From AGM Reflections to Fireworks and Festive Fairs!

Knowbury Memorial Hall recently held its Annual General Meeting, where members of the public joined us to share their thoughts about the hall. We received a mix of feedback, some very positive and some more critical.  We want to thank everyone who took the time to attend and offer their views. All comments have been taken on board as we continue to make improvements to our much-loved community space.

Our Oktoberfest celebration was a huge success and thoroughly enjoyed by everyone who came along! We received fantastic feedback from attendees and our special lager on draught brought in for the occasion proved to be a real hit.  Our sincere thanks to all the volunteers and supporters who helped make the evening such a great success.

Before the fireworks begin, don’t forget our ever-popular Coffee & Cake Morning on Saturday 1st November, from 10am to noon. Come along for a friendly catch-up over tea, coffee and delicious homemade cakes, everyone is very welcome!

Then we move on to the next two big seasonal events:

• Bonfire & Fireworks Display – Friday 8th November

  Gates open at 6pm, with hot food, refreshments and our fully licensed bar available throughout the evening. It promises to be a brilliant night for all ages!

• Annual Christmas Fair

  Get into the festive spirit at our much-loved Christmas Fair, Sunday 23rd November, 11am-2pm.  Browse a wonderful selection of artisan crafts and gifts, perfect for your Christmas shopping. There’ll be games for children, including tombola and snowball toss, along with homemade cakes, hot food and refreshments to enjoy throughout the day.

  
  

  And of course, Santa’s Grotto will be open for magical visits! 

  To help us ensure there are enough gifts for every child, we’re encouraging pre-bookings for Santa’s Grotto at £3 per child.

  
  

  Please contact Christine on 07926 985620 or book online at kmh1958@co.uk to reserve your place.

  
  

  Walk-ins will still be warmly welcomed on the day, we’d love to see as many smiling faces as possible!

  
  

In addition to these special events, our regular activities continue:

• Ballroom Dancing every Monday evening (contact Alan on 07890 707759 for details).

• Thursday Social Nights each week (except the first Thursday of the month when the ever-popular Quiz Night takes place). The Social Nights feature a different food offering every week, so there’s always something new to enjoy!

Looking Ahead

The festive season is just around the corner and we’ve got even more events to look forward to at Knowbury Memorial Hall:

• FREE Seniors’ Christmas Lunch – Wednesday 3rd December, 12.30pm, invites will be sent out, RSVP to hall.

  A special thank-you to our local villagers aged 65 and over — come and enjoy a festive meal on us!

  
  

• Christmas Party Night – Saturday 13th December, 6.30pm to late, £25.

  An evening of festive platters, live music and a fully stocked bar — the perfect way to celebrate the season with friends and neighbours.

  
  

• The Magic of Christmas: Family Party & Kids’ Disco – Sunday 14th December, 3pm-5.30pm, £5.

  A fun-filled afternoon for all the family, with music, dancing and Christmas cheer for everyone!  A buffet will be provided and during the event, Santa will make an appearance, handing out a small gift to the children — adding an extra touch of magic to this joyful family celebration.  For the grown-ups our fully licensed bar will also be open through-out the afternoon, so everyone can join in the festive fun.

Knowbury Memorial Hall - August Update

A Busy September: Back on the Dance Floor

It’s been a lively month at KMH, with plenty of activities bringing people together. Our Coffee & Cake Morning was as popular as ever and it’s always lovely to see neighbours catching up over a cuppa. Regular groups such as Dance Fit, Ballet and Thursday Social Nights continue to keep the hall buzzing!

After the summer break, Ballroom & Sequence Dancing has returned to KMH on Monday evenings and what a joy it has been! The hall has been filled with laughter, music and plenty of dancing feet. Whether you’ve danced for years or never tried a waltz before, these evenings are all about fun, learning at your own pace and enjoying time together. If you’d like to give it a go, call Alan on 07890 707759 for details.

What’s Next

Looking ahead, our Breakfast Club is back this Saturday (20th September) perfect for a hearty start to the weekend. Later in the month, all eyes are on our Annual General Meeting and of course, don’t forget our ever-popular Coffee & Cake Mornings, held on the first Saturday of each month.

Spotlight on Oktoberfest – Saturday 4th October, 6pm–late

Our biggest event of the season is nearly here! Join us for a Bavarian evening of hearty food, live music and plenty of cheer all right here in Knowbury. Tickets are just £22.50, which includes a bite to eat and entertainment.

To book: call/message 07356 286266 or email knowburymemorialhall@gmail.com.Don’t delay, every ticket helps keep the hall thriving and we’d love to see you there!

Have Your Say – Annual General Meeting, Monday 14th October

This year, we’re putting a real focus on the AGM, which takes place at 7.30pm on Monday 14th October. Usually, only one or two members of the public attend but we’d love to change that. It’s your chance to share ideas, raise suggestions and help shape the future of the hall.

It’s an informal and welcoming meeting with free refreshments (tea, coffee, wine and biscuits) and your input makes all the difference. Please come along and let your voice be heard.

Santa’s Grotto – Don’t Miss Out!

Santa is looking forward to meeting all the children at the Christmas Fair on Sunday 23rd November and his elves are busy wrapping gifts. To help them make sure there are enough presents for every child, it really helps if families can book their grotto visits in advance (£3 per child). Walk-ins on the day are still very welcome but booking ahead gives Santa’s helpers time to prepare something special for everyone. To reserve a place, please contact Christine on 07926 985620 or email knowburymemorialhall@gmail.com.

Dates for Your Diary

• Firework Display – Saturday 8th November Gates Open 6pm , Display 7.30pm. 

• Christmas Fair – Sunday 23rd November, 11am–2pm

  
  

• KMH Christmas Party – Saturday 13th December

• The Magic of Christmas: Family Party & Kid's Disco - Sunday 14th December 

Knowbury Memorial - July Update

What a busy and exciting time it’s been at Knowbury Memorial Hall and we couldn’t be more delighted to share it with you!

Breakfast Club

We were thrilled to welcome so many of you to our very first Breakfast Club morning and safe to say, no one went home hungry! From a hearty full English to a lighter breakfast option, complete with a hot drink, it was wonderful to see the hall filled with happy faces, laughter and the smell of sizzling bacon. The best part? The chance to catch up with neighbours and friends over a relaxed morning meal.

Next Breakfast Club: Saturday 20th September, 9am–12 noon.

We’d love to see you there - come hungry!

Coffee & Cake Mornings

Our ever-popular Coffee & Cake Mornings continue to grow and it’s all thanks to our brilliant volunteers who bake the most tempting cakes and bakes. It’s the perfect excuse for a cuppa, a slice of something delicious and a good catch-up with the community.

Next Coffee & Cake morning:  Saturday 6th September.

Remember – they’re held on the first Saturday of every month.

Thursday Social Nights

Thursday evenings at the hall are as lively as ever! Our Social Nights are full of friendly faces and a relaxed atmosphere – the perfect mid-week pick-me-up.

Every Thursday, except the first Thursday of each month.