Chalford Hill

Sunday Services at St John the Baptist
2025-03-02 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-03-09 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-03-16 08:00 - 09:00 (Europe/London) | St. John The Baptist Church, France Lynch, Stroud, GL6 8LN
St John the Baptist Services in March

Service
Parish

Sunday 2nd

8:00am – Book of Common Prayer
9:30am – Holy Communion
9:30am – Morning Prayer
11:00am – Holy Communion
11:00am – Holy Communion

St John the Baptist
St John the Baptist
St Bartholomew, Oakridge
Christ Church, Chalford
All Saints, Bisley

Ash Wednesday 5th
10:30 – service of prayer, holy communion & ashing
7:30pm – service of prayer, holy communion & ashing
St John the Baptist

All Saints, Bisley

Sunday 9th

8:00am – Holy Communion
9:30am – Morning Prayer
9:30am – Holy Communion
11:00am – Morning Prayer
11:00am – Holy Communion

St John the Baptist
St John the Baptist
St Michael & All Angels, Bussage
Christ Church, Chalford
All Saints, Bisley

Sunday 16th

8:00am – Holy Communion
9:30am – Holy Communion
9:30am – Morning Prayer
11:00am – Café Church
2:30pm – Café Church

St John the Baptist
St Bartholomew, Oakridge
St Michael & All Angels, Bussage
All Saints, Bisley
Eastcombe Village Hall

Sunday 23rd
8:00am – Holy Communion
9:30am – Holy Communion
11:00am – Holy Communion (with choir)

St John the Baptist
St Michael & All Angels, Bussage
All Saints, Bisley

Mothering Sunday 30th

9:30am – Morning Prayer
9:30am – Morning Prayer
9:30am Morning Prayer
11:00am – Morning Prayer
11:00am – Morning Prayer
St John the Baptist
St Michael & All Angels, Bussage
St Bartholomew, Oakridge
All Saints, Bisley
Christ Church, Chalford

St John the Baptist Services in April

Service
Parish

Sunday 6th

8:00am – Book of Common Prayer
9:30am – Holy Communion
9:30am – Morning Prayer
11:00am – Holy Communion
11:00am – Morning Prayer

St John the Baptist
St John the Baptist
St Bartholomew, Oakridge
Christ Church, Chalford
All Saints, Bisley

Palm Sunday 13th

8:00am – Holy Communion
9:30am – Morning Prayer
9:30am – Holy Communion
9:30am – Morning Prayer
11:00am – Morning Prayer
11:00am – Holy Communion

St John the Baptist
St John the Baptist
St Michael & All Angels, Bussage
St Bartholomew, Oakridge
Christ Church, Chalford
All Saints, Bisley

Wednesday 16th

7:30pm – Taize
St Mary’s RC chapel, Bisley

Thursday 17th
7:30pm to 9:00pm – Holy Communion and the Watch

St John the Baptist

Good Friday 18th
10:30am Walk of Witness
12 noon Station of the Cross
2:00pm Last Hour at the Cross

Bisley village
St Michael & All Angels, Bussage
Christ Church, Chalford

Easter Day 20th

8:00am – Holy Communion
9:30amam – Holy Communion
9:30am – Holy Communion
9:30am – Holy Communion
11:00am – Holy Communion
11:00am – Holy Communion

St John the Baptist
St John the Baptist
St Bartholomew, Oakridge
St Michael & All Angels, Bussage
Christ Church, Chalford
All Saints, Bisley

Sunday 27th
8:00am – Holy Communion
9:30am – Holy Communion
11:00am – Holy Communion

St John the Baptist
St Bartholomew, Oakridge
All Saints, Bisley

Want a quiet place to sit and reflect, or remember a loved one? St John the Baptist is open from 9:00am to 5:00pm and welcomes everyone
St John the Baptist, France Lynch is part of the Benefice of Bisley family of churches. The ministry team spreads out across the Benefice each Sunday to lead worship. If there is no service in your village church one week, why not go to one of the other churches where you will be warmly welcomed.
Want a quiet place to sit and reflect, or remember a loved one? St John the Baptist is open from 9:00am to 5:00pm and welcomes everyone.
For more information please contact Revd. Sue Murray
email: vicar@bisleybenefice.org.uk
Web: http://www.bisleybenefice.org.uk/contactus.html
Phone: 01452 770897

