Community Assets

Spaces, Meeting Places & Community Organisations without whom the lives of Winchcombe and area residents would be poorer.

Venues that offer space to relax and/or be entertained including cafes, restaurants & pubs; venues that can be booked for events; community buildings such as the library and museum; venues offered by the town council, and community halls and churches.

This section also includes local organisations, the country market, local publications and community radio.

Allotments

Winchcombe Allotments

See under Parks and Open Spaces

Cafés

Coffee Pot Café

This is located at Winchcombe railway station and is 1950s style tea rooms. They serve teas, coffees and cold drinks, light lunches and cakes to eat in or take away. TIMES 10am – 4pm on normal train timetable days ADDRESS Winchcombe Railway Station, Winchcombe GL54 5LD TELEPHONE 01242 621405 WEB www.gwsr.com Farmcote Herbs and Chilli Peppers

If you’re walking one of the many ways that skirt Farmcote, call in for some chilli chocolate or damson ice cream and a warm welcome from Jane, Tim and the dogs. OPEN Mid-April to mid-September TIMES 10.30 – 5pm, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays & Bank Holidays 12 noon – 5pm, Mondays ADDRESS Farmcote, nr Winchcombe, GL54 5AU TELEPHONE 01242 603860 EMAIL janeeayrs@gmail.com

Food Fanatics Delicatessen and Coffee Shop

Food fanatics stocks a range of local, regional and international foods and serves coffee and snacks/ small meals. The shop offers a delicatessen, frozen foods, cooking ingredients and food-related gifts. The shop also prepares buffet lunches that can be delivered to homes, schools or offices in the local area. The coffee shop has free wifi and the premises have disabled access and a suitably equipped customer toilet.

HOURS 8am – 5.30pm Monday – Thursday 8am – 6pm Friday & Saturday 10am – 5pm Sunday ADDRESS 12 North Street, Winchcombe, Gloucestershire, GL54 5LH TELEPHONE 01242 604466 EMAIL info@food-fanatics.co.uk

Honey Bea’s Cafe is family run and welcomes walkers, cyclists, dogs and All. They have boot covers and rack available for walkers for wet and muddy days. They serve a range of fresh, homemade cakes, light lunches, and hot and cold drinks.

HOURS 10am – 5pm Tuesday – Saturday 11am – 4pm Sunday ADDRESS 6 Hailes Street, Winchcombe GL54 5HU TELEPHONE 01242 352392 EMAIL bea@honeybeascafe.co.uk

The Old Bakery Café

This fully licensed cafe is situated on the corner of Castle Street and serves teas, coffees, sandwiches and light lunches, cream teas. Please see facebook for updates on opening hours. The café has a south facing garden. HOURS 10am – 4pm Thursday – Saturday 10.30am – 4pm Sunday ADDRESS High Street, Winchcombe GL54 5LJ TELEPHONE 01242 604352 EMAIL theoldbakerywinchcombe@yahoo.com SOCIAL Theoldbakerywinchcombe

Orchard Tea Rooms

The Orchard Tea Rooms at Hayles Fruit Farm offers a seasonal menu, with full hot meals or snacks and cakes. There are takeaway evenings (between 5pm and 8pm) on Fridays; and Tuesday pizzas (to order please call the farm shop on the number below). In the winter months Sunday roasts can be available. Please check website for details as some of these hours may change seasonally. HOURS 9am – 5pm, seven days a week (closed Mondays in winter) ADDRESS Hayles Fruit Farm, Hailes GL54 5PB TELEPHONE 01242 602123 EMAIL info@haylesfruitfarm.co.uk WEB www.haylesfruitfarm.co.uk

Restaurant 5 North Street

This restaurant serves a variety of menus which change regularly and seasonally. The chef uses quality produce to produce flavoursome dishes. HOURS For dinner: 7 – 9pm Tuesday – Saturday, For lunch: 12.30 – 1.30pm Wednesday – Sunday ADDRESS Restaurant 5 North Street, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5LH TELEPHONE 01242 604566 EMAIL Via the website WEB www.5northstreetrestaurant.co.uk Sudeley Castle has two eating places. There is a restaurant / café for people who have bought tickets at the castle itself which serves meals (menus change on a weekly basis). There is also a café called The Pantry which is off the visitor centre in the car park which serves drinks, sandwiches, rolls, salads, pies, scotch eggs, ice creams, and, cakes. HOURS The Pantry: 10am – 4.30pm Castle Café: 10am – 4pm ADDRESS Sudeley Castle, Sudeley, Winchcombe GL54 5JD TELEPHONE 01242 604244 EMAIL enquiries@sudeley.org.uk WEB www.sudeleycastle.co.uk

