Events & Activities
Please also see our upcoming events, weekly activities and Sunday services pages for regular church activities.
Lunch with Friends
Event:
‘Lunch with Friends’ - two course home-cooked lunch for local community
Menu:
Creamy Chicken and Leek Casserole (GF) served with mashed potatoes and carrots (vegetarian casserole option available).
Cherry crumble with custard (or GF brownies or cheese & biscuits)
Tea or coffee
Date & Time:
Every 3rd Friday of the month
12pm - 2pm
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
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Contact:
Liz Cole - 07875028671; email
Easter Wreath-Making Workshop
Event:
‘Easter Wreath-Making Workshop’
Date & Time:
Saturday 21st March
9:30am to 12:00noon
Ticket Information:
£20 including refreshments
Please email Helen Jackson to book your place: Email
Further Information
We supply wreath base, scissors, selection of greenery, dried flowers and trimmings
Please bring other embellishments for your own use and/or to share with other participants
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
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Contact:
Helen Jackson 07471204221; email
Men’s Weekend Away
Event:
‘The 4th Men’s Weekend Away’
Date & Time:
Friday 27th March (4:00pm TBC) to Sunday 29th March (6:00pm TBC)
Location:
Kington Accomodation, 8 Victoria Road, Kington, England, HR5 3BX8
Here on Google maps
Trip Details:
What a treat we have for you, following a long gap!
We have obtained exclusive use of Kington Accommodation, which is in west Herefordshire. In the past it has been a cottage hospital, and more recently a Youth Hostel. Since being bought by its owners, it has been upgraded, but still keeps the communal aspect. There is room to sleep 20, and also, (for those who wish it) several local B&Bs – so space for everyone, of all ages. (The ladies will be going to the same place in May.)
As previously, one of the activities this time will still be walking (for which the area is very well suited): but for those whose arthritis prevents it, more gentle activities will be organised too – such as a trip out to see nearby Hay on Wye, with its bookshops. There will be something for everyone!
Food will again feature strongly, which we men will be cooking. Uley Bitter (or alternative) will also be making a guest appearance. Amongst evening activities there will be a quiz and a wine tasting – but above all it will be a chance to relax in good company. Even if you cannot join us for the whole weekend, you are welcome to come just for the Saturday.
We are planning the weekend, all in, to cost £85 a head (plus transport which will be in shared cars). If the expense would make it difficult to come, do have a private word with Peter Francis (Rector), as financial support can be provided.
Joining Instructions
Please email the information below to David Pouncey at david@dacgp.plus.com
Your Name
Your Mobile telephone number
Your email address
Any special requirements.
And please pay a deposit of £25.00 by BACS to:
St Mary’s Woodchester PCC
Acct 29255560
Sort No 30-99-50
with the reference ‘MW followed by your Surname’
Further information
Contact David Pouncey on 07974 403 449 or email david@dacgp.plus.com
Alpha Course
Event:
‘Alpha Course’
for adults
with food, film & discussion
Date & Time:
Tuesday 20th Jan 2026
7:00pm to approx 9:00pm
Location:
To be advised - please see contact details below
Further Information:
Would you, or someone you know, like to explore some of the big questions of Life and faith?
To know more about the Bible or Jesus?
If so, we are starting an Alpha course on Tuesday 20th Jan at 7pm in Brimscombe, to do just this.
Each session involves food, film and discussion; topics will include: "Is there More to Life than This?", "Who is Jesus and why did He die?", “Prayer”, “The Bible”, "Who is the Holy Spirit?"… and much more.
ALPHA is a safe place to explore issues of faith and to ask absolutely anything. There are no daft questions!
Contact and joining information:
‘Nourish’
Event:
‘Nourish’
Date & Time:
Every Monday
12:30pm - 2.30pm
Location:
Various home locations around Woodchester Village - call Gail Birch on 07875 028671
Contact:
Gail Birch - 07875 028671; email or Sue Pouncey 07866 487911; email
Christmas Day 10:00 am - Praise Service - for families and children, but everyone of any age is very welcome!
