Local Clubs & Groups

in your area

Active Bucks Yoga

I run 2 yoga classes in the Bucks area on behalf of Active Bucks. This initiative is set up to get more people across the county active, some of it in outdoor, green spaces. The first is an outdoor yoga class every Monday 12pm-1pm Iver Environment Centre. Colne Valley Regional Park, Slough Rd, Iver Heath, Iver SL0 0EB. The second is in the pretty village of Hedgerley also on Monday’s 2pm-3pm. Hedgerley Memorial Hall. Kiln Lane. Hedgerley. SL2 3UU. I also run a variety of private and public classes, corporate and one-to-one classes in Slough and Eton. Please contact Meena for more information on any of these classes. 07917 207510. meenakalsi@hotmail.com

Beaconsfield Film Society

Screens films twice a month at weekends. Go online to view the full programme, how to become a member, and our “try before you buy” option - www.beaconsfieldfilmsociety.com

Breakfast Rotary Club (aka Misbourne Matins)

The club meets every Wednesday for breakfast 7.30-8.30am at The Bull Hotel, Oxford Rd, Gerrards Cross SL9 7PA. For details on meetings and all our many activities see our website www.misbournematins.org or contact our Membership Secretary 01753 889145

Zumba Class

Girl Guide Hut , Gerrards Cross New Zumba Class Wednesdays 11.30-12.30 With Tracey starts 8th January - Call 07841 428757.

Tessa Templetons’s School of Bridge

We run Beginners & Revision classes and play sessions at Chalfont St Peter Community Centre. Monday & Thursday duplicate sessions 1:30 – 4:30pm. For more details contact Tessa on 01753 885004 or email tessa@tessabridge.co.uk www.tessabridge.co.uk

The Chalfonts and Gerrards Cross Camera Club

Club meetings are held in the Garden Room, The Memorial Centre, Gerrards Cross at 7.45pm each Thursday, Sept to June. A specialist ‘Digi Group’, provides technical advice to members, meets in the Memorial Centre on the third Wednesday of each month. For details contact David Durrant 07791 691 896 or James Torr 01753 629 493

Chalfont Saints Activity Group

The Club, founded in 1988, provides football for all boys and girls aged 5-18yrs, mini-soccer to 11-a-side. We have 1st class grass pitches, astro pitch training, qualified coaches and clubhouse cafe. We meet at NSE Centre, Chesham Lane, Chalfont St Peter SL9 0RJ. Contact Mike Saunders on 07747 476827 or email msaunders1939@googlemail.com

Chalfont Common WI

Would you like to join other inspiring women? We are a group of about 60 women of varying ages, interests and opinions, who meet monthly (at the Tony Graham Room, Chalfont St Peter Community Centre, on the first Thursday of each month at 7.30 for 7.45pm) for a meeting where there is always an interesting speaker, some discussion and some laughs. There are also frequent coffee mornings, book groups, activities and outings. If you think you might like to find out more, come along, or call one of us for a chat – Sheila (on 01753 884834), or Chris (on 01494 872133)

Chalfont Concert Wind Band

Local friendly community band. We meet at Robertswood School, Denham Lane, Chalfont St Peter SL9 OEW. Rehearsals are held on Mondays: Training Band from 18:30- 19:30, and Main Band from 19.45-21.45. Visit www.chalfontwindband.co.uk or call 07810 648702

Chalfont Line Dance Club

welcomes all new dancers and experienced dancers. We meet every Wednesday morning 9.30am–12.00pm and Thursday evenings 7.15pm-10.15pm (absolute beginners 7.00pm) at the Chalfont St Peter Community Centre. Contact Christina 01494 265962 or 07952815076 (Thursday) or Pat 01628 532173 or 07880344288 (Wednesday) www.chalfontlinedanceclub.com

Chalfont Monday Badminton Club

At Chalfont Leisure Centre from 8-10.15pm every Monday except bank holidays. Come and see us. For more details call Nick on 01753 890625 or Ellen on 01753 880276

Chalfont St.giles 60+ Fitness & Social Club

We meet every Friday from 2-4pm in the Scout Hall. We have 1 hour of various exercises, then a cup of tea, followed by either Board Games, Darts, Table Tennis or Walking Netball. We are always looking for new activities. The cost is £3.00 per session inc.tea. Contact Karoline if you would like to join us - lambkaroline3@gmail.com

