Hurst, Berkshire
Wooded Hill
A website for Hurst
Berkshire
Hurst n. wooded hill, hillock, wood.
[Old English hyrst, related to Old Saxon,
Old High German hurst, horst]
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Events in October 2024
 
Saturday 5th October 2024
Harvest Celebration
12:30pm - 3pm
St.Nicholas Church
Come and join us for a Harvest Celebration.
We will be offering ploughmans lunches followed by scones, cakes, unlimited tea & coffee, and prosecco (some free-from alternatives will be available).
We will be collecting Harvest food and toiletry donations which will go to Alana House (a charity that supports women making positive life changes) and the Salvation Army.
There will also be Harvest flowers on display, children's activities and an autumn raffle.
 
Saturday 5th October
Oktoberfest at the Wheelies
4pm onwards
The Wheelwrights Arms
Featuring live music from The Hornbrokers from 8pm.
A German themed menu will also be available from 4pm - 9pm.
 
Sunday 6th October 2024
Harvest Festival
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Parish Communion led by Rev Marina
With Discovery Zone for children aged 7 and over
 
Saturday 12th October
Oktoberfest Hurst
Hurst Village Hall
6:00pm - 11:59pm
Beer and music festival
Live music from The Riots
Live DJ from Thames Valley Discos.
Local beers & Ales, prosecco, gin and Jägermeister bar!
Hog Roast included with entry ticket
Over 18s only!
Tickets £22.50 (plus 50p booking fee).
 
Sunday 13th October 2024
Morning Worship
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Morning Worship led by Rev Marina
 
Friday 18th October
New Village Society AGM
7:00pm
Hurst Cricket Club
The New Hurst Village Society is up and running!
Run entirely by volunteers who are committed to be open about everything the Society does.
Come along to meet the new team of volunteers and to hear about the Society's plans.
All welcome.
 
Friday 18th October
Youth Club
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Hurst Scout Hut
Any children in school years 7-9 are welcome to come along.
If you are interested in coming along, then please email for a registration form.
 
Saturday 19th October
Sponsored Dog Walk
9:30am
The Wheelwrights Arms
Meet at the Wheelwrights for the annual sponsored dog walk.
Complimentary tea or coffee before setting off to walk around Black Swan and White Swan lakes at Dinton Pastures. Then back to the pub for refreshments.
£10 per dog entry. Supporting the Diana Brimblecombe Animal Rescue Centre.
 
Sunday 20th October 2024
Parish Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Parish Communion led by Rev Graham
With Discovery Zone for children aged 7 and over
 
Saturday 26th October 2024
Halloween Day
Elephant & Castle
Hunt the Spook in the garden for the kiddies.
Fancy dress prizes and best decorated pumpkins prizes.
A raffle to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
And for the adults a disco in the evening.
 
Sunday 27th October 2024
Said Communion
9:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Said Communion led by Rev Graham
 
Sunday 27th October
Messy Church
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Led by the Messy Team.
 
 
Monday 28th to Thursday 31st October
Free Holiday Bible Club
10:00am - Noon
Hurst Gospel Hall
Please note we will be running for 4 days this year.
Games, quizzes, Bible stories, singing, prizes and more.
Suitable for all children aged Reception to Year 6.
Any questions? Please see our website www.hurstgospelhall.org
All helpers are DBS checked.
 
Events in November 2024
 
Saturday 2nd November
Halloween Party
The Wheelwrights Arms
Live music throughout the evening with Nicole Allen & Co plus a Halloween inspired specials menu.
Free entry.
 
Sunday 3rd November 2024
Parish Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Parish Communion
With Discovery Zone for children aged 7 and over
 
Tuesday 5th November
Hurst Parish Council
7:30pm
St Nicholas School
Parish Council Meeting
 
 
Sunday 10th November
Parish Communion for Remembrance
10:45am
St.Nicholas Church
Led by Rev Graham, and followed by the laying of wreaths at the Memorial and two minutes silence
 
Wednesday 13th November
Local Plan consultation ends
5pm
Closing deadline for responses and comments on the Local Plan Update (LPU).
The LPU sets out the planning strategy and policies proposed to manage development across the Wokingham borough to 2040.
 
Friday 15th November
Youth Club
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Hurst Scout Hut
Any children in school years 7-9 are welcome to come along.
If you are interested in coming along, then please email for a registration form.
 
