BARKING
BLACKMORE
BUCKHURST HILL
CHIGWELL
COOPERSALE
DEBDEN
DODDINGHURST
EPPING
ESSEX
HARLOW
INGLESTONE
BLACKMORE
BUCKHURST HILL
CHIGWELL
COOPERSALE
DEBDEN
DODDINGHURST
EPPING
ESSEX
HARLOW
INGLESTONE
LEYTON
LEYTONSTONE
LOUGHTON
ONGAR
NORTH WEALD
THEYDON BOIS
WALTHAM ABBEY
WALTHAMSTOW
WEST ESSEX
WOODFORD
OTHER AREAS
LEYTONSTONE
LOUGHTON
ONGAR
NORTH WEALD
THEYDON BOIS
WALTHAM ABBEY
WALTHAMSTOW
WEST ESSEX
WOODFORD
OTHER AREAS
New Horizons 50+
Leisure Activities including:-
Badminton
Bowls
Country care
Dancing
Epping Forest Arts
Golf Gym Training
Petanque
Stepping Out Club
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tea Dances
Tennis
Three Valleys Male Choir
WRVS
Walking
West Essex Ramblers
Yoga, Relaxation, Keep Fit and Seated Exercise
All this in a centre near you:
Epping Sports Centre: 01992 564 564
Ongar Leisure Centre: 01277 363 969
Waltham Abbey Pool: 01992 716 733
Loughton Leisure Centre: 01992 564 574
Waltham Abbey Sports Centre: 01992 716 194
BARKING
Barking Historical Society
Harp House, 16 Helmore Road, Barking, IG11 9HP
Tel: John Blake on 020 8 597 7210 e-mail barkinghistorical@hotmail.com
BLACKMORE
The Blackmore Players
Amateur Drama Society started out in 1969 and have been growing stronger ever since!
Join us on stage or behind the scenes. New members are ALWAYS welcome!
You don't have to be from Blackmore to join! While the core membership is that of village residents, we have people who have stayed loyal after moving out to Ingatestone, Chelmsford and Braintree, as well as new members from Billericay - and even Saffron Waldon!
There's a lot more to amdram than just acting. Every member of the cast and production team are important to the smooth runnning of each show!
Backstage there are plenty of opportunities to help with lighting. sound, direction, costumes and set building and design. On stage we always have an interesting variety of productions! Contact: Jackie 01277 372 386 www.blackmoreplayers.co.uk
The Blackmore Morris Men
Moreton Village Hall
Contact Eric Harrison 01277 227 296
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BUCKHURST HILL
Bedford House, Westbury Lane, Buckhurst Hill
Provides a meeting place for many clubs. They also run various courses for arts, crafts and leisure activities.
For further information contact 020 8504 6668 or e-mail: office@b-h-c-a.org
Buckhurst Hill Wine and Beer Circle.
Meets last Friday of every month at 8pm at: Victory Hall, Hainault Road, Chigwell, Essex. For further info. Don Seaborne on 01992 815 311
Buckhurst Hill Horticultural Society
Extends a welcome to new members. Flower shows in Spring and Summer. Talks given on the first Monday in February, March, October and November at St. James Church, Palmerston Road. Contact:
Tel: 020 8 504 8436 or 020 8 504 3238.
Buckhurst Hill Antiques Club
Are you interested in antiques and would like to learn more? This club could be for you. Meets every Friday evening from September to the end of April at 7:45pm for 8pm at Bedford House, Westbury Road, Buckhurst Hill. For more info. Contact Bedford House on 0208 504 6668.
Buckhurst Hill Duplicate Bridge Club
Tuesday evening 7:15 to 7:30pm start - visitors welcome. Meet Bedford House, Westbury Road, Buckhurst Hill. contact 020 8504 6668 or e-mail: office@b-h-c-a.org
Bedford House Bridge Group
Tuesday evening 8pm - 10pm. - visitors welcome.
Meet at Bedford House, Westbury Rd. Buckhurst Hill. contact 020 8504 6668 or e-mail: office@b-h-c-a.org.
Buckhurst Hill Branch of the Royal British Legion
Always looking for new members. You do not need to have been a member of Her Majesty’s forces. Further info contact George Denny on 020 8505 5958
West Essex Archaeological Group
Based in Buckhurst Hill
Meet in Bedford House, Palmerston Road, Buckhurst Hill. Tel 020 8 514 2767
COOPERSALE
Coopersale Floral Art Society
Tel: 01992 522 442 Mrs M Amos
Coopersale Horticultural Society
Meet third Monday of the month 8pm at Coopersale Village Hall, Institute Road.
Contact Gillian Baker 01992 560 822
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CHIGWELL
Chigwellian Choral Society
The Chigwellian Choral Society is an amateur choral society. The choir currently comprises about 50 singers drawn from a wide area including Epping, Loughton, Woodford, Ilford, Romford and further afield. The choir sings a variety of choral works for four and eight part harmony, ranging from major oratorios to shorter modern pieces to three major concerts each year, performed in St. John's Church, Epping plus a Christmas carol concert.
We meet every Wednesday evening during term time from 19.45 -22.00 in New Hall, Chigwell School Contact name: Joyce Read Tel: 0208 504 8443
www.chigwellians.org.uk
DEBDEN
Monday Fellowship Club (Scrabble)
Come and play scrabble from 1pm to 4pm every Monday. Meet Barrington Hall, Barrington Close, Barrington Road, Debden. 50p for tea and biscuits
Mrs Parks on Tel: 020 8 281 1998
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DODDINGHURST
Arts & Crafts Circle
Wednesday (Doddinghurst)
The Priests House
beside All Saints Church, Doddinghurst
Time: 9.45am
Info: 01277 365046
New members always welcome
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EPPING
French Circle
Would you like to practise your French? Join this group to have a very relaxed and informal social evening speaking French. You have to have a good grounding in French, as only French is spoken throughout the evening, although you do not need to be fluent. They meet once a fortnight during term time and at the moment there are 10 members who take it in turn to meet at each other’s homes. For further information contact Laura Brookes on 020 8500 1243.
Laura is also starting up a Dutch and German group.
The Trimby Dance Club
For those of you who know how to do Greek dancing and would like to practise.
Weekly sessions with a fun group who make their own choreographing.
Tel: 01992 812 186
Epping Sports Club
Try your hand at bowls, tennis or cricket.
Tel: 01992 576 300
Epping Music Society
With music to suit all tastes, Epping Music Society provides the answer. The new season of concerts starts on Monday 15th October with a recital for Four Hands on one piano. The pianists are Gillian Jenkins and Nathaniel Brawn. Next, on 19th November, will be the Crofton Singers, with a selection of songs from their wide repertoire.
In the New Year, the the programme will continue with a song recital, two piano trios, and a recital of music for violin and piano with David Silkoff and Miriam Kramer. To round off the season a visit has been arranged to a concert at the refurbished Festival Hall on the South Bank on May 23rd.
All Epping concerts take place in the Friends' Meeting House in Hemnall Street. Non members are welcome - pay at the door. For further information concerning concerts and membership please phone the Secretary Margaret Gracey, tel.01992 572167 or the Treasurer Frank Bill, tel. 574704.
The Epping Railway Circle
They have a large ‘00’ gauge model railway called Tanglewood Common. It is 20 feet long and members bring their own rolling stock to see it running on the layout. They erect and operate the layout every third Monday of the month. People interest in learning how to get involved in this hobby can come along to learn from experienced modellers. Contact Dave Karaskas on 01992 573 262.
Epping & District Dog Training Club
Meets every Tuesday evening. Contact Lyn Turner on 01992 577 587 or turn up at Toot Hil Village Hall on Tuesday at 7:30pm.
Epping Art Society
Each month a talk is given on a particular painter or style of painting. These talks are open to non members. However, you do not need to be a talented painter to join just have lots of enthusiasm. Contact 01992 560 807
Epping Forest Cine & Video Club
Mr Ellis Tel: 01992 574 471
Epping Forest Band
This is a brass band and they have their own rehearsal room. A formal audition is not always necessary. However, they are a contesting band competing in a minimum of 3 contests a year, so a certain standard needs to be achieved, but al are welcome to go along, sit in and see how it goes. Contact Keith Hedges on 020 8281 1599.
Epping Archers
They meet at the Abercrombie Centre, Harlow on Monday nights from 8:15pm to 10:15pm. The Juniors aged 8 to 18 now have two sessions, one a the Queens Hal Community Centre, North Weald on Tuesdays from 4:30pm to 6:00pm and a new one at the Abercrombie centre on Mondays from 6:15pm to 7:45pm. A beginners course for both adults and juniors runs for six weeks. For further information contact Gordon Tigar on 01279 654 032
Epping WEA (Workers Educational Association)
Is Britain’s major voluntary adult education organisation which believes that education should be lifelong. They run courses in Art History, Ancient and Medieval History, Literature, Drama on stage and screen and Wetland Ecology and many more. Contact Pat Dale on 020 8281 1536
Epping Tennis Club in Lower Bury Lane
Contact Helen Offord 01992 576 300
Epping Netball Club
Training sessions every Weds 7 – 8pm Epping Sports Centre Main Hall.