Wesley House

This restaurant is found in a fifteenth century merchant house on Winchcombe’s High Street. Local suppliers and organic produce is used wherever possible. Private parties can be hosted with up to 50 guests. The restaurant has a light bites menu and an A La Carte Menu with vegan and vegetarian options available. Afternoon teas are served Monday to Sunday 3-5pm (pre-bookings only). HOURS Lunch: 12 noon – 2pm Dinner: 6 – 9pm (Closed Sundays and Mondays) ADDRESS Wesley House, High Street, Winchcombe GL54 5LJ TELEPHONE 01242 602366 EMAIL enquiries@wesleyhouse.co.uk WEB www.wesleyhouse.co.uk

Winchcombe Antiques Centre and Tea Rooms

This tea rooms is set in a Grade II listed building that houses many antiques which can be browsed by visitors. It offers over 15 teas, freshly ground coffee and home baked cake, with pleasant views of the garden. The tea rooms may be used as a regular meeting place for groups with special arrangements catered for (please contact the owners). HOURS 10am – 5pm Monday – Saturday 11 am – 4pm Sunday ADDRESS The Stonehouse, Abbey Terrace, Winchcombe GL54 5LL TELEPHONE 01242 300556 EMAIL enquiries@winchcombeantiquescentre.co.uk WEB www.winchcombeantiquescentre.co.uk

Community Assets

Dent-Brocklehurst Family Charitable Trust

DBFCT trustees meet once a year to consider applications for funding from individuals and organisations primarily in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds.

WEB https://register-of-charities.charitycommission. gov.uk/charity-search/-/charity-details/292097/ charity-overview

Winchcombe Town Trust

A local charity which provides a building and facilities for the Town, Police, and Folk Museum and provides educational and artistic activities for the benefit of the public. ADDRESS Old Town Hall, High Street, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5LJ TELEPHONE 07425 132649 EMAIL winchcombe2017@gmail.com WEB http://www.winchcombemuseum.org.uk/

Clubs

Winchcombe Conservative Working Men’s (CWM) Club

Winchcombe CWM Club is the town’s oldest and largest social club. Its room can be made available for use by clubs and societies for talks – contact the Club for details. (For activities at the Club, see section Social Activities.) ADDRESS Vineyard Street, Winchcombe GL54 5LP TELEPHONE 01242 602685 EMAIL contact@wcwmclub.com WEB https://wcwmclub.com/about SOCIAL wcwmclub

Community Housing

Winchcombe has good low-cost housing available in the form of almshouses and other properties.

Chandos and Dents Almshouses

Chandos Flats are situated just off Mill Lane, opposite St Peter’s Church. They are Grade 2 listed and were founded by Lady Dorothy Chandos of Sudeley Castle in 1573. The flats consist of ten studio apartments with separate bedroom area, shower room, and living area with alcove kitchen. There is also a larger one-bedroomed apartment with separate kitchen and large living room. There is communal gas-fired central heating and hot water, and there are two laundry rooms following an award-winning major refurbishment in 2018. Each flat has attractive views to the rear, with allotments available to rent separately. There is no parking. Dogs are not permitted. Dent’s Terrace is situated off Abbey Terrace next to the Plaisterer’s Arms, and is Grade 2 listed. It was founded by the Dent family of Sudeley Castle in 1865. The terrace is a row of ten cottages each with two bedrooms, living room, kitchen and wet-room. All have gas-fired central heating. There are garden plots to the rear and side of the terrace, with allotments available to rent separately. There is no parking. Dogs are not permitted. To enquire about vacancies please visit https:// winchcombealms.org/applicants/. At time of writing there is one vacancy.

