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TAPESTRIES EXHIBITION
This unique collection of over 40 beautiful tapestries showing the history of Methodism will be on display at West End Methodist Church, Hexham, NE46 3DF on Saturday 29th March from 11.00am to 4.00pm. Light refreshments served, Parking. Admission free.
Place: West End Methodist Church
Contact: 01434622135
NATIONAL TRUST TYNE VALLEY ASSOCIATION
17 March is ‘From Tyne to Tweed – Artists 1750-1950’ by Chris Tipple. 28 April (4th Monday) will be ‘The Lit and Phil in Newcastle’ given by Ms Margaret Bozic. Refreshments from 2 o’clock. Talk at 2.30pm.
Place: The Priors Hall, Hexham Abbey
Contact: jackie.wood@gmx.co.uk
MESSY CHURCH
Messy Church at Hexham Community Church on Beaumont Street. We meet on the second Sunday of every month (except August) 10.30am-12.30pm. Games, craft, songs, stories and a free light lunch for everyone! We would love to see you!
Place: Hexham Community Church
Contact: 01434 601113
CREATIVE WRITING
These friendly classes will inspire and encourage you to write fiction, poetry and memoir, and offer supportive feedback to help you develop your work. New members very welcome – try a free taster session. Online and in-person.
Place: Hexham cafes and Zoom
Contact: claire@claire276.plus.com
HEXHAM ARMY CADETS
We parade each Monday and Thursday between 7pm and 9pm. For both girls and boys 12yrs (yr 8 at school) to 18yrs. We do lots of activities such as Fieldcraft, Shooting, Expeditions, First Aid and the Duke of Edinburgh award.
Place: TA Centre, Hencotes
Contact: Olivia Ryder
ALPINE PLANT SHOW & PLANT FAIR
To be held 29th March 2025 at Hexham Auction Mart. Plant sales start 10 am, Show hall opens approx 11.00am. Several alpine plant nurseries will be in attendance plus member’s table selling plants. Large FREE car park, Admission £3.00.
Place: Hexham Auction Mart
Contact: alan.alpine1@gmail.com
MORRIS DANCING
Women meet every Monday in West End Methodist Church Hall, Hexham 7.30pm-9pm. Men meet every Thursday in Acomb Village Hall (Sep – May) from 7.30pm. Come and see what we do, no obligation to join.
Place: See above
Contact: 0780 9609166
HEXHAM BEACON CLUB
Welcomes all retired gentlemen to join us on a Wednesday morning for interesting talks, coffee and biscuits and a chance to meet like-minded fellow retirees. We meet at 10:30 – 1200 each Wednesday and we look forward to meeting you.
Place: Trinity Methodist Church Hall
Contact: plholmes4@gmail.com
HEXHAM BRIDGE CLUB
Hexham Bridge Club meets on Thursday evenings at 6.45pm. Friendly, competitive duplicate bridge. Tuition for beginners is available. New members and visitors welcome.
Place: Hexham Community Centre
Contact: secretaryHBC@btinternet.com
HEXHAM PROBUS CLUB
Provides regular gatherings for retired or semi-retired professional or businessmen aged over 55. We meet most months in the County Hotel Hexham for conversation and fellowship followed by lunch. New members from the Hexham area are welcome.
Place: County Hotel Hexham
Contact: 01434 607798
HEXHAM ROTARY
Every Monday Lunchtime (just about). Come and meet us at the County Hotel in Hexham for fun , friendship, speakers, trips, events, fund raising and so much more. Phone Brian on 01434 603827 to experience what we do.
Place: County Hotel
Contact: mbmassey2@gmail.com
JIVEALIVE
We are Hexham’s Modern Jive group, a friendly group meeting weekly Wed 8-10pm at The Torch Centre, Corbridge Road. 18yrs+ No partner necessary. Contact. JiveAlive@googlegroup.com or find us on facebook
Place: Torch Centre, Corbridge Road
Contact: JiveAlive@googlegroup.com
LITTLE OAKS NURSERY
Christmas Shopping evening on November 22nd, from 7 pm. Selection of stall holders selling Christmas gifts and handcrafted goods. Raffle prizes to be won. Refreshments are available, including mulled wine, prosecco and Christmas nibbles.
Place: Acomb Village Hall
Contact: 01434 613422
CORBRIDGE PRESCHOOL CIC
Provides early education and childcare for under fours, once they are walking. Fees are low to ensure the preschool can be accessed by all families. Children enjoy fun activities and the opportunity to develop their social and communication skills.
