Nether Stowey Village Hall and Recreation Ground

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Latest News - June Update - https://mailchi.mp/b0ea7f32fce6/latest-news-june-update

AGM 2024 - Nether Stowey Village Hall & Recreation Ground CIO -
Thursday 6th June 7.30pm at the Portacabin on the Recreation Ground

****DAMAGE TO MUGA GOALS****

People have been sitting and swinging on the MUGA goal at the recreation ground and deformed it. The goals are expensive to replace and used by Nether Stowey Football Club as well as the public.

If the antisocial behaviour continues we will have to start locking the gates and the MUGA will have to be booked to gain access.

There is CCTV and the police do monitor the area due to past incidences.

Please could users respect the equipment and look after this important community space, and report any vandalism or anti-social behaviour.

Contact details in comments

Come and support a fun and friendly dog show in aid of the Nether Stowey Village Hall and Recreation Ground charity, proudly sponsored by Ella’s Dog walking

The club is at the heart ❤️ of our recreation ground and we have big plans for modern changing facilities and social space. It’s a bright future for Nether Stowey Football Club

HELP WANTED!! Would you like to become involved in one of the fastest growing clubs locally?

Nether Stowey FC are proud to offer footballing opportunities to both male and female players aged 16+ as well as planned youth teams across six age groups for the 2023-24 season.

Any new players across senior and junior age groups are most welcome and are encouraged to either message this page or contact coach Steve Easden at [email protected] who will put you in touch with the relevant team.

We are actively looking for anyone that would be interested in supporting our men's Saturday 1st team in a management or coaching capacity.

Also, helpers / assistants at training and match days are very welcome as well as a range of "off pitch" roles to continue to make the club sustainable and forward thinking.

There are also a wide range of sponsorship opportunities if any businesses or individuals would like to come on board with us. Please be in touch for more information.

In summary, there are a wide range of roles available with varying levels of committment needed, from just a couple of hours a month through to weekly involvement. Without some additional help, we will struggle to continue to run aspects of the club as well as we do and this will hinder development and us continuing to grow.

For more info, please contact the page.



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Nether Stowey Football Club, and the Recreational Ground have entered into a 6 year project guided by the Football Foundation where work will be carried out to improve the standard of the grass and ground within the playing field. As you can see from the photo below it require some TLC.
All products used are totally animal and human friendly.
There will also be decompression work which will involve light machinery.
This project will require treatment and work approx 3 times a year for the duration of the project.
Any concerns or for more information please pm Nigel Waterman , chair of Nether Stowey Football Club

Stowey Centre Project Update and AGM -

Stowey Centre Project Update and AGM Trustees worked incredibly hard to submit a planning application to Sedgemoor District Council in January 2023 for a new village hall with changing rooms, a car park and appropriate vehicle and pedestrian access.  Full plans and supporting documents can be viewed on the Sedgemoor District Planning...

****IRRESPONSIBLE DOG OWNERS****

This is the THIRD lot of mess that has to had to be picked up TODAY! The issue has gradually worsened over the last month.
Please WATCH your dog at ALL TIMES when at the recreation ground as it is a shared space for ALL users. Dogs should be UNDER CONTROL at all times. Your dog. Your responsibility.

The dog warden has been informed and volunteers are monitoring the situation very closely. Be under no illusions that the playing field committee, football club and the charity who manage the site will hesitate to ban dogs from the site altogether if this continues. We have to ensure the safety of all users at the recreation ground and we cannot have one group putting another at risk.

POP UP SHOP - BOUGHT TO YOU BY EDZ AND REBZ CLOTHING
Preloved, Retro and Vintage Clothing for Sale

Saturday 15th October 10am - 4pm at the Portacabin on the Recreation Ground

Tea and Coffee available all day

Have your say...
With house prices and private rents skyrocketing and affordable homes hard to find, is Nether Stowey becoming too expensive for hard working families to live in?
As house prices and rental rates increase beyond the reach of many people’s incomes, especially in desirable rural areas local people might have to leave the village, away from their families and support networks.
If you are interested in affordable rented housing, please apply online at www.homefindersomerset.co.uk or if you’re interested in shared ownership housing, please apply online at www.helptobuyagent3.org.uk.
If you would like more information about the consultation, please contact our Development Team on 0800 585 360 or via email at [email protected].

POP UP SHOP - BOUGHT TO YOU BY EDZ AND REBZ CLOTHING
Preloved, Retro and Vintage Clothing for Sale

Saturday 15th October 10am - 4pm at the Portacabin on the Recreation Ground

Tea and Coffee available all day

Pop up Shop Nether Stowey - Stowey Ladies Disco Night for Friends of Nether Stowey School

***Fly Tipping***

The council who empty the bins at the recreation ground has mentioned that for the last month an excessive amount of food waste has been placed in the bin. The council collect food waste weekly from the curb-side for residents. If you need a new food waste bin contact Somerset Waste Partnership or https://www.somersetwaste.gov.uk/contact-us/

A gentle reminder: You can be prosecuted for fly tipping and the recreation ground is covered by CCTV.

