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Community

St Paul's Open Afternoon

St Paul’s Church is open to all visitors. If you would like a chat with our team or a quiet place for reflection please stop by. All are welcome.

Sun 9 Aug14:00St Pauls Church(4.1mi)

via St Pauls Church

Live MusicReligion & Spirituality

Evensong at St Mary’s

Evensong is described by The Guardian as ‘one of England's richest heritages – a living musical tradition that costs nothing to experience live’. Every month, we hold a service of Choral Evensong so you can appreciate this wonderful and evocative institution in the ancient surroundings of St Mary’s, Thornbury. The service has been sung regularly since the 16th Century and is based on the daily offices held in the medieval church. Music – and the choir – is at its heart, and each service taps into the rich vein of English church music composed throughout the centuries. Because of its ancient lineage, the old forms of the prayers and bible readings are used. After the introduction to the service, the choir recites the appointed Psalm which you can follow in the Prayer Book. The Lesson from the Old Testament is read and then the Choir sing the Magnificat, the song of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The New Testament Lesson is followed by the Choir singing the Nunc Dimittis, the song of Simeon. We then say together the Apostles’ Creed, and prayers are sung by a Cantor and the Choir which end with a reflective period where the Collects are read. An anthem is sung and a final hymn concludes the service, leaving you to sit for as long as you want and reflect on the day gone by. If you get a chance, do come along to this rarely held service and be steeped in history.

Sun 9 Aug18:00St Pauls Church(4.1mi)

via St Pauls Church

Likely freeCommunity

Understanding Your Sponsored Workforce – your payroll obligations

New webinar with Lifted to support care providers with sponsor licences, or are thinking about getting one. Some licence revocations have been down to simple errors in payroll, so join us for our latest webinar with Lifted where we look at the payroll requirements to stay compliant. This webinar will also be looking at the latest government guidance and updates around sponsorship rules.

Wed 12 AugSouth West: Social Care Provider Organisations SW Cross(4.5mi)

via South West: Social Care Provider Organisations SW CrossLocal gem

Community

St Mary’s Patronal Walk

We will be walking from St Mary’s, Castle Street Thornbury to St Mary’s in Shepperdine. We will finish our pilgrimage with a BCP Communion and a Picnic Lunch at Shepperdine.

Sat 15 Aug10:00St Pauls Church(4.1mi)

via St Pauls Church

Community

Filton Library

Third Saturday of every month, 11am to 11.45am 18 July 15 August 19 September

Sat 15 Aug12:00Bradley Stoke Library(3.4mi)

via Bradley Stoke LibraryCurated

Community

Muddy Praise

Muddy Praise with a walk, activities, a bible story and supper together at the end. Location to be announced in the Newsletter.

Sun 23 Aug15:00St Pauls Church(4.1mi)

via St Pauls Church

Religion & Spirituality

BCP Evensong at St Mary’s Shepperdine

All are welcome.

Sun 23 Aug18:00St Pauls Church(4.1mi)

via St Pauls Church

Community

Summer Party

A chance for all of Thornbury and Oldbury Benefice to celebrate together.

Sun 30 Aug15:00St Pauls Church(4.1mi)

via St Pauls Church

Community

Benefice Service

Follows the Summer Party

Sun 30 Aug17:00St Pauls Church(4.1mi)

via St Pauls Church

Community

Topless Swim in aid of Breast Cancer Now

Event Details Join us on Friday 11th September for a special Topless Swim evening in support of Breast Cancer Now. This relaxed and inclusive event is an opportunity to come Event Details Join us on Friday 11th September for a special Topless Swim evening in support of Breast Cancer Now. This relaxed and inclusive event is an opportunity to come together, unwind, and raise money for an important cause. Swimming from 7pm to 8pm will be women only, creating a comfortable and supportive environment. From 8pm onwards, the swim will be open to everyone. Optional half-hour sauna sessions are available as an add-on, with the first two sauna sessions reserved for women only. Sauna sessions from 8pm onwards will also be open to everyone. Whether you come to swim, relax, or simply support the cause, every ticket helps raise funds and awareness for Breast Cancer Now. We ask all guests to be respectful of others so everyone can enjoy a safe, comfortable, and positive atmosphere. Book your ticket now — places are limited. Please note: this is a ticketed event. Memberships, 3-Month Passes and swim bundles are not valid for this session. more Time 11 september, 2026 19:00 - 21:00 (GMT+00:00) Location West Country Water Park Book Now Calendar GoogleCal West Country Water Park