Place: Corbridge Preschool
Contact: 01434 622947
DANCE SCOTTISH
Scottish country dancing, suitable for beginners, no need to bring a partner, no special clothes just soft shoes. 7:30pm
Place: Lockhart Room, Moot Hall, Hexham
Contact: 07718248502
HEXHAM AND DISTRICT PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
Interested in photography? Hexham Photographic Society have a varied programme of events with something for everyone. We meet every Tuesday at 7.30 pm in the Torch Centre. All are welcome, full details can be found at www.hexhamphotographic.org
Place: Torch Centre Hexham
Contact: president@hexhamphotographic.org
ELVASTON BOWLS CLUB
Ever thought of lawn bowls. Great fun for mind and body. Play at a private club, on a lovely green. Make new friends. Only one fee allows access all year. Give it a go at one of our coaching sessions or just contact me.
Place: Hexham Elvaston Bowling Club
Contact: hebc.secretary@btinternet.com
HEXHAM TOWN WI
Monthly meetings on the 3rd Monday at 7.15pm for 7.30pm in the Community Centre. Varied programme of activities and speakers. A great way to meet new people, make friend in a relaxed, warm and welcoming environment. Visitors are always welcome.
Place: Hexham Community Centre
Contact: 07790 108273
ZUMBA KIDS
Kid-friendly routines based on original Zumba choreography. We break down the steps, add games, activities and cultural exploration. Sessions promote a healthy lifestyle as a natural part of children’s lives by making exercise fun! Monday’s during term time, 4.30pm-5.30pm.
Place: Corbridge Parish Hall
Contact: Shelly.dronfield@gmail.com
WHITLEY CHAPEL BADMINTON CLUB
A friendly club with Northumberland league teams. We play weekly 7-9pm from 5th September 2024 to 10th April 2025. All abilities are welcome.
Place: Queen Elizabeth High School
Contact: angelamjames11@gmail.com
TYNEDALE U3A
If you are not in full time employment want to make new friends, start a new activity, meet others in a social environment we have over 55 different groups. Find us on Facebook or https://tynedale.u3asite.uk/
Place: Hexham Mart
Contact: Publicitytynedale@gmail.com
CORBRIDGE BRIDGE CLUB
Duplicate Bridge Monday nights 7-10 pm and Chicago Tuesday afternoons 1-4pm. New players welcome. Come with a partner or contact us to find one for you. We offer a friendly and relaxed club with a good social calendar.
Place: Corbridge Parish Hall
Contact: secretarycorbridgebridgeclub@gmail.com
KINGDOM HALL
Of Jehovah’s Witness. Rather than knocking on your door – come knock on ours! The extension to the hall is now complete. We welcome all to our meetings. Sunday morning 10am or Tuesday 7pm.
Place: Fellside, Hexham
CORBRIDGE PARISH HALL
Lots of mixed classes running from Monday to Saturday ranging from Zumba to Karate to Film Nights. Please get in touch for latest programme.
Place: Corbridge Parish Hall
Contact: corbridge@ukpc.net
CHILDREN’S NURSERY
St. Mary’s Nursery (Hexham) Ltd is a children’s nursery with a family environment where your child can blossom to their full potential encouraged by caring staff. We offer preschool, day-care, holiday club. All staff are trained in paediatric first aid.
Place: St. Mary’s Nursery
Contact: 01434 608723
ST ANDREW’S CHURCH
Sunday at 10.00am Parish Communion Service, as places are limited due to social distancing please book via email provided.
Wednesday at 10.00am Holy Communion, further information can be found on our website: www.corbridgechurch.org.uk
Place: St. Andrew’s Church
Contact: servicesincorbridge@btinternet.com
TYNEDALE CHESS CLUB
We meet every Thursday in the Corbridge Parish Hall from 7-10 pm. If you live in Hexham, then transport will be available on most club nights. Please contact us for further information.
Place: Corbridge Parish Hall
Contact: dwhump3@ahoo.co.uk
CORBRIDGE INDOOR MARKET
Our monthly indoor markets are held one Saturday a month in Corbridge Parish Hall. We have lots of fantastic local traders with high quality products. For full details find us on Facebook or at www.chevent.co.uk
Place: Corbridge Parish Hall
Contact: contact@chevent.co.uk
CORBRIDGE LACE GROUP
A friendly group meeting on Wednesday mornings to make lace and chat about a wide variety of textiles. Tuition available for bobbin and needle lace and craft laces including tatting and crochet. Beginners and experienced lacemakers equally welcome.
