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Rowlands Castle Association
Summer 2014
Village Directory www.rowlandscastle.com
This Directory is published each year by the Rowlands Castle
Association. Please send amendments or additions for the next issue to: Susan Morrison – 42 Redhill Road, Rowlands Castle, PO9 6DF
M: 07795566090 / or email: [email protected]
Index
3 Local Government Services
3 Health Services
4 Pre School age Children
5 School Age Children
6 School Age Children’s Activities
7 Women’s Groups
7 Senior Citizens
7 Cultural and Social Activities
9 Village Events
9 Sport and Physical Fitness
11 Religious Activities
13 Charity and Support Groups
14 Other Community Organisations
15 Halls for Hire
Cover Photo: Graham Croker
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT
ROWLANDS CASTLE PARISH COUNCIL
The Full Council meets at 7pm on the first Monday of each month in the Parish
Hall, except on public holidays when it will meet on the next available Mon-
day. The Agenda will normally include an opportunity for residents to address
Council in an Open Forum. The Council’s Annual General Meeting takes place in
early May. The Council also has various Working Groups for Planning, Open Spac-
es, Recreation Ground, Traffic and Finance matters, each with a nominated Lead-
er. Council agendas and minutes are published on the notice boards in Rowlands
Castle and Finchdean, and on the Parish website. For further information, please
contact the Clerk to the Council: Address: The Parish Office, 11 The Green, Row-
lands Castle PO9 6BW - Tel: 02392 413044 -
Email: [email protected].
The Parish Office is open to the public on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10am to 12
Noon, and at other times by appointment.
EAST HANTS DISTRICT COUNCIL
The elected representative for Rowlands Castle is Councillor Marge Harvey (9241
3858).
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL The elected representative for Rowlands Castle is Councillor Marge Harvey (9241
3858)
HEALTH SERVICES
Rowlands Castle Surgery and Pharmacy Surgery opening hours: 8:30 to 18:00 & alternate Saturday mornings 8:30 to 12:00.
GPs Phone-in for consultations & advice” 08:00 - 08:20 Mon – Fri - Tel
02392412309
Pharmacy opening hours: 8.30 to 18.00 & Saturday mornings 9:00 to 13:00.
(Pharmacy Closed for lunch 13:00 to 14:00)
The Surgery situated at the tip of the green has been providing the village with
a GP Services for decades. Our attached pharmacy opened in May 2010.
New patients are welcome, just pop in to reception and ask for the new patient regis-
tration form.
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*Defibrillator available at surgery during surgery hours
Other health services available through the surgery include:
Community Nurses for home visits to assess needs and give appropriate infor-
mation and nursing care. They can be contacted by telephoning 01730261051.
Health Visitor Advises on health care, particularly for expectant mothers, babies
and children under five, and runs a Baby and Toddler Clinic. To contact her tele-
phone 07767352594.
Community Midwife Helps with all aspects of pregnancy care and during the first
10 days following childbirth. Clinic at the surgery, alternate Tuesdays 1.30 - 3 pm.
Our principal aim is to provide a first class service for your health and we offer a
broad range of other services including:
Chronic Disease Management
Diabetes
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease / Asthma
Coronary Heart Disease
Smoking Cessation Consultations
Travel Immunisations & Advice
Cervical Smears
Family Planning
Attached Staff also provide in-house:
Physio services
Phlebotomy
Phone 9241 2846 or visit the surgery web site www.rowlandscastlesurgery.co.uk for
further information and details of available specialist services.
FOR PRE-SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN
Village Montessori Nursery School We welcome children from 2 years to 4+,
offering sessions Monday to Friday from 9.15 to 12.15. Montessori Nursery School
Rowlands Castle Parish Hall11 Links Lane Rowlands Castle, Hamsphire, PO9 6AD
Email: [email protected] (for any inquiries on Village Montessori
Nursery School Parents Teacher Association)
Email: [email protected](for all other inquiries on Village Montes-
sori Nursery School) Tel: 07825290124
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Rowlands Castle Toddler Group. Community Parent and Baby/Toddler Group
Meets Tuesdays, term time 10-11.30, Parish Hall. Wide variety of play/craft
activities for children from birth up to 4 year olds, refreshments. £2 per session per
family. Just come along or email [email protected] for further
information.
