Once again in an old Alderton Christmas tradition, the Married folk of Alderton will take to the field of play against our Single ‘friends’. We can't guarantee the quality of the football, in fact, we can - it won't be very good - but we can offer a fun match between members of our community old and new. Full of outrageous dives, occasional cheating and blatant referee influencing at the least it'll get you out of the house after Christmas .

So please come along and support your team! The match kicks off at 11am with everyone welcome afterward in the Gardeners Arms for post-match socialising, awards, fines, and refreshments.

Teas, coffee and cake are kindly provided by Alderton Acorns who will keep the proceeds.

Win 4 Manchester United v Watford tickets worth £700
This year we have a fantastic prize of 4 x Man United v Watford tickets on Saturday 26th Feb 22. The tickets are in prime position on the halfway line and include on-site parking at Old Trafford. With a face value of £700 entry tickets are £20 each. Tickets from Rupert  at rupert@davidbrucerecruitment.com 

Who can play?
Anyone who lives in, or has local connections to, Alderton is welcome to play. Football skills are not required! If you’d like to play email Rupert at rupert@davidbrucerecruitment.com. ​

The Great Washbourne Summer Supper will be held on Friday 28th June at 6.30pm in the garden of Great Washbourne House. Some local Cheltenham musicians will be providing us with light summer music during the evening.

​A supper of roast pork (veggie alternative available) and salads will be served with all the trimmings, and strawberries & cream for dessert. There will be a bar, raffle and other entertainment including skittles. Do come and join us for what promises to be a great evening.

Tickets will be available in advance from Jane (01242) 620291, Karen 620633 or Carla 620600 or on the door

Adults £10, Children £5. Family ticket £25 for 2 adults/2 children under 12.

All proceeds will go to the church funds.

The population falling within the Union at the 1831 census had been 9,715 with parishes ranging in size from Rowell (population 38) to Winchcomb itself (2,514). The average annual poor-rate expenditure for the period 1833-5 had been £4,911 or 10s.1d. per head.

The new Winchcomb Union workhouse was built in 1836 on a site to the west of the town at the north side of Gloucester Street. The Poor Law Commissioners authorised an expenditure of £3,750 on construction of the building which was intended to accommodate 180 inmates. It was designed by the Sampson Kempthorne who designed many other workhouses including one for the Thornbury Union. His design for Winchcomb was based on his model "200 pauper" plan. An entrance and administrative block lay at the south, with accommodation ranges behind in a cruciform layout. However, there was no central supervisory hub to the building. The workhouse location and layout are shown on the 1921 map below.

PARACISE classes with Lesley Roberts starts at Alderton Village Hall on Tuesday 9th October, 6pm.  First class is a free taster class then it will be £5 per 45 minute class.

No need to book, just turn up. Look at www.paracise.com to see what it’s all about – a gentle but effective workout to uplifting music – Gentle on the joints, low intensity, improves mobility, flexibility, posture, balance and co-ordination - and it’s all done standing up!

Suitable for all but especially those who are over 50, or anyone who wants to get started or return to exercise regardless of age.
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Contact lesley@cotswoldsfitness.com or 07769 651060 for more information.

What makes a stress-free Xmas? Lots of lovely cards and gifts right here in Alderton Village Hall, with the proceeds going directly to charities of your choice. There is really no need to look further for your Xmas goodies! Coffee and cake and a super raffle make this an enjoyable way to spend Saturday morning. £1 entrance - children FREE
 
This year we are pleased to welcome two new charities: Acorns Children's Hospice and Farms for City Children, an organisation set up by War Horse author, Michael Morpurgo, to give deprived children a chance of a farm holiday.  Do visit these stalls and give them your support, but there are also many old favourites waiting for you, including the RNLI, RSPB, Guide Dogs, LINC, the National Trust, Cobalt, Parkinson's and Riding for the Disabled. So whether you are looking for chutneys or calendars, stocking fillers or tea towels, Christmas cards or cakes, this is the place to come!
 
As in previous years, we are asking for your help with baking for the MacMillan stall. Last year, we raised £400  with cakes, pies and quiches - can we beat it this year? Drop your contributions off at Gantier, bottom of Church Road, during the day on Friday 9th November, or deliver to the Village Hall Friday evening between 6-7pm. Ring Sue Parry on 01242 620343 with details.