Sunday 17th November
Parish Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Parish Communion
With Discovery Zone for children aged 7 and over
 
 
Sunday 24th November
Messy Church
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Led by the Messy Team.
 
Events in December 2024
 
Sunday 1st December
St Nicholas Night
From 5:00pm
School Road Recreation Ground
Gathering at 5pm with the BIG switch on at 5.30pm.
Come and join this great family event as we begin the festive celebrations.
 
Saturday 7th December
St.Nicholas Christmas Fayre
11:00am - 4:00pm
Hurst Village Hall
Come along and join in with all of the fun during the fayre including a visit to Father Christmas, BBQ and Refreshments, Grand Raffle, Christmas Gift Stalls, Kids Craft Activities and Games, Cakes and much more.
Entry: Donations.
 
Saturday 14th December
St.Nicholas School PTA & New Village Society Dinner Dance
6:30pm - Midnight
Hurst Village Hall
Join us for a special night of festive food and entertainment.
Black tie event.
Live band.
Bar and raffle.
Arrival drinks 6:30pm.
Proceeds to benefit the PTA.
Tickets £50 - book via ptatreasurer@st-nicholas.wokingham.sch.uk
 
 
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Regular Events
 
Monday (term time)
Coffee and Toddlers
10:00am - 11:30am
Hurst Gospel Hall
Free.
 
Monday
Pop-up Play Village
10:30am
Hurst Village Hall
The sessions give children the freedom to play and explore and choose what they want to do in a safe and happy environment.
Book online via the website
 
Monday (term time)
JAM (Jesus and Me)
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hurst Gospel Hall
For children from 5 years old.
Games, quizzes, singing, Bible Stories.
Free activity
 
Monday
Yoga Practice
7:00pm - 8:00pm
St Nicholas School
Open to all levels.
Please message Steve Wilson for more information - 07970 770769
 
Monday
Bell Ringing Practice
7:45pm - 9pm
St.Nicholas Church Tower
Hurst band practice night. Visitors welcome.
If visiting, we recommend contacting the Ringing Master in advance.
 
Monday
Quiz Night
8pm - 10pm
Green Man
Get your teams and tables booked in now on 0118 934 2599 or 07557 993139.
£2pp, book quick as high demand.
We cannot wait to see all your thinking caps on!
 
Tuesday (term time only)
Mummy & Baby Piltes Fusion
11am - Noon
Hurst Village Hall
Award winning classes & instructor.
This class is suitable for all postnatal mums and babies from 6 weeks postnatal till baby is crawling.
No prior experience in Pilates needed and all abilities are catered for.
Please prebook attendance via email: fitmumsberkshire@gmail.com
 
Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons
Elements Dance and Theatre School
Hurst Village Hall
Elements Dance and Theatre Schools offer Ballet, Tap and Modern.
Classes start from Pre-school ballet (2.5yrs) to adults.
Our vision is to offer students the opportunity to explore creativity through dance. This will bring a sense of achievement and help students to grow in confidence, learn new skills and make friends with highly qualified and caring teachers.
All students have the opportunity to be a part of our outstanding theatre shows and examinations.
We offer free trial lesson to all pupils so please contact us via our email office@elememts-dance.com
 
Tuesday
Try your hand at bowling
6pm
Hurst Bowling Club
We invite you to try this enjoyable sport which is challenging without needing physical prowess. This outdoor sport is enjoyed in dry or wet weather, as long as the green is safe and playable.
April to September.
 
Tuesday, April - August
Senior Cricket Training
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hurst Cricket Club
Senior cricket training at HCC nets
Begins 16th April
Contact Rob Dewey for further information.
 
Tuesday
Hurst & Twyford Pub Runners
6:30pm
We meet every Tuesday at 6.30pm at a local pub and then run 5k back to the pub and have a social.
We cater for all abilities so don’t be shy.
We have a Facebook group with all the information so do join it.
It's very much a social and it's free to come, but you do need some pennies for the drink!
 
 
First Wednesday of the month
Ladies Light Lunch
11:00
Hurst Gospel Hall
Preceded by an activity and Bible time.
 
Wednesday
Community Connect
2pm - 4:30pm
Green Man
For £5 you will get tea or coffee and a snack and the company of others whose company you may well enjoy.
For those who wish, there will be cards, dominoes, crib, draughts, and other games.
Or you could just natter.
Bring your knitting or a crossword, if you like.
Bring your friends or make new friends.
 
