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Pub Quiz cancelled.
Sad 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀. Unfortunately, due to lack of ticket sales we have had to cancel our Pub Quiz that was...
Community Cafe Update Meeting
𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝘆𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗿𝘀! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁𝘆𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆...
Deadline date For December News letter
As we have mentioned previously, we have had to implement a cut off date each month for sending...
Greyfriars Community Cafe Update
Greyfriars Courtyard Community Cafe Update This community update is all about making the dream a...
Greyfriars first Car Boot
We’re excited to launch our first ever Car Boot Sale at Greyfriars! Join us at the start of half...
Shakespeare and his world – part 2 with Emma Jolly
Starting Tuesday 14 October. Emma Jolly continues her fascinating journey into the world of...
Antiques valuations here with Paul Martin
We’re delighted to welcome Paul Martin - of TV Fame and Head of Valuations at Henry Aldridge &...
Photo’s from Live on the Lawn – Carnival 2025
Here are the wonderful photo's, courtesy of Pam Brown, of our Live on the Lawn event for Carnival...
Tombola Donations appeal
🎁 Live on the lawn - Carnival Tombola Appeal! 🎁 We’d love your help stocking our tombola! If you...
Ringwood Garden Club is back!
It’s been a busy 2025 for Ringwood Garden Club with coach visits to the colourful gardens at RHS...
Marie Curie Quiz Fundraiser – October 17th
Come along to the Marie Curie Quiz Fundraiser, here at Greyfriars. Friday 17th October, 7:30pm...
The Friends Of Ringwood Parish Church – Tea & Talk
A DATE FOR YOUR DIARY!!!! Everyone is welcome. The Friends Of Ringwood Parish Church Tea &...
Farewell to Moviola at Greyfriars
It is with real sadness that we announce the end of Moviola film screenings at Greyfriars. Due to...
The SongBirds in Concert – Saturday 18 October, 7.30pm
The SongBirds in Concert – Saturday 18 October, 7.30pmThis autumn, Greyfriars is delighted to...
Heritage Open Day – Saturday 13 September
Step Inside Greyfriars – Saturday 13 SeptemberAs part of this year’s National Heritage Open Days,...
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🎅WE NEED YOUR HELP PLEASE🎅 Centre Christmas Decorating Please do join us on the 27 November at 12:30pm to put up our Christmas decorations in readiness for the Book Sale & Craft Fayre! Mince pies and mulled wine for those who can join us! We would love your help, a real case more hands make lighter work!
🎄☕ Fundraising Christmas Afternoon Tea 🍰✨ Come along to a festive afternoon filled with tea, coffee, homemade sandwiches, and delicious sweet treats—all for a wonderful cause! 🫖 What’s included: Delicious festive afternoon tea with homemade sandwiches & treats Tea, coffee, and refreshments Live music by Bella Broadhouse (Ringwood Sixth Form Performing Arts) Raffle with exciting prizes 📍Where: Greyfriars Community Centre 📅 When: Sunday, 13th December | 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM 🎟️ Tickets: £12 per person All proceeds go toward supporting Freya Maddams and Holly Wentworth’s volunteering trip to Kenya with African Adventures and Ringwood Sixth Form to help children in an African school. Come along for lovely company and holiday cheer! ❤️
Join Chris Bradley, with a one-day talk, exploring the Art, History and Culture of Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Libya. Tickets are £30 which include tea/coffee and a light lunch. Book your tickets now via Ticket Source on the link below: https://www.ticketsource.com/greyfriars.../t-dkgexja Art of North Africa The Art, History, and Culture of Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia & Libya (3 × 60 mins) Ep 1: Frontiers of Empire Embark on a high-stakes journey across 10,000 years of Saharan rock art, hidden oases, and ancient coastlines. From mysterious desert tribes and Greek seaports to remote Roman garrisons, discover how golden trade routes, gladiatorial spectacles, and rich harvests forged a legendary crossroads of culture. Ep 2: Empires of Marble & Mosaic Step inside world-class museums and breathtaking ruins—from Carthage to Volubilis—where stunning Roman mosaics bring lost worlds to vivid life. Witness the rise of Septimius Severus, North Africa’s own Roman Emperor, and see how the resilient Berber people preserved their unique identity through centuries of changing empires. Ep 3: The Islamic Golden Age Feel the