The Rural Bulletin

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Theatre Club Winter Programme & Swan Lake

Swan Lake From Sadlers Wells Theatre The first performance of the season is Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake and will be screened at Wootton Courtenay Village Hall on Monday August 19th at 7pm. “I’m thrilled that this brand-new production of my Swan Lake will be available to all. It has become a modern classic, much beloved … Continue reading Theatre Club Winter Programme & Swan Lake

2019 Flower Show Gallery

The 2019 Garden Club Flower Show was another big success. Huge vegetables, amusing vegetables, cakes, flowers, preserves, needlework, photography and more were on display. Below is a selection of shots - for which I think there must be a caption competition - send in your suggestions. (If you are reading this on an email, you … Continue reading 2019 Flower Show Gallery

Wootton Courtenay Gardening Club Flower Show 2019

Today (August 6th) is the 2019 Flower Show in the Village Hall. The show starts at 2pm, come and see Flowers, Vegetables, Home Craft and Photography. Admission £1.  Exhibitors, students and children under 18 free. Teas and cakes served. Presentation of Cups and Prizes at 3.15pm, followed by Raffle and Auction of Produce.

Monday Film – Rescheduled to November

Due to an enormous SNAFU by me, for two reasons Apollo 11 will have to be shown in November. 1) I forgot to order the disc, but more importantly 2) The disk isn't available until November. I will make sure we have the discs for other screenings in time, sorry for this. Bill.

Fake Ofcom Calls from 01643

Hello, We got a fake automated call today pretending to be from Ofcom and suggesting our broadband would be disconnected unless I did something.  Someone in Minehead got the same call, the common aspect being that it seems to come from our local 01643 calling area. Clearly the number is being faked to trick the … Continue reading Fake Ofcom Calls from 01643

July 29th: Apollo 11

Our next screening is of Apollo 11, an immersive experience of the first moon landing. Using never previously seen 65mm and 70mm film, the makers bring unprecedented views of the Apollo 11 mission. Not a drama or documentary, but an immersive experience of the emotions of Buzz, Neil and Michael on their historic trip. The Guardian: “The … Continue reading July 29th: Apollo 11

Shiatsu Taster Day

Shiatsu Taster Day - Saturday 6th July Last chance to book today! (Tuesday 2nd) Learn the Japanese healing art of shiatsu that is a joy to both give, and receive. Throughout the day, you’ll learn a relaxing routine to practice on friends and and family using simple and profound principles unique to shiatsu.  You’ll be nourished by … Continue reading Shiatsu Taster Day

Bike Ride in the Village Tomorrow

I expect a number of you have seen the signs that indicate that there will be a bike ride through the village. The ENP website states there is such a bike ride on Exmoor on Sunday 30th June but gives no details of numbers, route or times. So this email is just a heads up for … Continue reading Bike Ride in the Village Tomorrow

Monday Night is Film Night – Stan and Ollie (July 1st)

Monday night (July 1st) at 7 for 7:30 is our next film screening, Stan and Ollie. Starring Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly as the inimitable movie icons, Stan & Ollie is the heart-warming story of what would become the pair’s triumphant farewell tour. Click here to watch the trailer.