Ages 14 - 50+
Matches are played in Harlow on alternate Tuesdays
New players are always welcome – just turn up or contact Lisa Matthews Club Chairman on 07702 440796.
The Box – A social space and information point for young People in Epping.
136A High Street, Epping Tel: 01992 577 300
W: www.TheBoxEpping.org.uk
Change the Record – Princes Trust
Tel: 01992 767 167
Epping Runners
Tel: 01992 575 366
Epping Bell Ringers
Practice every Monday evening
At St. John’s Tower
Tel: 01992 767 873
Epping Forest Stroke Cub
Tel: 01992 729 100
Out of School Club
St. Albans Church Tel: 01992 578 322
Epping Forest Conservation Volunteers
Tel: 020 8 505 4876
Epping Forest District Museum
Tel 01992 716 882
aoconnor@eppingforestdc.gov.uk
Friends of Copped Hall
Contact Sylvia Keith on 01992 815 480 or Trevor Roberts on 01992 571 657
Epping Horticultural Society
Gina Johnson on 01992 570 251
Epping Rotary Club
Contact Tony Harvey on 01992 572 867
Karate Cub – Te Ashi Do
Andy Major, President of the Karate club has over 30 years experience in Karate and currently holds a 4th dan certificate.
Classes for children begin at age 5 years and are split according to age and ability. Junior Classes are held on:
Mondays at St. Giles Hall, Nazeing;
Tuesdays Theydon Bois Village Hall;
Wednesdays Epping Hall, St. Johns Road;
Thursdays Loughton Leisure Centre;
Fridays Epping Sports Centre, Hemnell St.
Times vary from 4pm to 6.30pm
Adults classes are held at:
Loughton Leisure Centre on Mondays from 7pm-8pm. Epping Hall on Wednesdays from 7.30pm -9.00pm and Epping Sports Centre on Friday from 7.30pm-8.30pm. For details telephone 01992 577 075 or visit www.teashido.co.uk
Epping and District Fuchsia Society
Contact Mr Les Gibbons on 01992 573 764
Friends of Guiding
Contact Mrs J Simmance on 01992 814 410
Arts and Crafts Group
Sarah Miller on Tel: 01992 575 823
Epping Football Club
Te: 07884 233 674 Ian Corner
Ballet Classes in St. John’s Hall, Epping
For information contact 07783 940 084
Epping Town Old Peoples’ Welfare Association
An independent Organisation not subsidised by Epping Forest District Council. They organise coach trips, lunches, teas and many activities. Contact 01992 573 385
Epping Forest Outdoor Group
For walkers or cyclists
Meet Thursdays 8pm to 10pm
Rovsco Hall, Holly Bush Hill, Nr. Snaresbrook Station
Weekends away, day activities are varied, from games, barbecues, quizzes, social events and guest speakers.
Tel: Maz 01992 573 638 or Peter 07960 205 921
www.communigate.co.uk/london/efog
The Copped Hall Trust
Copped Hall was built in 1750-8 by the architect John Sanderson for the owner John Conyers. The mansion was extended in 1895 for the then owner E J Wythes. The Mansion was burnt down in 1917 and asset striped in 1950. The M25 was built through a corner of the Grade II listed landscaped park in 1980.
The Mansion is superbly sited on high ground at the end of a ridge. Like many of these houses, it was built on an ancient site of human habitation. Recorded history starts in 13th century when there was a mansion on the site. The Abbots of Waltham held the property from 1350 until 1537 when Henry VIII took it from them. Elizabeth 1 gave the estate to Sir Thomas Heneage who built a substantial mansion incorporating parts of the earlier building. Almost all of this structure was pulled down in 1750 when the present house was built on a site a few hundred yards to the south east. The Copped Hall Trust has made substantial progress in the last 13 years to restore the mansion to its former glory. There are many functions held at Copped Hall and every third Sunday in the month there is a guided tour which is very interesting and you can see how the Mansion is gradually being restored. For more information of events visit their website at www.coppedhalltrusst.org.uk or see the Out and About section in our paper.
Ikebana Study Group – Japanese Art of Flower Arranging
Ikebana is the art of Japanese flower arranging
Ikebana is quite different from the Western flower arranging and appeals to people of various backgrounds and ages whether they are already flower arrangers or not, male or female.
People taking part in my informal and friendly lessons pay £10.- for the flowers, tea/coffee provided, and I also lend the necessary containers. We speak about the Japanese way of life, sometimes make sushi. It is a weekly social gathering. For further information contact Martine Gracey on telephone number is 01992 571 839.
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ESSEX
Essex Rock and Mineral Society
The Essex Rock & Mineral Society is an amateur geological society which aims to cater for a wide spectrum of ages, expertise & interests in rocks, minerals, fossils and lapidary. We have a full lecture programme throughout the year at our monthly meetings. These are held in Hornchurch on the second Tuesday of every month starting at 8pm. If you are in the area or just passing through and wish to attend the odd meeting, please do so as our guest (no charge). Additionally, for members, there are numerous organized field trips throughout the year. The Essex Rock & Mineral Society was founded in 1967 to promote interest in Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, and Lapidary. Membership Secretary: John Lacy, 3 Norton Hall Cottages, Norton Mandeville, High Ongar, Essex. CM5 9RT. Tele: 01277 364874 www.erms.org
The Essex Birdwatching Society
Society for al birdwatchers in Essex
www.essexbirdwatchsoc.co.uk
Meet at The Friends Meeting House in Rainsford Road, Chelmsford. On first Friday of the month
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HARLOW
Harlow Chorus
Very well known choir. Beginners welcome. Courses run. Contact 01279 726 806
Dance Circle – Old Harlow and Ilford
Dance in a circle no need for a partner to music from all over the world. Greek Dances, French, Irish etc. Beautiful music. Contact Pat Woods on 07732 516 017
St. John’s Arts and Recreation Centre
Market Street, Old Harlow
Tel: 01279 442 447 info@stjohnsarc.org.uk
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INGATESTONE
Dance Circle – Ingatestone
The Parish Rooms, Stock Lane.
Dance in a circle no need for a partner to music from all over the world. Greek Dances, French, Irish etc. Beautiful music. Contact Jan Shedel on 01277 352213
Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
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LEE VALLEY PARK
A VISIT TO The Lee Valley Regional Park will reward you with the spectacle of many beautiful birds
Helpers are on hand at weekends to loan out telescopes and information. Visit the Bittern Watchpoint which is signposted from Fishers Green entrance car park, River Lee Country Park, Stubbins Hall Lane, off the B194 just north of Waltham Abbey, Essex Open daily from October to March 10am to 4m. For details about the watchpoint and activities contact the RSPB on 01295 676 445 or 01992 702 200. www.rspb.org.uk/brilliant
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LEYTON
Leyton Wine and Beer Circle
Meet every First Thursday in the month at Snakes Lane, Woodford,
Tel: 020 8 504 7632
LEYTONSTONE
The Woodhouse Players (Amateur Dramatic Soc)
Meet at the Welsh church in Leytonstone
For more info. Contact 020 8 504 3872
www.woodhouseplayers.co.uk
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LOUGHTON
Essex Handicrafts Association
Venue: Trinity Church Hall, Mannock Drive, Loughton, Essex
Time: 7:45pm to 9:45pm
Monthly meetings to complete a project for the evening.
Example: Fabric folding; Crochet; Sow it and see; love purses; beaded bracelet; cards and candles.
Tel: 020 8281 1850 for further information
British Legion
Always looking for new members. You do not have to be or have been a member of HM British Forces.
Plenty of social activities. Bar facilities
Quiz nights etc.
St. John’s Wives, Loughton
Meet on 1st and 3rd Monday in the month
8pm at St John’s Parish Hall, Loughton
Loughton and District Historical Society
Loughton Methodist Church, Loughton High Road
More information to follow
East 15 Acting School
Hatfields, Corbett Threatre, Rectory Lane, Loughton IG10 3RY
Tel: 020 8 508 5983
Loughton Fencing Club
First two evenings are free equipment supplied. Meets every Wednesday between 7:30pm and 9:30am.
Ages from 8 to 80. Contact Aubrey Crick on 01992 532 462
Loughton Camera Club
Beginners welcome. Mix in and learn from shared experiences.