Edward Adlard Almshouses (Charity)

The main purpose of the trust is to provide accommodation for poor persons who have resided or are residing in Winchcombe and to maintain the properties accordingly. ADDRESS Flat 2, 100 Gloucester Street, Winchcombe GL54 5LX TELEPHONE 01242 609565

Evans Adlard Trust

The main activity of the trust is to provide accommodation for the elderly who have insufficient funds to purchase. ADDRESS Flat 2, 100 Gloucester Street, Winchcombe GL54 5LX TELEPHONE 01242 609565 EMAIL admin@adlardtrust.org.uk

Tudor House

Tudor House in Hailes Street offers 4 one-bedroom flats within easy reach of the town centre. They are for “elderly gentlefolk of limited means”. New residents are accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs are generally accepted, subject to trustees’ consent. ADDRESS Tudor House Trustees, Tudor House, 18 Hailes Street, Winchcombe GL54 5HU TELEPHONE 07771 863554 EMAIL enquiries.tudorhouse@gmail.com

Council

Winchcombe Town Council

Winchcombe Town Council plays an important role in promoting the town, representing its interests and supporting the work of different groups in the community. Provides: allotments, bus shelters. community centres, consults on neighbourhood planning; grant aides local organisations, and play areas and play equipment. ADDRESS Abbey Fields Community Centre TELEPHONE 01242 604087 EMAIL info@winchcombetowncouncil.co.uk WEB www.winchcombetowncouncil.co.uk

Community Assets

Winchcombe Country Market

Sells homemade baked goods, preserves and fresh, home-grown fruit, vegetables, plants and crafts. HOURS 9am – 12 noon, second Saturday in every month ADDRESS Guide Hall, High Street, Winchcombe TELEPHONE Pat Grassick 01242 603124 Fran Hunter 01242 620285 01242 603124 or 01242 603673 EMAIL slucyhall@hotmail.com WEB www.country-markets.co.uk SOCIAL winchcombecountrymarkets

Free Deliveries

The following businesses are included because they provide free deliveries in the Winchcombe area. A minimum purchase may be required.

North’s Bakery

Call before 3pm for delivery the following day ADDRESS 10 North St, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5LH TELEPHONE 01242 602416

The Shoe & Pet Box

ADDRESS 2 North Street, Winchcombe GL54 5LH TELEPHONE 01242 602414 SOCIAL The-Shoe-and-Pet-Box-34186694602

Vale & Hills Butcher

Will deliver late afternoon or early evening ADDRESS High St, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5LJ TELEPHONE 01242 602998 EMAIL toby@valehills.co.uk SOCIAL valeandhillsbutchers

William Hill (Grimsby Fish Stall)

Delivers Wednesday afternoons in Winchcombe TELEPHONE 07900 581880 EMAIL https://eynsham-pc.gov.uk/contact. aspx?oid=482&id=495 WEB https://eynsham-pc.gov.uk/org.aspx?n=GrimsbyFish-Stall

Winchcombe Fruit & Veg

Supplies quality fresh fruit and vegetables locally grown and sourced. ADDRESS 4 North St, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5LH TELEPHONE 01242 609500 SOCIAL cotswoldessentials Abbey Fields Community Centre

Abbey Fields Community Centre is registered as a charity and is entirely non-profit making with all profits being ploughed back into maintenance and improvement. The Community Centre plays an important role in bringing the community together, providing facilities for neighbourhood activities and as a meeting place for many local groups. The versatile facilities include: • a small meeting room • the Cleeve Annexe, with its own kitchenette and cloakroom • the Langley and Sudeley Rooms, which can be used as two separate rooms or together as one • separate toilet facilities for all, plus a disabled toilet • a fully equipped kitchen plus tables and chairs to seat 150 people ADDRESS Abbey Fields Community Centre, Back Lane, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5QH TELEPHONE 07471 684040 EMAIL abbeyfieldscommunitycentre@gmail.com WEB https://www.abbeyfieldscommunitycentre.co.uk/

Encounter Church

If you would like to hire Encounter Church as a venue, please get in touch with the Church Manager or book online at the address below.

CONTACT Ron Weinand TELEPHONE 01242 604552 WEB https://www.encounterchurch.org.uk/venue-hire

Gretton Village Hall (refurbished and extended in 2009) and adjoining Playing Field are owned and managed by the Gretton Village Association. The facilities include a main function room, large and small meeting rooms and a kitchen, and all are available for hire by residents and non-residents. Disabled parking for 2 vehicles but otherwise parking is mainly on local roads.

FEES £12 per hour for the main function room; see web for other rates ADDRESS Gretton Village Hall, Gretton, Nr Winchcombe GL54 5EP CONTACT Jan Taylor TELEPHONE 01242 603234 EMAIL gvabookings@btinternet.com WEB https://sites.google.com/site/grettonvillagehall/ Home

Methodist Church

A popular meeting space which is currently unavailable. Contact Linda Maggs for more information.

