new milton community centre

new milton community centre

By the Community, For the Community

New Milton & District Community Association (NMDCA)Osborne Road (Opposite the Water Tower)New Milton BH25 6EA

E-mail: [email protected]: www.newmiltoncommunity.org.ukTelephone: 01425 610495 Charity No. 301897

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our activities

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Art, Beading, Colouring, Craft, Fabric Craft, Piano .......................................... 4

LLaanngguuaaggeessFrench, German, Italian, Spanish .................................................................... 5

social & cultural activitiesSSoocciiaall && CCuullttuurreeChoir (Jubilee Singers), Discussion Group, Film Show, Jigsaws, Literature, Lunch Club, Men's Get-together, Poetry Appreciation ..................................... 5

recreationalIInnddoooorr SSppoorrttssBowls (Short Mat), Darts, Table Tennis ............................................................ 7

DDaanncciinnggBallroom & Latin Dancing (afternoon and evening), Line Dancing, Social Sequence Dancing ................................................................................ 7

table top gamesCCaarrdd GGaammeessBridge (Chicago, Cut in, Duplicate, Practice, Rubber and Social),Canasta, Cribbage .......................................................................................... 8

BBooaarrdd && TTiillee GGaammeessChess, Mah-Jong, Monopoly, Rummikub, Scrabble ......................................... 9

about the centreOur Rooms for Hire ...................................................................................... 10Our Affiliates ................................................................................................ 11Main Centre Hours, Café Hours .................................................................... 12Membership & Prices .................................................................................... 12Volunteers .................................................................................................... 12

Our Main Aim

The Centre aims to be a true community facility for the benefit of those in New Milton and District. We provide facilities for socialising, recreation and learning.

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WWeellccoommeeDecember 2018

Our Centre has been open for more than 50 years. We are a charity which is membership based and is led mostly by our large team of volunteers who work tirelessly to keep everything running efficiently.

Our aim is to make full use of our Community Centre; providing rooms and facilities for our Membership, Affiliates and Outside Hirers at very reasonable rates.

We offer a full range of activities to Members, many of which are featured in this brochure and a trial of your chosen activity can be made by using a Taster Voucher which are available from Reception. This applies to most of our own Sections & Activities, only.

Our café is open for tea, coffee and biscuits in the mornings/afternoons and Saturday mornings. The Centre is often used on a Saturday evening and we have a monthly film shown on a Sunday afternoon.

Once again, we have managed to keep our membership fee unchanged for the year 2019. Members also pay in most cases a session fee of only £1, also unchanged. Permits for our car park, again at £1, are unchanged.

We do hope that, after reading our brochure, you will wish to join us and make full use of the Centre and all that it has to offer.

After that you can keep up to date by picking up our monthly free Newsletters.

Last but by no means least the Executive would wish to thank all our Volunteers who through their hard work make it possible to offer such a full and varied programme of activities.

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The Executive Committee

skills, craft & languagesWe offer opportunities to practise skills and crafts and provide language classes.

Skills & CraftThere are weekly meetings of the Art Group and languages for beginners and improvers

AArrtt If you enjoy painting at home or have never painted, why not come along and paint with like-minded people. Meet new friends, share ideas and exchange tips and techniques. You will be made most welcome. Our varied programme includes beginners and improvement workshops, demonstrations and exhibitions. Whether you draw, paint, use pastels or another medium come and join us

When: Wednesdays 1:30 to 4:00 p.m.Fee: Members, £2 p.a. and £1 per session.Contact: Barry RichardsonTelephone: 01425 611793E-mail: [email protected]

BBeeaaddiinngg We bring in our own beading projects or we can help you find out what is needed if you are new to the hobby. Training is available for those just starting out. If you can thread a needle you can start. When: Thu 9:45 a.m. and also Wed. 7:00 p.m. during Summer time (BST).