TODAY!
BARK IN THE PARK

2pm-4pm
Recreation Ground
Nether Stowey TA5 1JR

FUN DOG SHOW COMPETION

Categories:

❖ hound vs hoop
❖ catch the sausage
❖ most handsome fellow
❖ loveliest lady
❖ golden oldie (10+)
❖ prettiest puppy (under 1 year)
❖ best child handler
❖ best rescue
❖ dog with the waggiest tail
❖ dog the judge would most like to take home

£1 per category – enter on the day
Prizes for the winners.

Dog themed RAFFLE - tickets £1
Treats for dogs - £1 a bag
Treats for humans - Tea, Coffee, Soft Drinks &

Six week holiday blues? Bored pre-teen?
Our very own Minecraft Block hunt here in Nether Stowey
Can you find all the blocks hidden around Castle Street and Hill, Lime Street and Mill Lane?
Entry forms available from the post office, £1 per entry with all proceeds going towards the new community centre and future skate equipment. You could win yourself some Minecraft goodies.
Running until 5th September.
Hunt and blocks designed by Rohan Jones (aged 9)

With thanks to Quantock Stores, Post Office & Tea Rooms

🚨 DATE CHANGED TO 4th September 🚨

Bark! In the Park!
Dog show on Sunday 4th September 2pm - 4pm at the recreation ground.

All proceeds going towards the new village hall. With Ella’s Dog walking

Six week holiday blues? Bored pre-teen?

Our very own Minecraft Block hunt here in Nether Stowey
Can you find all the blocks hidden around Castle Street and Hill, Lime Street and Mill Lane?

Entry forms available from the post office, £1 per entry with all proceeds going towards the new community centre and future skate equipment. You could win yourself some Minecraft goodies.

Running until 5th September.

Hunt and blocks designed by Rohan Jones (aged 9)



With thanks to Quantock Stores - Post Office & Tea Rooms The Ancient Mariner , Nether Stowey and The George, Nether Stowey

⚾️ Family ROUNDERS at the BIG PARK ⚾️

Wednesday 10th August 2.00pm
Meet at the recreation ground Portacabin.

Ice cream and drinks for 50p per item served at 3pm.

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Hosted with: Quantock Villages Benefice

Trustees we are aware of the vandalism and the local police are involved.

As a charity we are aware that there is a lack of youth provision and have in the last 10 days been discussing the possibility of new gym/climbing equipment and a skate park to replace the half pipe when the new village hall is built. It is exceptionally frustrating and saddening that a minority are spoiling it for the majority and does not fill us with any confidence that they will respect any new equipment we aim to provide.

Going forward we will be working to establish a Youth Membership in the charity and perhaps the perpetrators could be the first to join and put their creative skill to good use by making meaningful art not mindless vandalism or volunteering to clean up after themselves.

Want to play football or know someone who does? Then get in touch with Nether Stowey Football Club for opportunities…

A busy July ahead with lots going on for the Senior Men's and women's squads.

Also a great time to get involved with either squad so if you are 16+ and interested in playing football, please be in contact or just turn up to a training session, all taking place at Nether Stowey Recreation ground.

July Dates for diary:
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July 5th - Womens training 6-7pm
July 6th - Men's training 6-30-8pm
July 12th - Womens match away v Berrow (7pm)
July 13th - Men's training 6-30-8pm
July 19th - Womens training - 6-7pm.
July 20th - Men's Inter Club match (6pm meet to kick off by 6-30pm).
July 23rd - Womens 5-a-side Comp at Yeovil 10am.
July 24th - Men's pre season friendly home to Panthers 10-30am.
July 26th - Womens Training 6-7pm.
July 27th - Men's training 6-30- 8pm
July 31st - Mens Sunday XI v Highburn home 10-30am ko.

So lots going on, hopefully see some new faces alongside our existing players as we prepare for the new season!

Drum 🥁 roll please! The final count is in…..

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The Nether Stowey Recreation Ground and Village Hall raised £1200 to go towards the new Stowey Centre.
So thank you to all that attended and supported Platinum Jubilee Party in the Park 2022 in Nether Stowey.

The laser show finale paid for by Nether Stowey Parish Council closed the day which despite the damp end was a great celebration for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee.

Without the grant from the Parish Council we would have broken even - so thank you!

A big shout out to our army volunteers who without you none this would have been possible! There are too many off you to mention individually but you know who you are and the community is eternally grateful.

A particular thanks goes Jo and Dave Davison, Sharon Mayell and Eleanor Jones, who coordinated the day.

