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Bats, balls, bullets and bombs – Congresbury remembers

 With the sound of the Last Post quietly fading on the North Somerset breeze following last week’s understandably muted commemorations, history group member and cricket club vice-president, Clive Burlton wondered just how the members and families associated with Congresbury Cricket club fared during World War One and its aftermath 100 years ago. 

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Why not try Cardio Tennis?

Cardio Tennis is a fun, group activity featuring drills to give players of all abilities an ultimate, high-energy workout. Cardio Tennis includes a warm-up, cardio workout, and cool down phases. If you want to find a healthy, new way to get in shape and to burn calories, you ought to try Cardio Tennis. It starts at Congresbury Tennis Club on Mondays at 9.15-10.15 from March 9.  For more information go to http://congresburyltc.net/cardio-tennis/ or ring the coach Stuart Bannerman on 07593 456869 or email cardio@congresburyLTC.net

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Skittles

Activity  At the War Memorial Hall
Details Alley available Mon & Fri from 7.30Team Skittles Wednesday (Mixed) & Thursday (Ladies)
Contact  Insert Phone  Insert Email  Insert
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Mendip Morris Dancers

Activity  Morris Dancing at the War Memorial Hall
Details Monday 8pm and alternate Wednesdays 7.30pm
Contact mendipmorris@gmail.com Phone  Insert Email  Insert
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Karate

Activity At the War Memorial Hall
Details Thursday 7pm
Contact Stephen Latham Phone 07866730117 Email  Insert
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Folk Night

Activity  Folk Evenings
Details 1st Thursday of the Month at 8pm. Includes performances from local folk groups.
Contact thatchway@yahoo.com Phone  Insert Email  Insert
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Bingo Club

Activity  Bingo
Details  Meets at the War Memorial Hall on Monday at 8pm
Contact Elain Bowman Phone 07801964748 Email  Insert
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Appleshed Inclusive Theatre

Activity

AppleShed Inclusive Theatre Company is a brand new venture, rooted in Congresbury.

Details They are a friendly little company, designed to make everyone feel welcome. Their ethos, modelled on Chickenshed Theatre in London, is to help young people who may or may not have additional needs, work together to create truly inclusive theatre events.

War Memorial Hall on Wed & Thurs after school.
Contact St. Andrews Church office Phone 01934 833126
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Zumba

Activity  At the War Memorial Hall
Details Mondays 6.30 pm  
Contact Maria Phone 07941352855 Email  Insert

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Youth group relaunches 100 Club

Congresbury Youth Partnership have relaunched their 100 Club and welcome new and returning members. £12 buys entry to 12 draws during the year. 50% of all monies is given out in prizes. The remaining 50% supports the work we do with young people.  To join please e-mail 100club@congsyp.org.uk for details, or pop into the youth club after school any Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday from 3.15 to 5pm.  Hurry and join!  First draw at the end of October.

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Flow – Depression and Anxiety Peer Support Group

Activity Depression and Anxiety Peer Support Group
Details We meet every Wednesday 10-11am in the room behind the
Methodist Church Hall. Come and join us for tea and a chat.
There’s no need to book, just turn up.
Contact Sarah Heiermann
Web facebook.com/flow.north.somerset
Email flow.nsomerset@gmail.com
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Patchwork and Quilting Group

Activity Members work on their own patchwork and quilting projects.
Details  This is an informal and friendly group of enthusiastic people who work on their own particular patchwork projects. Members of the group will happily share their expertise and offer help and advice to anyone who wants to learn the skills and techniques involved.
Members pay £2 a week subscription.
Contact  Pat Baker Phone  01934 835323 Email  thepatbaker@btinternet.com
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Short Mat Bowling Club

Activity Playing short mat bowls.
Details 7:30pm Mondays, October-March, at Congresbury Bowling Club. All welcome. Visit the club website
Contact Phone Email  conbcsec@gmail.com
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