Little Fishes Weekly Music Meeting for babies and toddlers, meet
Mondays from 10 to 10.30 am in conjunction with the Blue Moon Cafe at
St. John’s Church Centre. Come and join us for sing and play. Cost £1.
For further information contact the Parish Office on 9241 0111.
Jigsaw Nursery Monday - Friday, Term Time, 8.30 am - 4.00 pm,
for children aged 2 - 5 yrs. Ofsted inspected, Busy Bee Vouchers accepted. Contact
Lorraine Bryant at St. Johns School on 9241 2095.
Little Stars Meets Wednesdays from 9.30 to 10.30 at St John's Church
Centre. For further information on these groups, contact the Parish Of-
fice on 9241 0111
FOR CHILDREN OF SCHOOL AGE
Rowlands Castle St Johns CEC Primary School, St. John’s CEC Primary School
Rowlands Castle
Whichers Gate Road, Rowlands Castle, Hampshire, PO9 6BB
Tel: 023 92412095
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.stjohnsrowlandscastle.org
Head teacher: Kay Pennicotte-Henrie
Admissions policy (2013/2014)
General information
The catchment area of St. John’s includes the villages of Rowlands Castle,
Finchdean and Idsworth. If you would like your child to come to our school in Sep-
tember 2015, you must apply for a place by midnight on Wednesday 15th January
2014. A form and a brochure can be collected from any primary school from Sep-
tember 2014 and should be returned to St. John’s (if this is your preferred school).
The application process can be completed online.
School times
The school day for all the children is 9.00 am to 3.20pm.
Morning
9.00 am – 12.00 MD (All Children)
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Afternoon
1.05 pm – 3.20 pm (All Children) Teaching time available
Infants – 22.5 hours (excluding assemblies and playtime)
Juniors – 23.75 hours (excluding assemblies and playtimes)
St John’s Primary School, Rowlands Castle Parents Teachers
Association supports the school and your children by raising funds
and organising fun events for all the community. email Lu-
cy chair@st johnspta.com
SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN ACTIVITIES
Ist Rowlands Castle Scout Group
The aim of Scouting is to contribute to the development of
young people (boys and girls) in achieving their full physi-
cal, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals,
as responsible citizens and as members of their local na-
tional and international communities.
We operate in 3 sections:
Scouts (aged 10½-14½) Fridays 7 - 9 pm
Cub Scouts (aged 8 - 10½) Wednesdays 6.30 - 8 pm
Beaver Scouts (aged 6 - 8) Wednesdays 6.15 - 7.15 pm
All meetings take place in our HQ in Uplands Road
Please note: we anticipate a growing waiting list for Beavers and therefore recom-
mend registering your child as early as possible so that they will have the opportuni-
ty to join when they reach the age of 6.
To find out more information, please contact Nicci Lucas, Group Scout Leader Tel:
9241 2543
Girl guiding Rowlands Castle
All Units meet at the Scout & Guide HQ, Uplands Road, Rowlands Castle. More
Adult Leaders would be welcome. To find out more (girls or new Leaders) please
contact Jane Beveridge (9259 5280), email [email protected]
1st Rowlands Castle Rainbows: Girls age 5 - 7. Thursdays from 4.15 - 5.15.
2nd Rowlands Castle Brownie Pack: Girls age 7 - 10, Thursdays, 5.00 - 6.30. Help-
ers are always welcome. Contact Jane Beveridge (9259 5280)
2nd Rowlands Castle Guide Company: Girls age 10 - 15, Thursdays, 6.15-7.45pm.
Helpers are always welcome. Contact Jane Beveridge (9259 5280).
ROCYS is a Church Group for School Years 5 to 11. We meet monthly (within term
time) on Fridays from 7.30 to 9 pm in URC Meeting Place. Contact Richard on
02393 110803
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FOR WOMEN
Rowlands Castle WI Varied Programmes of Speakers, Social Events and Outings. Contacts: President - Mrs Rona Musker (01243 377186); Secretary - Diana Szelke
(02392 413671).
