Category Archives: Past events

Upwey Bonfire and Fireworks – Sunday 5th November 2023

The Upwey Bonfire and Fireworks finally took place on Sunday 5th November at the new venue of West Farm.  Thank you to everyone who managed to navigate the soggy weather, change of venue and last minute change of day to come and enjoy the spectacular bonfire and even more spectacular fireworks. 

Thank you so much to the Foot family for the use of their field, for the building of the bonfire and the placement of haybales for the youngsters to play on. 

 

 

Upwey Summer Picnic: 1 August, 2pm, Upwey House paddocks, Church St

On Sunday 1 August there will be a summer picnic with music, entertainments and competitions in the grounds of Upwey House, Church Street. It’s a great opportunity for the village to get together safely after such a tough time – and entry is free.
 
Among the entertainments there’ll be a bouncy castle, fairground style amusements, tug of war, grand raffle, children’s fancy dress (judging at 2:30).
 
Bring food and drink (there’ll also be burgers to buy) and seating.
 
Live music from 4pm, so be ready to shake a leg.
 
Parking available on site.
 
See you there.

 

Upwey Society Annual General Meeting – 12 March 2020 – POSTPONED

The AGM was postponed. Understandably many people expressed concern about attending a gathering in present circumstances. Some will themselves be in at risk groups, others will have close relatives who are.

Please return to the website in the next few days, when we may be able to provide documents that would have been circulated, and give further news.

The AGM of the Upwey Society was to be held on Thursday, 12 March at 7:30 in the Old School Village Hall. The following documents can be downloaded:

Formal calling notice

Minutes of the 2019 AGM

Draft amendments to Constitution and Rules

Nomination form for election as officer or committee member

Please read the calling notice. It sets out the business of the meeting, including some particular matters on which the committee wants members’ views.

Wine Challenge – 7 March 2020

Back by popular demand – the Society’s “Call My Bluff” wine challenge will be at 7:30 pm on 7 March in the Old School Village Hall, followed by supper.

Six wines to try. Taste each one, and be given three descriptions, two of which will be made up by your “expert” panel. The team that identifies the most wines wins.

Tables of six – make up your own team or join one on the night.

Strictly tickets in advance only. £12 per person from Anne Prendergast – 01305 812698.

 

Curry and Quiz Night – 6 December 2019

2019’s  curry and Christmas quiz was on Friday 6 December in the Old School Village Hall.

Due to a diary error (not ours!) the curry suppliers didn’t arrive. Emissaries were dispatched and, astonishingly, the local takeaway (Nice ‘n Spicey in Broadwey) produced 67 curries, including vegetarion options!

The quiz was great fun, and the winning team didn’t gloat at all.

 

St Laurence Church Christmas Fair – 30 November 2019

St Laurence Christmas Fair will be on Saturday 30 November from 11am in the Old School Village Hall. There will be cakes, produce, quality bric-a-brac, jewellery and books on sale.  A raffle will also be held, and refreshments will be available.

If anyone has any items to donate, please contract Betty Sutcliffe on 812521 or Maureen Carter on 812723.