodated into a normal meeting. It is best to wear loose and warm clothing. There is no fee. Please phone before your first visit as we occasionally have to cancel meetings.

Contact Details:

Theravadan Meditation Group
147 Whyteladyes Lane
Cookham Rise
Maidenhead
Berkshire
SL6 9LF

Telephone: 01628 810083

Filed under Leisure, Maidenhead.
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Airobilia

19 November 2008, 7:46 pm
Airobilia

Sandhurst, Berkshire ~ Leisure
The ultimate site for aviation memorabilia

About us:

It has long been my ambition to open a web site dedicated to aviation memorabilia. I have now been lucky enough not only to do this, but also have published two books and avaiation calendars for 2009, all shown on the web site. My first book and calendars are dedicated to ‘Court Line Aviation’ who ceased operating in 1974. Followed by ‘Luton Airport’ which shows airlines and aircraft of ‘yesteryear’. In addition to these I am building up my ‘Rummage Hold’ which has some unique and sought after aviation memorabilia for sale.

Contact Details:

Airobilia
4 Long Mickle
Sandhurst
Berkshire
GU47 8QW

Telephone: 07784 146474

Filed under Crowthorne & Sandhurst, Leisure.
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The Old Shire Horse Centre

20 April 2008, 12:46 pm
The Old Shire Horse Centre

Maidenhead, Berkshire ~ Leisure
Craft Village, Animal Farm, Toy Museum & Coffee Shop. Great day out

About us:

The Old Shire Horse Centre Craft Village & Animal Farm. Set in the intimate surroundings of the former Courage Brewery shire horse stables, the centre offers a day out with a difference.

The Craft Village offers a fascinating range of craft studios & shops. Visitors can watch our crafts men & women at work; try their hand at jewellery creation, card making or pottery painting in one of our workshops; or shop for a special memento from the distinctive array of unique handmade products.

Our Animal Farm gives visitors the opportunity to interact with & learn more about our furry & feathered friends. They can take time to get to know our rare Alpacas, the goats William & Archie as well as the pigs, ponies & sheep. Chat with Cocky the Cockatoo, find out what we feed the peacocks & cuddle our pets, in the enclosed petting area

Entrance to the Animal Farm includes access to Granny’s Toy Collection (a toy museum, with toys from around the world) and our play area featuring a bouncy castle & family picnic area.

Set in the heart of the Craft Village, our café offers a delicious range of homemade food. Linger over a light lunch of fresh soups, salads or sandwiches or savour one of our tempting cakes for morning coffee or afternoon tea.

The Old Shire Horse Centre can cater for groups and special events. Open Monday – Saturday 9.30 – 5, Sunday 10 – 4. Closed on Wednesday.

Contact Details:

The Old Shire Horse Centre
Bath Road
Littlewick Green
Maidenhead
Berkshire
SL6 3QA

Telephone: 01628 828801

Filed under Leisure, Maidenhead.
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The Look Out Discovery Centre

15 November 2007, 9:58 pm
The Look Out Discovery Centre

Brackenll, Berkshire ~ Leisure
Hands-on science fun for the whole family!

About us:

The Look Out Discovery Centre in Bracknell is a great day out for all ages, whatever the weather! The main attraction is an exciting hands-on, interactive science and nature exhibition that offers over 80 bright and fun filled exhibits in five themed zones; Light and Colour, Sound and Communication, Forces and Movement, Woodland and Water and Body and Perception. Come and launch the hot air balloon, freeze your shadow on the wall or climb through our giant mole hole.

In the surrounding 1,000 hectares of Crown Estate woodland, visitors can enjoy nature walks, cycle trails, a picnic area and a children’s play area. With child and adult mountain bike hire (or bring your own), Coffee Shop, Gift Shop and Tourist Information Centre.

The Look Out is open daily from 10am – 5pm. From the M3, take junction 3, from the M4 take junction 10. Look out for the brown tourist signs. The Look Out is opposite Coral Reef along Nine Mile Ride. Parking is free.

Contact Details:

The Look Out Discovery Centre
Nine Mile Ride
Brackenll
Berkshire
RG12 7QW

Telephone: 01344 354400

Filed under Bracknell, Leisure.
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Littlewick Green Show Society

9 April 2007, 4:49 pm
Leisure

Maidenhead, Berkshire ~ Leisure
A Show for all the Family

About us:

The Littlewick Green Show Society presents and promotes the annual Littlewick Show each August Bank Holiday Monday. Its purpose is to bring together for one day horticultural, farming, rural and other craft skills, amusements, sideshows, sales and promotional stalls. It gives opportunities to local Charities to take up fundraising stalls and/or information outlets. It provides general show events, exhibitions, competitions and entertainment open to the public for its participation or simple spectating or viewing. The Society is a non-profit making body and any surplus income, after the deduction of promotional and other expenses as provided for by its Aims and Rules, is distributed by way of donation and/or grant aid to charitable organisations in Maidenhead and District as may be decided upon by the Committee of Management at its discretion.

Contact Details:

Littlewick Green Show Society
18 Pinkneys Road
Maidenhead
Berkshire
SL6 5DH

Telephone: 01628 630622

Our Website

Filed under Leisure, Maidenhead.
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Rotary Club of Crowthorne & Sandhurst

1 February 2007, 10:24 pm
Rotary Club of Crowthorne & Sandhurst

Crowthorne ~ Leisure
The main objective of Rotary is service — in the community and throughout the world.

About us:

Meets Wednesday evenings 7:30 for 8:00pm

Rotarians — men and women alike — volunteer their efforts to improve the quality of life in their own communities and beyond their communities’ borders. The world’s Rotary clubs meet weekly and are non-political, non-religious, and open to all cultures, races, and creeds. Club membership represents a cross-section of local business and professional leaders.

Rotarians initiate community projects that address many of today’s most critical issues, such as violence, drug abuse, youth, AIDS, hunger, the environment, and illiteracy. Rotary clubs are autonomous and determine service projects based on local needs.

Contact Details:

Rotary Club of Crowthorne & Sandhurst
East Berkshire Golf Club
Ravenswood Avenue
Crowthorne
Berkshire
RG45 6BD

Telephone: 0844 8732279

Filed under Crowthorne & Sandhurst, Leisure.
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