Chalfont St.Giles Tennis Club

Very friendly village Club with 3 new courts plus Mini Tennis Court and hitting wall welcomes new member of all ages and abilities. Contact Mark on 07962392828 for further info

Chalfont St Peter Community Centre

Gravel Hill, Chalfont St. Peter SL9 9QX. Hall and Meeting Rooms available. Call 01753 885778 or visit www.cspcc.org.uk, email info@cspcc.org.uk Monday-Friday 9am-12pm

Chalfont St Peter Garden Club (Affiliated to the RHS)

The garden club holds monthly talks covering many interesting topics on the third Wednesday of the month at 8pm at the Parish Church Hall CSP. Members also have exclusive access to our garden supplies hut, receive a monthly newsletter and can go on our coach trips to gardens and houses. We also hold an annual summer show. New members welcomed. For more details call 01895 234609 or visit www.gardenclub.org.uk

Chalfont St Peter and Gerrards Cross History Society

A history society. We meet at 8pm the Memorial Centre, East Common, Gerrards Cross, SL9 7AD on the last Friday of the month, from September to March (not Dec). Contact Barbara 01753 883523 or email barbara@lyddiatt.co.uk

Chalfont St Peter Royal British Legion

Based at Nicol Road. Welcomes new members. Regular entertainment. Bingo nights etc. For details ring 01753 885252

Chalfont St Peter Tennis Club

A friendly local club with a thriving adult and junior membership. Weekly coaching sessions for all ages. Contact Angela Cranston email: membership@chalfontstpetertennisclub.co.uk www.chalfontstpetertennisclub.co.uk Only £99 for new adult members.

Chalfont St Peter Trefoil Guild

For anyone who in the past has been involved with, or has a interest in, Guides/Brownies. Meetings on the first Wednesday of every month (except January) from 2pm-4pm in The Guide Hut, Lansdown Road, Chalfont St Peter. Ring Janet - 01494 876413 for details

Chalfont St Peter Youth Centre

Tithe Barn, Sandy Rise, Chalfont St Peter Monday, School year 7, 7.00-8.30pm Wednesday, School years 9-11, 7.30-9.30pm Thursday, School year 8, 7.30-9.00pm. See www.cspyouthcentre.org.uk or call 01753 883712

Chalfont St Peter Youth Centre

Thu: Stories and Craft on the Mobile Bus 10:30-11:30. Chalfont St Giles Blizzards Car Park Fri: Stay and Play on the Mobile Bus 13:30-15:00 Chalfont St Peter Community Centre For details contact Michelle Els on 07824 527922

HIIT Adult Circuit Training & Kids Fitness

Come and try for free! Chalfonts Community College every Monday 7-8pm, Wednesday 7-8pm, Thursday 7:30-8:30pm, Saturday 9-10am. Kids Fitness: Thursday 6:30-7:15pm Call Scott on 07732 810 928 / 01494 432432 email scott@core-fitness.co.uk. Visit www.core-fitness.co.uk

Dance Chalfont

Latin & Ballroom Dancing for Adults Improver’s Social Class - Every Tuesday 9-10pm, Jubilee Hall, Seer Green, Beaconsfield HP9 2QJ six week courses - call for start dates and fees. For more information please contact: dancechalfont@ yahoo.co.uk or call Sarah on 07730 523726. I.D.T.A. qualified.

Fulmer Cricket Club

A friendly village cricket club playing competitive, non-league games every Saturday and Sunday from April to September. New players of all abilities always very welcome. Come and find out more. www.fulmercricketclub.com www.facebook.com/pages/Fulmer-Cricket-Club/ twitter.com/FulmerCricket

Accord Community Choir

Free to join, no audition required. Members both male and female span a wide age range from across South Bucks. Lively, fun and friendly, we sing uplifting, contemporary music for various community events. No previous experience necessary. Rehearsals each Monday in term time (recommencing 12 Sept) from 7.30-9.15pm at the St James Centre, Oxford Road (A40), Gerrards Cross SL9 7DJ. See www.facebook.com/accordcommunitychoir or e-mail roo.stewart@goldhill.org

The Gerrards Cross and Chalfont St Peter Rotary Club

meets at The Ethorpe Hotel, 85 Packhorse Road, Gerrards Cross SL9 8HX on Thursdays 12.00 for 12.30 p.m. Please see our website www.gxrotary.org.uk for details, or contact our President Marcus Lee, telephone 01494678107. You will be most welcome.