Women’s Fellowship Women of all ages welcome, Outings and speakers, Meets
on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 2pm, Church Hall. Contact Contact: Claire
Stanley (9241 2340) or Pearl Davies (9241 2177).
FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
RVS Luncheon Club Thursdays 1.00pm Parish Hall, For those retired from full
time employment or disabled. The Lunch Club provides a freshly cooked meal using
local food and vegetables and is a focal point to get together and socialise. Transport
can be arranged.For further information contact Carol Milford: 3, Castle Road. Tel:
92412321 / email: [email protected]
CULTURAL AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
Rowlands Castle University of the Third Age The U3A has over 140 members,
more than enough to provide a rich variety of activities. There is a monthly meeting
on the 3rd monday of the month at 14.00 with invited speaker and an annual outing
in July. Groups launched in January 2014 are:
Rowlands Castle Prehistory; 19th Century
History; Country Walks; Science and Technol-
ogy; Outings; Singing; Theatre; Play Reading;
Modern Art; Pilates (also mechanical); Cy-
cling; Spanish (basic and improvers); French
(basic and improvers); Italian (basic and im-
provers); Bridge; Astronomy; Reading Group;
Cryptic Crosswords; Genealogy; Bird Watching; Photography (digital techniques);
Holiday forum; Yoga.
For an up to date list of courses and more information about the Rowlands Castle
U3A please see the handbook which can be found on the Rowlandscastle.com web-
site:
Contact email details:
Chairman
Kevin Connell: [email protected]
Membership enquiries should be sent to:
Joan Hooper: [email protected]
Group enquiries to
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Jacqui Greethurst: [email protected]
General Enquiries to
Shirley Varnish: [email protected] about speakers to
June Halford: [email protected]
Financial enquiries to
Sandra Hodgetts: [email protected]
Rowlands Castle Historical Society Meet monthly in the Parish Hall during the
winter on Thursday evenings as arranged. We have about six
lectures a year, several trips in the summer and the occasional
exhibition. Subs are £5 a year. Guests at lectures are always
welcome at £1.50. Historical queries may be directed to
[email protected] Chairman: Tony Cowin , for enquiries
and information (9241 2292). Secretary : Paul Marshman, 26 Uplands Road, (9241
2028).
Rowlands Castle Painting Society 2nd and 4th Tues. Oct.-May at
Parish Hall. Sessions at 2pm (practical work) and 7.30pm (expert
demonstration). 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 2pm - Life Classes.
Exhibitions of members’ work held. Sketching expeditions in
summer. Membership enquiries to Ann Webber (9241 2599)
Rowlands Castle Duplicate Bridge Club Meets Wednesday evening
at 7pm in the St. John the Baptist Church Hall. Friendly competitive
duplicate bridge using bidding boxes. Partners can be found given
sufficient warning. Contact Graham or Barbara Vincent (9241 2197),e-
mail [email protected]
Rowlands Castle Craft Market In 2014 the craft Fair will be held in the Parish
Hall, Links Lane, Rowlands Castle, PO9 6AD from 10am to 1pm on the following
dates:
No Sale in August
September 13th / October 11th / November 8th / December 13th
There are approximately 25 stalls selling unique hand made items including jewel-
lery, glass, beads, pewter, textiles, patchwork, knitting, cards, photography and
woodwork.
Free admission / refreshments available / knitting Clinic.
Enquiries to: [email protected] - Hilda Tart
Rowlands Castle Photography Group Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month
in the Parish Hall at 7.30 pm. Photographers of all ability levels welcome. For
further information contact Pat Carter on 9241 3136.
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Rowlands Castle Gardening Group We meet on the 3rd Wednesday
of each month at 7.30 pm at the Church on the Green. We have a pro-
gramme of speakers throughout the year and go on garden visits during
July and August. New members and guests are always welcome. For
further information contact the Chairman: Elisabeth Hall (9241 2815).