Fri 11 Sept20:00West Country Water Park(3.2mi)

via West Country Water ParkCurated

Community

Ride and Stride

The Ride and Stride event in Gloucestershire is a fundraising and heritage initiative organised by the Gloucestershire Historic Churches Trust. It invites participants to travel between historic churches—usually by walking, cycling, or a mix of both—visiting as many churches as they can in a singl

Sat 12 Sept09:00St Pauls Church(4.1mi)

via St Pauls Church

History & Heritage

Heritage Open Day

Heritage Open Day is happening at St Mary's Church, Castle Street, Thornbury on Saturday 13th September 2026.

Sat 12 Sept12:30St Pauls Church(4.1mi)

via St Pauls Church

Community

Around £35

Super Sprint Triathlon 4

Event Details The distances- Super Sprint: 500M Swim, 10K Bike and 2.5K Run Take on the ultimate test of endurance and athleticism with our thrilling triathlon event! Swim through the refreshing waters, pedal Event Details The distances- Super Sprint: 500M Swim, 10K Bike and 2.5K Run Take on the ultimate test of endurance and athleticism with our thrilling triathlon event! Swim through the refreshing waters, pedal your way to victory on scenic bike routes, and finish strong with a challenging run that will push your limits. Whether you’re a seasoned triathlete or a first-time participant, join us for an exhilarating day of competition, camaraderie, and personal triumph. Prices from: £35 | Wave starts from 8:00am Please note: this is a ticketed event. Memberships, 3-Month Passes and swim bundles are not valid for this session. Red more about our Triathlons here: https://westcountrywaterpark.co.uk/triathlons/ more Time 13 september, 2026 07:00 - 12:00 (GMT+01:00) Book Now Calendar GoogleCal

Sun 13 Sept07:00West Country Water Park(3.2mi)

via West Country Water ParkCurated

Community

Around £40

Sprint Triathlon 4

Event Details The distances- Sprint: 750M Swim, 18K Bike and 5K Run Take on the ultimate test of endurance and athleticism with our thrilling triathlon event! Swim through the refreshing waters, pedal your Event Details The distances- Sprint: 750M Swim, 18K Bike and 5K Run Take on the ultimate test of endurance and athleticism with our thrilling triathlon event! Swim through the refreshing waters, pedal your way to victory on scenic bike routes, and finish strong with a challenging run that will push your limits. Whether you’re a seasoned triathlete or a first-time participant, join us for an exhilarating day of competition, camaraderie, and personal triumph. Prices from: £40 | Wave starts from 9:00am Please note: this is a ticketed event. Memberships, 3-Month Passes and swim bundles are not valid for this session. Red more about our Triathlons here: https://westcountrywaterpark.co.uk/triathlons/ more Time 13 september, 2026 08:00 - 13:00 (GMT+01:00) Book Now Calendar GoogleCal

Sun 13 Sept08:00West Country Water Park(3.2mi)

via West Country Water ParkCurated

Live Music

Sunday Afternoon Concert

Thornbury Good Afternoon Choir A lively daytime community choir that welcomes singers of all abilities. Led by a professional conductor, the choir performs uplifting songs from across the decades, celebrating the joy of singing together.

Sun 20 Sept16:00St Pauls Church(4.1mi)

via St Pauls Church

Community

School Photographs for Years 7,9&11

More details - https://www.winterbourneacademy.org.uk/Diary/School-Photographs-for-Years-7-9-11-2026-09-29

Tue 29 SeptWinterbourne Academy(5mi)

via Winterbourne Academy

Festivals & Events

Care Awards 2026 Gala Dinner

The Annual Care and Support West Care Awards celebrate the hard work and dedication of Care Professionals in the South West. Our 2026 awards have even more opportunities to celebrate people, organisations and leadership with worthy nominations.

Thu 1 OctSouth West: Social Care Provider Organisations SW Cross(4.5mi)

via South West: Social Care Provider Organisations SW CrossLocal gem

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More about Catherine Hill

Gloucestershire, England

Catherine Hill sits quietly in Gloucestershire and punches well above its weight for things to do on a weeknight. It is easy to find a gig or a community meet-up without having to drive far from the village green. Not bad for a Tuesday. Pub quizzes pop up through the week and the odd open mic night keeps things interesting. Near Here pulls it all into one place so you are not stuck checking a dozen websites on a Sunday evening.

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