Gerrards Cross Bowls Club

Maltmans Lane invites all beginners and experienced players Coaching and equipment available just bring flat shoes. For details contact the Secretary on 01753 887765

Gerrards Cross Bridge Club

We meet Mon & Wed evenings at the Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre for duplicate bridge. Please contact Tony Tel: 01753 644965 or email: a_reading@msn.com

The Gerrards Cross Chess Club

The chess club meets every Wednesday at 7.30pm, in Room 4 of the Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre. Contact Peter Forrest 01494 677640.

The Gerrards Cross Scottish Country Dancing Group

We dance every Tuesday evening term-time from 7.30 to 10.00 at the Memorial Centre, East Common, in Gerrards Cross. We welcome beginners. First week is free.

Chalfonts U3A

A lively, friendly group for those no longer in full-time work who seek new horizons to make the most of their spare time ahead. Over 50 different Interest Groups ranging from Walking to Theatre Trips, and Photography to Excursions. Local monthly meetings with speakers on diverse subjects – and much, much more! www.chalfontsu3a.org.uk

Gerrards Cross Computer Club

An informal, friendly self-help group for all computer users at all levels of experience. We meet on the second Thursday of every month, 8pm in the Memorial Centre, East Common, Gerrards Cross SL9 7AD. Call Barbara Lyddiatt 01753 883523 or email: barbara@lyddiatt.co.uk65

Gerrards Cross Conservation Volunteers

The Gerrards Cross Conservation Volunteers keep the paths on the Common and the Camp clear for others to enjoy. We meet 9:30am by the Parish Council hut opposite the children’s play area on East Common Road on the 3rd Saturday of every month. We’re finished by 1.00pm. All ages welcome. Contact Bill Collins 01753 882959.

Gerrards Cross Cricket Club

Dukes Lane, Gerrards Cross SL9 7JZ. For more information visit www.gxcc.co.uk

Gerrards Cross Dukes Wood Tennis Club

For membership details contact Anita Bansi on 01753 883469 email: gvargassoff@gmail.com or visit www.gxsc.co.uk/tennisclub

The Gerrards Cross Flower Club

Meets on the third Wednesday of every month (except August) at the Memorial Centre, East Common, Gerrards Cross at 2.15pm. For details contact Maureen Huxtable on 01753 884497 or Pat Cox on 01494 673613

Gerrards Cross & Chalfonts Probus Club

This Club for retired men meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at the Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre at 10am. For details contact Stanley Vaughan on 01494 873515 or email stanley.vaughan@outlook.com

Gerrards Cross Royal British Legion

We meet at the Memorial Centre. We hold regular social events and new members are welcome. For details call Chris on 01753 890690 or Ivan on 01753 886813

Gerrards Cross Scottish Country Dancing Club

Meets at the Memorial Centre. On Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm (September to June) for instruction and social dancing. All levels of ability are welcome and every class starts with a period of basic tuition. Visit our website at gxscottish.org.uk or obtain further details from Suzanne on 01923 283730 or info@gxscottish.org.uk.

Gerrards Cross Short Mat Bowls Club

which meets on Thursdays at the Gerrards Cross Community Centre are looking for new members. Further details can be obtained from Michael Jordan on 01753 886802.

GXSA (Gerrards Cross Sailing Association)

We are the off season club for boating enthusiasts interested in sailing, maritime matters and anything that floats. We have social events, days out ashore, gatherings afloat, crewing opportunities and friendship all year round. Do come and join us. We meet for illustrated talks and a chat at Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre every Wednesday evening at 7.45pm from early October to late March. Full details on our website www.gxsa.org.uk email info@gxsa.org.uk.