Event:
‘Christmas Day Morning Service for families and children’
Note - service starts at 10:00am
Date & Time:
Wednesday 24th December 2024
10:00am - 10:45 am approx
Further Information:
Please come along on Christmas morning for this short service of joy and happiness to celebrate the birth of Jesus
Children and adults of all ages are very welcome. There will be some activities etc for children at the back of the church
Please stay for a tea or coffee or soft drink, cake and a chat after the service if you can
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
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Contact:
Carols by Candlelight Christmas Eve Service - for families and children, but everyone of any age is very welcome!
Event:
‘Carols by Candlelight Service’
for both adults and children
Date & Time:
Wednesday 24th December 2024
6:30pm - 8:00pm approx
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
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Contact:
Christmas Crib Service - mainly for younger children and their families, but everyone of any age is very welcome!
Event:
‘Christmas Crib Service’
Date & Time:
Wednesday 24th December 2024
3pm - about 3:45pm
Further Information:
This will be a short service in which the last carol will be sung by candlelight.
We invite youngsters to dress up as shepherds, kings, angels or an animal.
We have lots of dressing up clothes in church.
Please stay for refreshments after the service
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
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Contact:
Five Valley Voices Winter Concert
Event:
Five Valleys Voices Winter Concert
Date & Time:
Friday 12th December
7:00pm to 9:00 approx
Programme
Ladies/High Voice Choir
Alto's Lament, No Time to Diet, Time, Lady Marmalade, River, Winte
Men/Low Voice Choir
Bear Necessities, Bohemiam Rhapsody, When I Fall In Love, Ad Astra, Dance
Full Choir
City Called Heaven, I Want To Stare At My Phone With You!, Stars, Carol Of The Bells, What Were You Thinking and a couple of Christmas Favourites
Further Information
Five Valleys Voices web site here
Tickets
Tickets - £5 - scan the QR Code above or go to TicketSource here (Tickets on TicketSource incur a small booking fee)
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
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Contact:
Lunch with Friends - Christmas Dinner
Event:
‘Lunch with Friends’ - Annual Christmas Dinner - a two course home-cooked Christmas Dinner for local community
Menu:
Drinks - red or white wine or elderflower cordial on arrival
Cooked dinner of - turkey (or nut roast vegetarian dish), roast potatoes, sprouts, carrots & parsnips, stuffing, pigs in blankets
Christmas pudding with double cream or brandy cream (lactose free available) or trifle with cream
Cheese & biscuits
Tea or coffee
Date & Time:
Usually on every 3rd Friday of the month
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
Find us on Google maps, Streetmap or what3words
Contact:
Sally Bull - Telephone; email
Christina Lewis - 07968159779; email
Gail Birch - 07875028671; email
Liz Cole - (Church Warden) 07974911016; email
Woodchester Christmas Fair
Event:
Woodchester Christmas Fair
Date & Time:
Saturday 6th December
!0:30 - 4:00pm approx
What to see & do:
Festive Stalls….Christmas Presents….Hot & Cold Snacks….Mulled Wine….Stalls……Toys…..Games..…Jigsaws..….Fabulous Raffle……Bulb Planters…..Children’s Activities and much more!
Please put it on your own calendar to come along and support it and invite your family and friends.
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
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Contact:
Liz Cole - Telephone; 07974 911016; email
Helen Jackson - Telephone 07471204221; email
Christmas Craft Evening for the ladies - NOW FULLY BOOKED
Event:
‘Christmas Craft Evening’ for the ladies
Date & Time:
Saturday 29th November
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Ticket Information:
THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED …SO SORRY!!
We would be grateful for ay donations of cakes for this event. Thank you.
Further Information
Last year our Christmas Craft evening was very successful
There is no better way to start the season than an evening in our lovely church with friends enjoying festive music, delicious food and beautiful crafts washed down with a glass of warming mulled wine.
