Westerleigh EVENTS      

21 December 2009. Carols around the tree

At 6.30 pm, and then into the New Inn to warm up.

Past Events (2009)

14 November 2009. Travel Scrabble evening

Des Gray hosted the Neighbourhood Watch Autumn social event “TRAVEL SCRABBLE”, which proved to be another evening of fierce competition and fun. Whilst some Residents were “Scrabbling” around searching for words, others had very little trouble gaining lots of points to get into the top spots for prizes. Team ’P&B’ (Pat & Brian Mills) finished in 3^rd place, ‘Rooster’ (Ann Lock & Jim Croft) were runners-up and ‘Stickleback’ (Kathy & Patrick Mills) were the top team.
The event was made more enjoyable by the excellent cold plate supper provided by the sole efforts enjoyed of Julie Morse. Whilst we were waiting for the winners to be announced and presentation of prizes, a Raffle was held for funds to support the Village Hall maintenance.

31 October 2009. Halloween evening

Warming soups and lovely desserts in the Village Hall in aid of the Hall Management Committee funds. Lots of great costumes and lots of children. The final of the Great Conker Competition was declared and honourable draw, between Els Gosling and Rich Danby.

27 June 2009. Boules and BBQ

What a difference a year makes after the poor weather of last year. On this occasion the Boules & BBQ event was held in warm sunshine and was supported by many players and quite a few spectators and all taking part in what turned out to be a very enjoyable evening. As well as the boules, the younger ones enjoyed the other games – football goals, croquet and garden darts. The food - plenty of excellent burgers, sausages, onions, baps & rolls and the usual condiments - was all nicely cooked by Rob Cole, ably assisted by Julie Morse.

Ten teams competed, all in a fun and a very sporting manner. At least, Roy Carey who was adjudicating said that he didn’t have to issue any red or yellow cards. Just look at the photographs taken by Howard Rayner. Eve Carey looked after the paperwork and noted the scores and who played whom. The semi-finals were between Spice Girls, who beat The Swifts (9-4), and F-Woods, who beat last year’s champions Kenmare (9-2). In the final, in fading light, the winners and Champions for 2009, F-Woods beat the Spice Girls (9-3). The team players in the final were Jean Powell, Tina Scott and Kim Hendley for Spice Girls and Chris & Jenny Forester-Wood were the Champions for 2009.

4 April 2009. Murder mystery

Based on an Amateur dramatic production, and written by Rob Cole. It was held at the Cornerways nursery, with a hot two course supper. What a great evening - well supported.

Past Events (2008)

22 December 2008. Carols around the Tree.

About 100 villagers met on the village green to sing carols, accompanied by the Westerleigh Band, and the Westerleigh belles (handbells). Afterwards, complimentary mince pies and mulled wine were available in the New Inn, courtesy of Stuart and Carol.

15 November 2008. Beetle Drive.

The Neighbourhood Watch held a Beetle Drive and American Supper.
Winners of the adult's prize were the Road Runners (Martin and Janet) and the under-16's prize was again won by M & S (Molly and Sophie).

5 October 2008

Harvest Festival Celebration at St James Church with the Westerleigh Band. The produce was auctioned afterwards at the Olde Inne.

25- 27 July 2008. Flower Festival.

At St James Church - to celebrate marriage, with the Frampton Male Voice Choir.

21 June 2008. Boules and BBQ.

The boules competition was won by Kenmare (Mary and Bernard Connelly) with Alison and Steve Howard as runners-up. Great food cooked by Jenny and Chris Forrester-Wood, but the weather was not kind. Photos here and here.

1 June 2008. Church service.

Blessing of animals at St James Church. See photo here.

10 May 2008. Plant sale.

At the Village Hall, with a cake stall.

19 April 2008. Treasure Hunt.

It wasn't the best of weather, but about 35 villagers struggled out to identify the 44 photos of village features. Nobody got them all, but the youngsters found about 35 and won the prizes. Great support from the village stalwarts, who provided cakes, tea and coffee and supplied the prizes. Thanks to Des Gray for his enthusiasm in pulling it altogether.

15 March 2008. Easter Fair.

At the Village Hall. Easter Egg Raffle, cake stall, tombola etc.

23 February 2008. Lent Lunch

At St James church.

Past Events (2007)

23 December 2007. St James Carol Service.

In St James the Great church

17 December 2007. Carols on the Green.

The event took place with Chris Verey leading the carols to the accompaniment of the Westerleigh Brass Band. The Westerleigh Belles gave their accomplished hand-bell performance. Our thanks to Graham and Beverley for the refreshment ithey provided in the New Inn, and for the "snowstorm" during the carols.
The Christmas Lights competition was won by Nick Phelps and family at No 4 Mill Crescent.

28 November 2007.

The Westerleigh Residents'Association AGM was held in the Village Hall. Eve Carey was elected as Chairman and Treasurer, and Julie Morse as Secretary. Committee members for 2007 / 8 are Rob Cole, Jean Powell, Howard Rayner, Dave Tyson, Debbie Smith and Bob Taylor.

19 November 2007.

See pictures here of the bulb planting 1, 2, the Buffaloes' Harvest Auction 1, 2, and the RAF St Athan Band. Read the newsletter for details.

10 November 2007.

Great fun was had at the Neighbourhood Watch Beetle Drive. How can people get so competitive over shaking a die and drawing insects? Eventual winners were Sophie and Molly, demonstrating the dexterity and speed of the younger generation.
Patrick and Julie produced a fantastic supper (bread, cheese, ham, scotch eggs, beetroot ....), with assistance from Eve and others. All this for only £3.00 - marvellous value. Look out for the next event.

26 August 2007. Village day.

2.30 pm on the Westerleigh sports field. A variety of stalls, a dog show, children's races and live music.