Fee: Members, £2 per session.Contact: Irene JeffriesE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 638254

CCoolloouurriinngg This is an informal group of members with a shared interest in colouring who meet around a table in the cafe.When: Friday afternoonFee: Members, No charge.Contact: Wyn Rochester Telephone: 01425 616528

CCrraafftt This popular section is a group of friendly creative members enjoying different handicrafts and from time to time we have speakers on various subjects. We do now have a waiting list but all are welcome to add their name to this at anytime.When: 2nd and 4th Wednesday 10:00 a.m.Fee: Members, £1 per session.Contact: Margaret PriorE-mail: [email protected]. Telephone: 01425 621477

FFaabbrriicc CCrraafftt We are a friendly chatty group. We have a project once a month and you can either take part or do your own thing. If you like making things with fabric this is for you.When: 2nd and 4th Thursday 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.Fee: Members, £1 per session.Contact: Irene BanksTelephone: 01425 620407

PPiiaannoo We are an informal, friendly group who enjoy each other's company as much as the music we make. We each bring our own music and choose what to play, and we take it in turns to play to the group. Be brave! It is not as daunting as it sounds, and I give some tuition, if required. Do come along and sample us. No one need play on their first visit.When: Mondays 11:00 to 12:00 noon.Fee: Members, £10 p.a. and £2 per session.Contact: Rosemary WellsTelephone: 01425 614279

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LanguagesNote, that termly fees apply to languages.

FFrreenncchh Classes are friendly and relaxed. If you learnt some French in school, or whilst travelling, this may be for you. Beginners/Improvers: for people with a basic knowledge of the language. Intermediates: for more detailed grammar, conversation and widening of vocabulary. Tutor fees about £4.50 per week.When: Mondays, Intermediates at 09.55 a.m. with Beginners/Improvers at 12.00 noon.Fee: Members, Tutor's fee and £1 per session.Contact: Beginners/Improvers: Susanne PlattTelephone: 01425 612680Contact: Intermediates: Vivienne ComberTelephone: 01202 496379

GGeerrmmaann For people with a knowledge of the language and are able to conduct simple conversations. Classes are friendly, approachable and relaxed, even with grammar! If you are interested in foreign languages and learnt some German at school or perhaps picked up a little while travelling this may be just the place for you. Tutor's fee £3 to £4 a week.When: Tuesdays, Improvers at 10:00 a.m., with Beginners at 11:30 a.m.Fee: Members, Tutor's fee and £1 per session.Contact: Susanne PlattTelephone: 01425 612680

IIttaalliiaann Holiday destination Italy, land of art, sunshine, culinary delights and idyllic scenery! Come and learn its beautiful language with us, purely for pleasure, in an informal, supportive atmosphere. The emphasis is on comprehension and communication skills. No prior linguistic knowledge is required for starting.When: Thu at 11:30 a.m. and Fri at 10:00 & 11:15 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.Fee: Members, Tutor's fee and £1 per sessionContact: MaggieTelephone: 01425 614714

SSppaanniisshh We study different topics in Spanish. We learn grammar, have conversation and play games. You will need a specific text book and a book to take notes. Tutor's fee about £15 monthly.When: Monday 10:00 for conversation and at 11:15 Beginners. Friday 10:00 intermediates.Fee: Members, Tutor's fee and £1 per session.Contact: Ana Maria HumphriesE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 620408 or 07833 222980

social & culturalSeveral take place in the Community Centre.

Social & Culture CChhooiirr ((JJuubbiilleeee SSiinnggeerrss)) We are a choir who currently have 38 members. We meet for rehearsals on Wednesday afternoons. We give four concerts a year in the Jubilee Room at the Centre, one in the summer and three at Christmas. We also sing within the community at clubs and residential homes.