Contact John Banks on 020 8 508 4199
Loughton Astronomical Society
Every Thursday evening at 8pm. Also Astrokyds meet every second Friday of the month from 6:30.
In the Scouts Hall in Loughton Lane, Theydon Bois.
Contact Brian Morton on 01992 815 804 www.las-astro.org.uk
Forest Creative Writers
Done your shopping and your chores
And might be turning into one of those bores
Who moans about having nothing to do?
Well, here’s the answer, just for you!
Something that is most inviting:-
JOIN OUR GROUP FOR CREATIVE WRITING
From quarter to one ‘til quarter to three
Thursdays at Loughton Library.
For further information contact Midge on 020 8504 1261 or Mo on 020 8504 8812
Roding and Loughton Chess Club
Meets every Tuesday from 7pm to 10pm at Loughton Bowling Club Ltd. Seven Acre Rise, Loughton.
Junior section Epping Forest Junior Chessmates ages from 7 to 18. Expert tuition provided and games. For further information contact John Campbell on 020 8508 1141
Stamp Club
Meet Roding Valley High School
Music Room 1 Alderton Hill, Loughton
Tel: 020 8505 5620
Loughton Amateur Dramatic Society
Contact 020 8 279 1249 Howard Platt
Our season runs from the end of August to the end of June and during that time LADS produces four shows typically in October, January, March and June. All rehearsals and productions are at Lopping Hall, High Road, Loughton. Rehearsals are on every Monday night plus one or two other nights during the week. We also have social activities throughout the year being dinners, lunches, quiz nights, ten-pin bowling etc. Membership of LADS is £18 per year. www.lads.org.uk
Loughton Operatic Society
Contact Rowena Radcliffe
Tel: 01992 575 503 e-mail los@jollygoodshow.co.uk
Music of Loughton Music Company
Methodist Church, 260 High Road Loughton
Tel: 020 8502 3071
www.Music-At-LMC.org.uk
Music@LMC started in 1988 as a result of musical interest both inside the Church and from the local community. With this in mind we extend a warm welcome to all, regardless of any faith commitment, or none.
Our aim is to encourage young musicians at the beginning of their professional careers and to bring to the local community music of the highest quality. To provide a venue for music-lovers in the Loughton area to enjoy live classical music without having to journey into London.
Over the years we have been treated to concerts by many soloists and groups that have gone on to perform in premier locations around the country and internationally. Standards have been high and whilst we are now broadening the appeal of Music@LMC, the aims remain the same and the search for new and experienced talent goes on.
We hope that you will enjoy this season and we look forward to seeing you as much as possible.
Loughton Cricket Club
The Uplands, Loughton
New Vistas – Talks on varied and interesting topics
Meet at the Loughton Cricket Club
On 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 1:45 to 4:00pm
Tel: 020 8 281 7136
Loughton Bell Ringers
The Guild of Ringers of St. John the Baptist, Loughton. Meet St. John’s Tower for practice every Tuesday evening from 7:30 to 9pm
Tel Tower Captain on 020 8508 3435
Loughton and Epping WEA (Workers Education Association)
They hold various courses on most subjects throughout the year and organise trips to places of interest such as the Lullingtstone Roman Villa in Kent; Ely Cathedral; Richborough Castle and many more. They also organise holidays to places of historical interest. Tel: 020 8 281 1536 or Margaret on 020 8 505 5141 www.wea.org.uk
Taoist Tai Chi
St. Edmunds Church, Trapps Hill, Loughton,
Taoist Tai Chi is an ancient system of exercise developed in China but only recently known in the West. Its practice helps the body regain natural health and retain good physical condition.
The Society also has other venues in Chingford and South Woodford as well as a beginner’s class in Roding High School, Loughton.
Tel: 020 8504 9808 for further information
Are You A Bookworm?
St. John’s Literature Group
We are a friendly crowd who enjoy talking about anything we have read especially during the tea and biscuit break, when the refreshments are provided by volunteers. At Christmas the meeting is much more festive.
Occasionally the group is fortunate enough to have the pleasure of listening to a guest speaker who gives both the introduction and a short presentation of a book of his choice. Otherwise the group members always select a book and a volunteer kindly introduces it. Comments may be full and free but are never acrimonious.
The selection of the next book can take time when various suggestions are put forward but eventually on a vote a choice is made.
Anyone who is a lover of books and enjoys a discussion is welcome. The literature Group is pleased to greet new members who would add variety of ideas and share the pleasure of reading. All ages welcome, from teenagers to the retired.
For further information please contact Jim Retter on 020 8508 3072 or Stan Wythe on 020 8508 5730.
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ONGAR
Arts and Crafts Circle
Tel: 01277 365 046
Ongar Boxing Club
Tel: 01277 362 310
Epping – Ongar Railway
http://eorailway.co.uk
Tai Chi
Tel: 01277 821 414
Ongar Dance Circle
WRVS Hall in Bansons Way
Dance in a circle no need for a partner to music from all over the world. Greek Dances, French, Irish etc. Beautiful music. Contact Jill Hope 01277 363 085
Computer Drop In At Theatre Resource, Chipping Ongar
Sessions for young people and adults interest in using computers and art software. Every Thursday 3pm to 7pm and every Saturday 8:30am to 12:30pm
Drop in sessions supported by our ICT co-ordinator where you can get started on a computer, surf the internet for free do homework and assignments, or download and print photos and use programmes such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Pubisher, Photoshop, Quark Express, Dreamweaver and Final Cut Pro. These sessions are for beginners or experienced artists or computer enthusiasts.
Ongar Wine Circle
Essex House, Castle Street, Ongar
Lots of wine tasting. Talks on various subjects and outings to vineyards and breweries.
Contact David Tester on 01277 363 268
Ongar Photographic Club
Meet every other Tuesday 7:45 start
St. Martins Church Rooms Castle Street.
01277 362 327 Contact Neil Madden
www.ongarphotoclub.co.uk
Ongar Juniors U15s Football Association
We are an FA Charter Standard Development Club and are looking to strengthen our team for next season. Ideally we need some defensively-minded, tough tacklers who need to be of a reasonable standard with a good level of fitness. However, players in other positions will still be given a warm welcome. We train on Saturday mornings at Chipping Ongar Primary School between 9am and 10.30am and our home ground is Love Lane, Ongar. We are a very friendly team and our Manager and Coach are both FA qualified. Any boys interested in attending some initial training sessions or if you just need some further information, please contact our Manager, Howard Gladwin, on 01277 365539 or 07821 327248 or by email on hgladwin@lineone.net
Ongar Music Club
Concerts take place in the Budworth Hall, Ongar
Plenty of parking space.
Contact Jean Hall on 01277 899 337
Ongar Historical Society
Meet Great Stoney, Ongar
Tel: 01277 363 722
Singing For Pleasure
Every Wednesday evening at the Adult Learning Centre in Ongar.
Have fun and learn to sing and read music.
Sing from shows such as South Pacific and a mixture of unison and part singing.
Tel: Frances on 01277 651970
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NORTH WEALD
North Weald Cricket Club
Tel: 01992 522677
North Weald Motor Sport
Tel: 020 7485 0473
The Holden F5 Steam Locomotive Trust
Tel: 01992 523595
Park Lodge Jujitsu Club - North Weald
Park Lodge Judo Jujitsu Kai started many years ago in Wickford, and now has several locations in south east Essex, and in Buckinghamshire. The North Weald club runs on Tuesday nights, and has been a popular club with both kids and adults for several years.
The club is run by Sensei Chris Harvey, a 5th Dan Black Belt in Jujitsu. He has a lifetime of experience in the fields of both judo and jujitsu.
Training at North Weald is on Tuesdays, 7pm for Juniors (5 - 16 years), and from 8pm for Seniors. If you would like to know more, call Sensei Chris Harvey on 01268 281834, Sensei Holly Hudson on 07957 727054, or look at our website www.ParkLodgeJJK.co.uk. Or feel free to pop into the club any Tuesday and see what we do.
North Weald & District Angling Society
140 members.
2 fishing lakes one at North Weald called Seven Springs and the other at Garnes Farm in Leaded Roding, nr Brentwood. Members are welcome to fish at these lakes throughout the year apart from six weeks from May to June when the lakes are closed. Outings each month to Brentwood and Ely on the River Ouse. For more information contact Eddie Austin on 01279 731 217 or e-mail: eddie1austin@yahoo.co.uk
Friendship Force
If you are interested in joining a club that travels to other countries, staying in the homes of members and living as they do, hosting members from other countries and you have access to a car, why not give Joan Simpson a call on 01992 522 464. This club is particularly suitable for single people not wishing travel alone and for couples with the time and means to travel.