CSSC Chalford Market
2025-03-02 10:00 - 13:00 | Chalford Sports & Social Club, Highfield Way,, France Lynch, Chalford Hill, Stroud, GL6 8LZ
Chalford Market variety of stalls 10 – 1
Food, crafts and gifts, refreshments available in the lounge and additional seating available outside.
Local market for the Chalford Community
Cakes & MoreMiddle HIll Farm – wide selection of plants & giftsThe Olive Stream – Olive oil and & Greek treatsKent & Co – local prints & CardsSteves’ Woody StuffCelias Pantry – Preserves & ConservesMadhu Rasoi – Curry SaucesFlingo SilverNikkis Homemad Beeswax WrapsLauren Paige DesignsFrances – PotteryJackie – stained glass workJenny Ellis – haberdasheryFriends with Nature-Neals Yard RemediesRebecca Benneyworth – handmade childrens clothesBags on the HillBotanics – Greek herbs & teasSkyvanna – Dog food & treatsWildliife WorldGloucestershire Wildlife TrustBric-a-Brac in aid of Longfield HospiceWide selection of Tomato and veg/salad plants from Sunflower House

CSSC - Short mat Bowls club 2-5pm
2025-03-03 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-10 14:00 - 17:00 | Chalford Sports & Social Club, Highfield Way,, France Lynch, Chalford Hill, Stroud, GL6 8LZ

CSSC - Lunch Club
2025-03-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Chalford Sports & Social Club, Highfield Way,, France Lynch, Chalford Hill, Stroud, GL6 8LZ
The Lunch Club – A lunch club for people affected by dementia.
Everyone is welcome, with a special invitation to those affected by dementia.
Join us for a friendly and welcoming lunch at Chalford Sports and Social Club at 12 o’clock on the following Tuesdays.
Hot two course lunch. Tea, coffee and other beverages available to purchase from the bar.
Join us for a friendly and welcoming lunch at Chalford Sports and Social Club at 12 o’clock on the following Tuesdays.

Tuesday 4th February
Tuesday 5th August

Tuesday 4th March
Tuesday 2nd September

Tuesday 1stApril
Tuesday 7th October

Tuesday 6th May
Tuesday 4th November

Tuesday 3rd June
Tuesday 2nd December

Tuesday 1st July

Hot two course lunch. Tea, coffee and other beverages available to purchase from the bar.
£7.50

Enjoy lunch and refreshments and make new friends. To secure your booking or for more information please contact Ali on 07595 882948 or email infochalfordssc@gmail.com

Free parking in our carpark with ramp access to the club if required.

Hilltop Gardening Club
2025-03-04 19:15 - 21:15 | eastcombe village hall, Wells Road, Stroud, GL6 7EB, United Kingdom
Programme 2024

Meetings are held at EASTCOMBE VILLAGE HALL and start at 7:15pm
Entry is free to members and £3.00 to non-members.

All Events are subject to confirmation.

The Membership Fee is £15.00.

Evening Meetings – Eastcombe Village Hall
Tuesdays 7.15pm for 7.45pm

*Afternoon Meetings – November, December 2023 and February 2024. Eastcombe Scout Hut -Tuesdays 1.30pm for 1.45pm.

CSSC Crib Social
2025-03-04 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-03-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Chalford Sports & Social Club, Highfield Way,, France Lynch, Chalford Hill, Stroud, GL6 8LZ
New regular event
Beginners welcome
Contact John CSSCCrib@gmail.com

CSSC Chalford Wednesday Market
2025-03-05 08:30 - 10:00, 2025-03-12 08:30 - 10:00 | Chalford Sports & Social Club, Highfield Way,, France Lynch, Chalford Hill, Stroud, GL6 8LZ
𝗗𝗼𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 @Chalford Sports & Social Club car park from 08.30 – 10.00

Bisley Lane Farm brings their gorgeous selection of meats,
Bisley Birds – Eggs, Eggs and more eggs! Chicken and duck available
Skyvana K9 Styling & Ultrasound Scanning – Dog Deli with natural treats, advise on training and grooming
Salt bakehouse – so very popular and with good reason! Stock up on your breads and pastries for the week
Josie’s Plants – over 10 varieties of tomato plants, salads, cucumbers and courgettes.

We all look forward to seeing you!
Refreshments avail from club from 9.30am.

CSSC - Craft Club
2025-03-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Chalford Sports & Social Club, Highfield Way,, France Lynch, Chalford Hill, Stroud, GL6 8LZ
At the club this month:
Every Wednesday 10:00am-12.00pm – our ‘Make it!’ craft group
For more information on any event (and upcoming football fixtures) email Ali on infochalfordssc@gmail.com or call 07595882948

Frithwood Community Cafe
2025-03-05 10:15 - 12:00, 2025-03-12 10:15 - 12:00 | Frithwood Youth Centre, Brownshill, Stroud, GL6 8AF
Great chat, coffee & cakes!
everyone welcome.

