Thank you to Swimbridge Parish Council for funding the website for another year and a big thank you to Julie Whitton without whom there would be little news to post on this website, the majority of which is taken from the village newsletter she regularly produces, thanks Jools!
The Wagon Tales - Bluegrass/Blues - Sun 13th November - 7:30 - Jubilee Hall
The Wagon Tales are a young and dynamic blue-grass band who base their music on uptempo blue-grass and raw blues sounds. They pride themselves on their rich vocal harmonies and guaranteed abil- ity to create a good old knees-up! …
MORE EVENTS AT ST JAMES, SWIMBRIDGE - 9th and 19th November
Wednesday, 9 November, 7.00 pm for 7.30 pm
The Rev. John Russell – breeder of the Jack Russell Terrier, huntsman,
founder of Swimbridge School & parish priest here for 48 years (1832-80)
An evening of Q&As with Mervyn C. …
Swimbridge Christmas Arts & Craft Fair - Sat 26th Nov
Saturday 26th November, 10—5.30 pm, Jubilee Hall
This year’s Christmas Fair will be equally impressive as the last, offering exceptional high quality locally made gifts and produce. There will be something for everyone – Christmas decorations, Christmas cakes, original paintings, jewellery and pottery by local artists.
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Swimbridge News
The Jubilee Hall has received £12,880 from the Community Council of Devon towards the Jubilee Hall improvement scheme subject to funding being found for the whole scheme.
♦ DCC has started works to the School site on the Glebe Field.
EVENTS AT ST JAMES SWIMBRIDGE - Wed 19 October , 7 for 7.30 pm
This autumn we launch the Swimbridge Q&As to which all are very welcome. Come to St James Church at 7pm for 7.30pm to enjoy a drink (for example, a glass of award-winning white wine from the Summermoor Vineyard in Swimbridge) and a Q&A with local experts and other villagers.
Wine Tasting - 22nd October - 7:30pm
Jubilee Hall
Only £6 per head.
All welcome
In aid of Swimbridge Twinning Association
Rock Solid - 28th October
... one of the North East’s leading rock cover bands in Swimbridge!
Friday 28th October
Jubilee Hall
Tickets only £5 from Post Office, Jack Russell Inn and Landkey Stores DON’T MISS IT!
Halloween Cider Festival - Saturday 29th October @ The Jack Russell
Live Bands:
♦ Hobo Jones & the Junkyard Dogs – back due to overwhelming demand, the crowd pleasing skiffle punk trio will get everyone stomping the night away!
♦ The Dambuskers – The Jack’s favourite folkin rock band!
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Uncle Lubin - 9th - 11th September -Jubille Hall and Glebe Field
A great start to the beginning of term ... the adventures of Uncle Lubin
This fantastic family theatre event is in Swimbridge from 9th - 11th September - we have four performances for you to choose from.
Swimbridge Church Streamside Garden - Work started on Monday 8th August
Several years from the initial concept and after many months of consultation, detailed planning, raising funds and organising the work, contractors are now on site. The congregation of Swimbridge Parish Church of St James is very pleased that the vision is taking shape. …
2 Day Pottery/Art 4 Kids & Adults - Friday 19th Aug & Tuesday 23rd Aug
♦ Suitable for all ages
♦ Card making and cutting/colouring
♦ Refreshments – Tea/Coffee and Squash — all 50p
♦ Entrance fee £5 per child and £2.50 per adult.
♦ Booking system for the wheel so to be fair to all
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Summer BBQ - Sunday 21st August
THIS Sunday 21 August
at 12 noon Jubilee Hall
Adults £5 adult - 11 & under £2.50
Bring drinks if you wish
All welcome
In aid of Swimbridge Twinning
Park News
SWIMBRIDGE REVELS - Sunday 28th August
Afternoon and early evening.
Lots of informal sport and fun activities on the park— live music and bar. Just turn up.
GREAT EVENT AND FUN for ALL the family.
Frisby Friday’s…
Twinning Association Safari Supper - Saturday 16th July, 7pm
There will be four venues and four course in the Swimbridge locality.
All welcome
Tickets only £10 pp from Swimbridge Post Office
This year’s safari supper starts at 7 pm
Starters at Thorn House on The Square, Swimbridge (Bernie & Syd Pring-Ellis’ house next to Post Office).
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Indoor Table Top Sale - Sunday 17th July - 10am - 4pm
Refreshments
£7 per table.
To book contact Sharon Newnham 01271 831281
In aid of Bryony’s trip with Camps International
Swimbridge Vegetable & Produce Show and Market - 31st July
Sunday 31st July 10 am—2 pm, Jubilee Hall - Start getting prepared!
Swimbridge Vegetable and Produce Show and Market will take place on Sunday 31st July in the Jubilee Hall between 10am and 2pm.
The schedule of classes were circulated last week. …
Football on the Glebe Field
It has been decided to try and raise a Swimbridge Football Club with the aim of entering into a local league next season (2012/13) and play a few friendly's during this one. If you want to be help in setting up the club or get involved in any way please come to the …
Over 40’s Exercise to Music
Every Thursday at 6.15 pm
Only £4.50, Please bring a mat.
Just turn up or phone Paula Brookes on 079 7444 4778
Slow Worm Survey
DCC are doing a slow worm survey in the Glebe Field.
They have noticed that some of the worm traps have been removed and they have to start the testing again.
Can everyone please keep off the area above the “thistle line” while the test is in progress.
Swimbridge Parish Council Meeting - Tuesday 9th August
The next Swimbridge Parish Council meeting is on Tuesday 9th August in the Jubilee Hall.
From 7pm there is an opportunity for an informal chat with Hannah Denton (our local PSCO) and your Parish, District and County Councillors.
Swimbridge Feoffees Senior Citizen's Tea
Following the success of the first Senior Citizen’s Tea last year trustees of the ancient village charity with several willing helpers served a free tea to elderly residents of Swimbridge parish. …
Art Trek 2011: Friday, June 10, 2011 to Sunday, June 26, 2011
Art Trek is a great, once a year opportunity to meet friendly artists, hear of their inspirations and learn about their creative processes - all over a cup of tea!
Friday, June 10, 2011 to Sunday, June 26, 2011
Swimbridge School Fayre - Saturday 11th June, 1pm - 4pm, Jubilee Hall
Something for everyone ... home-made cakes ... lots of stalls ...
games ... raffle ... BBQ ... Pimms .... Strawberries & Cream ......
face painting ... craft stalls ... hook a star and much, much more!
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