TELEPHONE 01242 603330 Winchcombe Library

Offers books and more... reservation service, PCs with internet access, limited scan facilities from a USB memory stick, photocopying, printing (computer booking required), free packs for Babies and Toddlers, home library service and age-related bus pass renewals (but not new bus passes – currently suspended). Social distancing measures remain in place. Hire of the library premises is currently suspended. Winchcombe Library has level access and parking. A post box for book returns is available out of hours when the podiatry clinic is open. OPENING 10am – 2pm Monday 10am – 1pm, 2pm – 5.30pm Tuesday 10am – 1pm, 2pm – 5.30pm Wednesday (Closed on Thursdays) 10am – 1pm, 2 – 6pm Friday 10am – 1pm Saturday ADDRESS Back Lane, Winchcombe GL54 5PZ TELEPHONE 01242 602772 EMAIL winchcombelibrary@gloucestershire.gov.uk

Winchcombe Guide Hall

Winchcombe Guide Hall is available for children’s parties and other events at £8 per hour. It has seating for 80 guests. Kitchen facilities are available for cold food, tea and coffee. There is no onsite parking, wifi or alcohol licence. It is wheelchair accessible and offers a disabled washroom. Pick up keys from local shop. Venue for Winchcombe Country Market, Choir rehearsal, Rainbows, Brownies & Guides. CONTACT c/o Gloucestershire Rural Community Council ADDRESS Winchcombe Guide Hall, High Street, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5LJ TELEPHONE 01452 528491 Museum

Winchcombe Museum

Winchcombe Museum, now home to a fragment of the Winchcombe meteorite, seeks to encourage and promote further interest, understanding and involvement in the historical heritage of Winchcombe and the surrounding area through its unique collections and archives for the benefit of the local community and visitors. Downstairs is now open, but upstairs remains closed. HOURS 10am – 4pm Saturday

FEES Free ADDRESS High Street, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5LJ TELEPHONE During opening hours 07922 081742 Any time 0770879802 EMAIL info@winchcombemuseum.org.uk WEB https://www.winchcombemuseum.org.uk

Community Assets

The Finches Play Park

Managed by Winchcombe Town Council. ADDRESS Becketts Lane, Greet, Cheltenham CONTACT Winchcombe Town Council TELEPHONE 01242 604087 WEB http://www.winchcombetowncouncil.co.uk

Jubilee Play Park and Abbey Field

Managed by Winchcombe Town Council. ADDRESS to the rear of Abbey Fields Community Centre, Back Lane, Winchcombe, GL54 5QH CONTACT Winchcombe Town Council TELEPHONE 01242 604087 WEB http://www.winchcombetowncouncil.co.uk

King George V Playing Field (also known as “the Rec”)

This is the home of the Winchcombe Town Football Club Reserves. Managed by Winchcombe Town Council. No parking or disabled access. ADDRESS Mill Lane, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5LT CONTACT Winchcombe Town Council TELEPHONE 01242 604087 WEB http://www.winchcombetowncouncil.co.uk

Winchcombe Allotments

For advice on existing and planned allotments contact: Cliff Pennell, Winchcombe Town Clerk

ADDRESS Abbey Fields Community Centre, Winchcombe, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 5QH TELEPHONE 01242 604087 EMAIL info@winchcombetowncouncil.co.uk WEB www.winchcombetowncouncil.co.uk

Winchcombe Park

A new park for all the community is being built off Greet Road, between Winchcombe Medical Centre and Winchcombe School. Construction commenced in July 2021 and is scheduled for completion early in 2022. As well as having seating and attractive planting, it will contain a bespoke Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA), wheeled sports facility, outdoor gym, zip-wire and petanque terrain. There will also be lighting, CCTV and parking. For more information see Winchcombe Town Council. CONTACT See Winchcombe Town Council for details TELEPHONE 01242 604087

Publications

Tewkesbury Borough News

Latest community news, Press Releases, and information relevant to residents and communities living within Tewkesbury Borough. TELEPHONE 01684 272291 EMAIL Clare.evans@tewkesbury.gov.uk WEB www.tewkesbury.gov.uk/press-office

Winchcombe Matters

Winchcombe Town Council’s official newsletter that is distributed to residents in Winchcombe, Greet, Littleworth and Postlip with regular updates on council projects and activities.

Winchcombe Noticeboard (online)

A local facebook page sharing information useful to Winchcombe residents. Details of road closures, clubs, charities or events etc.