Thursday, April - August
Senior Cricket Training
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hurst Cricket Club
Senior cricket training at HCC nets
Begins 18th April
Contact Rob Dewey for further information.
 
Every other Thursday
Hurst Hookers
7:45pm
Hurst Cricket Club
Hurst "Hookers" knit and natter meeting.
Alternate Thursdays at the cricket club, 7:45pm.
Crochet, knitting and friendly conversation.
£2 a meeting.
Beginners and experienced knitters and "hookers" all welcome. Please contact Pip Etheridge for more info: philippaetheridge@btinternet.com, 07825 224614
 
 
Friday
Hodge’s HIIT Session
9:00am - 9:30am
In the park, opposite the pond, School Road
It involves a bit of fun, the sessions are designed to help develop your fitness, and the activity is run by ex pupil Joshua Hodgkins – Qualified level 3 Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor. All ages and abilities are welcome, especially beginners!!!!
All that you need to bring is a mat, a water and gymwear
For information / bookings: email or call 07934 282953
 
Friday
Yoga Classes
10:00am - 11:30am
Hurst Village Hall
If you fancy coming along or you would like some more info please email Cheryl on cheryl@youngman.biz or 07776 255025
Cost is £12 a session.
 
Friday, April - August
Junior Training and Friday Night Social
Hurst Cricket Club
Junior Cricket Training - U9/U11 17.45-19.00, U13/U15 19.00-20.15
Begins 12th April and every Friday through to then end of the Summer Term.
A relaxed evening for all parents and friends. The bar will be open.
Contact Rob Dewey for further information.
 
Every other Friday
Karaoke Evening
The Jolly Farmer
Prizes for the best singer, and the not so best singer!
 
Saturday
Fun Football Training
9:00am - 10:00am
Stow Bridge Field
Hurst FC is a small friendly club running FREE football training sessions on Saturday mornings.
Sessions are casual and fun, and open to boys and girls in Year 1 and 2.
Older age groups are looking for new players too.
Please email for further details, or just turn up!
 
Saturday, April - August
Senior Cricket Training
1:00pm
Hurst Cricket Club
Hurst Cricket Club playing at home
Bar open
Begins 11th May
Contact Rob Dewey for further information.
 
Sunday
Breaking of Bread
10:00am
Hurst Gospel Hall
A time for Christians to remember the Lord Jesus.
 
Sunday (except third Sunday of the month)
Family Gospel
11:30
Hurst Gospel Hall
Refreshments at 11:30 followed by Family Gospel Service at 11:45am.
Suitable for everyone, young and old.
 
Sunday, April - August
Senior Cricket Training
1:00pm
Hurst Cricket Club
Hurst Cricket Club playing at home, Sunday League
Bar open
Begins 12th May
Contact Rob Dewey for further information.
 
Third Sunday of the month
CAMEO
5:00pm
Hurst Gospel Hall
Come and meet each other (CAMEO).
Suitable for everyone, young and old.
 
Further Ahead
 
If you have anything that should be published here, then please let us know and we’ll get another edition of our What’s On email sent out soon with all the latest information.
 
 

 

Did we miss anything? If you have an event in the Village that you would like included in a future mailing then please contact us.

Did you find this mailing useful? If so then please tell your friends and neighbours about it and ask them to sign up too. If you have any comments about the mailing then please let us know.

As details of all events can change at short notice, it is advisable to check with the organisers that the event is going ahead before attending. If you notice any errors or omissions, then please let us know.

Disclaimer: While every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the above information, we cannot accept any responsibilities for any errors, omissions or subsequent alterations or cancellations and accept no responsibility for any loss caused therefrom.

 

 
Local Support
Working together to support Hurst

In Hurst we are very lucky to have an amazing network of over 60 volunteers available to offer help should you need it for shopping, collecting medications or just someone to have a chat with during these difficult times.

If you would like to speak to us, or want to ask for help for yourself or a neighbour, please view the list of helpers and we’ll see how we can help.

You can easily find volunteers in your area - just select your road or click on a map.

Some volunteers have offered to have a chat on the phone, some have offered to collect any medication and some to shop. If the volunteer cannot help directly, they can contact another volunteer for you.

 
Even if you’re self-isolating, you’re not alone.
 
 
 
 
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