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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Thursday 23rd July to Wednesday 3rd September
St Nicholas School Summer break
 
Throughout July
What goes around comes around
Dinton Pastures Country Park
An exhibition of 20 paintings by local artist Liz Chaderton, in the Dragonfly Café at Dinton Pastures.
 
Events in August 2025
 
Sunday 3rd August
Parish Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
A Communion service for all, led by Rev Vincent Perricone
 
Wednesday 6th to Thursday 7th August
Appeal hearing for 9 Dwellings on the A321 north-west of Hogmoor Lane
10am - 5pm
The Council Offices, Shute End
Reference: APP/X0360/W/25/3359898
The appeal hearing for outline permission for 9 dwellings on this beautiful greenfield site is to be an 2-day hearing.
 
Sunday 10th August
Parish Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
A Communion service for all, led by Rev Vincent Perricone
 
Tuesday 12th August to Thursday 21st August 2025
Appeal for 99 Dwellings on the Lodge Road/Tape Lane Fields
10am - 5pm
The Council Offices, Shute End
Reference: APP/X0360/W/25/3364304
The appeal for outline permission for approximately 99 dwellings on this beautiful greenfield site is to be an 8-day inquiry.
Please put the dates of 12th to 21st August in your diary because we will need as many residents as possible to attend the appeal.
 
Sunday 17th August
Parish Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
A Communion service for all, led by Rev Hugh Thomas
 
Friday 22nd August
Open Air Cinema - Mamma Mia!
7pm - 11pm
Dinton Pastures Country Park
Get set for a dancin' night under the stars with our outdoor sing-along screening of Mamma Mia! Nestled in nature's glow, sing your heart out to ABBA's timeless hits in this dazzling, feel-good extravaganza. Don’t miss the groovin' magic!
Film will start at approx 8:30pm.
Fancy dress encouraged.
Tickets from £14
 
Saturday 23rd August
Open Air Cinema - The Greatest Showman
7pm - 11pm
Dinton Pastures Country Park
Step right up for a spectacular night under the stars with our outdoor sing-along screening of The Greatest Showman! Wrapped in nature’s splendor, join the chorus of show-stopping anthems in this dazzling adventure! Film will start at approx 8:30pm.
Fancy dress encouraged.
Tickets from £14
 
Sunday 24th August
Parish Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
A Communion service for all, led by Rev Graham
 
Monday 25th August
August Bank Holiday
 
Friday 29th August
Open Air Cinema - Wicked!
7pm - 11pm
Dinton Pastures Country Park
Get ready for a wickedly fun night with our outdoor sing-along screening of Wicked! Under the stars, surrounded by nature's beauty, belt out every iconic song in this magical cinematic experience. Don't miss the enchantment!
Film will start at approx 8:15pm.
Fancy dress encouraged.
Tickets from £14
 
Saturday 30th August
Hurst Horticultural & Cottage Garden Society Annual Show
12:30pm
Hurst Village Hall
Since 1902 the Hurst Horticultural Society has organised a village show and this year is no different.
Classes for Horticultural, Home Industries, Children's and Scarecrow.
Live music, alpacas, cream teas, wines, beers, hot food and ice creams.
 
Saturday 30th August
Open Air Cinema - Bohemian Rhapsody
7pm - 11pm
Dinton Pastures Country Park
Get ready for a rockin' night with our outdoor sing-along screening of Bohemian Rhapsody! Under the stars, surrounded by nature's beauty, belt out every iconic Queen song in this electrifying cinematic experience!
Film will start at approx 8:15pm.
Fancy dress encouraged.
Tickets from £14
 
Sunday 31st August
Parish Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
A Communion service for all, led by Rev Hugh Thomas
 

 
Events in September 2025
 
Tuesday 2nd September
Hurst Parish Council
7:30pm
St Nicholas School
Parish Council Meeting
 
Sunday 7th September
Parish Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Parish communion led by Rev Hugh
With Discovery Zone for children aged 7 and over
 
Sunday 7th September
Cricket Match - Village v School
1pm
Hurst Cricket Club
The New Hurst Village Society is organising a friendly cricket match between the school and the village.
 
Sunday 14th September
Parish Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Parish communion
With Discovery Zone for children aged 7 and over
 
Sunday 21st September
Parish Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Parish communion
With Discovery Zone for children aged 7 and over
 
Sunday 28th September
Said Communion
9:00am
St.Nicholas Church
A Communion service for all
 
Sunday 28th September
Messy Church
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Led by the Messy Team
 

 
Events in October 2025
 
Tuesday 7th October
Hurst Parish Council
7:30pm
St Nicholas School
Parish Council Meeting
 
 
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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 Pilates Fusion
11am - Noon
Hurst Village Hall
Award winning classes & instructor.
This Pilates 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 (term time)
1st Hurst Beavers
6:00pm - 7:15pm
Hurst Scout Hut
1st Hurst Scout Group is offering fun, adventurous activities for boys and girls of all ages that build #skillsforlife.
Our Beavers (6-8 yo) meet on Tuesdays from 18.00-19.15 during term time at our local Scout Hall on School Road in Hurst.
For more information and to get in touch head to our website.
 
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
Chocaholics
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.
 
Wednesday (term time)
1st Hurst Cubs
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hurst Scout Hut
1st Hurst Scout Group is offering fun, adventurous activities for boys and girls of all ages that build #skillsforlife.
Our Cubs (8-10 yo) meet on Wednesdays from 18.30-20.00 during term time at our local Scout Hall on School Road.
For more information and to get in touch head to our website.
 
Thursday
Yoga & Gong Class
9.30am - 11am Hurst Village Hall
Everyone welcome, including those new to yoga. Weekly Yoga Class with Gong Sound Bath!
A rejuvenating class that combines the traditional practice of Hatha yoga with the soothing sounds of the gong.
This class is designed to gently enhance your strength and flexibility, featuring exercises aimed at regulating your nervous system, followed by a guided meditation and a blissful gong sound bath.
Everyone is welcome, from beginners to seasoned practitioners - come and experience the tranquility!
Book via website.
 
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.
 
Thursday (term time)
1st Hurst Scouts
7:15pm - 9:00pm
Hurst Scout Hut
1st Hurst Scout Group is offering fun, adventurous activities for boys and girls of all ages that build #skillsforlife.
Our Scouts (10-14 yo) meet on Thursdays from 19.15-21.00 during term time at our local Scout Hall on School Road.
For more information and to get in touch head to our website.
 
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
 
Thursday
Hurst Morris People
8:00pm - 10pm
Hurst Village Hall
Hurst Morris People, or HuMP for short, are a friendly Morris dancing team for men and women of all ages.
We practise every Thursday evening between mid-September and end of April.
We then dance out at local pubs, fetes and festivals in the summer.
We welcome new dancers and musicians and have two free taster sessions for beginners in September.
For further information please go to our website.
 
 
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.
 
Saturday, Winter Months
Darts Night
5:00pm
Hurst Cricket Club
Join us for a fantastic evening of fun, laughter, and friendly competition at the Hurst Rangers Cricket Club Darts Night!
Whether you're a seasoned darts player or a complete beginner, this is the perfect opportunity to show off your skills or just have a great time with friends.
Format: League-based (all participants will play against each other).
Game type: 501, best of 3 games
We will also conduct a Quiz Event.
We will combine individuals to form a team based on the turn out.
Our bar and facilities will be fully open.
Please come and support your club during our winter season.
 
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.
 

 
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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.

 
 
 
 
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