GX Squash Club

We are a private membership club and have two courts. Adult membership is £98pa, peak-time court is £3 for 45mins and £2 for off-peak. Visit gxsquash.org.uk or call 07947 307998

Gerrards Cross Youth Club

The Committee of Gerrards Cross Youth Club, following a meeting on 8th November 2018, has agreed the following statement. Gerrards Cross Youth Club has closed, due to lack of members and an understaffed management committee. If any person or group of people is interested in re-starting the club, please contact the Trustees; - by post to GXYC Trustees, The Memorial Centre, East Common, Gerrards Cross SL9 7AD - by email to GXYCTrustees@GXCA.org.uk The Committee will be grateful for GX Local placing this statement in the next and subsequent issues.

Gerrards Cross & Fulmer Scout group

HQ in Fulmer. Contact Mark Shaw, Group Scout Leader on 01753 883102 or email scoutermark@hotmail.co.uk

Gerrards Cross Lawn Tennis Club

One of the largest tennis clubs in the county, boasting 18 courts with exciting tennis programme of social mix-in’s, fun competitions and Bucks leagues, group & individual coaching programmes for all ages and abilities. Fantastic for families, all abilities welcome! Just bring your racket and we sort out the rest. Check us out on www.gxltc.co.uk or @ FB/gxltc or get in touch via: info@gxltc.co.uk

Gerrards Cross Personal Training

Uncomfortable with training in crowded gyms and leisure centre? Train with John Hutchinson at his private gym in Gerrards Cross. Free consultation - phone John on 01753 880736 / 07976 703222, email: john@gxpersonaltraining.co.uk or visit his website: www.gxpersonaltraining.co.uk

The GXCA Concert Goers Group

goes every season to about 10 concerts given by the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) with many well known conductors and soloists at the Barbican in London. There is a choice of seats in the Stalls or in the Circle at a reasonable price and include travelling in a comfortable coach from the Gerrards Cross Community Centre right to the door of the Barbican. If you are a lover of classical music and are interested in finding out more or would like to join the group please contact Marga Shaw on 01753 886511 for further information.

Women at the Gerrards Cross Community Assoc.

Meetings are held the first Wednesday of every month (except August) at 2.30pm for further details call Mrs J Mills on 01753 885762. We welcome new members join us, visitors are always welcome to attend (fees apply).

Gerrards Cross And Fulmer Football Club.

A local, community based club for young people, boys and girls, from 5 to 18. Excellent facilities at King George’s Field, Fulmer Common Road, Fulmer, Bucks, SL3 6JN. The club has a few spaces left for new members – especially at U14, now training Wed eve 6 - 7pm. U6 group starts

Sunday 27 Sep at 09:30 on our all-weather surface. enquiries@gxffc.co.uk.

The Gerrards Cross Running Sisters

A group of friendly ladies who like to run. For more information see our website at www.runningsisters.com or contact Adele Wilter – adele@wa-global.com

Girl Guiding GX & Denham

We have Rainbow Brownie and Guide units and are always looking for helpers. Meetings are held at Guide HQ in Station Road and in Denham. Contact Alison Leah, District Commissioner on 01753 883703 or email gxanddenham@yahoo.co.uk

Help with Walking or Cycling from Sustrans

We are a charity that aims to help people make more journeys by healthier and more sustainable means. We currently have a project running in the Gerrards Cross area to help encourage people get to the station using healthy choices. We can offer walking or cycling route planning, travel advice and can even accompany you on your first walk or cycle to the station. This is a free service. For further information please contact Misha Lund at misha.lund@sustrans.org.uk.

Hedgerley Historical Society

Meet monthly at Hedgerley Memorial Hall for talks on local history and sometimes further afield. In addition special events and outings to historic sites are held throughout the year. Further details from John Lovelock 01753 647187 jdlovelock@btinternet.com

Jane Moloney Yoga Teacher. Dip. FRYOG

Dedicated and enthusiastic teacher specialising in teaching small groups within the Gerrards Cross and Chalfont St Peter area. Tel 07966 066331

Jo Lewis Triathlon Coach / Chalfont Triathlon Club

based at Chalfont Leisure Centre, Women’s only Monday mornings and mixed group Saturday mornings. Open to all ages and abilities, motivational, interesting, and most importantly, fun and sociable. Call Jo on 07711 067513 for more information.