When: Wednesdays 2:00 p.m.Fee: Members, £60 p.a.Contact: Janet Trow Telephone: 01425 619062

DDiissccuussssiioonn GGrroouupp Topics of general interest or "in the news" are discussed by this small friendly group that meets monthly. We welcome new members who enjoy expressing an opinion as well as considering the views of others.When: 2nd Tuesday in the Month 2:00 p.m.Fee: Members, £1 per session.Contact: Colin BowerE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 613254or Contact: Bob DowlingE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 838523

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FFiillmm SShhooww We show a range of films that are of good quality and offer a balanced programme over a range of classification. The main Centre is closed, so we use the side door next to the kitchen to enter.When: One Sunday each Month (see notices for date), doors open 2:00 for 2:30 p.m. start.Fee: Members & their guests, £2.50 each per session which includes a cup of tea/coffee before the start of the film.Contact: John FogertyTelephone: 01425 622274

JJiiggssaawwss This is an informal group of members with a shared interest in jigsaws, who meet around a

table in the café and help to complete the current puzzle. You are welcome

to assist and progress the current jigsaw at other times, if you wish.When: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday in the afternoon and Saturday morning.Fee: Members, No charge.Contact: Marcia & IreneTelephone: 07944 893471

LLiitteerraattuurree We are led by our tutor, Carolyn King, MA. We read a variety of novels, poetry and plays, which we discuss in our meetings. The course does not involve written homework or exam. We are a very friendly group; members are welcome to contribute as much or as little as they wish to our discussions.When: Wed 2:00 p.m. not in the summer.Fee: Members, Tutor's fee and £1 per session.Contact: Janet GilesTelephone: 07719 606358

LLuunncchh CClluubb The Lunch Club caters particularly for members who live alone. It provides a two course meal each month, starting promptly at 12 noon. Tickets are on sale at Reception

from the first of each month. The set menu is published in advance on the white board.When: 3rd Thursday in Month at 12 noon.Fee: Members, £3.50 ticket in advance.Contact: Jean GalesTelephone: 01425 627193

MMeenn’’ss GGeett––ttooggeetthheerr This is a group of men who meet to have a chat over tea or coffee and biscuits, followed at 10:30 am by a different speaker each month. We cover a diverse range of subjects and the talks last for approximately one hour. We also have visits to places of interest a couple of times a year. Twice a year we invite

our partners to join us. We celebrated our 50th anniversary in June 2018, and are one of the longest serving groups at the Centre. We always welcome new faces to our group.When: 1st Thursday in the Month at 9:45 a.m. but will be 2nd Thursday in January.Fee: Members, £18 p.a. includes tea/coffee.Contact: Dane ThomasE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 615171

PPooeettrryy AApppprreecciiaattiioonn The meetings are very different from most people's memories of school poetry lessons. We meet to enjoy poetry and share our favourites, not to analyse and make critiques of them. The works of some poets make regular appearances; for example, Pam Ayres, Wordsworth, Keats and John Betjeman but many are less well known.When: 3rd Thursday in Month 10:30 to 12:00Fee: Members, £3 p.a. and £1 per session.Contact: Shirley BurkeE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 628992

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recreationalSome of our most popular activities are indoor sports and dancing.

Indoor Sports BBoowwllss ((SShhoorrtt mmaatt)) We play bowls and socialise and have two mats available to play on. Instruction will be given, if required. All you need is a willingness to learn and some flat soled bowling shoes to play in.

When: Tuesday to Friday 9:45 a.m.Fee: Members, £5 p.a. and £1 per session.Contact: Janet KeatsTelephone: 01425 614996And on: Monday and Friday 6:30 p.m.Fee: Members, £5 p.a. and £1 per session.Contact: John DixonE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 627869

DDaarrttss ((MMoonnddaayyss)) We are a friendly group which meets to play darts. We welcome new players who have their own darts and are able to hit the board with them and determine their own score. When: Mondays 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.Fee: Members, £1 per session.Contact: Joy WoodTelephone: 01425 616763

DDaarrttss ((TTuueessddaayyss)) When we meet, we normally split into two teams playing against each other and then half way through we switch between the two

boards (after the mid-session break).If you have played before, bring your darts and join in.When: Tuesdays 2:00 p.m.Fee: Members, £1 per session.Contact: Joyce TomsTelephone: 01425 616175

TTaabbllee TTeennnniiss If you have played table tennis before and would like to get back into the swing, why not come along. Thursday is our all comers' introduction day. We can help rusty players to improve, but do not offer coaching. We play doubles and singles 11 or 21 points. Training shoes are required and your own bat is an advantage. When: Mon & Wed 7:00 p.m.Tue & Fri 10:00 a.m. (singles only 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.) and Thu 2:00 p.m.Fee: Members, £3 p.a. and £1.20 per session.Contact: Glo or GlenE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 613705

DancingDancing is held in our Jubilee Room which has a superb sprung wooden floor. A kitchen is adjacent for refreshments, if required.