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THEYDON BOIS
Theydon Bois Drama Society
They put on many productions to find out more if you wish to join Contact 01992 812 250 or visit www.theydondrama.co.uk
The Lace Club and many other crafts
Including Embroidery, knitting, beadwork, Hardanger and last but not least lace making. Friendly bunch who bring along their work to the Village Hall in Theydon Bois. Even if you do not know how to make lace or knit they will share their skills with you. For further information please contact Mrs L King on
01992 812 058
Theydon Bois Music Society
Contact Mrs B O’Connor on 01992 573 202
Theydon Bois Art Group
Meet at The Village Hall in Theydon Bois
Every Tuesday evening from September 2008
Tel: 01992 812 177 or 07710 015 530 or 07749 707 194
Badminton Club
Evenings only. Theydon Bois Village Hall
01992 813 697 Mr S Golding
Theydon Bois Village Open Gardens
For a great day out. Contact Carol or Graham on 01992 812 250
Theydon Bois Short Mat Bowls
Contact Mr Norris on 01992 812 104
Theydon Bois Tennis Club
Contact Mrs P Walter on 01992 813 485
Le Bois Golf Society
Calling all golfers with a handicap under 28 who wish to play during the coming season at a variety of courses within an hour’s drive of Theydon Bois. Tel: 07736 256 757 for more details
Theydon Bois Horticultural Society
Meet in Theydon Bois Village Hall, Coppice Row
For further info of shows and membership contact
Mrs P Hazlehurst 01992 812 177 or Mrs Turner on 01992 812 652
British Shell Collectors Club
www.britishshellclub.org.uk
An annual shell convention on the last Saturday in April, and the last Saturday in October. featuring an auction of shells and shell-related items and books, members’ exhibits, dealer tales and trading stalls.
These conventions take place at Theydon Bois Village Hall.For further information contact: Daphne Howlett on 01308 5368 353
Country Dance Club
Tel: Mrs Ane Eastwell 01992 812 540
Keep Fit
Mrs A Todd 01279 723 700
Theydon Bois Singers
Mrs Hilary Hedderick 01279 433 098
Theydon Bois Tennis Club
Mrs Pat Walter 01992 813 485
Trimby Dance Club
Mrs Jennifer Schena 01992 812 186
U3A Epping Forest
Mrs Christine doughty 020 8 504 5057
U3A Roding Valley
Mrs Janet Whitehouse 01992 812 503
West Essex Fine Arts Society
Mrs Diana Meteyard 01992 812 465
Womens’ Institute
Mrs Doreen Snell 01992 812 645
Yoga
Mrs Rosemary Stone 01277 890 256
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WALTHAM ABBEY
Abbey Baites Fishing Club
Tel: 01992 788 822 Contact Chris
North Weald & District Angling Society
Tel: 01992 788 822 Contact Chris
Royal Angling Society
Waltham Abbey
Tel: 01992 769 133 David Knight
Waltham Abbey Historical Society
Meet 8pm in Victoria Hall, Greenyard, Waltham Abbey, Essex
www.walthamabbeyhistoricalsociety.org.uk
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WALTHAMSTOW
Greek Theatre Players - Affiliated to APEX Arts
The Arts Council for Waltham Forest
The Greek Theatre Players
This year's production of 'The Tempest' at Copped Hall was our fourth at this magnificent venue. The estate provides us with a fascinating choice of sets, and each performance so far has been sited in a different section of the garden.
The Greek Theatre Players are this year celebrating their 50th Anniversary. They take their name from a unique amphitheatre built in 1924 in the garden of Walthamstow School for Girls. Each year since 1958 they have performed a play, almost without exception a Shakespeare, in this grand, but intimate, and still too little-known venue. With costumes from the Royal Shakespeare Company at Stratford-upon-Avon the company provides high quality entertainment. The 'Players' themselves are from various local theatrical groups, namely the Drama Workshop of Waltham Forest, The Wanstead Players and The Woodhouse Players, and come together once a year to put on a performance of Shakespeare in The Greek Theatre in the grounds of Walthamstow School for Girls, Church Hill, Walthamstow.
This year’s production continues there until Saturday 28th June 2008. For more details about this interesting company please visit our website at www.greektheatreplayers.org.uk or, if you would like further information specifically in respect of this year's production, please telephone 0208-551-2958.
WEST ESSEX
West Essex Ramblers
For a free copy of the full programme and details of how to join: contact 020 8529 6265.
www.westessexramblers.org.uk
West Essex Archaeological Group
Tel: 01992 813 725
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WOODFORD
Bankcrofts Decorative and Fine Art Society
Meetings and various talks given throughout the year.
Tel: 020 8505 7319
Woodford Symphony Orchestra
There are no formal auditions as such, but each new person is offered a term's free attendance, and a mutual decision with the conductor will be made about playing in the forthcoming concert and/or permanent membership towards the end of the term. No general indication of the standard required is made, but members of the orchestra should be able to cope with the demands of major orchestral works after a term's rehearsal. For woodwind and brass players this includes making such transpositions as are necessary to play their instrument from the published orchestral part. (e.g. playing trumpet in E parts on a B flat trumpet). For more information
Tel: 020 8504 7783
web site: www.wsorchestra.org.uk
E-mail: secretary@wsocorchestra.org.uk
Woodford Operatic and Drama Society
www.woads.co.uk
Email: webeditor@woads.co.uk
For further information
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OTHER AREAS
The Really Big Chorus.
This choral society was founded in 1974 and is Britains largest choral society. It is a truly national organisation, with a membership drawn from choral societies throughout the British Isles as well as many thousands of individual singers. TRBC, exists to encourage participation in choral singing by people from all walks of life and also support good causes through its regular Royal Albert Hall concerts organised by Concerts from Scratch. In addition to taking part in these high-profile concerts TRBC members have the opportunity to enjoy choral cruises and undertake extended weekend singing excursions to some of the world’s most exciting cities.
To find out more visit www.trbc.co.uk or write to: The Really Big Chorus, PO Box 1667, Frome, BA11 6YE
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Leisure Activities including:-
Badminton
Bowls
Country care
Dancing
Epping Forest Arts
Golf Gym Training
Petanque
Stepping Out Club
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tea Dances
Tennis
Three Valleys Male Choir
WRVS
Walking
West Essex Ramblers
Yoga, Relaxation, Keep Fit and Seated Exercise
All this in a centre near you:
Epping Sports Centre: 01992 564 564
Ongar Leisure Centre: 01277 363 969
Waltham Abbey Pool: 01992 716 733
Loughton Leisure Centre: 01992 564 574
Waltham Abbey Sports Centre: 01992 716 194
BARKING
Barking Historical Society
Harp House, 16 Helmore Road, Barking, IG11 9HP
Tel: John Blake on 020 8 597 7210 e-mail barkinghistorical@hotmail.com
BLACKMORE
The Blackmore Players
Amateur Drama Society started out in 1969 and have been growing stronger ever since!
Join us on stage or behind the scenes. New members are ALWAYS welcome!
You don't have to be from Blackmore to join! While the core membership is that of village residents, we have people who have stayed loyal after moving out to Ingatestone, Chelmsford and Braintree, as well as new members from Billericay - and even Saffron Waldon!
There's a lot more to amdram than just acting. Every member of the cast and production team are important to the smooth runnning of each show!
Backstage there are plenty of opportunities to help with lighting. sound, direction, costumes and set building and design. On stage we always have an interesting variety of productions! Contact: Jackie 01277 372 386 www.blackmoreplayers.co.uk
The Blackmore Morris Men
Moreton Village Hall
Contact Eric Harrison 01277 227 296
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BUCKHURST HILL
Bedford House, Westbury Lane, Buckhurst Hill
Provides a meeting place for many clubs. They also run various courses for arts, crafts and leisure activities.
For further information contact 020 8504 6668 or e-mail: office@b-h-c-a.org
Buckhurst Hill Wine and Beer Circle.
Meets last Friday of every month at 8pm at: Victory Hall, Hainault Road, Chigwell, Essex. For further info. Don Seaborne on 01992 815 311
Buckhurst Hill Horticultural Society
Extends a welcome to new members. Flower shows in Spring and Summer. Talks given on the first Monday in February, March, October and November at St. James Church, Palmerston Road. Contact:
Tel: 020 8 504 8436 or 020 8 504 3238.
Buckhurst Hill Antiques Club
Are you interested in antiques and would like to learn more? This club could be for you. Meets every Friday evening from September to the end of April at 7:45pm for 8pm at Bedford House, Westbury Road, Buckhurst Hill. For more info. Contact Bedford House on 0208 504 6668.
Buckhurst Hill Duplicate Bridge Club
Tuesday evening 7:15 to 7:30pm start - visitors welcome. Meet Bedford House, Westbury Road, Buckhurst Hill. contact 020 8504 6668 or e-mail: office@b-h-c-a.org
Bedford House Bridge Group
Tuesday evening 8pm - 10pm. - visitors welcome.