Place: Corbridge Parish Hall
Contact: email: gildye6@gmail.com
ZUMBINI ( 0 TO 4 YEARS)
Created by Zumba and BabyFirst tv, Zumbini is an early childhood education programme promoting cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills for children 0-4 years. Sing, dance and sway on Fridays during term time at Corbridge Parish Hall, 9.15-10.15am.
Place: Corbridge Parish Hall
Contact: Shelly.dronfield@gmail.com
HEXHAMSHIRE WI
1st Wed in month at Whitley Chapel Hall. Always have a speaker, night’s out/BBQ’s etc. Thoroughly good time. For further details, please get in touch
Place: Whitley Chapel Hall
Contact: 01434602496
HEXHAM TENNIS CLUB, TYNEDALE
All standards welcome. We meet for casual play on Tuesday evenings from 5.30pm and Saturday afternoons from 1.30pm. See our website www.tynedaletennisclub.co.uk
Place: Eilansgate (shared entrance with Tynedale Cricket Club).
Contact: 01434606300
HEXHAM AND DISTRICT FLOWER CLUB
Meet on the second Monday of the month at 2 p.m. (except August). Demonstrations by qualified NAFAS flower arrangers, talks and workshops are organised and form part of our love of flowers and plants. Further info contact Carol at mcsand@talktalk.net
Place: Function Suite, Hexham Mart
Contact: 01434 602431
FAMILY CEILIDH – DANCE SCOTTISH
Fun, fitness, and friendship with easy Scottish dances. Suitable for children at first and middle school but whole family is invited. First Saturday afternoon of every month at 2pm.
Place: West End Methodist Church
Contact: 01434 602431
TYNEDALE LIONS CLUB
Meetings every second and fourth Monday evening 7pm. We are ordinary people doing much to serve the local community and organising a range of social and fundraising events. We would love you to join us, see further details at www.tynedalelionsclub.org
Place: County Hotel, Hexham
Contact: tynedalelionsclub@gmail.co.uk
TYNEDALE COMMUNITY CHOIR
Monday evenings during term time, 7.30 -9.00 pm. Come and sing, relax and unwind with folk songs, rounds, gospel, contemporary and more. Led by musical director Kathryn Davison. Suitable for beginners and experienced singers alike.
Place: Trinity Methodist Church Hall,
Contact: tynedaleCchoir@gmail.com
MORRIS DANCING CLASSES
Morris dancing for both men and women. Women meet every Monday @ Corbridge Middle School (Term time only) 8pm-9.30pm. Men meet every Thursday @ Acomb Village Hall (Sep – May) from 7.30pm. Come and join our friendly groups and visit www.hexhammorris.com
Place: See description
Contact: 01434684705
MACULAR SOCIETY
Meets 11am last Thursday in the month at the Therapy Centre, opposite Hexham Hospital.
Place: Therapy Centre
Contact: 01661833988
ARTVENTURERS
Art and craft classes, parties and events for babies, toddlers and children. Monday – 9:50am Baby ARTventurers (6-18 months) 11:30am Little ARTventurers (18 months – preschool). For more information please get in touch
Place: St Marys Church Hall
Contact: 07737108061
TYNEDALE ROTARY
We support local charities, and Rotary’s international activities. We are an active club, always keen to welcome potential new members. Our recent donations have benefited foodbanks, schools and other worthy causes. Meetings: Wednesday 12 noon.
Place: County Hotel Hexham
Contact: https://www.rotary-ribi.org/clubs/homepage.php?ClubID=169
CHRYSALIS CLUB TYNEDALE
Provides activities, stimulation and social opportunities for people with dementia, Carer support, information, counselling, Younger dementia group, intergenerational project. Based in new premises in Hexham with outreach in the Tyne Valley, Volunteer opportunities. Rooms available to rent from £12 ph.
Place: Unit 1, Dene Park, Corbridge Road, Hexham
Contact: info@chrysalisclub.org.uk
ACTIVE NORTHUMBERLAND
All walks are FREE, if you wish to join just turn up a few minutes before the walk starts and make yourself known to the leader (the one with the register!) The walks are graded for difficulty but are aimed at people with health conditions so are suitable for almost anyone.
Place: Northumberland
Contact: 01670622368
HEXHAM LIBRARY
Library is open for time limited browsing and prebooked PC access. We are operating amended hours so please check website before visiting www.mylibrary.co.uk
Place: Hexham Library
Contact: hexham.library@northumberland.gov.uk
FAMILY HISTORY BRANCH
We are part of the Northumberland & Durham Family History Society. We are a small friendly group who meet on the second Thursday of the month (except August) at 7pm for talks or discussions on family history related topics.