BBaallllrroooomm && LLaattiinn DDaanncciinngg Enjoy a social afternoon or evening of Ballroom, Latin and Sequence dancing. There are also some party dances at Christmas, New Year and Halloween. All you need is a desire to dance and a basic knowledge of dance steps. Tea or coffee is included in the fee.When: Mon 2:00 p.m. and Thu 7:30 p.m.Fee: Members, £2 p.a. and £2 per session.Contact: Pamela BadcockE-mail: [email protected]: 01202 980177

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SSeeqquueennccee,, BBaallllrroooomm && LLaattiinn,, EEvveenniinnggWe meet to dance Ballroom, Latin, Sequence and a little Line dancing. Come along with your dancing shoes each Tuesday evening and on the 2nd Saturday (in the winter months between October and April). We also hold some especially themed dances. Some refreshments are included in the session fee.When: Tuesday 7:30 p.m. and on the 2nd Saturday in October to April 7:30 p.m.Fee: Members, £2 p.a. and £2 per session.Contact: André Bidmead & June CurranTelephone: 01425 291519 & 01425 619772

LLiinnee DDaanncciinngg Whether you are a beginner, improver or intermediate, you will be guaranteed an enjoyable session of lively exercise. Nicki patiently teaches us new dances - or reminds us of our old favourites.When: Fridays 12:15 p.m.Fee: Members, £3 per session.Contact: NickiE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 622942

SSoocciiaall SSeeqquueennccee DDaanncciinngg We meet in the Jubilee Room to enjoy a social afternoon of mixed sequence dancing comprising both traditional and popular dances. Each week the programme is carefully selected to provide both variety and enjoyment to good music, all in strict tempo. Refreshments are available downstairs or bring your own.

When: Thursdays 1:45 p.m.Fee: Members, £2 per session.Contact: Dee MullingerTelephone: 01425 627922

table top gamesThere is a good range of Card, Board & Tile Games at the Community Centre

Card Games BBrriiddggee There is one annual fee to join all the Bridge sessions. A moderate ability at bridge is needed for all sessions except the practice sessions on Thursdays for which only a little knowledge is required.

BBrriiddggee -- CChhiiccaaggoo Bridge on the "Chicago" system. Circulating partners, so no particular partner required.When: Mondays 1:30 p.m.Fee: Members, £2 p.a. and £1 per session.Contact: Marion ShortE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 291793

BBrriiddggee -- CCuutt--IInn Twice a week playing Cut-in bridge. Circulating partners, so no particular partner required.When: Tuesdays & Fridays both at 1:30 p.m.Fee: Members, £2 p.a. and £1 per session.Contact: Marion ShortE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 291793

BBrriiddggee -- DDuupplliiccaattee Playing Duplicate Bridge. A partner is required.When: Wednesdays 1:30 p.m.Fee: Members, £2 p.a. and £1 per session.Contact: Ray ChampionE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 618789

BBrriiddggee -- PPrraaccttiiccee If you have only a little Bridge grounding and need to practise, this is for you.When: Thursday 1:30 p.m.Fee: Members, £2 p.a. and £1 per session.Contact: Betty McNieTelephone: 01425 639482 Evenings Only

BBrriiddggee -- RRuubbbbeerr Playing Rubber Bridge. A partner required

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and play is for 1p per 100 points.When: Wednesdays 1:30 p.m.Fee: Members, £2 p.a. and £1 per session.Contact: Marion ShortE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 291793NOTEAll the foregoing sessions start at 1:30 pm but attendance by 1:15 pm is encouraged.