Lipreading and Managing Hearing Loss classes

LIPREADERS HEAR BETTER - let your eyes help your ears! Do you struggle to hear in noise? Even good hearing aids can’t restore perfect hearing. Learn the basics of lipreading and communication strategies in a relaxed, fun and supportive class. Further details: Email: judy.lipreading@gmail.com or call 07837 993923. Member of ATLA.

Misbourne Art Society (founded 1972)

A very friendly, relaxed and active Art Society who meet at the Chalfont St Peter Community Centre on the first Saturday of every month at 2.15pm. New members and visitors are always very welcome. For details call 01494 873722 or 01753 884105

Senior Bridge play

Daytime sessions will be organized by volunteers at Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre at low cost for older bridge players who don’t enjoy playing in large groups. Once we know who maybe interested, a day and time can be arranged. Please apply to the Memorial Centre Office or ring 01753 883759

Silhouette Academy of Dance (est.1985)

Theatre Dance Classes for children in Chalfont St Peter. Pre-School Ballet from age 2½ years. Contact Angela Simon BA Hons Dance & Movement on 01494 870510 or visit www.silhouettedance.co.uk

St Joseph’s Furniture Market

Open every Saturday morning 9am-12.30pm behind St Joseph’s Church. We sell all types of secondhand furniture from antique to new. All our proceeds are distributed to various charities. Come along and pick up a bargain. Email furnituremarket@hotmail.co.uk

St Peter Players

We meet and perform at the Community Centre in Chalfont St Peter on a Monday during rehearsal periods and for the occasional play-reading evening. Visit www.stpeterplayers.co.uk call Tina 01753 882935

Sure Start Children’s Centre, Chalfont

Tue: Twintastic 10.00-11:30 Dinky Dancers 13:45-14:30 Wed: Stay and Play 10:30-12:00. All at CSP Youth Centre

The Chalfonts Friendship Club

A group for people of retirement age to meet and share company. We meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month over a meal. We also hold regular outings, theatre trips, Sunday lunches, quiz evenings, talks. Are you alone or in need of company or know someone who is? If you are interested or know someone who might be, or if you would like further details, please contact Mary on 01494 875264 or Patricia on 01753 885 534 – all welcome

Bodyfit Classes

Mon 9.20am & Fri 9.20am With Cardio/core Strength Tues 9am Fun mixed class cardio/core strength All at Chalfont Community Centre. Pay as you go classes Pilates Mon - Fri course only Trisha 07768347750 Trisha_duffy41@hotmail.com

Jazzercise Aerobics Dance Classes

Contact Marthese 07708 275527 or jazzercise4marthese@yahoo.co.uk or visit our Website/Class Schedule and New Customer Voucher via www.facebook/JazzerciseBucks

Chiltern District Welsh Society

The Chiltern DistrictWelsh Society of over 100 members from Chesham to Denham, has a very varied program throughout the year ranging from trips to Wales, concerts, evening events with eminent guests, golf days, St David’s Day Dinner etc. See www.chilternwelsh.org for details.

Chalfont St Peter VOPAG.

Older Persons Group - meets 10.00am - CstP Community Centre every 3rd Tuesday. Speaker details on website www.bucksvoice.net/vopag.

Chalfonts U3A

For information visit ‘http://chalfontsu3a.org.uk’

Flow Yoga At Pinewood Studios

A vinyasa flow yoga class suitable for all ages and fitness levels with Gill Neivens FRYOG dip; REP’s certificate. Tuesdays 8.00 - 9.00pm. Mats and props provided. Contact Gill on 07887 888714 or gillneivens@tiscali.co.uk for further details.

Chiltern Embroidery and Textile Group

Welcomes stitchers from all over South Bucks with an interest in all aspects of embroidery and creative textiles. We meet on the second Monday of the month at Tylers Green Village Hall for talks by textile artists and experts. See www.chilterntextiles.co.uk or call 01494 681696 for more details.

Movers & Shakers

Gerrards Cross Methodist Church is hosting this NHS award-winning programme designedto encourage older adults to take part in gentle physical, mental and creative activities followed by a healthy lunch every Wednesday from 10.30am-1pm. Subsidised cost of £3 per head with first session FREE so that people can sample it without obligation. Further information is available on the Gerrards Cross Methodist Church website www.gxmethodist.org.uk or 07814 582282.

