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Next Feldon Valley Military and Naval History Society Talk: The Battle of Edgehill, 1642

The Next Meeting of the Feldon Valley Military and Naval History Society is on Wednesday June 18th at The Hall at 8.00 pm

Simon Marsh of the  Battlefields Trust is coming to The Hall to give a talk on the Battle of Edgehill, the first major engagement between Roundheads and Cavaliers in August of 1642 at the start of the First Civil War. 

See poster below.

For further information you can contact Peter here

Lots to Look Forward to at The Cherington this Summer!

Summer fun and entertainment for all at The Cherington!

Quiz nights, Father’s Day special and Cheri-Fest 2025…

….or a relaxing drink with friends in the garden..

For a list of events and posters about what is coming up at our lovely local pub see below.

To keep in touch with what is going on follow The Cherington Facebook Page.

  • Father’s Day – Sunday 15th June with a drink on the house for every dad!
  • Quiz Night (in conjunction with Burger Night) – every first Monday of the month – next one on July 7th
  • Cheri-Fest 2025 – Friday 22nd – Sunday 24th August – save the date! Food, drink live entertainment and very special Tug of War Competition on 23rd! (More details coming soon).

Booking is highly recommended for quiz and meal specials – see here

It’s Fish and Chips for Supper at the June Farmers’ Market this Thursday

June’s Farmers’ Market will be held at The Hall on Thursday June 5th at from 18.00 – 20.00

Locally produced meat, fresh veg, olives and bread as well as various craft stalls, will be found among the stallholders at The Hall this month. 

See below for a list.

The popular Catchy Fish will be providing a delicious fish and chip supper so why not eat in and catch up with friends at our licensed bar at the same time.

Stall holders include:

The Feldons Wildlife Group Invite You to an Illustrated Talk on how ‘Swifts are Making a Comeback’ on June 11th

‘Swifts are Making a Comeback’ Talk at The Hall Wednesday June 11th at 8pm

Jacey Jackson, lifelong enthusiast and founder of Shipston Action for Swifts, will be sharing her passion for these birds in an illustrated talk at The Hall on June 11th.

Doors open at 7:30pm – to start at 8pm.

Refreshments will be available and donations towards the cost of the talk would be much appreciated.

For more information, please contact Sue Williams on 01608 686414.

Newsletter from Jacey re Swift News for 2025 can be seen here.

Corn Dolly Workshop at The Hall June 7th

An Introductory Workshop into the Wonderful World of Corn Dollies at The Hall on June 7th from 10.00 – 13.00

Learn the basics of strawcraft starting with a simple plait Country Favour, then a bigger Glory Braid, leading to your final Showstopper piece a ‘Welsh Border Fan’.

All materials and refreshments provided.

Cost: £45 pp

For more details and to book see poster and contact Wheatear Strawcraft 

Yoga at The Hall – First Trial Class Free

Now’s the time to try out or return to yoga!

During May, June and July 2025, you can enjoy your FIRST TRIAL CLASS FREE with Claire Parsons on Thursday evening from 7.30 at The Hall.

An hour and a quarter of Mind, Breath, Stretch and Flow.

To find out more contact Claire on 07980 543437 or visit https://www.inspirehealthandwellbeing.co.uk

(Monday morning 9:15-10:30am class also available at The Hall).

Half Term Dance Workshops for Children at The Hall

Atomic Dance Half Term workshops at The Hall for Children aged 4 – 13 yrs on May 28/29 from 9.00 – 3.00

If you are looking for an active pursuit for your child over the half-term holiday next week look no further than the Atomic Dance workshops being held at The Hall on Wednesday May 28th and Thursday May 29th from 9am – 3pm.

You can book either one or both days, contact Ellie at Atomic Dance for more information and to secure a place – click here.

Open to all, your child doesn’t have to be a student with Atomic Dance – so it’s a great way to try out classes!

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Cherington and Stourton Parish Council Annual Parish Meeting and Cherington and Stourton Parish Council Annual General Meeting: Monday April 22nd

The Cherington and Stourton Joint Parish Council Annual Parish Meeting will be held at The Hall on Monday 22nd at 7.30 pm.
This is a meeting for the residents of Cherington and Stourton and will be chaired by the Chairman of the Parish Council but it is not a meeting of the Parish Council.
Parish Councillors will be in attendance.
If any parishioner wishes to raise an issue please contact the clerk Dawn Fisher at candspcc@gmail.com.
All residents are welcome to attend, please share this invitation with your neighbours.

For agenda items see below. For full agenda see here

AGENDA : Annual Parish Meeting

  1. Welcome and introduction
  2. Apologies for absence
  3. County Councillor’s report
  4. District Councillor’s report
  5. Chairman’s report 2024/2025
  6. Financial Report 1st April 2024 – 31st March 2025
  7. Parish Matters
    • a) To consider any issues received in writing from any member of the community of this Parish.
    • b) To receive matters for information or consideration relating to Cherington & Stourton Joint Parish for future discussion. 

The Cherington and Stourton Joint Parish Council Annual General Meeting will be held at The Hall on Monday 22nd at 8.00.

For agenda items see below. For full agenda see here

AGENDA : Annual General Meeting

  1. Apologies
  2. Declarations of interest in any item to be discussed
  3. To approve the minutes of the last Annual General Meeting 
  4. Election of Chair 
  5. Election of Vice Chair
  6. Chairman’s Report
  7. Financial Report
  8. Election of Village Hall Representative
  9. Any Other Business

For previous minutes and agendas – click here

For Planning Applications click here

Cherington and Stourton Parish Council Annual Parish Meeting and Cherington and Stourton Parish Council Annual General Meeting: Tuesday April 22nd

The Cherington and Stourton Joint Parish Council Annual Parish Meeting will be held at The Hall on Monday 22nd at 7.30 pm.
This is a meeting for the residents of Cherington and Stourton and will be chaired by the Chairman of the Parish Council but it is not a meeting of the Parish Council.
Parish Councillors will be in attendance.
If any parishioner wishes to raise an issue please contact the clerk Dawn Fisher at candspcc@gmail.com.
All residents are welcome to attend, please share this invitation with your neighbours.

For agenda items see below. For full agenda see here

AGENDA : Annual Parish Meeting

  1. Welcome and introduction
  2. Apologies for absence
  3. County Councillor’s report
  4. District Councillor’s report
  5. Chairman’s report 2024/2025
  6. Financial Report 1st April 2024 – 31st March 2025
  7. Parish Matters
    • a) To consider any issues received in writing from any member of the community of this Parish.
    • b) To receive matters for information or consideration relating to Cherington & Stourton Joint Parish for future discussion. 

The Cherington and Stourton Joint Parish Council Annual General Meeting will be held at The Hall on Monday 22nd at 8.00.

For agenda items see below. For full agenda see here

AGENDA : Annual General Meeting

  1. Apologies
  2. Declarations of interest in any item to be discussed
  3. To approve the minutes of the last Annual General Meeting 
  4. Election of Chair 
  5. Election of Vice Chair
  6. Chairman’s Report
  7. Financial Report
  8. Election of Village Hall Representative
  9. Any Other Business

For previous minutes and agendas – click here

For Planning Applications click here

Cherington & Stourton Charity Plant and Produce Sale 2025 – A Big Thank You!

Message of thanks from from Barbara Babbage:

‘I would like to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who helped, donated – plants, cakes, scones, produce and so many other items for the Shipston Home Nursing, charity sale over the weekend.

I am honoured by the support given by so many people from around this area and I am pleased to advise that the sum of £614.80 was raised for this great charity.

Thank you to you all.’

Barbara