Meet at Bedford House, Westbury Rd. Buckhurst Hill. contact 020 8504 6668 or e-mail: office@b-h-c-a.org.
Buckhurst Hill Branch of the Royal British Legion
Always looking for new members. You do not need to have been a member of Her Majesty’s forces. Further info contact George Denny on 020 8505 5958
West Essex Archaeological Group
Based in Buckhurst Hill
Meet in Bedford House, Palmerston Road, Buckhurst Hill. Tel 020 8 514 2767
COOPERSALE
Coopersale Floral Art Society
Tel: 01992 522 442 Mrs M Amos
Coopersale Horticultural Society
Meet third Monday of the month 8pm at Coopersale Village Hall, Institute Road.
Contact Gillian Baker 01992 560 822
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CHIGWELL
Chigwellian Choral Society
The Chigwellian Choral Society is an amateur choral society. The choir currently comprises about 50 singers drawn from a wide area including Epping, Loughton, Woodford, Ilford, Romford and further afield. The choir sings a variety of choral works for four and eight part harmony, ranging from major oratorios to shorter modern pieces to three major concerts each year, performed in St. John's Church, Epping plus a Christmas carol concert.
We meet every Wednesday evening during term time from 19.45 -22.00 in New Hall, Chigwell School Contact name: Joyce Read Tel: 0208 504 8443
www.chigwellians.org.uk
DEBDEN
Monday Fellowship Club (Scrabble)
Come and play scrabble from 1pm to 4pm every Monday. Meet Barrington Hall, Barrington Close, Barrington Road, Debden. 50p for tea and biscuits
Mrs Parks on Tel: 020 8 281 1998
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DODDINGHURST
Arts & Crafts Circle
Wednesday (Doddinghurst)
The Priests House
beside All Saints Church, Doddinghurst
Time: 9.45am
Info: 01277 365046
New members always welcome
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EPPING
French Circle
Would you like to practise your French? Join this group to have a very relaxed and informal social evening speaking French. You have to have a good grounding in French, as only French is spoken throughout the evening, although you do not need to be fluent. They meet once a fortnight during term time and at the moment there are 10 members who take it in turn to meet at each other’s homes. For further information contact Laura Brookes on 020 8500 1243.
Laura is also starting up a Dutch and German group.
The Trimby Dance Club
For those of you who know how to do Greek dancing and would like to practise.
Weekly sessions with a fun group who make their own choreographing.
Tel: 01992 812 186
Epping Sports Club
Try your hand at bowls, tennis or cricket.
Tel: 01992 576 300
Epping Music Society
With music to suit all tastes, Epping Music Society provides the answer. The new season of concerts starts on Monday 15th October with a recital for Four Hands on one piano. The pianists are Gillian Jenkins and Nathaniel Brawn. Next, on 19th November, will be the Crofton Singers, with a selection of songs from their wide repertoire.
In the New Year, the the programme will continue with a song recital, two piano trios, and a recital of music for violin and piano with David Silkoff and Miriam Kramer. To round off the season a visit has been arranged to a concert at the refurbished Festival Hall on the South Bank on May 23rd.
All Epping concerts take place in the Friends' Meeting House in Hemnall Street. Non members are welcome - pay at the door. For further information concerning concerts and membership please phone the Secretary Margaret Gracey, tel.01992 572167 or the Treasurer Frank Bill, tel. 574704.
The Epping Railway Circle
They have a large ‘00’ gauge model railway called Tanglewood Common. It is 20 feet long and members bring their own rolling stock to see it running on the layout. They erect and operate the layout every third Monday of the month. People interest in learning how to get involved in this hobby can come along to learn from experienced modellers. Contact Dave Karaskas on 01992 573 262.
Epping & District Dog Training Club
Meets every Tuesday evening. Contact Lyn Turner on 01992 577 587 or turn up at Toot Hil Village Hall on Tuesday at 7:30pm.
Epping Art Society
Each month a talk is given on a particular painter or style of painting. These talks are open to non members. However, you do not need to be a talented painter to join just have lots of enthusiasm. Contact 01992 560 807
Epping Forest Cine & Video Club
Mr Ellis Tel: 01992 574 471
Epping Forest Band
This is a brass band and they have their own rehearsal room. A formal audition is not always necessary. However, they are a contesting band competing in a minimum of 3 contests a year, so a certain standard needs to be achieved, but al are welcome to go along, sit in and see how it goes. Contact Keith Hedges on 020 8281 1599.
Epping Archers
They meet at the Abercrombie Centre, Harlow on Monday nights from 8:15pm to 10:15pm. The Juniors aged 8 to 18 now have two sessions, one a the Queens Hal Community Centre, North Weald on Tuesdays from 4:30pm to 6:00pm and a new one at the Abercrombie centre on Mondays from 6:15pm to 7:45pm. A beginners course for both adults and juniors runs for six weeks. For further information contact Gordon Tigar on 01279 654 032
Epping WEA (Workers Educational Association)
Is Britain’s major voluntary adult education organisation which believes that education should be lifelong. They run courses in Art History, Ancient and Medieval History, Literature, Drama on stage and screen and Wetland Ecology and many more. Contact Pat Dale on 020 8281 1536
Epping Tennis Club in Lower Bury Lane
Contact Helen Offord 01992 576 300
Epping Netball Club
Training sessions every Weds 7 – 8pm Epping Sports Centre Main Hall.
Ages 14 - 50+
Matches are played in Harlow on alternate Tuesdays
New players are always welcome – just turn up or contact Lisa Matthews Club Chairman on 07702 440796.
The Box – A social space and information point for young People in Epping.
136A High Street, Epping Tel: 01992 577 300
W: www.TheBoxEpping.org.uk
Change the Record – Princes Trust
Tel: 01992 767 167
Epping Runners
Tel: 01992 575 366
Epping Bell Ringers
Practice every Monday evening
At St. John’s Tower
Tel: 01992 767 873
Epping Forest Stroke Cub
Tel: 01992 729 100
Out of School Club
St. Albans Church Tel: 01992 578 322
Epping Forest Conservation Volunteers
Tel: 020 8 505 4876
Epping Forest District Museum
Tel 01992 716 882
aoconnor@eppingforestdc.gov.uk
Friends of Copped Hall
Contact Sylvia Keith on 01992 815 480 or Trevor Roberts on 01992 571 657
Epping Horticultural Society
Gina Johnson on 01992 570 251
Epping Rotary Club
Contact Tony Harvey on 01992 572 867
Karate Cub – Te Ashi Do
Andy Major, President of the Karate club has over 30 years experience in Karate and currently holds a 4th dan certificate.
Classes for children begin at age 5 years and are split according to age and ability. Junior Classes are held on:
Mondays at St. Giles Hall, Nazeing;
Tuesdays Theydon Bois Village Hall;
Wednesdays Epping Hall, St. Johns Road;
Thursdays Loughton Leisure Centre;
Fridays Epping Sports Centre, Hemnell St.
Times vary from 4pm to 6.30pm
Adults classes are held at:
Loughton Leisure Centre on Mondays from 7pm-8pm. Epping Hall on Wednesdays from 7.30pm -9.00pm and Epping Sports Centre on Friday from 7.30pm-8.30pm. For details telephone 01992 577 075 or visit www.teashido.co.uk
Epping and District Fuchsia Society
Contact Mr Les Gibbons on 01992 573 764
Friends of Guiding
Contact Mrs J Simmance on 01992 814 410
Arts and Crafts Group
Sarah Miller on Tel: 01992 575 823
Epping Football Club
Te: 07884 233 674 Ian Corner
Ballet Classes in St. John’s Hall, Epping
For information contact 07783 940 084
Epping Town Old Peoples’ Welfare Association
An independent Organisation not subsidised by Epping Forest District Council. They organise coach trips, lunches, teas and many activities. Contact 01992 573 385
Epping Forest Outdoor Group
For walkers or cyclists
Meet Thursdays 8pm to 10pm
Rovsco Hall, Holly Bush Hill, Nr. Snaresbrook Station
Weekends away, day activities are varied, from games, barbecues, quizzes, social events and guest speakers.
Tel: Maz 01992 573 638 or Peter 07960 205 921
www.communigate.co.uk/london/efog
The Copped Hall Trust
Copped Hall was built in 1750-8 by the architect John Sanderson for the owner John Conyers. The mansion was extended in 1895 for the then owner E J Wythes. The Mansion was burnt down in 1917 and asset striped in 1950. The M25 was built through a corner of the Grade II listed landscaped park in 1980.