BBrriiddggee -- SSoocciiaall Social Bridge on the "Chicago" system. A partner required.When: 3rd Saturday in the month at 1:00 p.m.Fee: Members, £2 p.a. and £1.50 per session with refreshments.Contact: Marion ShortE-mail: [email protected]: 01425 291793

CCaannaassttaa Do you enjoy an intelligent game of cards? Whether wishing to learn or already experienced why not come along and join our mixed group of players.

When: Thursdays 1:30 p.m.Fee: Members, £1 per session.Contact: Bob StevensTelephone: 01425 838413

CCrriibbbbaaggee A mixed group of players, play with randomly selected partners each week. If you have not played before, that's not a problem because tuition and help with scoring is available. To add a bit of interest, you can join in with the prize games for 25p or 50p.When: Tuesday 2:00 p.m.Fee: Members, £1 per session.Contact: Bob StevensTelephone: 01425 838413

Board & Tile Games CChheessss A small group meets at the Community Centre to play chess. The standard is not high and some members are either renewing their interest from bygone years or are just enthusiastic beginners. Why not join us for a couple of hours of good entertainment whether you are a beginner or more experienced. We will be happy to teach you.

When: Thursdays 1:30 p.m.Fee: Members, £1 per session.Contact: Ken ClarkTelephone: 01425 613666

MMaahhjjoonngg This group has been active since October 2004. We are always looking for new players, especially people who have played before. It is a complicated game to start with but, once you have mastered the basics and rules, it is interesting and challenging.When: Fridays 1:15 p.m.Fee: Members, £1 per session.Contact: Monica HilditchTelephone: 01425 622218

MMoonnooppoollyy This is a new informal group of members with a shared interest in playing Monopoly, who meet around a board in the cafe.When: Monday Mornings 10:00 to 12:00 a.m.Fee: Members, No charge.Contact: Chris WatersTelephone: 01425 291332

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RRuummmmiikkuubb Rummikub is played with 54 numbered tiles which have to be grouped into “sets” or “runs”. A set is a group of 3 or 4 identical numbers of different colours. A run is a group of consecutive numbers of the same colour. A friendly group, beginners are most welcome – we will be pleased to help you.When: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays in the month at 10:00 a.m.Fee: Members, £1 per session.Contact: June TweddellTelephone: 01425 616690

SSccrraabbbbllee Chat, play and improve your vocabulary. A friendly group willing to help each other. It would help if you had your own Scrabble Dictionary to help find those elusive words.When: Mondays 1:15 to 4:00 p.m.Fee: Members, £1 per session.Contact: Pat AkermanTelephone: 01425 613160

the centre

Our Rooms for HireWe offer rooms for single private events and functions, regular activities and corporate meetings etc. All rooms are comfortably furnished and audio equipment is installed in the larger ones. They vary in size and are offered at very competitive rates:

The main Common Room has all the facilities required to enable corporate meetings to be held or presentations to be made. There is a large screen with ceiling mounted projector.

Membership of NMDCA is not required to hire a room. The hirer sets the attendance and membership requirements for their event.Check out our website to see pictures of our rooms, their location and rates.Rates are designed to help small local groups with limited funds.

RRoooommss ffoorr HHiirreeJubilee Room1,3,5 80 SeatedCommon Room3,4 105 Seated

(Annexe Only, 25 Seated)Ambrose Room2 60 SeatedLounge3 48 Seated

(Annexe Only, 24 Seated)Room 1 25 SeatedRoom 22 10 SeatedRoom 32 20 Seated

1 Located on the first Floor via a lift2 On the first floor via a lift + 7 step staircase3 Kitchen/Servery available4 With audio/video equipment5 With music equipment and lights

Enquiries about your requirements may be obtained by e-mailing:

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Details about the rooms, sizes, rates, location room plans and pictures can

be found by viewing our website:

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Our Newsletter lists some of our regular hirers, which you may be able to join.

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AffiliatesExternal Groups in the community can apply for Affiliate Membership by paying a small annual Affiliated Membership fee.