Mobile Library Visiting times are once every four weeks on Tuesday: In Rowlands Castle from 9.30 to 10.30 near the Fountain pub on the Green; In Finchdean from 10.45 to 11.15 at the George. For further information about the service ring 0845 603 5631 or visit
www3.hants.gov.uk/library/mobile-libraries.htm
LOCAL FESTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Mayday 'Picnic on the Green' Held on the Village Green each year on the May
Bank Holiday Monday starting at 12 noon. Fun for all, including music by the
Blendworth Brass Band, vintage cars, plant sale, Allotment Association stall and
BBQ at the Fountain. All proceeds to the Rowan's Hospice. Contact Barbara
Openshaw (9241 2400).
Village Fayre The biggest event in the village calendar, the annual Summer Fayre
held on the Green 1st Saturday in July. If you would like to help, contact the
committee Chairman at [email protected] or for enquiries about stalls, email
Guy Fawkes Bonfire and Fireworks Display The next RCA Bonfire Night Cele-
brations will take place on Saturday 8th November 2014 in the Recreation Ground
in Links Lane. The Bonfire will be lit at 6.15pm and there will be a spectacular fire-
works display at 7pm. Children under 16 are admitted free. We ask adults for a do-
nation of £5 on the gate.
Children's Christmas Party: The children of Rowlands Castle are
invited to an annual RCA Children's Christmas Party on Sunday De-
cember 21st 2014, 3.00pm - 5.00pm, St John's Hall. Contact Anita
King on 07952 882201 email: [email protected] for more
information and tickets.
SPORT AND PHYSICAL FITNESS
Castle United Football Club Adult Football (ages 16 and up)
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The team plays in the Meon Valley League. We have a 1st and Reserve team. Secre-
tary: Stephen Crooks (02392 369171) or email: [email protected]
Youth Football Club (ages 7 to 16)
Boys and girls ages 7-11; boys only ages 11-16 Secretary: Gary Clark (02392
780017) or email: [email protected]
Chairman: Neil Watson (02392 631265)
Stansted Park Cricket Club We are a talented and enthusiastic group of cricketers
who each weekend during the summer months enjoy playing against neighbouring
clubs in Hampshire and West Sussex.
We would be very pleased to hear from any new players
who have recently moved into the area or now find that
they have time to participate in this sport. If you are inter-
ested in playing cricket, whatever your standard, please
contact STUART MEEKE (023 9241 2448) or by
email [email protected]
Rowlands Castle Tennis Club:
Juniors, adults, beginners, proficient players welcome.
Club evenings Monday and Friday, for which some
proficiency is needed. Contacts: Membership Secre-
tary Michele Harpur (9241 3566); Club Secretary:
Alan Best (01243 389443).
Public Tennis:
Members of the public may book Court 1 of the Recreation Ground Tennis Courts
on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 6pm (last booking at 5pm) by visiting or
telephoning the Home Hardware shop in the village. Charges are £1 for adults and
50p for children, per hour. Bookings may be made up to 24 hrs in advance and
Home Hardware will provide entry information up to one hour before the booking
begins. For further information please contact the Clerk to the Parish Council on 92
413044.
Rowlands Castle Badminton Club:
Friday 7.30pm. Parish Hall. October-March. Beginner’s welcome. Contacts: Bill
Wilson (9241 2405).
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Castle Court Badminton Club:
We meet Thursdays at 8 pm in the Parish Hall. Everyone is welcome. Contact: Vince
Ibbs (9245 4325).
Short Mat Bowls Club:
Meets in alternate weeks on Tuesday evenings and Wednesday afternoons in the Par-
ish Hall.
Contact: Alan Brown Secretary (9241 3297).
Yoga:
Classes for adults, teenagers and children. Contact Ali (9241 3134) or Richard (9241
3777).
Walking for Health:
Sponsored by East Hampshire District Council. A walk of 1-1/2 hours led by trained
volunteers starts from the Village Green, near Lloyds Bank, every Wednesday at
10am, except the 1st Wednesday of every month when we meet at The Thicket Car
Park. Contact: Ann Webber (9241 2599).
Gentle Chair Exercises: This is for anyone who suffers from stiff joints or needs to improve their mobility or
balance. Expert tuition. Every Thursday from 2-3 pm. For more details contact Terry
Bryant (9224 1764) or email at [email protected].