We’d also like to thank the following supporters of Party in the Park 2022:
The Marion Evered Trust for the load of the marquee .
Faun & Co; for the burgers for the BBQ
Little's & Quantock Stores (The Post Office) for raffle prizes.
The Parish Council for loan bunting and bins.

We’d also like to thank the following supporters of Party in the Park 2022:
Marion Evered Trust for the load of the marquee .
Faun & Co Butchers for the burgers for the BBQ
Little's & Quantock Stores - Post Office & Tea Rooms (The Post Office) for raffle prizes.
Keystone Pizzeria for their sell out pizzas 🍕 and generous donation.
The Parish Council for loan bunting and bins.

Thank you to all that attended and supported Platinum Jubilee Party in the Park 2022.

It was brilliant to have the following Nether Stowey community groups all in one place:

FONSS - Friends Of Nether Stowey School Nether Stowey CE VC Primary School

Quantock Villages Benefice for the cream teas, cakes and refreshments.

The Thomas Poole Library
Stowey Bears Pre-school
Stowey Walking
Coleridge Cottage

The children of the village are very brave & talented and we’d like to say thank you for their performances 😍

Paul Enever worked his magic as an MC buoying up the ‘crowd’!

Leia Violet and friends for their open mic sessions.

Michael J Tinker had a tough gig after the heavens had opened but he didn’t disappoint with a festival feel session.

Big shout out to our volunteers who without you none this would have been possible.

And finally Stowey Green Spaces who quietly get on with the important task of litter picking which is no mean feat at an event like this.

Not to be put off by the odd rain shower Nether Stowey has turned up look and proud 😍 to celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee

The spacial guest has arrived for Nether Stowey celebration at Party in the Park

The rough running order of the day from 2pm:

Bring your picnic blankets and sense of fun to get involved with local groups hosting various family focused activities alongside the Village Fete:
Thomas Poole Library Story Time: 2.30 pm, 3.30 pm, 4.30 pm
Cream Teas for the Senior Citizens at 3.30pm provided by St.Mary’s Church
Nether Stowey FC running activities on the MUGA
Nether Stowey Primary School Choir and Talent Show
Prize Bingo
Friends of Nether Stowey School running craft activities and crown making
Selfie with the Queen! OK the monarch herself is unable to visit but we have a cardboard cut out for you to pose with.
Adult Vs Children Tug of War and French Cricket
Food and drink available all day with a pizza van, BBQ, crepe van, snack and soft drinks stall including a CASH only bar.
Evening entertainment includes open mic sessions for local performers, disco and a laser show finale.
We look forward to celebrating the Queens’s 70th Jubilee and raising funds for the NEW Village Hall.

The marquees, stage and bunting is up at the Recreation Ground….

Big thank you to the volunteers who gave up a couple of hours of their time today to make this happen!

Our ‘generous treasurer’ treated them to an ice cream 🍦

It’s over to you now Nether Stowey to bring your blankets, picnics, brollies 🌂 and bottles of bubbly (although there will be a cash bar, BBQ and food stalls).

Nearly time to party 🎉

Did you know that Stowey Green Spaces quietly litter picks during and after Party in the Park? Without their quiet dedication many green spaces in Nether Stowey would be an overgrown, litter filled state

If you’re able to give a little bit back to the group by offering an hour of you time at Party in the Park they’d love to here from you.

An hour to spare?
We are looking for a volunteer or two, Party in the Park on the Recreation Ground this Friday 3rd June from 4-5 p.m. Task - litter collection and sorting.
Let us know if you are willing?

👑🥗🥘Big Jubilee Lunch - 2 weeks Today🥘🥗👑

Hosted by Nether Stowey Church at St. Mary's Church Centre.

Bring Your Own Plate of Food and Bottle to share with the c

LASER SHOW FINALE - MUSIC IDEAS PLEASE!

The grand finale to honour the Queen is a laser show to music....comment below with patriotic or royal themed music.

Our suggestion: Having a Good Time by Queen.
Comment below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ with your idea!

Only a month to go to Platinum Jubilee Party in the Park!

It all kicks off at 2pm with a Village Fete and Children’s Teddy bear picnic 🧺 so bring your rugs, picnic and a teddy bear in support of Stowey Bears Pre-school

The Thomas Poole Library will be reading stories and Friends of Nether Stowey School - FONSS will be running a tuck shop, crafts and talent show with the Nether Stowey CE VC Primary School choir.

There will be an adult V children tug of war and lots of other family fun activities.

Paul Enever will be our MC throughout the day and into the evening as we dance the night away.

The bar will open all day with a BBQ and other various food stalls to satisfy your appetites. The Quantock Villages Benefice will be providing a cream tea to senior members of the community 🧁 ☕️ 🫖

There is a meeting in the George pub, The Cross, Nether Stowey at 19:30 on 10th May to start finalising the arrangements - we would welcome anybody who would like to get involved.