Regular Activities in the Village
You need never be bored in Charlton Horethorne. Call any of the following groups and a welcome is assured.
Located in Charlton Horethorne Village Hall
Art and Craft Workshop
Come along with your knitting, crochet, painting, drawing, tapestry or something similar that you would like to do whilst spending a fun hour or two in like-minded company.
New members always welcome – pay as you go – £3.00 per session.
Wednesdays between 10.30 a.m. and 12.30 p.m.
Contact: Dorian Evered – 01963 220910
C.H.A.P.S. (Charlton Horethorne Amateur Pantomime Society)
Annual production in January. Wide range of skills involved including acting, music, scenery, costumes, lighting etc.
Contact: Brian Matthews, Chairman – chaps.panto@gmail.com.
See us on Facebook at http://t.ly/vU0tx
Charlton Horethorne & District Gardening Club
The Club meets monthly from February to November. Events include evening talks from entertaining and informative speakers, visits to interesting gardens and much more. The Club organises, on behalf of the village, the Summer Show of flowers and produce, arts and crafts. For the Club’s Programme of Events 2026 click here
Contacts:
Club email address: chgardeningclub@outlook.com
Chair, Jenny Peet – 01963 220333
Treasurer, Chris Nicholson – 01963 220853
Secretary, Dorian Evered – 01963 220910
Membership Secretary and Summer Show Organiser, Jane Watkins – 01963 220058
Events Co-ordinator, Vanessa Hicks – vmhicks1962@outlook.com
Gold Club Liaison: Sue Archer 220554
Committee Member, Carol Edwards 220531;
Fine Folk
We now have space for some new members and welcome anyone interested in a free taster session of gentle exercise and warm friendship
Dances are taken from 17th to 21st century traditions, mainly English or American.
The Group meets on Tuesday mornings from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. Good exercise, good company – no partner needed and newcomers receive lots of help !
All profits from the £3.00 weekly charge go to charity.
Contact: May Closs – 01963 220640
Pneuma Pilates
10.30 a.m. Monday and Thursday (PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE FROM FRIDAY TO THURSDAY FROM 1st JUNE 2026)
Join our restorative pilates to leave you feeling taller, toned and aligned! Suitable for EVERY body, ability and age.
Classes run by Ruth Green (BSc Hons Nutritional Science mBANT mCNHC, Nutrional Therapy Practice Diploma, Specialist Pilates Instructor, Wellness Coach and NLP Practitioner)
To book your spot, contact Ruth on 07818 543900 or visit www.pneumapilates.co.uk
Short Mat Bowls
This sociable group meets for friendly play rather than matches on Monday afternoons between 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m.
Contact: Tony Magson – 07976 714498
Located at Other Venues in the Village
Annual Village Bonfire and Fireworks Display
Takes place on 5th November on the Millennium Green in aid of various charities. Helpers with fund raising prior to November and at the event always welcome.
Contact: Catherine Mathew – 01963 220595 or 07815 674175
Bell Ringers – Charlton Horethorne Village Church
All newcomers very welcome – learners encouraged gently ! Physical strength and musical skills unnecessary.
If you are interested in learning you are welcome to come and watch/have a go!
Practice takes place in the bell tower on Wednesday evenings from 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m.and bells are rung regularly at approximately two services a month. To find out more please contact the Tower Captain.
Contact: Catherine Mathew, Tower Captain – 01963 220595 or 07815 674175
Charlton Croquet Club
A friendly sporting Club situated just off Cowpath Lane which welcomes all to play social and/or competitive croquet between April and September. Social events also organised outside the playing season. No experience necessary – all equipment provided. For full information about the Club and its activities see the Club’s website on https://www.charltoncroquetclub.com/
Contacts:
Keith Gudgeon, Chairman, 01963 220249 keithgudgeon@btinternet.com
Jill Hanson, Vice Chairman and Club Secretary, 07796 086738
Pete Hanson, Treasurer, 07770 730353
Gary Williams, Competitions Secretary
Sue Gudgeon, Membership Secretary, 01963 220249
Charlton Horethorne Church – Flower Arranging and Cleaning
If you are interested in becoming involved in either or both of these activities, please contact Jenny Hunt on (01963) 220489 or Christine Brown (01963) 220877
– new volunteers are always welcome!
The rotas for both Flower Arranging and Cleaning over the coming months can be found in the “Village Life” section of the website under “Village Church”
Gentlemen’s Lunch Club
12.30 for 1.00 p.m. First Wednesday of Every Month The Kings Arms, Charlton Horethorne or other local hostelries
This is an informal occasion and an opportunity to meet up with others from the village and surrounding community and put the world to rights – if only for an hour !
For further information, please contact Stephen Hall on 01963 220599
Just Strollin’ – NO FURTHER WALKS UNTIL 2026
As the name implies, this group enjoys strolling in the countryside and seeing far more (when we are not chatting) than from a car window. Often ending near a pub (just right for lunch for those who wish to refuel !), the walks are around five miles and may include stiles and footbridges. We meet once a month from March to November for a 5 mile walk within a 30 minute drive of Charlton Horethorne. Newcomers very welcome ! Please click here to see the April 2024 walking group in Bluebell Woods at Duncliffe
For further details, please contact Pamela Slater ( 07772 894573).
Mahjong Club
6.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. at The Kings Arms every other Monday night – food included for a set price of £10 per person.
Are you ready to immerse yourself in a world of strategy, skill and tradition? Mahjong is more than just a game, it’s a journey into history, a challenge for the mind and a fun-filled evening for all.
Everyone is welcome to join us
Please contact The Kings Arms for further information on 01963 220281