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What's on in Lightwood

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Lightwood.

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Tia Chi

One for the diary — Tia Chi at Alton Village Hall. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Wed 22 Jul12:00Alton Village Hall(3.6mi)

via Alton Village Hall

Community

Safe Space

A Safe social space with free refreshments. .Come by to meet new people whilst enjoying tea, coffee and biscuits.

Thu 23 Jul12:00St Giles the Abbot(0.7mi)

via St Giles the AbbotLocal gem

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George Mason: 8hr Private Party Booking

Event Details: Invitee: George Mason Invitee Email: Additional details: Phone Number: Please confirm you agree to the Terms and Conditions: Yes Please share details that will help prepare for your event.: This is for a work training day with Rocksteady Music School. Ideally could it be possible to have the hall from 8-4 please? Event Type Description: Booking of a private party for hire. This is subject to our terms and conditions of hire which can be found here (http://kingsleyvillagehall.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/KVH-Booking-May-18.pdf) Note: Should you need to cancel or reschedule the event, we recommend you use the cancel and reschedule features from your Calendly Scheduled Events page: https://calendly.com/app/scheduled_events/user/me?uuid=265e88e0-6d28-47fe-8d3d-4216f08e7be4

Fri 24 Jul09:00Kingsley Village Hall(2.4mi)

via Kingsley Village Hall

Arts & CultureCommunity

Memory Cafe and Knit and Natter

The Knit and Natter Club/Memory meets every week, in the Church Hall, from 2-4pm every Friday, even over the summer. The club provides a chance for a laugh, a decent cup of tea and often cake! You don’t have to knit or even natter; just come along. Give Sue Guest a if you have any questions.

Fri 24 Jul14:30Upper Tean Christ Church(2.2mi)

via Upper Tean Christ ChurchLocal gem

Cinema

Big Screen in Tean - the next will be in September

Free cinema event every month at Christ Church! Big Screen in Tean – We are are taking a break for the summer. The next BigScreen will be in September 2026. Contact Becky Ironside on for more information.

Fri 24 Jul18:00Upper Tean Christ Church(2.2mi)

via Upper Tean Christ ChurchLocal gem

Dance

Around £10

Summer Dance

Music by Tilt £10 Adults £5 Children Includes supper

Sat 25 JulBlair Atholl Village Hall(3.5mi)

via Blair Atholl Village Hall

Community

Standard Steam Service

Enjoy an award winning, traditional steam train ride through Staffordshire countryside. What could be more relaxing than a steam train ride through the Staffordshire countryside from the comfort of your own compartment? This 50 minute, return ride from Caverswall Road Station is steeped in history and full of fun. Trains run at 11.00, 12.30 & […]

Sun 26 JulFoxfield Steam Railway(3.8mi)

via Foxfield Steam Railway

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Standard Steam Service

Sun 26 Jul08:00Foxfield Steam Railway(3.8mi)

via Foxfield Steam Railway

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Alchemy healing Circles: 3hr Private Party Booking

Event Details: Invitee: Alchemy healing Circles Invitee Email: Additional details: Phone Number: Please confirm you agree to the Terms and Conditions: Yes Please share details that will help prepare for your event.: Womens circle Event Type Description: Booking of a private party for hire. This is subject to our terms and conditions of hire which can be found here (http://kingsleyvillagehall.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/KVH-Booking-May-18.pdf) Note: Should you need to cancel or reschedule the event, we recommend you use the cancel and reschedule features from your Calendly Scheduled Events page: https://calendly.com/app/scheduled_events/user/me?uuid=017ddef3-6d4e-4707-9535-3bba2590b4df

Sun 26 Jul16:30Kingsley Village Hall(2.4mi)

via Kingsley Village Hall

Dance

Line Dancing

Alton Village Hall is hosting and we're spreading the word. Line Dancing — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Mon 27 Jul15:00Alton Village Hall(3.6mi)

via Alton Village Hall

Sports & Fitness

Yoga

Alton Village Hall hasn't given us the full script, but Yoga has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Mon 27 Jul19:30Alton Village Hall(3.6mi)

via Alton Village Hall

Jellycat Pottery Workshop at Kingsley Holt Centre

Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

Around £26

Jellycat Pottery Workshop at Kingsley Holt Centre

Calling all creative youngsters aged 10+! Join Deb’s Pottery Shack for a fun-filled pottery workshop where you’ll create your very own adorable Jellycat-inspired character. Shape it Glaze it Love it Whether you’re a budding artist or just looking for something different to do during the summer holidays, this hands-on workshop is a fantastic opportunity to get creative and make a unique keepsake to treasure. Tuesday 28th July 1.30pm – 3.30pm Kingsley Holt Centre £26 per person Suitable for ages 10+ Parents/carers must accompany children All materials included Spaces are limited, so booking is essential. To book your place, call Come along for an afternoon of creativity, fun and pottery-making magic! #KingsleyHoltCentre #JellycatWorkshop #PotteryWorkshop #SummerHolida

Tue 28 JulKingsley Holt Centre(2mi)

via Kingsley Holt CentreLocal gem

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