VILLAGE BINGO November 24th has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, we are very sorry.
Remember, December 16th 7.30pm for 8pm. special Chistmas Bingo in the Social Centre - an evening not to be missed. See you there.
Bromham WI next meeting in the Bromham Social Centre at 7.30pm on Wednesday 11th November - come along and learn how to make flowers from twigs, all you need is a very sharp small penknife and a board to cut on.
Visitors are always welcome and if you would like to become a member we would be delighted to see you.
Don't miss our fabulous Christmas meeting with David Martin who will be demonstrating superb Christmas flower arrangements. Bromham Social Centre on Wednedsay, December 9th doors open at 7.15pm for 8pm start. Tickets are £10 to include mulled wine and mince pies (or elderflower presse if you prefer).
There will be a Christmas raffle to include David's arrangements.
Tickets are selling very fast so do not miss out - phone Gloria Steed 01380 850255 to reserve yours. See Parish Magazine for further details.
Village Bingo - Bromham Social Centre - 7.30pm Tuesday, November 24h.
Christmas Village Bingo - Bromham Social Centre - 7.30pm Wednesday, December 16th, don't miss this one it is really special.
The Bromham and Rowde Monday Club was first set up in 1984, and so this year it has been running for 25 years. A Tea Party was held in August to celebrate this, and the Club’s many friends and supporters came along for tea and cakes. During the afternoon the Chairman Brian Amor spoke of the success of the Club over the years, and thanked all those who had contributed in so many ways. A large iced cake was then cut by the oldest member Greta Power, and enjoyed by everyone. Meanwhile a Bring and Buy table did a steady trade, and cups of tea and home made cakes were served.
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As the summer days trickle by, our Mondays remain a regular time for company and congenial chat, and enjoyment of Kevin’s delicious meals (which we have been having for two years now!) Quite a few have been missing whilst holidays are enjoyed, but most weeks we have remained over twenty in number. The hot languid sun filled days haven’t quite materialised as hoped, but at least it has been a comfortable temperature without huddling round radiators.
Also we were able to enjoy a game of skittles one week without getting too hot – and with Dave and Vic as team captains, a lively battle took place. Our activities have been particularly “active” recently, as another week we were introduced to new age Kurling by Trish Cowie from Age Concern. This is a simulation of real curling but without the ice, and the stones have ball bearing wheels underneath so they can be pushed along towards the target. There are also pushers so that they can be used either whilst seated or without bending down. We also had the chance to try ten pin bowling on the Wiisport, - good fun and will maybe give us a bit of street cred!
We have received a donation of £100 from Rowde Parish Council which is very welcome, and also we have recently received a personal donation of £50.
Of course our main fund raising event will be coming up before long, the annual Autumn Fair which will be held on October 10th this year in the Bromham Social Centre in the afternoon. Although we have received our grant from the Wiltshire Council, it does not cover our rising basic costs, and so we will be glad if our loyal supporters can join us again this year to help boost funds. We will have a good selection of stalls as usual, plus raffles and refreshments – and with any luck a fine afternoon.
If you’d like to join us on a Monday, do give me a ring, we’d love to see you. We can provide transport if you live in Bromham or Rowde.
Claire Ladd [Organiser]
THE MONDAY CLUB IS A COMMUNITY DAY CENTRE AND LUNCHEON CLUB FOR THE ELDERLY AND HOUSEBOUND RESIDENTS OF BROMHAM & ROWDE. IT IS GRANT AIDED THROUGH WILTSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL, AND SUPPORTED BY AGE CONCERN.
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MacMillan coffee morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support - held at The Cottage, Westbrook. This year it is being held on Friday, September 25th - 10.00am - 12.30pm - at The Cottage, Westbrook.
Many thanks, Gloria Steed.
BROMHAM PARISH COUNCIL
BROMHAM HAS A MISSING LINK
Sudden Cardiac Arrest can strike anyone, anytime, anywhere..
It has been recommended that a large village like ours needs at least 3 defibrillators. The Parish Council has agreed to purchase one to be sited at the Social Centre.
Each defibrillator and public access box cost approximately £1600.00. A committee to raise funds for 2 more is being set up.
Any group, club, pub or organization can sponsor a machine or help raise funds. A demonstration box and defibrillator will be on display on Carnival Day. Any group etc. who would like to have a familiarization session/talk or help to raise funds please contact the Clerk. TEL: 850874
Next meeting, 8th April, the talk will be 'English Manor House Gardens' - why not come along and join us, visitors are always welcome. Enjoy refreshments after the talk and a chat with your friends.
Gloria Steed
Bromham WI
On Tuesday 17 February the members travelled by coach to Bristol. Arriving in the city we were met by Mike Rowlands. Mike is a ‘Blue Badge’ guide and for the next two hours he conducted us around the city, all the while giving an insight into the history of the area. His commentary was both interesting and light hearted. The tour ended at the Clifton suspension bridge. The weather was quite kind so we were able to leave the coach and walk across the bridge, admiring the views as we walked. After saying goodbye to Mike we boarded the coach and headed for the new shopping centre at Cabot Circus. Most immediately headed to the restaurants for their lunch; we found a very pleasant one and the food was good but we coughed a bit to find that a 12 ½ % service charge had been added to the bill. Fortunately it mentioned that this payment was optional so we reduced this figure down to about 6%. Very soon it was 4 o’clock and we were on the coach and heading for home. Thanks were given to Peter, our driver from Chandlers coaches, for making this day out so pleasant.