Chiltern Branch Of The Inland Waterways Association

meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month from September to April at 20.00 at Little Chalfont Village Hall, Cokes Lane, HP8 4UD for interesting talks on diverse waterways related topics. Refreshments provided. Visitors welcome. To read more please go to www.waterways.org.uk/chiltern

Nordic Walking “The Enjoyable Workout For The Whole Body”

We have a 1 hour walk every Thursday starting at 1.30pm. We have a 2 hour walk every Sunday starting at 9.00am where we walk further afield. Both walks start and finish in Chalfont St Giles If you have never done Nordic Walking then lessons by a qualified instructor will start again in March. Contact Karoline - lambkaroline3@gmail.com.

South Bucks Choral Society

Based in Chalfont St Peter the choir meets for rehearsals at St Joseph’s School at 8:00 on Tuesday evenings. Contact secretary, Gwenda McInnes on 01494 433013

Simply Walk

Health walks in Gerrards Cross and Chalfont St Peter. 60 to 90 minutes, just turn up, no charges. Gerrards Cross Memorial Centre on Tuesdays, Chalfont St Peter Community Centre on Fridays. Walks start at 10.30 am (please arrive 10 mins early the first time to allow for signing on). For more information call Fiona Broadbent on 01494 475367 / 07802 260812 or see the full programme of walks on our website www.buckscc.gov.uk/simplywalk

Chiltern Fuchsia Society

We are a group of garden enthusiasts who also enjoy Fuchsias. Many of our talks are on general horticulture, but we always enjoy sharing our knowledge and experience of Fuchsias with others, experts or beginners. We meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 8pm in the CSP Community Centre. For further information contact Peter or Sylvia Anderson on 01753 882873 or peter.anderson@ uwclub.net.

Couch to 5km -- MONDAY 9:30AM and THURSDAY 6:30pm at Gerrards Cross Common, East Common SL9 7RN Near play area. New Course starts Monday 14th January 2019 9:30am or Thursday 17th January 2019 6:30pm £40 for a 10 week course. We build up your jogging/running each week. You will need to commit to getting out at least once a week in addition to the class to get to your 5K distance in 10 weeks and I will give you homework! I WILL keep you motivated! We jog/run whatever the weather. IMPROVERS MONDAY 10:30AM and THURSDAY 6:30pm at Gerrards Cross Common to improve distance, speed, hill training and running drills. Bright clothes if possible and a torch or head torch as the evenings get shorter. More details Carmel 07956 295511 or carmelbees@aol.com

Beaconsfield & Chiltern Luncheon Club

welcomes new members. We meet at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (formerly Bellhouse Hotel) on the first Monday of each month from October to June, and the monthly luncheon is followed by an interesting speaker. If you are interested in finding out more about us come along initially to a meeting as a guest. For further details please phone the Membership Secretary on 01753 644370.

The Arts Society Gerrards Cross

Lectures commence at 10.30am and 1.45pm at the Memorial Centre, 8, East Common Gerrards Cross. For lecture dates and more information contact the website, www.gxdfas.org.uk or our membership secretary on 01753 892186.

Chalfont St. Peter Ballroom & Latin Dance Classes

Every Monday Evening in the Parish Church Hall SL9 9RJ. New Beginners Class 8.30-9.30 pm, Intermediate/Advanced Class 7.30-8.30 pm The classes have been running for 9 years and are instructed by an IDTA qualified teacher. Private lessons are also available and singles are welcome without a partner. Enquiries: 01494 867323 email: rookwoods@aol.com

YogaHook

We offer a myriad of yoga classes to suit everyone’s ability and preference. Contact us for more information and classes: 22 Station Road, Gerrards Cross SL9 8EL 01753 891 911 email: hello@yogahook.com www.yogahook.com

YOGA at The GX Yoga Shala

spaces available in a few ADULT classes, mixed & single sex. TEEN spaces available Saturday 10.30 Hatha yoga, some classes more strenuous than others. First class free. Please check my website for further information http://www.yoga4teenagers.co.uk or call Philippa 07751718586