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Ross Photo Club seeks new members

Ross Photo Club Walford Village Hall

If you’re passionate about photography, The Ross Photo Club are looking for new members and would love to hear from you!

The photo club offers a robust program for photography enthusiasts from September through May each year and meet at Walford Village Hall. Some of the key highlights include:

  • Weekly meetings with interesting guest speakers
  • Members-only evenings for sharing work and getting feedback
  • Photographic competitions to challenge and improve skills
  • A dedicated Project Group monthly for creative challenges
  • Organised day trips and outings to photograph various subjects

The club welcomes photographers of all skill levels, regardless of the camera equipment they use – whether it’s a DSLR, tablet, or even a smartphone. The goal is to provide an engaging and supportive community for anyone interested in developing their photography abilities.

To learn more about the club’s activities and how to get involved, check out the club’s website at www.rossphotoclub.org  There, you can find details on the program calendar, contact the club through the website’s Contact Us page, and explore the club’s social media presence on Facebook, which includes a media section showcasing competition results and project group challenges.

The Ross Photo Club offers an excellent opportunity for photography enthusiasts in the area to connect, learn, and grow their skills in a collaborative and fun environment and they look forward to hearing from you soon.

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Walford Village Hall Open Day

Walford Village Hall open day

The trustees of Walford Village Hall extend a very special invite to our Open Day from 11am to 2pm, on Saturday, March 23.

The event, celebrating village halls week, will see our groups and societies meet to showcase their work, including the fantastic Walford Scouts, Wyeplay – soft play sessions for children, Ring Craft, and the Royal British Legion.

In addition, visitors can get to know the Walford Community Support Scheme (WCSS) Hub, a place where members of the scheme can meet up for coffee mornings and much more.

Come and enjoy a cup of tea and a piece of cake and get to know the groups and take a tour around our hall, which has benefited from significant investment in new toilets and other refurbishments in a spacious, warm environment, which is becoming increasingly popular to hire for parties.

It’s a perfect occasion to socialize, appreciate the local amenities, and strengthen bonds within the neighbourhood. Don’t miss this chance to discover the charm of Walford Village Hall and get involved in your community.

We hope to see you on the day for a cuppa, a piece of cake and a great networking session. If you would like to get involved on the day, please e-mail us at hello@walfordvillagehall.co.uk we’d love to hear from you!

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Old School Pop Quiz Night

quiz night Walford Village Hall ross on wye

NOW FULLY BOOKED

Join us for a thrilling old school pop quiz night at Walford Village Hall on Friday, 19th April at 7.30pm. This event promises an evening of fun, friendly competition, and brain-teasing challenges.

Gather your friends and family to form teams of up to 6 members each and put your knowledge to the test. Don’t forget to bring your favourite drinks and snacks to enjoy during the quiz. Additionally, there will be an exciting raffle with prizes up for grabs, adding an extra element of excitement to the night.

To secure your spot, booking is essential by contacting martinwhitehouse586@btinternet.com. The entry fee is £5 per person. Whether you’re a trivia enthusiast or just looking for a lively social event, this Quiz Night is the perfect opportunity to come together with the community and have a great time.

Mark your calendars for this date and get ready for an unforgettable night of quizzing and camaraderie at Walford Village Hall!

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Community Talks – How to be a lazy but productive gardener

Are you a busy person who wants to grow your own vegetables but doesn’t have a lot of time to spend on it? If so, you’re in luck! Come and join us at Walford Village Hall on Friday 8th March at 6.30pm – 8pm to learn more about ways to be a lazy but productive gardener.

Growing your own vegetables can be a rewarding and delicious experience, but it doesn’t have to be a lot of work. With a little planning and care, you can have a bountiful harvest with minimal effort. You will learn about the benefits of no dig and no turn compost and other techniques that will save you time, money, & energy. By using these tips, you can have a beautiful garden without having to spend a lot of time or effort.

Tickets are £5 on the door. We look forward to seeing you there.

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Walford Scouts welcomes new members

Walford Scouts Walford Village Hall Ross on Wye

If you’re looking for a fun and active way to get involved in your community, the Scouts could be the perfect place for you. There is a wide range of activities all designed to help you develop new skills, make new friends, and have a great time.

The Scouts are also committed to helping young people become responsible citizens. You will be taught about the importance of community service and encouraged to get involved in your local community.

If you’re interested in joining the Scouts, come to the next meeting at Walford Village Hall on Monday 19 February at 7:00-8:30pm.

Here are some of the benefits of joining the Scouts:

  • You’ll learn new skills, such as camping, hiking, first aid, and cooking.
  • You’ll make new friends from all over your community.
  • You’ll have a chance to do some good in your community through service projects.
  • You’ll have fun!

So, what are you waiting for? Contact scouts.walford@gmail.com to come to the next meeting and see what the Scouts are all about!

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Seamstress Fox Sewing Club comes to Walford Village Hall

Every Monday from 4 March –  12.30pm – 3pm (omitting Easter half term dates)

£120 for a 6-week course

Have you always wanted to learn to sew? Come and learn in our new friendly adult sewing club. From total beginners to advanced and everything in between Seamstress Fox Sewing Club offers a wonderful opportunity to learn some great skills using your own machine.

Perhaps you’ve always wanted to use your own machine but felt nervous about using it? Or would you like to be able to make your own clothes? Perhaps you are more advanced and relish the chance to learn more techniques and just be in a creative space, make time for yourself, relax and have a social. Well here is your chance!

During this 6-week course you will be helped to master using your own sewing machine; threading up, tension queries, different stitches etc and be guided through the process of making an item of your choice, step-by-step. Ending with something to be proud of! 

You will be taught:

  • How to use your sewing machine & basic maintenance. 
  • How to use patterns & cutting out. I will advise you on your choice of pattern & fabric.
  • Fabric types & accessories used for sewing.
  • Methods of sewing such as: inserting zips, seams, hems, pockets, buttonholes, darts, collars, finishes, stitch types etc.
  • Basic repairs, alterations & customising/adapting clothing techniques. 

A little about Deana

I am a highly skilled seamstress, tutor & textile artist and have ran many classes over the years in my hometown of Bristol. I have a HUGE passion for all things textile and I really enjoy teaching others this amazing skill.

Every Monday from March 4th 12.30pm – 3pm 6 WEEK COURSE Omitting Easter half term dates.

£120 for 6 week course. Deposit of £20 secures your place at least ONE WEEK before the course begins. Remittance to be paid upon start date. 

3pm finish but you can of course leave earlier for the school run!

Do get in touch with me with any questions you might have. I’d love to hear from you and hope to book you in! 

Email : highjackets@outlook.com

Deana 🙂