The Mansion is superbly sited on high ground at the end of a ridge. Like many of these houses, it was built on an ancient site of human habitation. Recorded history starts in 13th century when there was a mansion on the site. The Abbots of Waltham held the property from 1350 until 1537 when Henry VIII took it from them. Elizabeth 1 gave the estate to Sir Thomas Heneage who built a substantial mansion incorporating parts of the earlier building. Almost all of this structure was pulled down in 1750 when the present house was built on a site a few hundred yards to the south east. The Copped Hall Trust has made substantial progress in the last 13 years to restore the mansion to its former glory. There are many functions held at Copped Hall and every third Sunday in the month there is a guided tour which is very interesting and you can see how the Mansion is gradually being restored. For more information of events visit their website at www.coppedhalltrusst.org.uk or see the Out and About section in our paper.
Ikebana Study Group – Japanese Art of Flower Arranging
Ikebana is the art of Japanese flower arranging
Ikebana is quite different from the Western flower arranging and appeals to people of various backgrounds and ages whether they are already flower arrangers or not, male or female.
People taking part in my informal and friendly lessons pay £10.- for the flowers, tea/coffee provided, and I also lend the necessary containers. We speak about the Japanese way of life, sometimes make sushi. It is a weekly social gathering. For further information contact Martine Gracey on telephone number is 01992 571 839.
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ESSEX
Essex Rock and Mineral Society
The Essex Rock & Mineral Society is an amateur geological society which aims to cater for a wide spectrum of ages, expertise & interests in rocks, minerals, fossils and lapidary. We have a full lecture programme throughout the year at our monthly meetings. These are held in Hornchurch on the second Tuesday of every month starting at 8pm. If you are in the area or just passing through and wish to attend the odd meeting, please do so as our guest (no charge). Additionally, for members, there are numerous organized field trips throughout the year. The Essex Rock & Mineral Society was founded in 1967 to promote interest in Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, and Lapidary. Membership Secretary: John Lacy, 3 Norton Hall Cottages, Norton Mandeville, High Ongar, Essex. CM5 9RT. Tele: 01277 364874 www.erms.org
The Essex Birdwatching Society
Society for al birdwatchers in Essex
www.essexbirdwatchsoc.co.uk
Meet at The Friends Meeting House in Rainsford Road, Chelmsford. On first Friday of the month
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HARLOW
Harlow Chorus
Very well known choir. Beginners welcome. Courses run. Contact 01279 726 806
Dance Circle – Old Harlow and Ilford
Dance in a circle no need for a partner to music from all over the world. Greek Dances, French, Irish etc. Beautiful music. Contact Pat Woods on 07732 516 017
St. John’s Arts and Recreation Centre
Market Street, Old Harlow
Tel: 01279 442 447 info@stjohnsarc.org.uk
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INGATESTONE
Dance Circle – Ingatestone
The Parish Rooms, Stock Lane.
Dance in a circle no need for a partner to music from all over the world. Greek Dances, French, Irish etc. Beautiful music. Contact Jan Shedel on 01277 352213
Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
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LEE VALLEY PARK
A VISIT TO The Lee Valley Regional Park will reward you with the spectacle of many beautiful birds
Helpers are on hand at weekends to loan out telescopes and information. Visit the Bittern Watchpoint which is signposted from Fishers Green entrance car park, River Lee Country Park, Stubbins Hall Lane, off the B194 just north of Waltham Abbey, Essex Open daily from October to March 10am to 4m. For details about the watchpoint and activities contact the RSPB on 01295 676 445 or 01992 702 200. www.rspb.org.uk/brilliant
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LEYTON
Leyton Wine and Beer Circle
Meet every First Thursday in the month at Snakes Lane, Woodford,
Tel: 020 8 504 7632
LEYTONSTONE
The Woodhouse Players (Amateur Dramatic Soc)
Meet at the Welsh church in Leytonstone
For more info. Contact 020 8 504 3872
www.woodhouseplayers.co.uk
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LOUGHTON
Essex Handicrafts Association
Venue: Trinity Church Hall, Mannock Drive, Loughton, Essex
Time: 7:45pm to 9:45pm
Monthly meetings to complete a project for the evening.
Example: Fabric folding; Crochet; Sow it and see; love purses; beaded bracelet; cards and candles.
Tel: 020 8281 1850 for further information
British Legion
Always looking for new members. You do not have to be or have been a member of HM British Forces.
Plenty of social activities. Bar facilities
Quiz nights etc.
St. John’s Wives, Loughton
Meet on 1st and 3rd Monday in the month
8pm at St John’s Parish Hall, Loughton
Loughton and District Historical Society
Loughton Methodist Church, Loughton High Road
More information to follow
East 15 Acting School
Hatfields, Corbett Threatre, Rectory Lane, Loughton IG10 3RY
Tel: 020 8 508 5983
Loughton Fencing Club
First two evenings are free equipment supplied. Meets every Wednesday between 7:30pm and 9:30am.
Ages from 8 to 80. Contact Aubrey Crick on 01992 532 462
Loughton Camera Club
Beginners welcome. Mix in and learn from shared experiences.
Contact John Banks on 020 8 508 4199
Loughton Astronomical Society
Every Thursday evening at 8pm. Also Astrokyds meet every second Friday of the month from 6:30.
In the Scouts Hall in Loughton Lane, Theydon Bois.
Contact Brian Morton on 01992 815 804 www.las-astro.org.uk
Forest Creative Writers
Done your shopping and your chores
And might be turning into one of those bores
Who moans about having nothing to do?
Well, here’s the answer, just for you!
Something that is most inviting:-
JOIN OUR GROUP FOR CREATIVE WRITING
From quarter to one ‘til quarter to three
Thursdays at Loughton Library.
For further information contact Midge on 020 8504 1261 or Mo on 020 8504 8812
Roding and Loughton Chess Club
Meets every Tuesday from 7pm to 10pm at Loughton Bowling Club Ltd. Seven Acre Rise, Loughton.
Junior section Epping Forest Junior Chessmates ages from 7 to 18. Expert tuition provided and games. For further information contact John Campbell on 020 8508 1141
Stamp Club
Meet Roding Valley High School
Music Room 1 Alderton Hill, Loughton
Tel: 020 8505 5620
Loughton Amateur Dramatic Society
Contact 020 8 279 1249 Howard Platt
Our season runs from the end of August to the end of June and during that time LADS produces four shows typically in October, January, March and June. All rehearsals and productions are at Lopping Hall, High Road, Loughton. Rehearsals are on every Monday night plus one or two other nights during the week. We also have social activities throughout the year being dinners, lunches, quiz nights, ten-pin bowling etc. Membership of LADS is £18 per year. www.lads.org.uk
Loughton Operatic Society
Contact Rowena Radcliffe
Tel: 01992 575 503 e-mail los@jollygoodshow.co.uk
Music of Loughton Music Company
Methodist Church, 260 High Road Loughton
Tel: 020 8502 3071
www.Music-At-LMC.org.uk
Music@LMC started in 1988 as a result of musical interest both inside the Church and from the local community. With this in mind we extend a warm welcome to all, regardless of any faith commitment, or none.
Our aim is to encourage young musicians at the beginning of their professional careers and to bring to the local community music of the highest quality. To provide a venue for music-lovers in the Loughton area to enjoy live classical music without having to journey into London.
Over the years we have been treated to concerts by many soloists and groups that have gone on to perform in premier locations around the country and internationally. Standards have been high and whilst we are now broadening the appeal of Music@LMC, the aims remain the same and the search for new and experienced talent goes on.
We hope that you will enjoy this season and we look forward to seeing you as much as possible.
Loughton Cricket Club
The Uplands, Loughton
New Vistas – Talks on varied and interesting topics
Meet at the Loughton Cricket Club
On 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 1:45 to 4:00pm
Tel: 020 8 281 7136
Loughton Bell Ringers
The Guild of Ringers of St. John the Baptist, Loughton. Meet St. John’s Tower for practice every Tuesday evening from 7:30 to 9pm
Tel Tower Captain on 020 8508 3435
Loughton and Epping WEA (Workers Education Association)
They hold various courses on most subjects throughout the year and organise trips to places of interest such as the Lullingtstone Roman Villa in Kent; Ely Cathedral; Richborough Castle and many more. They also organise holidays to places of historical interest. Tel: 020 8 281 1536 or Margaret on 020 8 505 5141 www.wea.org.uk
Taoist Tai Chi
St. Edmunds Church, Trapps Hill, Loughton,
Taoist Tai Chi is an ancient system of exercise developed in China but only recently known in the West. Its practice helps the body regain natural health and retain good physical condition.
The Society also has other venues in Chingford and South Woodford as well as a beginner’s class in Roding High School, Loughton.
Tel: 020 8504 9808 for further information
Are You A Bookworm?
