Let us introduce you to OpenHouse
This is a programme of many activities hosted by members of the church - such as sports and arts, picnics and board games - that will be happening up until our Church Weekend Away in July. It is a great opportunity to build friendships and connections with each other and also a chance to invite friends along. All are welcome!
Week 1
5th - 11th May
Thursday 9th May 2024
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Braithwaite, ALD
SIGN UP REQUIRED
Stretch Class
Saturday 11th May 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tablot Heath
Join Sue Clark for a stroll on a Saturday
Saturday Stroll
Meet Sue Clark at the car park at the end of Mayford Road for a walk on the heath, with a chance to spot a Dartford Warbler! Suitable for all ages, and dogs welcome on leads.
Friday 10th May 2024
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Branksome Chine
Beach trip!!
Beach meet/ swim
Join Hannah Skaife and friends at Branksome Chine Beach for a hot drink, a chat and a swim! Bring your own drink and blanket/chair
Week 2
12th - 18th May
Sunday 12th May 2024
3:15 - 4:30 PM
Branksome Rec
Want to play sport? Come along to the Rec!
Sports
Come and join Chris Clarke and Blessings Chibamba to learn and play football, volleyball, ultimate frisbee etc! Open to all ages and stages - families welcome. Bring your friends! Or feel free to bring a chair and watch the action with a flask!
Tuesday 14th May 2024
7:30 - 9:00 PM
Back Room, ASH
The Stamps and Abi are going to be talking about parenting.
Parenting course
Come and join Rich & Viks Stamp and Abi McGinley for positive parenting techniques for busy parents and carers.
Friday 17th May 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Gatehouse, ASH
Join us at Gatehouse for some crafts.
Crafts
Come and join Lesley Absolom and Jan O'Connor and have a go at crafts such as macrame, decoupage and card making. Or feel free to bring along your own crafts. Hot drinks and cake provided.
Monday 13th May 2024
7:30 - 9:00 PM
Burridge Hall, ALD
Want to play?
Board Games
Come and join in our board games night with the Bertrands, McGinleys or Clarkes- feel free to bring one you like to play with others or come ready to learn a new game.
Thursday 16th May 2024
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Braithwaite, ALD
SIGN UP REQUIRED
Stretch Class
Week 3
19th - 25th May
Sunday 19th May 2024
3:15 - 4:30 PM
Branksome Rec
Want to play sport? Come along to the Rec!
Sports
Come and join Chris Clarke and Blessings Chibamba to learn and play football, volleyball, ultimate frisbee etc! Open to all ages and stages - families welcome. Bring your friends! Or feel free to bring a chair and watch the action with a flask!
Thursday 23rd May 2024
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Braithwaite, ALD
SIGN UP REQUIRED
Stretch Class
Friday 24th May 2024
6:00 - 8:00 PM
ALD
Come and join us!
Asado
Join Matt Hosier in barbecuing.
If you are a member it is £4 per head, and if you are a guest you can come for free!
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Pay on the day
Monday 20th May 2023
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Meet by fire doors at ASH
Join us on a bike ride!
Cycling Group
Come for an evening bike ride to meet new people and improve your fitness! Meet Clare & Graham Rabjohns and Matt Nicholson by the double doors to the side of 502 Ashley road and don't forget your bike lights!
Friday 24th May 2024
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Branksome Chine
Beach Trip!!
Beach Meet/ swim
Join us at the Branksome Chine Beach for a catch-up and hot drink. Some of us will be having a sea swim as well so feel free to join in or relax with a drink! Bring your own drink and blanket/chair!
Week 4
26th MAy - 1st June
Sunday 26th May 2024
3:15 - 4:30 PM
Branksome Rec
Want to play sport? Come along to the Rec!
Sports
Come and join Chris Clarke and Blessings Chibamba to learn and play football, volleyball, ultimate frisbee etc! Open to all ages and stages - families welcome. Bring your friends! Or feel free to bring a chair and watch the action with a flask!
Saturday 1st June 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Hamworthy Common
Join Nick Mudge for a walk!
Nature Walk
Meet at the Hamworthy common car park (found through Rockley Park Caravan site) - parking is £2 all day. Not wheelchair or buggy friendly
Friday 31st May 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Gatehouse, ASH
Join us for crafts at Gatehouse
Craft
Come and join Lesley Absolom and Jan O'Connor and have a go at crafts such as macrame, decoupage and card making. Or feel free to bring along your own crafts. Hot drinks and cake provided.
Saturday 1st June 2024
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Ody Hall, ALD
SIGN UP REQUIRED
Ladies Pamper Eve
Come along to our ladies pamper evening where we’ll have head massage and nail painting among other things as well as refreshments so come ready to relax and unwind! We’d love you to bring a friend along too! CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
