greyfriars community centre logo

We need your support, please click here to donate

Blog

Home E Blog

Blog

What’s On / News / General Information

Please note that this blog forms part of our archive and some events may have already passed.

For Social Feeds, please click the icons below.

Ringpex 2026

Ringpex 2026

Calling all treasure hunters, and stamp lovers! The Ringwood Philatelic Society is thrilled to...

read more
Fridge Fundraiser

Fridge Fundraiser

Did you know it costs around £1,000 a year just to keep our Community Fridge running? Behind the...

read more

Facebook Feed

✨ Leap into fun this September with babyballet! ✨ Join us for magical dance classes every Sunday morning throughout September at Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood! Whether your little one is taking their very first steps or loves to twirl, we have a class tailored just for them: Tots (6 months+) Tinies (18 months+) Movers (3 years+) Tappers (3 years+) Groovers (4½ years+) Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your spot! 📞 Contact Miss Claire to reserve your place: Phone: 07915 665 120 Email: bournemouthandpoole@babyballet.co.uk Website: babyballet.co.uk/babyballet-school/bournemouth-poole/ #babyballet #Ringwood #BournemouthAndPoole #ToddlerDance #KidsClasses #BabyBalletBournemouth #GreyfriarsRingwood

𝟏:𝟏 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐬 𝐓𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐞 Struggling with maths or know someone who could use a little extra support? 📚 Howard offers 1:1 maths tutoring for all ages and ability levels, helping learners build confidence and improve their understanding in a friendly, supportive environment. Whether you’re looking for help with a particular topic or ongoing support, why not get in touch with Howard for a quick chat to see how he can help? 📞 07773 058378 📧 coleh1006@gmail.com

Are you an artist? Would you like to display your pictures to sell in our Megan Holman room? We currently have space for the rest of this year and all we ask is a small 5% commission to Greyfriars if you sell anything! Email us for more information! office@greyfriarsringwood.org.uk

1

@trainmasterdorset is back NEXT Tuesday, 18 August at 10:00 am with their popular Roads and Rails event! Tailored for children aged 1 through 10, this 90-minute play session is packed with adventure, featuring giant train tracks and massive Hot Wheels setups. It provides a wonderful hands-on experience that encourages creativity, problem-solving, and social play for young transport enthusiasts. Whether your little ones love building railway networks or racing cars, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Spaces are limited and expected to book up fast, so visit www.trainmaster.co.uk/dorset today to secure your tickets for a fun-filled morning!

✨ Leap into fun this September with babyballet ✨ Join us for magical dance classes every Sunday morning throughout September at Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood! Whether your little one is taking their very first steps or loves to twirl, we have a class tailored just for them: Tots (6 months+) Tinies (18 months+) Movers (3 years+) Tappers (3 years+) Groovers (4½ years+) Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your spot! 📞 Contact Miss Claire to reserve your place: Phone: 07915 665 120 Email: bournemouthandpoole@babyballet.co.uk Website: babyballet.co.uk/babyballet-school/bournemouth-poole/ #babyballet #Ringwood #BournemouthAndPoole #ToddlerDance #KidsClasses #BabyBalletBournemouth #GreyfriarsRingwood

Happening today‼ Claire Nightingale Zumba is a regular on Mondays and Fridays here at Greyfriars so we are really excited to share this event! If you are into your fitness or even if you have nothing else to do this morning, pop along as it is FREE!!

Just a little reminder that reception will be closed every Saturday in August to give our staff a rest

4

A DATE FOR YOUR DIARY 📅🗓 ☀️ Pimm's In The Park! 🍓 Join us for a relaxing afternoon on the lawn at Greyfriars, hosted by the Ringwood Twinning Association! Treat yourself to a classic late-summer afternoon out in great company. 📅 When: Wednesday, 2nd September ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM 📍 Where: The Lawn at Greyfriars 🎟️ Tickets: £15 per person 🥪 What’s Included: ▪Delicious sandwiches, scones, and cream 🧁 ▪A refreshing glass of Pimm's 🍹 "Fake or Bake?" Cake Competition — try your luck and see if you can spot the homemade bakes from the store-bought fakes! 🎂 🎟️ Get Your Tickets Today: Tickets are £15 per person and are available to buy directly from the Greyfriars Office. Pop in soon to secure your spot! Tag a friend you’d love to share a scone and Pimm's with below! 👇✨ #Greyfriars #Ringwood #RingwoodTwinningAssociation #PimmsInThePark #LocalEvents #RingwoodEvents #AfternoonTea

✨ A Chance to Pause. To Release. To Restore. ✨ Need to press reset? Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds and vibrations of crystal singing bowls and experience deep relaxation for mind, body, and soul. 🧘‍♀️💫 Join Jayne Evans Sound Baths & Relaxation Sessions for an hour dedicated entirely to your well-being! 📅 When: Friday, August 14th 2026 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM (Approx. 1 hour) 📍 Where: Greyfriars, 44 Christchurch Road, Ringwood, BH24 1DW 🎟️ Price: £10 per session 🌿 Benefits of a Sound Bath: ▪Reduces stress & anxiety ▪Promotes deep relaxation & improves sleep quality ▪Supports emotional balance & calms mental chatter ▪Releases physical tension, boosts mood & restores inner peace 🧺 What to Bring: For your comfort, please bring a mat, pillow, blanket, eye mask, or anything else that helps you relax. (Note: A limited number of mats, blankets, cushions, and eye masks are available on a first-come, first-served basis.) ✨ Leave feeling calmer, lighter, and more balanced. You deserve this time. ✨ 🚨 SPACES ARE LIMITED – BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL! 🚨 📞 Contact Jayne to book your spot: 📱 Phone: 07961 8325531 ✉️ Email: Jayneevans111@icloud.com 🌐 Website: https://jayneevans111.wixsite.com/jayne-evans-sound-ba 📲 Facebook Page: Jayne Evans Sound Baths & Relaxation Sessions Tag someone who needs a little relaxation this month! 👇💜