Busy Buggies:
A safe and effective 45-minute workout, with a fully qualified trainer, and no need
for childcare, bring your baby or toddler in their buggy! Socialize with other mums,
get back in shape, get fit and have fun in the fresh air. Tuesdays 9.15 am and Fridays
10am, in Rowlands Castle Recreation Ground. Phone Lorna (07979 646880) or email
Balance Fit
Personal Training to meet your needs.
Cardio, toning, postural and rehabilitation exercises.
Balance Fit, Pilates and Stretching.
Also available SPORTS MASSAGE
STACEY BSc, Reps Level 3
For more info contact: 07957 215459 email: [email protected]
RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES
St. John the Baptist Church:
General Pattern of Monthly Sunday Worship
Every Sunday at 8am: Holy Communion
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This is a reflective 'said' service using Common Worship or occasionally the Book
of Common Prayer
First Sunday at 10am: All Age Service
This service is planned to last about 45 minutes and includes activities for every age.
These can include our Puppets, playlets, art, felt boards, interviews from days gone
by; the possibilities are endless but be prepared to be surprised!
Second & Fourth Sunday at 10am: Morning Worship
Worship is generally in a relaxed style with crèche and young church activities pro-
vided in the Church Centre.
Third & Fifth Sunday at 10am: Holy Communion
Holy Communion based on Common Worship again with crèche and young church
activities provided in the Church Centre.
The Church on the Green (URC) The Church on the Green (URC)
Elders: Anne Barnes; Judith Stevens; Ken White; Martin White-
head
Sunday
10.15 a.m. Worship Service
6.45 p.m. 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month Celebration Service
Please contact us for venue
7.45 p.m. Prayer and/or Bible Study
Please contact us for venue
Tuesday and Wednesdays
10.30-12.00 The Meeting Place is open for you to visit, perhaps for a mug of tea or
coffee and a chat.
Contact details: Tel 07952572526, [email protected]
Finchdean Chapel Ashcroft Lane, Finchdean, Waterlooville, PO08AX
Revd Peter Norris Daytime: 023 9225 8761 Evening: 023 9225 8761 Service time and place
Morning Worship Sundays 9.15am
Evening Service monthly (Please contact for details).
Fortnightly Bible Study lead by Revd. Anne Hughes (Please contact for details).
Prayer Circle monthly (Please contact for details).
You can Also find monthly details of our services in the Messenger on the website
above.
What our church is like
Finchdean Chapel URC is a quaint little building which only seats 45, in the village
of Finchdean near Rowlands Castle, in the heart of the Hampshire countryside,
A The Chapel was  reopened 10 years ago and has been going from strength to
strength ever since.
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We are a small friendly congregation of around 20 with a strong sense fellowship, we
enjoy looking to new ways of worship, but keep Sunday mornings for a traditional
Sunday morning worship, A we have a communion service on the first Sunday in the
month.
There is always a warm welcome that awaits you and we look forward to your visit.
Parish of Idsworth St Hubert Priest-in-Charge: The Revd Rosemary Donald 023
9259 1719
Benefice Office: 023 9259 7023
SUNDAY SERVICES - All at 9.30 am
1st Sunday of month Mattins
2nd Sunday of month Parish Communion
3rd Sunday of month Family Worship
4th Sunday of month Mattins
5th Sunday of month Parish Communion
Please check notice boards or website for seasonal and other occasional variations.
Benefice Secretary Carol Legg Tel: 023 9259 702 The Benefice Office, Blend-
worth Church Centre, Blendworth Lane, Horndean, PO8 0AA
Churchwardens: John Butt Tel: 023 9241 2262, Garden Cottage, Idsworth’
Waterlooville, PO8 0AW
Roger Walker Tel: 023 9241 2669, 13 The Peak, Rowlands Castle, PO9 6AH
Roman Catholic Group Rowlands Castle is in the Parish of St. Michael and All
Angels, 437 Dunsbury Way, Leigh Park.
Monday: No Mass
Tuesday to Friday: Mass at 10am
Wednesday: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: 10:30am-5:00pm
Saturday 6pm
Sunday: Mass 10am
Please check the weekly newsletter to confirm times. Thank you.
Contact Fr. Paul Leonard (9248 4323) or at [email protected].
