November 2023

9 Buckden Roundabout November 2023 For Your Diary MONDAY CLUB We are a social group of ladies who meet fortnightly at 2.30pm in the Millard Suite at Buckden Village Hall. At each meeting we either have a guest speaker or partici- pate in an activity of our own. We then enjoy a cup of tea and biscuits, and participate in a raffle. Why not come and join us? You'd be most welcome! 13 th Nov Sale of Lana Bags (handbags, purses, wal- lets & scarves). Caroline Wheeler for P3 with Carol Homes—Financial Adviser 27 th Nov Outing to Dobbies Garden Centre, Hunts If you require a lift or any further information, please con- tact Jane Scott on 811468 or Betty Millard on 810087 Wellbeing Walks Huntingdon November 2023 November has five Wednesday - at - 2pm walks and four Friday - at - 10am walks. The venue on Wednesday the 15 th , the Buckden Village Walk, is the village hall car park, Burberry Road, PE19 5UY, at 2pm. The local venues for the remaining eight walks appear on the leafleted programme available from the Mayfield Surgery (PE19 5SZ) and the Library (PE19 5UY), or see below for con- tacts. The approximately - one - hour walks are led by trained volun- teers and follow risk - assessed routes at a steady exercise pace. Walkers are urged to consider weather and ground conditions and so to wear suitable clothing and footwear; it is also recom- mended that a bottle of drinking water is carried to avoid dehy- dration. To maintain good record - keeping, walkers must confirm their presence with the walk leader at least 5 minutes before the start - time. More information, if required, is on the website www.huntingdonshire.gov.uk/wellbeingwalks OR by emailing activelifestyles@huntingdonshire.gov.uk OR by phoning 01480 388111. Buckden Local History Society November 1 st The History of Local Sport By Nigel Fenner Nigel will give a fascinating talk on the history of local sport focusing primarily on the 19 th century. Millard Suite, Village Hall, 7.30pm. New members and visitors are very welcome. Members and children free, visitors £5. For more information please contact the Secretary at buckdenhistory@gmail .com or see our website at www.buckdenhistory.co.uk Buckden Wine & Beermakers Society Our November meeting is at the Scout Hut in Lucks Lane from 8pm on Thursday 23 rd . Members are invited to bring the wine they made from the kit they received in April. We will be sam- pling them all to taste the results of your efforts! NEW MEMBERS ARE WELCOME to join a lively sociable group where help and advice on wine and beer making are freely given. Visitors are welcome to join us. For further information contact Ann Elliott 01480 810346 Hall for hire Planning an event? Come and check out what the Method- ist Hall has to offer. There is a fully equipped kitchen, adja- cent toilets and plenty of tables and chairs. This is all availa- ble for as little as £11 per hour. If you want more details please contact the booking clerk on 07974 184106. Making Memories A free, friendly group for individuals, carers and families. Weekly activities: Arts and Crafts, Games, Singing, Gentle Exercise, Tea and Chat. Including Love to Move : A gentle, seated movement pro- gramme to music, designed to get you moving more and having fun. Every Thursday 1.30 - 3.30pm Buckden Village Hall. All Wel- come. A place to share experiences and make memories. Michelle Seal. Mobile: 07747629490; Email: michelle.seal1@nhs.net LIFE DRAWING GROUP* Venue: Buckden Village Hall Day: Wednesday Time: 9.30 am - 12.30 pm Contact: Terry Sladden Tel: 01480 811031 Email: trrslddn8@gmail.com Cost: £12.00 per 3 hours inc. 30 minute break *Male & Female models