1 Comments

‼ HERE THIS EVENING - 7PM ‼ Make sure you have your say Join Us for Our AGM 🗓️ Be part of shaping the future of your community! Come along to our Annual General Meeting – hear about our achievements, plans ahead, and how YOU can get involved. Everyone welcome – we’d love to see you there! 🌟 #GreyfriarsAGM #CommunityMatters #HaveYourSay #GetInvolved

Claire Nightingale Zumba is a regular on Mondays and Fridays here at Greyfriars and we're really excited to share the news of her fitness event on Saturday 8th! You dont have to be into fitness to attend, and the event is free so why not pop along to see what its all about.

3
3 Comments

🗓️ 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐲𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐬.. Looking for great local art, live music, family fun, or a delightful afternoon tea? We’ve got an incredible lineup of community events coming your way! Save these dates: 𝐑𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐰𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲’𝐬 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐱𝐡𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 📅 Dates: Tuesday, 18 August – Monday, 31 August ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM daily 🎟️ Admission: Free! 🎨 Details: Celebrate local creativity! Explore a diverse showcase of original paintings and artwork inspired by our local area. Whether you're looking to purchase a new piece or enjoy a peaceful cultural afternoon, this event is open to all. 🍦 Bonus: Our New Forest Ice-Creams will be available while the office is open! 𝐏𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐰𝐧 📅 Date: Wednesday, 2 September ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM 🎟️ Tickets: £15 (Available at the centre now) 🥂 Details: Join us on the lawn alongside the Ringwood Twinning Association! Enjoy a classic British afternoon filled with delicious sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and refreshing Pimms. 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲 📅 Date: Saturday, 12 September ⏰ Time: From 9:00 AM 🎟️ Tickets: Free (Limited availability via Ringwood Society's Ticket Source) 📜 Details: Part of National Heritage Open Days! Step behind the scenes at Greyfriars to explore areas usually closed to the public and discover our history from a Georgian home to a vibrant community centre. Book early to secure your spot! 🎶 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐠 𝐨𝐧𝐞...𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐰𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 📅 Date: Saturday, 19 September ⏰ Time: 12:00 PM onwards 🎪 Details: Our premier community festival is back! Enjoy a full day of live musical acts including: ▪️The Tuesdays Singing Group ▪️Flamin Ukes ▪️Alex Cook ▪️Resident artist Nigel Revill 🎈 Activities: Face painting, games, a teddy bear tombola, a mystery circus show, processional celebrations, and an interactive Samba Panashe drum session! 🍕 Food & Drink: Freshly made pizzas, tea & cakes, ice cream, and a fully licensed bar. 📲 Stay Connected with us: Don't forget to like, share, and tag a friend you’d love to bring along! Which event are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments below! 👇

1

Trainmaster Dorset is back on Tuesday, 18 August at 10:00 am with their popular Roads and Rails event! Tailored for children aged 1 through 10, this 90-minute play session is packed with adventure, featuring giant train tracks and massive Hot Wheels setups. It provides a wonderful hands-on experience that encourages creativity, problem-solving, and social play for young transport enthusiasts. Whether your little ones love building railway networks or racing cars, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Spaces are limited and expected to book up fast, so visit www.trainmaster.co.uk/dorset today to secure your tickets for a fun-filled morning!

REMINDER‼ Join Us for Our AGM 🗓️ Thursday 6th August 7PM 📍 Greyfriars Community Centre Be part of shaping the future of your community! Come along to our Annual General Meeting – hear about our achievements, plans ahead, and how YOU can get involved. Everyone welcome – we’d love to see you there! 🌟 #GreyfriarsAGM #CommunityMatters #HaveYourSay #GetInvolved

What an absolutely amazing day! A big thank you to everyone who came and supported us today at our Summer Book Sale, Craft Fayre and Pop Up Community Cafe! The biggest thank you goes to our incredible team of volunteers though who have worked tirelessly for weeks in preparation for the last two days, you know who you all are, you are simply incredible and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everything you do to make Greyfriars the heart of our community! We are so proud of you all and grateful for all you do. 🤗🙏💙 The last two days have raised an awesome £750 towards our community cafe, and a further £500 towards it was raised by Sheila Killen who donated a beautiful hand made quilt, a special thank you to Sheila for this wonderful gift to the project.🙏 The Book Sale and Crafts raised over £2200, an incredible total, all helping us to maintain and improve our centre! So much work goes into these sales and the team work tirelessly for weeks beforehand…a special thank you too to Phil & Linda who just go above and beyond to make Wynn’s Book Shop the best pre loved book shop in Hampshire! Look out for our next big fundraisers in September and October! Thank you again to everyone who came out in the heat to support us today!

34
1 Comments

Instagram Feed

Greyfriars Community Centre
Skip to content