BELL RINGERS - ST. MARY’S CHURCH

The Ringers meet at St. Mary’s Bell Tower every Wednesday at 7.30pm. The group maintains a band of ringers for church, public and private celebrations. Anyone over the age of 14 is eligible to join.

Enquiries to Dennis Owen, Bromsash, 11 Stour Road, Chartham.
Tel. No. 01227 738591.

BROWNIES – 2nd CHARTHAM

Meet every Wednesday evening, during term time, 6.15 p.m. to 7.45 p.m. at the Community Hall, Old School Surgery, Bolts Hill, Chartham.
Girls from the age of 7-10 follow the aims of the world-wide Guide Association in friendship and in participating in indoor and outdoor activities.
There is a small weekly membership subscription.

Enquiries to Mrs. Muriel Ritchie. Tel. No. 01227 731610.

CANTERBURY HOSPITAL LEAGUE OF FRIENDS (CHARTHAM)

Members raise money for the Canterbury Hospitals by organising various events in Chartham and Chartham Hatch. About four meetings a year are held, usually at one of the member’s houses. Anyone interested in providing comforts for patients in hospital is welcome to join.

Enquiries to Mrs. V. Elvidge, Chapel Row, Chartham Hatch.
Tel. No. 01227 738678.

CHARTHAM CYCLING CLUB

The club aims to encourage local people to discover the delights of cycling in and around Chartham, to take part in rides and rallies and to support all efforts for a better deal for cyclists. Anyone with a road-worthy bicycle and/or a keen interest in cycling is welcome to join.

There are organised rides approximately once a month, children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Enquiries to Mrs. S. M. Webb, 68 Shalmsford Street, Chartham.
Tel. No. 01227 738296.

CHARTHAM AND DISTRICT ANGLING SOCIETY

The aims of the Society are to promote fresh water and sea angling, (junior members are encouraged), and to retain the natural environment around the lake area. The lake is situated behind the Recreation Ground in Shalmsford Street.
Local membership is open to those residing within a four mile radius of Chartham. There is an entrance fee plus a yearly subscription and there are special terms and subscriptions for Juniors (9-16 years), Senior Citizens and Sea Fishing only members.

Enquiries to The Secretary: Mrs.J E Flippence Tel. No. 0775 997 8857.

CHARTHAM CHAMELEONS DRAMA GROUP

Meets on the second Monday of each month for play readings and also produces occasional public performances for local audiences.

The group’s aims are to provide varied entertainment and to give members opportunities to improve their skills. There is a small subscription.

Enquiries to Mrs. Marjorie Purkess. Tel. No.01227 738369.

CHARTHAM GARDENERS’ SOCIETY

The Society meets every second Thursday of the month, 7.30pm at the Chartham Hatch Village Hall, Chartham Hatch. The aim of the Society is to promote an interest in gardening generally and to compete in a friendly way in Summer and Autumn Shows.

For details of membership subscriptions and any further enquiries contact Mr. E Jordan Tel. No. 01227 738238.

CHARTHAM HATCH LADIES GROUP

Meetings take place on the first Thursday of every month. Doors open 7.30 for 8.00 at Chartham Hatch Village Hall to promote fellowship involving a wide range of activities. Any lady living in the Hatch or Chartham is welcome to join. Membership subscription is £10.00 p.a. Proceedings commence with coffee/tea and biscuits at 7.30 pm.

For details of membership subscriptions and any further enquiries contact
Mrs. Gillian Dodds Tel. No. 01227 731546.

CHARTHAM HATCH VILLAGE HALL SOCIETY

The Society is involved in organising events at Chartham Hatch Village Hall. A Village Hall history is being worked on and Chartham Hatch Village Hall website will appear very soon.

Mr Chris Anderson (Chairman)
Four Seasons, Bigbury Road, Chartham Hatch , CT4 7ND

Tel: 01227 738682
email: e.anderson245@btinternet.com

CHARTHAM PARENT & TODDLER GROUP

Caters for parents and children up to school age. Meets at the Primary School, Shalmsford Street, Chartham on Mondays 9.00am to 11.00am during term time only. Tea and Coffee is available and is included in the fee per session.

Enquiries to Mrs. Liz Roberts Tel. No. 01227 731957.

CHARTHAM MILL PENSIONERS
Meetings at Mill Social Club Hall.

Enquiries to Mrs. Olive Cox Tel. No. 01227 700484.

CHARTHAM ROYAL BRITISH LEGION - BRANCH AND CLUB

The Branch exists to bring about the unity of all ex-Service men and women and to assist them and their dependants in time of need and to promote the same sense of loyalty and comradeship that existed whilst in the Service.
The club exists to provide a venue for the social activities of the ex-Service and associated members and guests, as well as a Headquarters for the Branch.
A period of service in any of H.M. Armed Forces qualifies any man or woman for Ordinary Membership. Associate Membership is at the discretion of the Management Committee.

For details of branch and club subscriptions, or any other enquiries, contact
Mr. F Aldridge Tel. No. 07941 805515.

CHARTHAM ROYAL BRITISH LEGION - WOMAN’S SECTION

The Woman’s section supports the Branch in benevolent work, the Poppy Appeal and social activities. Meetings, at which there are Speakers, Stalls and Competitions, take place on the first Monday of the month, 7.30pm at the Royal British Legion Hall.
Membership is open to ex members of the Armed Services, or those with family connections with the Armed Services.

For details of branch and club subscriptions, or any other queries, contact
Mrs. F Booth Tel. No. 01227 731842.

CHARTHAM WOMEN’S INSTITUTE
Meets for friendship, education and interesting pursuits for women. Meetings are every third Thursday of the month, 7.15pm at the Royal British Legion Hall, Bolts Hill.
Enquiries to Mrs. Jean Dale Tel. 01227 731424.
email: jean-dale@tesco.net

FIRS NURSERY
Childrens Nursery at Chartham Primary School, Shalmsford Street, Chartham.
Enquiries to Yvonne Daniels - Nursery Supervisor Tel. No. 01227 731876

FRIENDS OF GUIDING

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