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
Find us on Google maps, Streetmap or what3words
Contact:
Helen Jackson 07471204221; email
‘Nourish’
Event:
‘Nourish’
Date & Time:
Every Monday
12:30pm - 2.30pm
Location:
Various home locations around Woodchester Village - call Gail Birch on 07875 028671
Contact:
Gail Birch - 07875 028671; email or Sue Pouncey 07866 487911; email
Lunch with Friends
Event:
‘Lunch with Friends’ - two course home-cooked lunch for local community
Menu:
Sausages with mashed potato and vegetables followed by apple charlotte and cream.
There will be veggie sausages as an alternative. (The meat sausages will be gluten free),
A gluten free and sugar-free apple crumble will be available for guests with special diets
Date & Time:
Every 3rd Friday of the month
12pm - 2pm
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
Find us on Google maps, Streetmap or what3words
Contact:
Christina Lewis - 07968159779; email
Gail Birch - 07875028671; email
Liz Cole - (Church Warden) 07974911016; email
Autumn Serenade - a concert by Copious Notes and the Mozaic Octet
Event:
Autumn Serenade - a concert by Copious Notes and the Mozaic Octet
A wide range of music and styles from Mozart to Gershwin and others
Date & Time:
Saturday 18th October 2025
7:30pm - 9:30pm approx
Doors open at 7:00pm
Entry £10 on the door or from Woodchester Post Office (cash only); under 12’s FREE
Further Information
Bar with light refreshments
Alongside the well-stocked bar we will be selling tempting hot snacks, straight from the oven, and homemade brownies and other goodies.
Our aim is to raise funds for the church.
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
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Contact:
Please contact Liz Cole (Church Warden) or Andrew Pemberton (Treasurer) for further details using the details on our Team & Contacts page here
Lunch with Friends
Event:
‘Lunch with Friends’ - two course home-cooked lunch for local community
Menu:
Ham, chicken & leek pie with puff pastry top served with mashed potato and carrots (GF option of chicken, ham & leek casserole or vegetarian pie)
Fruit sponge with custard (diabetic option of fruit jelly)
Date & Time:
Every 3rd Friday of the month
12pm - 2pm
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
Find us on Google maps, Streetmap or what3words
Contact:
Christina Lewis - 07968159779; email
Gail Birch - 07875028671; email
Liz Cole - (Church Warden) 07974911016; email
Lunch with Friends
Event:
‘Lunch with Friends’ - two course home-cooked lunch for local community
Menu:
Main course - Sausage casserole with fresh vegetables and new potatoes.
Dessert - apple crumble and custard.
There will be GF and vegetarian and low sugar options available.
Tea and coffee served after lunch as usual.
Date & Time:
Friday 19th September
12pm - 2pm
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
Find us on Google maps, Streetmap or what3words
Contact:
Christina Lewis - 07968159779; email
Gail Birch - 07875028671; email
Liz Cole - (Church Warden) 07974911016; email
‘The Great Woodchester Village Tea Party’
Event:
‘The Great Woodchester Tea Party’ - Organised jointly by St.Mary’s Church & Woodchester WI
Date & Time:
Saturday 6th September
2:30 - 6:00pm approx
What to see & do:
Stalls….Cakes….Live Music….Fun Dog Show….Games….and much more!
Location:
The Green, outside St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
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Contact:
Lunch with Friends
Event:
‘Lunch with Friends’ - two course home-cooked lunch for local community
Menu (TBC):
Cornish Pasties of different flavours (meat/veggie/GF) with crisp sliced apple
Selection of Fairy/Cup-cakes or Victoria Sponge with cream
Date & Time:
Every 3rd Friday of the month
12pm - 2pm
Location:
St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, North Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5PD
Find us on Google maps, Streetmap or what3words
Contact:
Christina Lewis - 07968159779; email
Gail Birch - 07875028671; email
Liz Cole - (Church Warden) 07974911016; email