CHARITY SUPPORT GROUPS N.S.P.C.C. Fund-raising activities throughout the year. Christmas Fair, stall at
Village Fair and a social event are featured. Contact:Gill Bell (9241 3390) or 07824
320154.
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Royal British Legion for Rowlands Castle For information contact Ann Haigh
( 9241 2493).
Rowans Hospice See Mayday ‘Picnic on the Green’ under Local Festivities.
OTHER COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS & ACTIVITIES
Rowlands Castle Association The Aim of the Association is to conserve the
character of Rowlands Castle, to provide a channel of communication on matters of
local interest and to enhance the life of the village. The committee publishes a VIL-
LAGE MAGAZINE 3 times a year which is distributed free of charge to all resi-
dents. This contains a variety of articles, parish reports and a useful VILLAGE DI-
RECTORY, which lists the multiple organisations, and contact numbers within the
village. Contact details for the Committee;
Chair: Kevin Connell email [email protected] Tel: 92413857 The “Grapevine” the Grapevine is an email list managed by the Rowlands
Castle Association for the circulation of urgent news and information of interest in
the village. To sign up for this service just send a blank email to
[email protected] and you will automatically be sent future Grapevine
messages. People who sign up are promised that their email address will never be
disclosed to anyone else. That they will not be spammed. And that they will receive
only important, infrequent messages. Please honour this promise. Do not ask for a
read receipt. Not permitted on the Grapevine are political or commercial messages.
Rowlands Castle Association Village Magazine Published three times per
year by the Association. Includes: regular reports from the Parish Council, local
EHDC councillor and village organizations; reports on village events and notifica-
tion of forthcoming events; contributions from individuals on matters of local inter-
est. Contacts: Editor, Kevin Connell (9241 3857), email [email protected]
and for Advertising, Prue Amner (9241 2459), email [email protected]
The Rowlands Castle Good Neighbours Group Offers neighbourly assistance in
any way needed. For assistance, or to enquire about joining the Group as a volunteer,
contact 0845 519 6641 (24 hr Ansaphone service) and we’ll be in touch.
Remembrance Sunday On the 11th day of the 11th Month (Monday in 2013) the
Union Flag is lowered at 11 am on the Village Green for 2 minutes silence to honour
those who fought for our freedom.
Rowlands Castle Police Beat Surgery
Routine police visits to the village are now made through a
programme of School and Street Engagements, each lasting 90
minutes to gives schools and residents an opportunity to meet
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the Beat Teams. Tables showing the dates, times and locations of these engagements
are displayed on the Parish Council Community notice boards in Rowlands Castle
and Finchdean. Telephone numbers for contacting the police at other times are:
999 Urgent Attention (i.e. Crimes in Progress) 08450454545
Not so urgent (i.e. offenders left the scene) 0800555111
Crime Stopper, anonymous reporting 101 Vandalism and others for police attention
later
Speedwatch is a scheme sponsored by the police which involves
members of the public monitoring traffic in the village with speed
measuring devices (not speed guns). Volunteers are needed for road-
side monitoring and administration or coordination. email southofbut-
[email protected] or call 101 leaving a message for
the South of Butser beat team, quoting interest in Speed watch.
Rowlands Castle Neighbourhood Watch
Coordinator: Steve Protheroe (9241 3440).
HALLS AVAILABLE FOR HIRE
St. John’s Church Centre Situated at the top of Redhill Road opposite St. John’s
School. Available for private hire. Contact: the Parish Office on 9241 0111.
Parish Hall The hall (lower end of Links Lane) is the venue for many of the
village’s clubs and societies, and is available for private hire. Large hall with stage
and dressing-rooms, small hall and kitchen, as well as dedicated meeting rooms.
Garden is available for summer barbecues and events. Hall has Public
Entertainments, Theatre and Alcohol Licences. Contact; Kath Molloy (9241 2729)
or email to [email protected]
The Church on the Green Meeting Place Available for private hire (but not
childrens’ parties). Contact Anne Barnes (9241 3138)
St. John’s School Hall & Grounds The school, in Whicher’s Gate road, has the
Hall and Grounds available for private hire at evenings and weekends. Contact the
Head Teacher at the school on 9241 2095.
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