sweep of history as Arab traditions transform the North African landscape. Explore the spellbinding mosques, intricate zillij tilework, and delicate arabesques of Fez, Rabat, and Kairouan—a brilliant artistic dialogue flowing between the deserts of North Africa and the courts of Moorish Spain. Course Overview: Vast Roman cities and brilliant mosaics meet the spectacular decorative art of the Islamic world. A breathtaking journey through the cultural treasures of North Africa. Recommended Reading: Islamic Art and Architecture (Könemann, 2000) Islamic Architecture: North Africa by Antony Hutt (Scorpion, 1977) The Genius of Arab Civilization by J.R. Hayes (Phaidon, 1978) Roman North Africa by Lennox Manton (Batsford, 1988)
✨ Leap into fun this September with babyballet ✨ Join us for magical dance classes every Sunday morning 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
CAN YOU HELP?? We need volunteer Passenger Assistants!! Accompany our minibus users to do a bit of local shopping. Assist with getting on and off the bus. Join our minibus users on day trips out. If you have some spare time and would like to volunteer with us, please send an email to: Office@greyfriarsringwood.org.uk
Vocal Vibrational Sound Healing Introductory Workshop Wednesday December 2nd – 1pm to 2.30pm Saturday December 12th – 10.30am to 12pm Experience the healing power of your voice for positive health and wellbeing by joining Michelle Nova, singing teacher and voice healer for over 30yrs. Learn a technique for breathing, humming and vocal toning to release pain, stress, depression, tiredness, and by using the Golden Key to connect to your pineal gland and vagus nerve. Singing in a group is very powerful and you will leave feeling relaxed and uplifter at the same time. Each session will also end with a vocal sound bath. Singers and non-singers are all welcome! To book an introductory workshop at 50% off full fee and for more information, please contact Michelle Nova, (MISM, AOTOS, NVN). Mobile: 07866607427 – email: michelle@lanovastudios.co.uk – www.lanovastudios.co.uk.
✨ Step into our Trainmaster Winter Wonderland ✨ Come along Saturday 5 December for a winter adventure with @Trainmaster Dorset Book by 14th November to add on an exclusive Trainmaster personalised wooden bauble – just £3.50! 🎟️ Booking essential via our website: www.trainmaster.co.uk/dorset 🚂 Make special memories together with festive train fun for the whole family! 🚂
FREE Newborn Feeding & Development Workshops Join Emily Norton, Chiropractor and IBCLC Lactation Consultant, for a morning of practical information, individual support and the opportunity to ask questions about your baby. Each workshop explores a different topic, including feeding, positioning, baby movement, unsettled babies and milk supply. Meet other mums, build confidence and receive guidance from a professional with over a decade of experience. Every Thursday in November | 9am–1pm For mums and babies aged 0–16 weeks. Four spaces per workshop, one workshop per family. Booking essential – reserve your free place: www.bumptobabes.com/workshops/
Breathe with Sam - Winter Pause ❄️🎁🎅🏼 Enjoy 50 minutes of guided breathwork, meditation and deep relaxation by candlelight, with a festive sweet treat to enjoy afterwards as you unwind. Each session combines breathwork, guided relaxation and meditation giving you time to slow down, reset and reconnect with yourself. 🤍 📍 Greyfriars, Ringwood 🗓 Tuesdays 8 December ⏰ 5:30–6:30pm 🌿£15 Email breathewithsamuk@gmail.com to book your space today
NEW FOREST GUILD SPINNERS & WEAVERS OPEN DAY Have you ever dreamed of mastering the wonderful arts of knitting, crochet, weaving, spinning or dyeing? There has never been a better moment to embark on your exciting new crafting journey! Come along and immerse yourself in the warm, inspiring atmosphere in the New Forest Guild of weavers, spinners and Dyers Open Day on Saturday 14 November, from 9.30 am to 1:30 pm
We are looking for a 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 to help organise and support our fantastic team of event volunteers. This new voluntary role would suit someone who enjoys working with people, is organised, and would like to help ensure our events run smoothly. The coordinator will work with event organisers to arrange volunteer support, manage rotas, communicate with volunteers, and welcome new team members. If you think this sounds like something you would like to do with your spare time, please get in touch. Contact us by email: office@greyfriarsringwood.org.uk or call us on 01425472613