Place: Community Centre, Gilesgate
Contact: tynedalebranch@ndfhs.org.uk
HEXHAM RAMBLERS
Come and walk with us! Weekly walks in Northumberland’s wonderful countryside – all year round. Every Sunday at 10.15 Find out more from www.ramblers.org.uk/hexham or contact Carol on 07718248502 for more information
Place: Various
Contact: 07718248502
TYNEDALE U3A
Monthly meeting and talk on the first Tuesday of every month except August at 2pm, plus events to celebrate our 40th year. Non-members welcome. See www.u3asites.org.uk/tynedale or join our Facebook group. More than 50 interest groups organise their own activities.
Place: Hexham Abbey Great Hall
Contact: tyneu3apublicity@gmail.com
HEXHAM ROTARY
Hexham Rotary is very welcoming group of men and women of all ages who meet up, do volunteer work, raise money for charities and have an extensive events calendar. Give us a try you will find something that floats your boat.
Place: Hexham
Contact: 01434 603827
HEXHAM MALE VOICE CHOIR
Regular meetings on Thursday evenings. Our membership is strong but we always seek new members, you don’t even have to be able to read music! Just come and have fun.
Place: West End Methodist Church, Hexham
Contact: 07771715574
MUSIC AND MOVEMENT FOR PRE SCHOOL CHILDREN
Learn music, song, rhyme and rhythm under the guidance of experienced music and dance leaders on Friday mornings during school term times. More information on our website at http://www.musicmovement.weebly.com or on our FB page @musicmovehexham
Place: Trinity Methodist Church
Contact: musicmove79@gmail.com
LITTLE OAKS NURSERY
Early morning activities over breakfast from 8am, for children age 2yrs plus. Our after school club opens from 3pm until 6pm and includes dinner. Nursery places offer a cooked lunch, high staff ratios and forest school. Ofsted Outstanding.
Place: Acomb, Northumberland
Contact: 01434 613422
HEXHAM INDOOR MARKET
Our monthly indoor markets are held one Saturday a month in the Priors building at Hexham Abbey. Lots of local traders with high quality products. Full details on our Facebook page or www.chevent.co.uk
Place: Hexham Abbey
Contact: Facebook
MARTIAL ARTS
Adult martial arts classes on a Tuesday and Thursday from 7 to 9pm at E.T Fitness and Therapy. We teach boxing, kick/thai boxing, as well as grappling and weapons. Improve your general fitness and self defence skills while having fun!
Place: E.T Fitness and Therapy
Contact: phoenixmartialarts@hotmail.co.uk
HEXHAM HIGHLIGHTS NETBALL
Netball sessions for anyone coming back to the sport and wants a good run around with a friendly self-led group. Mondays 7.30 – 9pm. £5 per session (discount if paying termly). First session free!
Place: Wentworth Leisure Centre
Contact: 07974 811351
TYNEDALE ARCHERS
A friendly community archery club based in West Northumberland and affiliated to the Grand National Archery Society (Archery GB). Our members are all ages from 8yrs upwards, from beginners to experienced archers using Recurve, Barebow, Longbow and other traditional bows.
Place: Hexham/Haydon Bridge
Contact: tynedalearchers@yahoo.co.uk
HEXHAM BRASS BAND
A fun and friendly brass band for all ages and abilities, playing a wide selection of music, including marches, show tunes and popular music arrangements. The band rehearses every Tuesday evening 7.15pm to 9.00pm and performs concerts throughout the year.
Place: West End Methodist Church
Contact: info@hexhambrass.co.uk
TYNEDALE BRIDGE CLUB
We are a friendly club and meet every Wednesday afternoon from 1-4pm. All bridge levels welcome. No partner needed. Come and enjoy an afternoon with us.
Place: Cricket Club premises, Eilansgate Hexham.
Contact: Tel; 07546422859
SOUND BATHS
Deeply relax to the ancient sounds of the gong and singing bowls at one of our monthly sound baths on the first Wed of each month at 7.30pm. Booking essential. Email us at gongsonguk@gmail.com or visit our website: www.gongsong.co.uk/who-are-we-1
Place: Hexham Abbey
Contact: Email: gongsonguk@gmail.com
BEREAVEMENT CAFE
We host a fortnightly coffee morning in a safe and comforting space. Come along and share a cup of tea or coffee in the company of others who understand. All welcome. Drop in 10am – 12pm first and third Thursday.
Place: Hexham Community Centre
Contact: 01434 600 384
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