16 June 2007. BBQ and boules evening.

10 teams contested, and the prize was won by the Boons, proving that the youth of the village can beat the oldies at most things. Rob Cole and Brian Mills provided a splendid BBQ service. Thanks to Pat and Des for the organisation.

9 - 10 June 2007. Open gardens.

10 gardens in the village were open for viewing, and the weather was good. Also: plant sale, teas, raffle, exhibition in church.

There was also a Garden Service in the church on Sunday.

31 March 2007. Quiz.

The Westerleigh Neighbourhood Watch quiz evening was cancelled, as not enough tickets were sold.

Past Events (2006)

18 December. Carols around the tree.

Carols around the Christmas tree on the village green, and refreshments afterwards in the New Inn, with the kind support of the management. A presentation was made by Rev. Chris Verey to Ann Bass for the best Christmas lights in the village (see photo of presentation here). The prize for the best commercial property was won by Cornerways Nursery School.

20 December. Children's party.

A Christmas party for Junior School children and younger held in the Village Hall, between 4 and 6 pm. Parents came with snacks and games.

21 October. Games evening.

A board games evening, organised by Des Gray on behalf of Neighbourhood Watch, with Scrabble, Boggle, Ludo, Buckaroo, Jenga and Ali Baba was held at the Village Hall. A ploughman's supper was organised by June Ridd and Anne Taylor. There was much hilarity and spilling of wine when the donkey bucked and the Jenga towers fell, and the evening attracted an age range of under 10 to over 80. First prize went to Brian and Pat Mills, who had the good sense to play their joker on the Boggle round.
There is likely to be a repeat with different games, so if you have any ideas, contact Des on 01454 325178.

24 September. Harvest Festival at St James church.

Morning service, and a farewell presentation to Rev David Wilcox.

22 July. Sponsored walk.

In aid of Muscular Dystrophy relief.

From Eastville Park to Olde Inn, Westerleigh. Choice of 10 or 15 miles routes.

21 - 23 July. Art and crafts exhibition.

At St James church.

Paintings, pottery, wood-turning and carving, needlework.

Events: Tower tours, display of handbells, history walks.

3 July. Tulip Products presentation.

Mr Ian Humpage of Tulip Products (formerly Dalehead) gave a presentaion at the Village Hall about the Company, and answered questions from the floor.

10 June. BBQ and Boules evening.

Organised by the Neighbourhood Watch, and held on the playing fields, on a beautiful evening, with a BBQ organised by the Forrester-Woods.

Proceeds split with St James Church.

13 May. Plant sale.

The St James Plant sale again took place in the Village Hall. All kinds of plants were on sale and the villagers also supplied their excess plants, from division or cuttings. Tea and coffee and cake stall.

6 May. "Called to be Saints".

A West Country choir with 25 voices plus instruments, in St James church.

22 March. Village Plan meeting.

A meeting in the Village Hall listened to 3 guest speakers with experience of setting up Village Plans, and then established a Steering Group to move the plan to the next stage.

10 March. Gardeners' Question Time.

Presented by Westerleigh Neighbourhood Watch: George Alway of the Pucklechurch Gardening Society gave a talk, followed by a question and answer session. With light refreshments.

18 January. Illustrated talk .

Jenny Barnett spoke with slides, on Westonbirt Arboretum, its history and development.

Past events (2005)

19 December. Carol singing.

The carol singing around the Christmas tree took place on the green with both the brass band and the Westerleigh Belles (handbell ringers). The gathering then moved to the New Inn, where the proprietors kindly provided some Christmas snacks.

12 November. Murder mystery evening

Witches, wizards, schoolchildren and muggles turned up for the Murder Mystery evening at the Nusery School. Within minutes of the Headmaster starting his speech, he fell down poisoned with cyanide. Further mayhem ensued, and some glorious food was consumed, courtesy of Jenny and Chris Forrester-Wood, before the villain was uncovered. Photos here: 1, 2, 3, 4.

28 August. Westerleigh village fun day

Music, beer tent, stalls, events and much much more.
Raffle of new and unwanted items.
Cakes at the cream tea stall, and a Bring and Buy stall.

8 July. Cricket challenge.

Westerleigh Cricket Club versus the Chairman's XI (the Village). A 20-over match followed by a barbecue at the Olde Inne. After some big hitting by both sides, the Village won a very close contest.

20 April. Opening of the Quadrangle

Sovereign Housing Group has redeveloped this site, and two of the original four occupants have returning to live in the new homes, built in partnership with S Glos Council.

26 February. Beetle quiz

Contestants played each round in a different team. Glasses of wine and cheese in the interval. An interesting evening that encouraged villagers to mix, and get to know each other better. It was won by Steve Howard's team.

8 February. Pancake party

A thank you to everyone who took part in the St James 700 celebrations. Wine and pancakes in the church. Photos here 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 .

9 January. Tsunami Disaster Fund Auction

Organised by Maria and Robert Packer in the Olde Inn, it raised £1400, with a kind donation of £200 from the Westerleigh Lodge of the Buffalos. The raffle proceeds will follow. See a picture here

Past Events (2004)

23 December. Children's Christmas Party

Christmas party for children, junior school and younger, in the Village Hall from 4-6 pm.

20 December . Carols on the Green.

As with last year, the Carols were sung to the music of the Westerleigh Brass Band, with the Westerleigh Belles hand-ringers also performing. There was food laid on in the New Inn courtesy of the new landladies, and the prize for the best house Xmas decorations was won by No 4 Mill Crescent.

6 November. Great Western Chorus.

A magnificent concert by the 35-odd members of this group gave us an entertaining selection of songs sung in the barber-shop style. This was a very satisfying end to the 700th celebrations.

 
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