Chalford Baptist Church Drop-In
2025-03-05 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-12 10:30 - 12:30 | Chalford Baptist Church, Coppice Hill, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL6 8DZ, United Kingdom
Chalford Baptist Church, Lower Rooms, Coppice Hill
Following meeting 11th January (weather permitting)
A church and community group.
First Wednesday – monthly outing
2nd Wed – writing/art workshop
3rd Wed – taking a look at the Bible
4th Wed – learning / continuing a craft
5th Wed – learning / continuing a craft
This is not an exclusive group, anyone is welcome to come along weekly or just join for an outing. We have some good fun together.
If you would like to join us or need a lift contact:
Carol or Jean 01453 887880 / 01452 770014

Parish Council
2025-03-06 19:00 | The Parish Centre, Geralds Way, Chalford,, Stroud, GL6 8FJ
Full parish council meeting

CSSC - Community Coffee Morning 10 - 12
2025-03-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-14 10:00 - 12:00

CSSC - Fridays club open from 5pm
2025-03-07 17:00 - 22:30, 2025-03-14 17:00 - 22:30 | Chalford Sports & Social Club, Highfield Way,, France Lynch, Chalford Hill, Stroud, GL6 8LZ
At the club this month:
Friday 1st – Beer Tasting led by two experienced brewers from Stroud Brewery who will guide you through the different flavours from different hops!
Friday 15th – Come along and try Short Mat Bowls. Open evening from 7:00pm
For more information on any event (and upcoming football fixtures) email Ali on infochalfordssc@gmail.com or call 07595882948

CSSC - Tennis Drills
2025-03-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-03-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Chalford Sports & Social Club, Highfield Way,, France Lynch, Chalford Hill, Stroud, GL6 8LZ
At the club this month:
Saturdays 10:00-11:00am – tennis drills where everyone is welcome
For more information on any event (and upcoming football fixtures) email Ali on infochalfordssc@gmail.com or call 07595882948

Lent in the Desert
2025-03-09 17:00 - 19:00 | bisley Village Hall, Manor St,, Bisley,, Stroud, GL6 7AX
The Spirituality of the Desert Mothers and Fathers
All are welcome to the three gathering in Lent over wine and nibbles
Explore desert spirituality and what it means for us today.
Sunday 9th March from 5 – 7 pm, Bisley Village Hall
‘God in us’ – ‘St. Anthony & The Desert tradition’
Sunday 23rd March from 5 – 7 pm, Oakridge Lynch Village Hall
‘God in others’ – ‘Desert spirituality’
Sunday 6th April from 5 – 7 pm, France Lynch Church Rooms
‘God in community’ – ‘Fruits of the Desert’

National Theatre - The Importance of Being Earnest
2025-03-09 19:00 - 22:30 | France Lynch Church Rooms, Lynch Rd, Stroud, GL6 8LL, United Kingdom
Venue: France Lynch Church Rooms
Date: Sunday 9th March
Time 7:00pm (doors/bar open 6:30pm)
The latest in our series of National Theatre Live productions is The Importance of Being Earnest starring Sharon D Clarke, Ncuti Gatwa and Hugh Skinner
Tickets £15.00 in advance, from Ticket Fairy
https://www.ticketfairy.com/event/nt-live-the-importance-of-being-earnest-9mar2025

France Lynch Womens Institute
2025-03-12 19:00 - 21:00 | France Lynch Church Rooms, Lynch Rd, Stroud, GL6 8LL, United Kingdom
Venue: France Lynch Church Rooms
Time: 7:30pm
Guest Speaker:
With a talk by Mike Bottomley on May Day traditions.
Visitors and new members always welcome.
Contact Anthea Coles for more information 01453 882258

Big Screen on the Hill
2025-03-13 19:00 - 21:00 | France Lynch Church Rooms, Lynch Rd, Stroud, GL6 8LL, United Kingdom
Venue: France Lynch Church Rooms
Date: Thursday 13th March
Time: 7:30pm (doors open 7:00pm)
Tickets: £4.00
This month’s film: Small Things Like These
Starring Cillian Murphy, Michelle Fairley, Emily Watson
Synopsis: While working as a coal merchant to support his family, he discovers disturbing secrets kept by the local convent — and uncovers truths of his own — forcing him to confront his past and the complicit silence of a small Irish town controlled by the Catholic Church.

Lunch on The Hill
2025-03-14 12:00 - 14:30 | France Lynch Church Rooms, Lynch Rd, Stroud, GL6 8LL, United Kingdom
Venue: France Lynch Church Rooms
Time: 12:00 for 12:30pm followed by quiz
£8.00 per head
To book a place please, if possible, call Monica Ridge on 07941 036194 at least one week before.
We look forward to seeing you!
Second Friday of every Month at 12.30
entertainment, quizzes