SOCIAL groups/336607036827025/

Winchcombe Parish Magazine

Produced by St Peter’s Church for all the residents of Winchcombe.

EMAIL magazine@winchcombeparish.org.uk WEB https://www.winchcombeparish.org.uk/monthlymagazines/

A non-profit organisation which promotes the town and supports community events and groups. One of our aims is to market the whole ‘Winchcombe experience’ to visitors and tourists so they are fully aware of the broad appeal of what they can do, visit, see, learn and enjoy here. Online only. TELEPHONE 01242 602925 WEB www.winchcombe.co.uk/winchcombe-together

Public Houses & Inns

The Corner Cupboard

An original fifteenth century inn, with oak beams and open fires, the Corner Cupboard serves locally sourced food all day every day. It has a real ale bar, continental lagers, and a comprehensive wine list. This inn has a garden and a games room. It may be hired out for parties for special occasions. OPENING 10am – 12 midnight Monday – Saturday 11am – 12 midnight Sundays Meals served: 12 noon – 3pm, 6 – 9pm Monday – Friday 12 noon – 9pm Saturdays 12 noon – 8pmSundays Supersaver Menu: lunchtimes & 6 – 7.30pm Monday – Saturday ADDRESS 83 Gloucester St, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5LX TELEPHONE 01242 602303 EMAIL jason@cornercupboardwinchcombe.co.uk WEB www.cornercupboardwinchcombe.co.uk

The Lion Inn

This pub has a restaurant, bar and snug to offer. The restaurant serves meals which use locally sourced seasonal ingredients. The Inn has eight bedrooms for overnight guests. Dogs are welcome including in bedrooms with staying guests. For special occasions, such as weddings, anniversaries and wakes, the Head Chef is able to create a bespoke menu. Room check in from 3pm and room checkout 11am. HOURS 12 noon – 11pm Monday – Saturday 12 noon – 10pm Sunday Meals served: 12 noon – 3pm & 6 – 9pm, Monday – Sunday ADDRESS 37 North Street, Winchcombe GL54 5PS TELEPHONE 01242 603300 EMAIL Enquiries: reception@thelionwinchcombe.co.uk, Reservations: sleep@thelionwinchcombe.co.uk WEB www.thelionwinchcombe.co.uk This inn has 5 ensuite bedrooms and a secluded garden and open fire. Dogs are welcome. It is on the main B4632 which runs through the town and has outdoor seating. HOURS Meals served: 12 noon – 2.30pm & 6 – 9pm, Monday – Saturday 12 noon – 6pm Sunday ADDRESS Abbey Terrace, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5LL TELEPHONE 01242 602358 EMAIL plaisterers.arms@btinternet.com SOCIAL The Plaisterers Arms

The White Hart Inn

This pub and restaurant serves fresh local dishes. It has eight ensuite rooms plus three rambler style rooms with shared facilities to suit families. Meals served include seasonal, local produce with a changing specials menu throughout the week. Wedding receptions are also hosted at the White Hart. HOURS Breakfast is served: 8 – 11.30am Lunch is served: 11.30am – 5pm Afternoon tea is served: 3 – 5pm Dinner is served: 5 – 8.30pm Sunday lunch is served: 12 noon – 5pm Bar open: 10am – 10pm ADDRESS High street, Winchcombe, Cheltenham GL54 5LJ TELEPHONE 01242 602359 EMAIL info@whitehartwinchcombe.co.uk

Radio

Radio Winchcombe

Community radio station broadcasting on 107.1 FM in the Winchcombe area & online. Ideas for programmes welcome. Now a free new app for iOS & Android allows you listen from your phone ADDRESS Radio Winchcombe Studio, The Old Boys’ School, Gretton Road, Winchcombe GL54 5EE TELEPHONE 01242 609571 EMAIL studio@radiowinchcombe.co.uk WEB www.radiowinchcombe.co.uk

Tourist Information Centre

The Tourist Information Centre is open again in Winchcombe Museum, situated on the ground floor of the old Town Hall. Our friendly staff provide local maps, guidebooks, transport advice, where to stay and eat details, as well as up to date information on local events and attractions to help make the most of your visit.

HOURS April to October, 10am – 4pm daily November to March, 10am – 4pm Saturday & 10am – 3pm Sunday TELEPHONE 01242 602925 EMAIL winchcombetic@tewkesbury.gov.uk WEB https://www.winchcombe.co.uk/touristinformation-centre-museum/

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