St. John’s Literature Group
We are a friendly crowd who enjoy talking about anything we have read especially during the tea and biscuit break, when the refreshments are provided by volunteers. At Christmas the meeting is much more festive.
Occasionally the group is fortunate enough to have the pleasure of listening to a guest speaker who gives both the introduction and a short presentation of a book of his choice. Otherwise the group members always select a book and a volunteer kindly introduces it. Comments may be full and free but are never acrimonious.
The selection of the next book can take time when various suggestions are put forward but eventually on a vote a choice is made.
Anyone who is a lover of books and enjoys a discussion is welcome. The literature Group is pleased to greet new members who would add variety of ideas and share the pleasure of reading. All ages welcome, from teenagers to the retired.
For further information please contact Jim Retter on 020 8508 3072 or Stan Wythe on 020 8508 5730.
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ONGAR
Arts and Crafts Circle
Tel: 01277 365 046
Ongar Boxing Club
Tel: 01277 362 310
Epping – Ongar Railway
http://eorailway.co.uk
Tai Chi
Tel: 01277 821 414
Ongar Dance Circle
WRVS Hall in Bansons Way
Dance in a circle no need for a partner to music from all over the world. Greek Dances, French, Irish etc. Beautiful music. Contact Jill Hope 01277 363 085
Computer Drop In At Theatre Resource, Chipping Ongar
Sessions for young people and adults interest in using computers and art software. Every Thursday 3pm to 7pm and every Saturday 8:30am to 12:30pm
Drop in sessions supported by our ICT co-ordinator where you can get started on a computer, surf the internet for free do homework and assignments, or download and print photos and use programmes such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Pubisher, Photoshop, Quark Express, Dreamweaver and Final Cut Pro. These sessions are for beginners or experienced artists or computer enthusiasts.
Ongar Wine Circle
Essex House, Castle Street, Ongar
Lots of wine tasting. Talks on various subjects and outings to vineyards and breweries.
Contact David Tester on 01277 363 268
Ongar Photographic Club
Meet every other Tuesday 7:45 start
St. Martins Church Rooms Castle Street.
01277 362 327 Contact Neil Madden
www.ongarphotoclub.co.uk
Ongar Juniors U15s Football Association
We are an FA Charter Standard Development Club and are looking to strengthen our team for next season. Ideally we need some defensively-minded, tough tacklers who need to be of a reasonable standard with a good level of fitness. However, players in other positions will still be given a warm welcome. We train on Saturday mornings at Chipping Ongar Primary School between 9am and 10.30am and our home ground is Love Lane, Ongar. We are a very friendly team and our Manager and Coach are both FA qualified. Any boys interested in attending some initial training sessions or if you just need some further information, please contact our Manager, Howard Gladwin, on 01277 365539 or 07821 327248 or by email on hgladwin@lineone.net
Ongar Music Club
Concerts take place in the Budworth Hall, Ongar
Plenty of parking space.
Contact Jean Hall on 01277 899 337
Ongar Historical Society
Meet Great Stoney, Ongar
Tel: 01277 363 722
Singing For Pleasure
Every Wednesday evening at the Adult Learning Centre in Ongar.
Have fun and learn to sing and read music.
Sing from shows such as South Pacific and a mixture of unison and part singing.
Tel: Frances on 01277 651970
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NORTH WEALD
North Weald Cricket Club
Tel: 01992 522677
North Weald Motor Sport
Tel: 020 7485 0473
The Holden F5 Steam Locomotive Trust
Tel: 01992 523595
Park Lodge Jujitsu Club - North Weald
Park Lodge Judo Jujitsu Kai started many years ago in Wickford, and now has several locations in south east Essex, and in Buckinghamshire. The North Weald club runs on Tuesday nights, and has been a popular club with both kids and adults for several years.
The club is run by Sensei Chris Harvey, a 5th Dan Black Belt in Jujitsu. He has a lifetime of experience in the fields of both judo and jujitsu.
Training at North Weald is on Tuesdays, 7pm for Juniors (5 - 16 years), and from 8pm for Seniors. If you would like to know more, call Sensei Chris Harvey on 01268 281834, Sensei Holly Hudson on 07957 727054, or look at our website www.ParkLodgeJJK.co.uk. Or feel free to pop into the club any Tuesday and see what we do.
North Weald & District Angling Society
140 members.
2 fishing lakes one at North Weald called Seven Springs and the other at Garnes Farm in Leaded Roding, nr Brentwood. Members are welcome to fish at these lakes throughout the year apart from six weeks from May to June when the lakes are closed. Outings each month to Brentwood and Ely on the River Ouse. For more information contact Eddie Austin on 01279 731 217 or e-mail: eddie1austin@yahoo.co.uk
Friendship Force
If you are interested in joining a club that travels to other countries, staying in the homes of members and living as they do, hosting members from other countries and you have access to a car, why not give Joan Simpson a call on 01992 522 464. This club is particularly suitable for single people not wishing travel alone and for couples with the time and means to travel.
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THEYDON BOIS
Theydon Bois Drama Society
They put on many productions to find out more if you wish to join Contact 01992 812 250 or visit www.theydondrama.co.uk
The Lace Club and many other crafts
Including Embroidery, knitting, beadwork, Hardanger and last but not least lace making. Friendly bunch who bring along their work to the Village Hall in Theydon Bois. Even if you do not know how to make lace or knit they will share their skills with you. For further information please contact Mrs L King on
01992 812 058
Theydon Bois Music Society
Contact Mrs B O’Connor on 01992 573 202
Theydon Bois Art Group
Meet at The Village Hall in Theydon Bois
Every Tuesday evening from September 2008
Tel: 01992 812 177 or 07710 015 530 or 07749 707 194
Badminton Club
Evenings only. Theydon Bois Village Hall
01992 813 697 Mr S Golding
Theydon Bois Village Open Gardens
For a great day out. Contact Carol or Graham on 01992 812 250
Theydon Bois Short Mat Bowls
Contact Mr Norris on 01992 812 104
Theydon Bois Tennis Club
Contact Mrs P Walter on 01992 813 485
Le Bois Golf Society
Calling all golfers with a handicap under 28 who wish to play during the coming season at a variety of courses within an hour’s drive of Theydon Bois. Tel: 07736 256 757 for more details
Theydon Bois Horticultural Society
Meet in Theydon Bois Village Hall, Coppice Row
For further info of shows and membership contact
Mrs P Hazlehurst 01992 812 177 or Mrs Turner on 01992 812 652
British Shell Collectors Club
www.britishshellclub.org.uk
An annual shell convention on the last Saturday in April, and the last Saturday in October. featuring an auction of shells and shell-related items and books, members’ exhibits, dealer tales and trading stalls.
These conventions take place at Theydon Bois Village Hall.For further information contact: Daphne Howlett on 01308 5368 353
Country Dance Club
Tel: Mrs Ane Eastwell 01992 812 540
Keep Fit
Mrs A Todd 01279 723 700
Theydon Bois Singers
Mrs Hilary Hedderick 01279 433 098
Theydon Bois Tennis Club
Mrs Pat Walter 01992 813 485
Trimby Dance Club
Mrs Jennifer Schena 01992 812 186
U3A Epping Forest
Mrs Christine doughty 020 8 504 5057
U3A Roding Valley
Mrs Janet Whitehouse 01992 812 503
West Essex Fine Arts Society
Mrs Diana Meteyard 01992 812 465
Womens’ Institute
Mrs Doreen Snell 01992 812 645
Yoga
Mrs Rosemary Stone 01277 890 256
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WALTHAM ABBEY
Abbey Baites Fishing Club
Tel: 01992 788 822 Contact Chris
North Weald & District Angling Society
Tel: 01992 788 822 Contact Chris
Royal Angling Society
Waltham Abbey
Tel: 01992 769 133 David Knight
Waltham Abbey Historical Society
Meet 8pm in Victoria Hall, Greenyard, Waltham Abbey, Essex
www.walthamabbeyhistoricalsociety.org.uk
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WALTHAMSTOW
Greek Theatre Players - Affiliated to APEX Arts
The Arts Council for Waltham Forest
The Greek Theatre Players
This year's production of 'The Tempest' at Copped Hall was our fourth at this magnificent venue. The estate provides us with a fascinating choice of sets, and each performance so far has been sited in a different section of the garden.
The Greek Theatre Players are this year celebrating their 50th Anniversary. They take their name from a unique amphitheatre built in 1924 in the garden of Walthamstow School for Girls. Each year since 1958 they have performed a play, almost without exception a Shakespeare, in this grand, but intimate, and still too little-known venue. With costumes from the Royal Shakespeare Company at Stratford-upon-Avon the company provides high quality entertainment. The 'Players' themselves are from various local theatrical groups, namely the Drama Workshop of Waltham Forest, The Wanstead Players and The Woodhouse Players, and come together once a year to put on a performance of Shakespeare in The Greek Theatre in the grounds of Walthamstow School for Girls, Church Hill, Walthamstow.