Affiliated Organisations are entitled to:* Receive special rates for room hire.* A listing in our Newsletter each month.* Contribute Newsletter items.* Web page for your organisation, if needed.* Use the Affiliates notice board in the foyer.* Vote at our AGM (one vote per Affiliate).

An Affiliate Membership Form may be obtained from our Reception desk or can be downloaded from the Affiliates page of our website at www.newmiltoncommunity.org.uk

A full list of our current Affiliates may be found in our monthly Newsletter and website.

OOuurr AAffffiilliiaatteess iinncclluuddee tthhee ggrroouuppss::* Accord Legal Services Ltd.* Bashley Forest Women’s Institute* Brockenhurst College* CAMEO, New Milton* Extend* Hamilton Townsend* HOPe (Helping Older People, New Forest)* Milton Heritage Society* Modern & Social Sequence Dancing* Neighbourcare New Milton* New Forest Mencap* New Forest Organ Society* New Forest Players

* New Forest Quilt Group* New Milton Friends Group* New Milton Healing Group* New Milton Health Centre (Spencer Road)* New Milton Horticultural Society* New Milton Indoor Bowling Club

* New Milton Macular Support Group* New Milton Memorial Centre* New Milton Quakers* New Milton Residents Assoc.* New Milton Talking Newspaper* New Milton Town Partnership* New Milton Townswomen's Guild* Open Sight, New Milton* Phoenix Holiday Group (Highcliffe)* Royal Air Force Association* Royal British Legion, New Milton Branch* Royal National Lifeboat Institution, New

Milton* Slimming World* Sullivan Lawford* Tai Chi Qigong* The Arts Society New Milton* University of the Third Age, New Milton* Wool Etc.

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Disclaimer - All information contained in this publication is for guidance only and is, as far as we are aware, correct at the time of going to press. Occasionally events may be cancelled due to illness or other unavoidable circumstances.The NMDCA cannot accept any responsibility for any errors or inaccuracies in the information. Version MMXIX

Centre Opening HoursMon-Fri 9:45 - 4:30 & 6:30 - 10:00 p.m.Sat 9:00 - 12:00 & 6:30 - 10:00 p.m.We are closed on most Saturday afternoons, Sundays, Public Holidays and for the period between Christmas and New Year.

CaféThe Café has a range of drinks available, Tea, Coffee, Bovril, Chocolate, Soup, Squash and Milk and to go with your drink there are biscuits and a range of chocolate bars and packets of crisps.

Café Opening HoursMon 10:15 - 11:30 & 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.Tue - Fri 9:45 - 11:45 & 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.Sat 10:15 - 11:30 a.m.

Membership & PricesTo become a member, there is a joining fee of £2.50 and currently annual membership fee of £8 (if a full year). Under 18s can join and are welcome when accompanied by an adult member. Membership is required if taking part in activities organised by NMDCA directly. The fees to attend start at £1 per session. Some groups employ the services of an instructor, tutor or speaker or there may be other additional costs to run the group. In such cases there may be an extra membership or attendance fee.Where events are run by affiliates or external hirers, membership of NMDCA is not required but is encouraged. The hirer or affiliate organisation sets the attendance and membership requirements.As a member of NMDCA, you’ll be able to enjoy these benefits:-* A wide choice of activities and social events

to choose from.* A parking permit for the centre car park can

be purchased.* Opportunity to advertise on the Sales and

Wants board.

* Refreshments at subsidised prices.* Free use of Wi-Fi.* Free use of Internet connected computer in

the reception area.* 10% discount on hiring a room for your own

private function.* Members can attend the films shown at The

Centre.What you need to do is:-* Simply complete a membership form and

speak with one of the Centre’s Receptionists. New members will receive a membership card and a welcome pack.

* Joining fee is £2.50 plus membership.* Membership cost is only £8 per annum, if it

is for a full year.* The membership year starts on January 1st

and ends on December 31st of each year.* There is a pro-rata membership cost at

various times during the year.Why not come in and have a look and try out one of our Sections or Activities before you make a decision.

VolunteersDo you have some time or skill available? Why not ask at Reception about volunteering?

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