Saturday 22nd August – Tennis Courts and clubhouse
Don’t miss out on our popular Club Finals Day which this year takes place on Saturday 22nd August, you’ll see a high standard of tennis, in a fun and welcoming environment and have the opportunity to talk to members and Committee members, all of whom will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Wednesday 5th August, 12 noon, Orchard House, Chapel Lane
Please come to the Teddy Bears Picnic. We welcome families with babies and pre-school children, including older siblings, parents, grandparents and carers. Helen and family invite us to their garden on Wednesday 5th August, 12 noon, at Orchard House, Chapel Lane, Blewbury, next door to The Red Lion. Some parking available in the driveway. Bring your picnics and something to sit on. We are providing hot drinks, squash and ice creams. It will be lovely to see you and many thanks to Helen for allowing us to spend this lunch time
in her secure garden. Don’t forget to bring your teddy bears! Any queries, contact Louise on 07837 009730
15th-18th July – Orchard Dene Garden Theatre
By Kenneth Grahame, Adapted by Alan Bennett.
Our online box office is open (https://www.blewburyplayers.co.uk/wind-in-the-willows-2026); tickets: Adult £17, child £9.
Come and enjoy the exploits and adventures of Toad and his friends Ratty, Mole and Badger. Will his friends be able to steer the motor-car-obsessed Toad away from his reckless behaviour? Can they help him mount a courageous mission to reclaim Toad Hall from the weasels? Alan Bennett’s adaptation is a satirical tale of nature, fun, friendship and loyalty.
It’s an adventure which appeals to young and old alike, and Blewbury’s open air garden theatre is the ideal setting.
Director Ed White chose this play because “it feels like Blewbury’s story”. He reflects that the noises, sounds and images, described in the book by Kenneth Grahame, all feel like they could be in this village.
18 July, Orchard Dene – 11am – 1.30pm
An exhibition to celebrate fifty years of the Blewbury Players.
Also open to audience members during performances of the Wind in the Willows (15th, 16th, 17th and 18th)
Sunday 5 July – Tennis Courts and Clubhouse
On Sunday 5th July we are opening our gates for a flagship community Open Day! Bring your friends and family along to enjoy adult and junior coaching taster sessions, fun on-court games and exclusive “on-the-day” discounts for membership and courses. Do come along, we’d love to see you, and you will have a warm welcome.
To find out more, check out our website: www.blewburytennis.co.uk or feel free to get in touch with our Membership Secretary, at info@blewburytennis.co.uk.
Sunday 5th July, St Michael’s Church
Jo Harrop Trio – Amazing singer, a Ronnie Scott’s favourite, with ace guitarist Jamie Mcredie and bass tbc
Doors 5pm, Concert 5.30-7.30pm with break, £20 includes glass of wine / soft drink
Tickets from izabela@dircon.co.uk
Sunday 7th June, St Michael’s Church
Bossa Gringos – a truly fabulous Latin flavoured quintet
The Bossa Gringos take two melodic handfuls of classic Bossa Nova style pieces and make them their own to create a truly joyful jazz performance – Bossa Nova style! What’s unusual about the band is that they have two bassists – Paul Jefferies (double bass) and Raph Mizuraki (bass guitar), plus the brilliant Ukrainian saxophonist Anatoliy Vyechaslavov, critically acclaimed guitarist Hugh Turner and one of the UK’s finest percussionists – Keith Fairburn.
Paul, Raph and Toliy also play percussion. Uplifting, virtuosic music augmented by a host of musical / instrumental surprises! Doors 5pm, Concert 5.30-7.30pm with break, £20 includes glass of wine / soft drink
Tickets from izabela@dircon.co.uk
20 June, St Michael’s Church. 7.30pm.
A FLYE ON THE WALL, By Catherine Flye
We are delighted that Catie and her friends are returning to help us celebrate our anniversary. They have performed so many enjoyable revues in Blewbury over the years. This will be based on the beloved tradition of the British Music Hall, the cast includes a company of old friends – Catie Flye and her cousin Ian Clarke tapping the ivories with gusto; Actor Garth Bardsley hot foot from the West End; Soprano Rosa Lamoreaux all the way from Washington DC and our very own local thespian, Chris Mousley Jones. The show also includes musical favourites together with audience participation.
Our online box office will open on 29 May. Tickets: £15 (to include a glass of wine) box office at: www.blewburyplayers.co.uk
Sunday 21st June 12:30pm to 3:00pm, Old Malthouse Close
The Curry Lunch is back, continuing the tradition of being held on Father’s Day – but it’s not just for fathers. Come and enjoy homemade curries with all the usual trimmings. It will be held at Old Malthouse Close, at the end of Chapel Lane. The event is being run by the Friends of St Michael’s; all proceeds will go towards maintenance and improvements to our beautiful church building. Tickets (£10 for adults, £5 for under 12s) will be available at the Blewbury Post Office from 1st June, or reserve tickets by email. If any tickets remain, they can be purchased at the event, but we would appreciate advanced purchases to help with catering. If you have any queries, would be interested in making a curry to share or want to reserve tickets in advance, please email karen.marsden@gmail.com. (Please note that there is no parking near the house.)
Wednesday 17th June from 7.30pm – The Red Lion
The Blewbury Pre-School committee are holding drinks at The Red Lion on Wednesday 17th June from 7.30pm.
This is a chance to meet current parents and committee members in an informal setting. Please do come along if you’re new to the Pre-School, considering sending your child there, or would simply like to find out more about us.
Any questions, please do send us an email at secretary@blewburypreschool.co.uk.