This year’s production continues there until Saturday 28th June 2008. For more details about this interesting company please visit our website at www.greektheatreplayers.org.uk or, if you would like further information specifically in respect of this year's production, please telephone 0208-551-2958.
WEST ESSEX
West Essex Ramblers
For a free copy of the full programme and details of how to join: contact 020 8529 6265.
www.westessexramblers.org.uk
West Essex Archaeological Group
Tel: 01992 813 725
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WOODFORD
Bankcrofts Decorative and Fine Art Society
Meetings and various talks given throughout the year.
Tel: 020 8505 7319
Woodford Symphony Orchestra
There are no formal auditions as such, but each new person is offered a term's free attendance, and a mutual decision with the conductor will be made about playing in the forthcoming concert and/or permanent membership towards the end of the term. No general indication of the standard required is made, but members of the orchestra should be able to cope with the demands of major orchestral works after a term's rehearsal. For woodwind and brass players this includes making such transpositions as are necessary to play their instrument from the published orchestral part. (e.g. playing trumpet in E parts on a B flat trumpet). For more information
Tel: 020 8504 7783
web site: www.wsorchestra.org.uk
E-mail: secretary@wsocorchestra.org.uk
Woodford Operatic and Drama Society
www.woads.co.uk
Email: webeditor@woads.co.uk
For further information
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OTHER AREAS
The Really Big Chorus.
This choral society was founded in 1974 and is Britains largest choral society. It is a truly national organisation, with a membership drawn from choral societies throughout the British Isles as well as many thousands of individual singers. TRBC, exists to encourage participation in choral singing by people from all walks of life and also support good causes through its regular Royal Albert Hall concerts organised by Concerts from Scratch. In addition to taking part in these high-profile concerts TRBC members have the opportunity to enjoy choral cruises and undertake extended weekend singing excursions to some of the world’s most exciting cities.
To find out more visit www.trbc.co.uk or write to: The Really Big Chorus, PO Box 1667, Frome, BA11 6YE
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Clubs & Societies throughout the Epping Forest District
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Coming soon
College Operatic Society
The Operatic Society has been going now since 1938 and is based in Waltham Forest College. They rehearse every Tuesday and Thurs evening
Every Summer and Christmas they put on a production.
This Christmas 2008 they are presenting songs over the last 70 years as it’s their 70th anniversary. To join you would need basic skills in acting, singing and dance. Ages range from 16 to 60+. For more information contact Doreen Harding on 020 8 539 9474. or visit www.collegeoperatic.co.uk
The Operatic Society has been going now since 1938 and is based in Waltham Forest College. They rehearse every Tuesday and Thurs evening
Every Summer and Christmas they put on a production.
This Christmas 2008 they are presenting songs over the last 70 years as it’s their 70th anniversary. To join you would need basic skills in acting, singing and dance. Ages range from 16 to 60+. For more information contact Doreen Harding on 020 8 539 9474. or visit www.collegeoperatic.co.uk
Ongar Art Society
The Ongar Art Society was formed from people drawn together by the common love of all things to do with art and craft. There are no barriers, no age limit, no political significance; all are welcome. It is not necessary for a member to be an artist; anyone interested in art may have something of value to contribute or gain from joining us.
We meet on the second Thursday of each month between 8.00 – 10.00 pm in St Martin’s Church Hall, Castle Street, Ongar. Our programme includes demrganise one day workshoonstrations, criticisms, talks and slides on a variety of subjects which are related to art and craft. There are also various outings from time to time visiting art exhibitions and galleries. We also ops for members.
The Annual Art Exhibition, which is held in Budworth Hall, is our most important event, serving as a shop window for members’ work. All members are very welcome to enter work into the exhibition.
If you are interested in the Society, why nor come to one of our meetings, or alternatively contact our secretary, Olive Searle on 01277 362305.
The Ongar Art Society was formed from people drawn together by the common love of all things to do with art and craft. There are no barriers, no age limit, no political significance; all are welcome. It is not necessary for a member to be an artist; anyone interested in art may have something of value to contribute or gain from joining us.
We meet on the second Thursday of each month between 8.00 – 10.00 pm in St Martin’s Church Hall, Castle Street, Ongar. Our programme includes demrganise one day workshoonstrations, criticisms, talks and slides on a variety of subjects which are related to art and craft. There are also various outings from time to time visiting art exhibitions and galleries. We also ops for members.
The Annual Art Exhibition, which is held in Budworth Hall, is our most important event, serving as a shop window for members’ work. All members are very welcome to enter work into the exhibition.
If you are interested in the Society, why nor come to one of our meetings, or alternatively contact our secretary, Olive Searle on 01277 362305.
Toy and Train Fair
24th July, 25th September and 27th November
Times - From 7pm - 9pm, at the Village Hall, Coppice Row, Theydon Bois, Essex CM16 7ER The event is a chance for anyone interested in traditional toys, i.e. trains, cars, buses, to buy, sell, swap or obtain valuations on their models, also a chance to buy the latest models. Most people who have tables at the event are collectors themselves. Joe Lock, the organizer is a member of the Bluebell Railway in Sussex, also a member of the Hornby Railway Collectors' Association, who has an interest in the original Hornby Dublo railway system. For any further information please contact Joe on 01992 467967. There is a modest admission price of £1 for adults and 50p for concessions
Chapel End Savoy Players – Gilbert and Sullivan, Savoy Operas
We are a friendly local operatic and dramatic group based in Walthamstow/Chingford specialising in the works of Gilbert and Sullivan
Especially the comic operas known as the Savoy Operas.
We perform one opera annually in May at the Deaton Theatre, Forest School, Snaresbrook, London, E17. In the past we have been invited to perform at the Chingford and Leytonstone Festivals as well as at other venues. We also perform an annual autumn concert in late September and early October featuring songs by many composers, including Gilbert and Sullivan as well as songs from musicals. This takes place at St. John’s Church, Walthamstow, London, E17. We rehearse every Tuesday night from 8pm to 10pm at St. John’s Church, E1. If you are interested in joining us please contact Marjorie Offord on 020 8529 3143 or e-mail secretary.cesp@virgin.net. Alternatively you can visit our website at www.cesp.org.uk
We are a friendly local operatic and dramatic group based in Walthamstow/Chingford specialising in the works of Gilbert and Sullivan
Especially the comic operas known as the Savoy Operas.
We perform one opera annually in May at the Deaton Theatre, Forest School, Snaresbrook, London, E17. In the past we have been invited to perform at the Chingford and Leytonstone Festivals as well as at other venues. We also perform an annual autumn concert in late September and early October featuring songs by many composers, including Gilbert and Sullivan as well as songs from musicals. This takes place at St. John’s Church, Walthamstow, London, E17. We rehearse every Tuesday night from 8pm to 10pm at St. John’s Church, E1. If you are interested in joining us please contact Marjorie Offord on 020 8529 3143 or e-mail secretary.cesp@virgin.net. Alternatively you can visit our website at www.cesp.org.uk
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The Meljon Singers
Since their foundation in 1990, The Meljon Singers have built an enviable reputation for the quality of their music-making. Working with unaccompanied voices and small instrumental groupings, they seek to stretch the boundaries of conventional programming, and to create fresh and vivid concert experiences for their audiences. They are at the forefront in championing neglected works and new composers as well as revisiting gems of the choral repertoire such as their forthcoming performance of Britten’s St Nicolas
Well-known in their local area of Redbridge, they also perform in central London and abroad. Plans are currently under way for tours to Italy in 2009 and Israel as part of Meljon’s 20th Anniversary Season in 2010.
The Meljon Singers occasionally have vacancies for new voices, and welcome applications from enthusiastic singers with sound musical experience and good sight-reading ability. For more information, please visit www.meljon.org.uk or email secretary@meljon.org.uk
Since their foundation in 1990, The Meljon Singers have built an enviable reputation for the quality of their music-making. Working with unaccompanied voices and small instrumental groupings, they seek to stretch the boundaries of conventional programming, and to create fresh and vivid concert experiences for their audiences. They are at the forefront in championing neglected works and new composers as well as revisiting gems of the choral repertoire such as their forthcoming performance of Britten’s St Nicolas
Well-known in their local area of Redbridge, they also perform in central London and abroad. Plans are currently under way for tours to Italy in 2009 and Israel as part of Meljon’s 20th Anniversary Season in 2010.
The Meljon Singers occasionally have vacancies for new voices, and welcome applications from enthusiastic singers with sound musical experience and good sight-reading ability. For more information, please visit www.meljon.org.uk or email secretary@meljon.org.uk
